Tag: UK MCA

The UK MCA issued a notice listing the organizations whose method for determining the verified gross mass of a packed container has been approved by the MCA for method 2 under the applicable SOLAS standard.

The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has published a guide including FAQs on verified gross mass to assist with the implementation of the upcoming amendments to SOLAS VI Regulation 2.

The UK MCA has issued a Marine Guidance Note ,giving information about the potential hazards when carrying Specialised Vehicles.

The UK MCA has issued a Marine Guidance Note to provide guidance on the transport of dangerous goods as defined by the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code when carried in a private vehicle not in commercial use or by a foot passenger on a Ro- Ro ship.

PDMS Maritime has announced a new contract with the UK’s Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) to provide a new integrated system to incorporate seafarer management and approved doctor records, delivering process efficiency improvements and enhanced customer services, in line with the MCA’s Digital Strategy.

The UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency has issued guidance note to highlight issues that need to be taken into consideration when assessing the impact on navigational safety and emergency response (search and rescue, salvage and towing, and counter pollution) caused by offshore renewable energy installation developments. It applies to proposals in United Kingdom internal waters, Territorial Sea and Exclusive Economic Zone.

Two Coastguard helicopters, a lifeboat and two other vessels are assisting the crew of a ship which is on fire off Cromer.

UK MCA provides guidance for seafarers' training including, career information, written and oral exam syllabuses and details for nautical colleges and training centres.

UK MCA has issued Marine Guidance Note to introduce the new Hovercraft Code which has been developed for Light and Small hovercraft operating in the United Kingdom or United Kingdom Waters (both at sea and on inland waterways).

UK MCA advises owners and operators of automatic water mist sprinkler systems to consult with their original equipment manufacturer to ensure compliance with the applicable IMO revised guidelines.