News and Events

Workboat code consultation

Rules governing workboats, pilot boats and remotely operated vessels have been revised and remade to support innovation in industry.

UK Government renews its commitment to cleaner ships and cleaner seas on World Maritime Day

On World Maritime Day, the UK Government has reiterated its drive to be a world leader in creating cleaner, greener shipping.

Funding for cadets boosted to £43 million pounds over next two years to help build the maritime sector

The future of maritime has been given a massive funding boost by the UK Government with an increase in training subsidies for cadets and ratings.

New laws to restrict the ways ships release ballast water into UK seas

New laws have now come into force which will further protect United Kingdom coastlines by stopping international ships from discharging potentially harmful species into the sea.

UK Ship Register maintains QUALSHIP 21 status for 2022-23

The UK Ship Register is one of just six flag administrations to achieve this consistency for the 12th consecutive year.

UK retains Paris MoU White List status

The United Kingdom has once again achieved White List status under the Paris MoU Port State Control regime.

Our journey to improve seafarer wellbeing and safety

There are an estimated 1.64 million seafarers across the globe serving on internationally trading merchant ships, 21,970 of which are UK seafarers.

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency prioritises greener futures and new technology

Passenger and fishing safety, new technologies and a greener future are top priorities in the coming months for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).

Work to improve support for UK approval of marine equipment

Manufacturers looking to make sure they get UK approval for the marine equipment they produce are being given a helping hand by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).