Fugro’s Blue Essence®, a 12 m uncrewed surface vessel (USV), has received approval from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) to operate the first USV with an electrical remotely operated…
New rules which will bring the safety of older passenger ships in line with modern standards fit for the 21st century are now in force for the UK. The Maritime…
The MCA recently released new MSNs and MINs with updates that will surely interest you. NEW! (Engineering) MSN 1904 (M+F) UK Requirements for Engineer Officer Small Vessel Certificate of Competency…
The Seafarers’ Charity has funded a new information film to help fishers meet new MCA inspection standards. In partnership with the National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisations (NFFO) and supported by the Fishing…
“I am very much looking forward to leading the Agency through the coming months.” Damien Oliver has been appointed as the interim Chief Executive of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency…
On World Maritime Day, the UK Government has reiterated its drive to be a world leader in creating cleaner, greener shipping. The UK’s Maritime 2050 strategy and the Clean Maritime…
The Merchant Shipping (Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and Sediments) Regulations 2022 introduces legislation into UK law New laws have now come into force which will further protect…
A new report into seafarers’ mental health and wellbeing has been published by the Department for Transport and the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA). Responding to the report, Sharon Coveney,…
Passenger and fishing safety, new technologies and a greener future are top Maritime and Coastguard Agency priorities Passenger and fishing safety, new technologies and a greener future are the top…
RMT general secretary Mick Lynch said: “The reports of the European Causeway drifting in water off Larne having lost all power are deeply concerning, not least for the agency crew…
RMT tonight welcomed the MCA detention of another P&O vessel the Pride of Kent in Dover for what the union believes are multiple safety and operational breaches, including the wearing…
New safety rules for enclosed spaces on board vessels Seafarers will be better protected as new UK rules come into force to tighten up safety for those who work in…
Maritime cadets to receive further COVID-19 funding as SMarT scheme extended Maritime cadets will continue to receive COVID-19 funding, with the training scheme extended once more. The Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA)…
New chapter for safe disposal of marine flares from the pleasure boat sector The Maritime and Coastguard Agency is to work with industry to develop local self-regulated schemes for the…
UK Shipping Concierge service launched to support and guide maritime businesses into the UK The UK Government has today launched the UK Shipping Concierge service, a professional and tailored service…
MCA collaborate with HSE to create tool to improve health and safety attitudes at sea The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has collaborated with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)…
RMT raises safety concerns over Calmac catamaran charter CALMAC Union RMT has raised safety concerns over the Pentalina catamaran which the Scottish Government is considering for charter on CalMac routes. …
Welfare Board gets national recognition through formal agreement with MCA Seafarers’ and fishers’ welfare has been boosted following the signing of a formal agreement between the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and the Merchant Navy Welfare Board. The Memorandum of…
Transport Secretary appoints new Chair to HM Maritime & Coastguard Agency The Secretary of State for Transport has appointed Christopher Rodrigues CBE as the new Non-Executive Chair of the Maritime…
Consultation into Polar Code due to begin Consultation on putting international rules designed to protect polar regions and those that sail on them into UK law, is due to begin today. The rules cover safety-related…
UK to lead the way in training for autonomous shipping The UK’s standing as a world-leader in the safe testing and development of autonomous vessels has been further enhanced by…
MCA targets uncoded race yachts Action will be taken against uncoded commercially operated sailing yachts engaged in racing, the Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) has warned, following the conclusion of legal proceedings against…
Search for Missing Fishing Vessel off North Wales continues The search for a missing fishing vessel with three people on board continues off the coast of North Wales. HM Coastguard…
New research highlights benefits of regular social interaction on board and common obstacles to overcome Regular social interaction on board benefits overall crew wellbeing, reduces isolation and stress and helps…
VESSEL EN ROUTE FOR DUTY WITH THE UK’S MARITIME & COASTGUARD AGENCY ABERDEEN, Scotland (Dec. 20 2016) – The UK’s Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) has signed an agreement with…