New certification opens safe and professional pathway for careers in large yacht sector The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is opening a new qualification pathway for Deck Officers to safely…
Eight-year review shows skills-funding contributed over £500m to UK economy A funding programme managed by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) to support men and women train for a career at sea…
07 April 202 UK seafarer training funds secured for another year through Maritime and Coastguard Agency Support for Maritime Training (SMarT) initiative to bring on next generation of skilled mariners…
Report on the investigation into the loss of propulsion in heavy weather experienced by the passenger vessel Spirit of Discovery while crossing the Bay of Biscay, leading to over 100 injuries and one fatality, on 4 November 2023. …
Maritime and Coastguard Agency and Workboat Association urge operators to get ready for 2026 transition Workboat owners and operators with vessels requiring a survey by December 2026 are being urged to act…
From 10.10am on Monday 26 January the MSI will commence broadcast at ten past the hour to align with the Shetland scheduled broadcasts at the Durness and Noss Head VHF radio sites. The…
The NEDs will join the MCA Board to provide challenge and support to the agency, overseeing strategy and operational performance The Secretary of State for Transport, the Rt Hon Heidi…
Report on the investigation of the capsize and foundering of the prawn trawler Odyssey (FR 70) in the North Sea approximately 133 nautical miles south-east of Peterhead, Scotland on 29th…
In its 44th report of Session 24-26, the cross-party House of Lords Secondary Legislation Scrutiny Committee has criticised the length of time taken by the Marine and Coastguard Agency (MCA) to implement changes…
Maritime Minister Keir Mather has written to the International Maritime Organization on World Maritime Day. Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity – that’s the theme for this year’s World Maritime…
‘We’re strengthening our support for innovators to bring the latest technologies and findings to our shores.’ Accelerating maritime innovation without compromising safety is the driving force behind the UK Maritime Innovation…
Lloyd’s Register becomes first Certifying Authority authorised to certify ROUVs under MCA WBC3 Annex 2 Lloyd’s Register (LR) has become the first Certifying Authority to receive authorisation from the UK…
This year’s UK Flag Forum is being held in London at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre Autonomous vessels and alternative fuels are among the key maritime topics being discussed by…
Consultation launched on Maritime Labour Convention amendments – Have your say Internet access for seafarers while at sea and strengthening requirements for a balanced, nutritious and varied diet could become…
Final report on the investigation of a fatal man overboard from the fishing vessel Pioneer (NN200) south of Hastings, England on 29 July 2021 Summary: On the morning of 29…
Crew are required to undergo various types of training to meet the requirements for obtaining Certificates of Competency (CoCs). You must complete this training at an MCA-approved training provider to…
What are the latest updates in global maritime procurement? Find out more in Defence iQ’s Market Report ‘Coast Guard News Round-Up 2023’ Download the Report This report was created ahead…
More than 40 years’ service to maritime awarded with a British Empire Medal A woman responsible for registering deaths and births at sea, who is “an incredible asset to the…
A new consultation on rules aimed at reducing illegal discharge of garbage into our seas is being launched by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency today. Shipowners and operators, in particular,…
‘An information hub for maritime businesses, ship owners and operators’ The UK Shipping Concierge has launched a website designed to support and encourage maritime businesses looking to work in or…
MCA grants temporary ability for Red Funnel passengers to remain in vehicles on select crossings Red Funnel today announced that it has worked with the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) to…