UK Ship Register

Commercial
A Merchant Vessel is any vessel that is commercially operated. To register your Merchant vessel, you should register with the UK Ship Register online.

Leisure
New Part 1 (Pleasure) and Part 3 (Small Ships) application and registration process for Leisure vessels registering on the UK Ship Register.

Fishing
Part 2 (Fishing) registration information and application process for Fishing Vessels operating commercially fishing for profit.

Large Yacht
Part 1 (Commercial - Yacht) application process and registration information for Large Yachts over 24 metres operating commercially including a link to Ensign Large Yacht Services.

Our Values

We are committed in providing you with excellent customer service through our team being available when you need it, which you would expect from a high performing quality Flag. 

Is your ship eligible to join the UK Ship Register?

Find out here if you meet the requirements to register a ship on the UK Ship Register.

Fee Indicator

Provides an indication of fees that are applicable to vessels registering on Part 1 (Commercial) and Part 4 (Bareboat) of the UK Ship Register only

Not applicable to Part 2 (Fishing) and Part 3 (Small Ships) 

Testimonials

Read client testimonials about their experience of being on the UK Flag and the service that they have received.

Selection of Flag State is a critical strategic decision

Selection of Flag State is a critical strategic decision, and a key risk mitigator for our business. Our objective is to work together with our stakeholders to align and support each other’s corporate objectives in a responsible, professional and adaptable manner.

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06/02/2024

A deck officer who discovered a “love for the sea” as a young teenager has been given the 2023 Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s Officer Trainee of the Year award.

Emergency Towing Vessel Contract awarded to Marnavi Spa

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The UK Government’s Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) has awarded a five-year contract for its Emergency Towing Vessel (ETV) to Marnavi Spa, with the ship now operating under the UK flag.

Red Ensign Group (REG) Technical Forum

07/03/2023

An ongoing commitment to pioneering technology, sharing resources and continuing improving the expertise it offers to the maritime world at large as well as its own members will be the focus of this week’s Red Ensign Group Technical Forum.

Consultation on passenger counting regulations for UK passenger vessels.

28/02/2023

A consultation on passenger counting regulations for UK passenger vessels. The consultation is open for four weeks from 28th February - 28th March 2023.
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