Maritime and Coastguard Agency Archives - Communications and Management for Sustainability

Changes to important shipping regulations

Current UK laws on the carriage of cargoes and dangerous goods are being revised and updated by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), to make sure they continue enforcing safety at sea in line with international safety standards. The first proposed set of regulations is the Merchant Shipping (Carriage of Cargoes) Regulations 2024. This will revoke and replace […]

New rules aimed at reducing illegal discharges from ships

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A new consultation on rules aimed at reducing illegal discharge of garbage into seas is launched by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. Shipowners and operators, in particular, are being encouraged to have their say on laws designed to further support the UK in its work to keep its seas clean by making it compulsory for […]