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This MIN outlines further guidance on the alternative certificate structure for engineers working on small vessels.
Updated guidance on the above regulations following amendments by the IMO to the requirements regarding Lifting appliances that have been introduced via ambulatory reference
This MSN outlines the safe manning requirements in Merchant Shipping Regulations 2022 and Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention and Code.
This MSN outlines the requirements to revalidate all certificates of competency and tanker endorsements under the STCW convention and code.
This MIN is intended to supplement The Sport or Pleasure Vessel Code and provides a summary of standards referenced therein and guidelines considered as best practice for Small Commercial Vessels
MCA guidelines for ports to ensure a co-ordinated local and national response to an oil spill.
Advice for British people on staying safe when travelling abroad by sea, including piracy, armed robbery and security risks in particular regions.
Travel and passenger rights and the measures in place to minimise disruption.
Background information on the wreck of SS Richard Montgomery, and survey reports from 1995 to present.
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) highlights the issues to be considered when planning and undertaking voyages in the vicinity of offshore renewable energy installations (OREIs) in UK waters.
Guidance on the 5 titles of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006, and the regulations applying to UK ships under each one.
Provides guidance on the rules applicable in restricted visibility as well as guidance rules within Part A and Part B Section I, which may be applicable in all states of visibility.
This MSN outlines the qualifying conditions for obtaining deck ratings certificates and able seafarer’s deck certificates.
MSN provides important information on the UK’s implementation of the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and Sediments 2004, which aims to address the spread of invasive non-native…
International index of search and rescue (SAR) data providers for passengers ships.
Technical and carriage requirements for life saving appliances referred to in UK Regulations.
Amendment 2 outlines mandatory requirements specified by the Secretary of State under the hours of work regulations and gives guidance on their application.
This notice describes revised arrangements for verification of sea service testimonials of seafarers working in the large yacht sector.
This note provides guidance on the MCA policy with regards to service requirements for SOLAS certificated inflatable Life-Saving Appliances
How ship owners, brokers and operators can apply to MCA for passenger, bunker, tanker and wreck removal compulsory liability insurance certificates.
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