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Survey and Regulation
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Read MoreSurvey
The Maritime and Coastguard agency is responsible for the UK’s survey, audit and inspection regime as well as the UK’s safety, environmental and navigational regulatory regimes.
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Read MoreUK Authorised Organisations
There are six classification societies which are authorised as UK Recognised Organisations (ROs) for the survey and inspection of UK ships.
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Read MoreCivil Liability Certificates (CLCs)
How ship owners, brokers and operators can apply to the Maritime and Coastguard Agency for compulsory liability insurance certificates.
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Read MoreMaritime Labour Convention (MLC) for Shipowners
The Maritime Labour Convention established minimum working and living standards for seafarers to provide international standards around the globe.
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Read MoreMaritime Security
The Maritime Security Branch is part of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and co-ordinates special measures to ensure security in the maritime community.
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Read MoreNavigational Safety
About the Maritime and Coastguard Agency's suite of navigation safety services based on the requirements of SOLAS Chapter V.
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Read MoreOfficial Log Books and Record Books
Information on Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Official Log Books and record books, and how to order them.
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Read MoreSafe Manning Documentation
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency requires all ships to be sufficiently manned for their safe operation according to the nature of their work.
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Read MoreBirths and Deaths
Information on the processes that need to be followed when there is a birth or someone dies on board a vessel.
