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2025 was a significant year for the UK Ship Register, marked by the UK Flag Forum and London International Shipping Week, recognition of seafarers’ contributions to global trade and major progress in modernising seafarer training. 

Read more ⬇️
https://t.co/M7Tk213IAE

[Maritime and Coastguard Agency @MCA_media]

Safety and innovation are at the heart of updated regulations for small commercial vessels used for sport or pleasure that will be phased in from 12 December 2025, starting only with new vessels entering either code for the first time.

More information: https://t.co/7kXIhoR85E

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Industry and academia are being invited to collaborate with the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) in a new strategic initiative to help the UK’s marine sector become cleaner, safer and even more successful.

More information: https://t.co/ITzfU59a7U

[UK Ship Register @UKShipRegister]

Today we honour and remember the sacrifice of those who gave their lives for our freedom.

#RemembranceDay #LestWeForget

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Hosted by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, the UK Maritime Innovation Hub will offer support to vessel operators, shipbuilders, start-ups, and technology developers seeking to bring novel ideas into real-world operations without compromising safety.
https://t.co/W7ftFnRLTo

[UK Ship Register @UKShipRegister]

Launching in April 2026, the Maritime Innovation Hub will assist maritime organisations in turning novel concepts into safe, real-world operations.

Learn more ⬇️
https://t.co/vJDNWUJLA4

[Maritime and Coastguard Agency @MCA_media]

Digital Training Record Books are set to transform cadet learning at sea, as the new app provides extra features for trainees, employers, and instructors.

More information ⬇️

#Maritime #Seafarers
https://t.co/NFeEIVWEvD

[Maritime and Coastguard Agency @MCA_media]

Southampton Boat Show (@SotonBoatShow) is back for 2025!

Come and see us at Stand H068 to learn more about staying safe on the water, registering your distress beacons, and careers with @HMCoastguard 🛥️

[Maritime and Coastguard Agency @MCA_media]

From cutting edge technology to supporting the seafarers of tomorrow - the groundbreaking work of the MCA and how it contributes to the future of maritime has been under the spotlight at London International Shipping Week 2025 (@LISWOfficial).
https://t.co/v47vFTe5PM

[Maritime and Coastguard Agency @MCA_media]

Director of UK Customer Maritime Services Lars Lippuner recently attended the Merchant Navy Day Commemorative Service and Reunion at Tower Hill.

He had the honour of laying a wreath on behalf of the MCA, remembering those who tragically died at sea during World War Two.

[UK Ship Register @UKShipRegister]

London International Shipping Week (@LISWOfficial) is one week away!

With the UK Flag recognised globally for its leadership in safety, regulation, and customer service, discover how we’re ensuring the next generation of seafarers receive world-class training today.

#LISW25

[Maritime and Coastguard Agency @MCA_media]

Today, we are celebrating the seafarers working far from home in jobs that are vital to the UK’s national and global networks of supply and transportation.

Meet the people supporting our seafarers on Merchant Navy Day ⬇️

#MerchantNavyDay #MerchantNavy
https://t.co/4MRUoBG0mD

[Maritime and Coastguard Agency @MCA_media]

The Merchant Navy has a huge legacy which forms an integral part of British history and our economy today.

On Merchant Navy Day, learn about the people behind the Red Ensign flag and discover just how essential shipping is for UK trade.

@Seafarers_KGFS

#MerchantNavyDay

[Maritime and Coastguard Agency @MCA_media]

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has launched an Extended Dry-Docking (EDD) scheme following a successful controlled trial, enabling qualifying UK vessels to undergo a single dry-dock over the course of seven and a half years.

More information: https://t.co/9dGxM5f4NO.

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Join Ajit Jacob, Chief Examiner and Assistant Director for Seafarer Technical Delivery at the MCA, at @LISWOfficial!

Ajit will be discussing the modernisation of seafarer training and training seafarers for the future of maritime.

Register your interest: https://t.co/25LsJnHPDs

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Join Lars Lippuner, Director of UK Customer Maritime Services at the MCA, at @LISWOfficial.

This is your opportunity to learn more about the UK flag, its benefits, and the advantages it offers to shipowners worldwide.

Register your interest: https://t.co/25LsJnHPDs

#LISW

[Maritime and Coastguard Agency @MCA_media]

There is just one month to go until the @SotonBoatShow returns!

We look forward to meeting with attendees to discuss coastal safety, the importance of registering emergency beacons, and career opportunities with HM Coastguard.

#BoatShow #Coastguard #Maritime #SIBS25

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Join Prasad Panicker, Deputy Director of Technical Operations at the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, at @LISWOfficial as he delivers a talk on decarbonisation and how it's shaping the future of shipping.

Register interest for our event: https://t.co/MSHJdTQjUN

[Maritime and Coastguard Agency @MCA_media]

The United Kingdom has maintained US QUALSHIP 21 status for the 14th consecutive year, meaning UK-flagged ships will benefit significantly and gain a competitive edge when trading with the US.

More information ⬇️
https://t.co/dGkCkDipD9

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"It's very rare to get a regulator that's as engaging".

Thomas Campbell, General Manager of @ClydeMarine on the importance of collaboration between the Government and the maritime industry.