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Seafarer
Funding extended for seafarer cadets
Read More6 February 2024
The Support for Maritime Training (SMarT) fund was increased by 20% in 2022, allowing eligible seafarer cadets to get up to 50% of their training paid for up until Spring 2025.
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Seafarer
New tool to boost understanding of safety at sea
Read More2 January 2024
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency launches 'Leading for safety' – a comprehensive guide to help leaders promote a safety culture on board.
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Regulation
One workboat code launched to simplify safety rules and support new technology
Read More13 December 2023
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency brings The Workboat Code Edition 3 into force.
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Regulation
Consultation on the carriage of cargoes and dangerous goods launched
Read More8 December 2023
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency launches 6-week consultation on new merchant shipping regulations.
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Seafarer
Review of UK cadet syllabus could shape training worldwide
Read More4 December 2023
The Cadet Training and Modernisation (CT&M) Programme has completed a review of the UK’s cadet syllabus, which could shape the future of training worldwide.
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Fishing
Extension and concessions granted to help industry with medical certification
Read More29 November 2023
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has announced access to grandfather rights for fishing medicals is to be extended until spring 2024 for seasonal fishers.
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Seafarer
Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week: A big danger on vessels large and small
Read More24 November 2023
Carbon monoxide is a big danger on vessels – it is a risk onboard any vessel, large or small.
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Decarbonisation
MCA leads discussion in decarbonisation challenges
Read More16 November 2023
Future fuels are key to decarbonisation in shipping and finding ways to overcome the challenges with current technology is the crucial next step, according to the Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s Zero Emissions Shipping Technical Specialist.
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Seafarer
Safety tips and checklists feature on new app for seafarers
Read More14 November 2023
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has launched a new app to help seafarers get the information and support they need while working.
