News and Events

4 July 2025

The honour of christening a new vessel was bestowed on a UK Ship Register (UKSR) manager in recognition of her “immeasurable help” to a company growing its fleet under the UK flag.

4 July 2025

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has been collaborating with training providers, industry bodies and businesses to produce draft criteria for new electric propulsion training courses.

4 July 2025

3 September is Merchant Navy Day, a day to remember and honour those who lost their lives in the pursuit of work at sea.

4 July 2025

US QUALSHIP 21 (Quality Shipping for the 21st Century) is one of the world's highest standards. UK-flagged ships benefit significantly from QUALSHIP 21 status, gaining a competitive edge when trading with the US.

4 July 2025

On 24 May 2024, Lord Stevens of Birmingham started his role as Non-Executive Chair of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) having been appointed by Transport Secretary, Mark Harper, following an open competition.

4 July 2025

On 18 April 2024, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) announced that they were implementing new legislation for the UK that governs anti-fouling systems on ships.

4 July 2025

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.

4 July 2025

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.

4 July 2025

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