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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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Event
London International Shipping Week 2025
View EventFrom: 15 September 2025
To: 19 September 2025
London International Shipping Week (LISW) returns for 2025.
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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.
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Fishing
New arrangement for new-build fishing vessels up to 15m in length
Read More30 October 2023
An agreement with the Maritime and Coastguard Agency means that more small new build fishing vessels will have access to external surveyors and engineers.
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