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Maritime And Coastguard Agency

January 2026

New Maritime and Coastguard Agency non-executive directors appointed

Compliance drive for ports and marine facilities launches across UK

December 2025

Safety platform closing – how to prepare and stay safe at sea

November 2025

Safety and innovation at heart of new code for small commercial vessels use…

Growing a knowledge network for the UK’s maritime industry 

Digital trainee seafarer assessments for maritime industry’s next generatio…

Seafarer cadets become first in UK to follow new ‘futureproofed’ maritime s…

October 2025

Second chance to comment on Personal Locator Beacon registration

Update on seasonal bases for HM Coastguard

September 2025

Help shape the Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s digital services

World Maritime Day 2025: Committed to safety, security and the environment

Maritime Innovation Hub coming soon

Digital Training Record Books set to transform cadet learning at sea

The future of UK maritime: Skills, Technology and Sustainability

MCA launches Extended Dry-Docking scheme

July 2025

Championing maritime excellence: MCA leads UK Flag Forum 2025

June 2025

Mum and best friend of rip current victim Joe Abbess share their grief and …

Polar safety code updated to protect people and the environment

May 2025

Seafarer cadets funding secured for extra 12 months by Maritime and Coastgu…

April 2025

Marine Equipment Regulations consultation launched

UK global leadership in maritime training to support safer, cleaner seas

Securing a greener future with cleaner maritime technology

March 2025

Decarbonisation in the maritime sector is a priority for the MCA

Sharing information and experiences at the Maritime Accessibility Conferenc…

‘World’s first’ dual-fuel ammonia-powered vessel arrives in the UK

February 2025

Ship’s master and operator sentenced over fatal crash at sea

Officer Trainee of the Year’s pride to win ‘symbol of excellence’

January 2025

Personal Locator Beacon registration: 15 minutes that could save your life

Maritime and Coastguard Agency issues new guidance for safe navigation in t…

December 2024

‘Safe and evidence-led': New guidance for smaller Remotely Operated Unmanne…

Changes to maritime law ‘reflect the ever-evolving needs of the seafarer’

Significant safety improvements for those working in the offshore sector

Maritime skills boost as MCA-led UK cadet training overhaul completes next …

Safety and innovation support for small vessels in commercial use for sport…

October 2024

New Coastguard station is 'great news for both the team and the island'

‘Helpful insight’ into issues of static fishing gear and safety tips

September 2024

Witness appeal: fatal incident at Port of Wisbech quayside

New tool locates MCA-approved life-saving appliance service stations

Maritime and Coastguard Agency celebrates World Maritime Day 2024

Benchmarks to support new electric propulsion training courses

HM Coastguard showcases drones and electric vehicles at Emergency Services …

August 2024

New full-fibre network ‘enhancing ability to respond to emergencies’ 

Witness appeal after collision between motorboat and kayak at Milford Haven

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during July 2024 under Paris MOU.

July 2024

Jet skier issued first caution under new watercraft safety law

New and improved website from the UK Ship Register

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during June 2024 under Paris MOU

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during May 2024 under Paris MOU.

Sleeping skipper to pay £10k for causing vessel collision

Company to pay £100k after unsafe vessel sinks causing deaths of two

June 2024

Day angling skipper fined for breaching Dover Strait shipping lane rules

May 2024

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during April 2024 under Paris MOU.

Safety support for fishers after deaths from dredge gear lifting equipment

Mother and son to pay more than £5,000 for obstructing work of MCA

April 2024

Maritime and Coastguard Agency documentary ready to return to TV screens

Anti-fouling shipping regulation strengthens marine environment protections

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during March 2024 under Paris MOU

Post-training survey relaunched to help make UK maritime skills fit for the…

Regulation updates will support enforcement in UK waters

March 2024

‘More accessible and easy to use’ – updates to health and safety handbook c…

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during February 2024 under Paris M…

Maritime and Coastguard Agency leads counter-pollution exercise

February 2024

Boat owner to pay £20,000 after vessel collides with rocks

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during January 2024 under Paris MO…

Maritime and Coastguard Agency's officer trainee of the year announced

Funding for seafarer cadets available for an extra 6 months

January 2024

Consultation on the carriage of cargoes and dangerous goods launched

Government to support small-scale fishing industry across the UK in latest …

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during December 2023 under Paris M…

New tool to boost understanding of safety at sea

The Shipping Forecast broadcast turns 100

December 2023

MCA employee recognised in New Year Honours

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during November 2023 under Paris M…

One workboat code launched to simplify safety rules and support new technol…

Review of UK cadet syllabus could shape training worldwide

November 2023

Extension and concessions granted to help industry with medical certificati…

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during October 2023 under Paris MO…

Safety tips and checklists feature on new app for seafarers

Statement in response to MAIB inflatable migrant boat report

October 2023

Online form for coastguard volunteers rolled out nationally

New rules that will continue work of UK to protect our seas go out for cons…

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during September 2023 under Paris …

Cadets' health and well-being 'in safe hands' with new support group

September 2023

Tackling shipping fraud to boost safety at sea

Rowing boat owner sentenced after man was lost overboard

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during August 2023 under Paris MOU…

Safety bulletin reminds fishers to report changes they make to their vessel…

August 2023

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during July 2023 under Paris MOU.

Maritime and Coastguard Agency reiterates new rules regarding marine equipm…

July 2023

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during June 2023 under Paris MOU.

National Independent Lifeboat Association joins UK Search and Rescue Operat…

May 2023

Company fined £800k after death of fish farmer

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during April 2023 under Paris MOU

Sending 'heartfelt best wishes' to His Majesty on coronation day

April 2023

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during March 2023 under Paris MOU

A new website dedicated to coastal safety and the work of His Majesty’s Coa…

March 2023

Warning for powered watercraft users as new legislation comes into force

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during February 2023 under Paris M…

February 2023

Marine company fined £2million after death of crewman

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during January 2023 under Paris MO…

January 2023

The medical certificate required by fishers on UK vessels

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during December 2022 under Paris M…

"No compromise on safety” new rules to protect passengers on vessels

November 2021

Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during October 2021

July 2020

Second generation UK search and rescue aviation programme (UKSAR2G)

October 2017

FOREIGN FLAGGED SHIPS UNDER DETENTION IN THE UK DURING SEPTEMBER 2017

June 2016

Foreign flagged ships under detention in the UK during May 2016

April 2016

Foreign flagged ships under detention in the UK during March 2016

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