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Maritime and Coastguard Agency
MCAPart of:Department for Transport
We work to prevent the loss of life on the coast and at sea. We produce legislation and guidance on maritime matters, and provide certification to seafarers. MCA is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department for Transport .
We work to prevent the loss of life on the coast and at sea. We produce legislation and guidance on maritime matters, and provide certification to seafarers. MCA is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department for Transport .
Senior Staff
Virginia McVea
Chief Executive
Claire Hughes
Director of HM Coastguard
Lars Lippuner
Director of UK Customer Maritime Services
Latest Publications
New Maritime and Coastguard Agency non-executive directors appointed
Press release
Compliance drive for ports and marine facilities launches across UK
Press release
Growing a knowledge network for the UK’s maritime industry
Press release