News and Events

4 April 2024

In 2021, the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Maritime and Security requested a Seafarer Cadet Training Review which involved feedback from a range of industry stakeholders.

2 April 2024

To support enforcement in UK waters and to improve safety at sea, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has implemented new measures to help defend against fraud.

28 March 2024

The Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seafarers, also known as COSWP has been given a refresh following feedback from industry and stakeholders.

6 February 2024

A deck officer who discovered a “love for the sea” as a young teenager has been given the 2023 Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s Officer Trainee of the Year award.

6 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.

2 January 2024

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency launches 'Leading for safety' – a comprehensive guide to help leaders promote a safety culture on board.

13 December 2023

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency brings The Workboat Code Edition 3 into force.

8 December 2023

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency launches 6-week consultation on new merchant shipping regulations.

4 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.