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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MTF unveils landmark framework for holistic assessment of decarbonisation technologies

20/12/2021

The Maritime Technologies Forum (MTF), of which the UK Flag State is a founding member, has unveiled a framework designed to empower decision-makers in shipping to holistically assess and compare decarbonization technologies and low to zero-emission energy carriers.

UK Ship Register is Silver Sponsor for UK Chamber of Shipping Annual Dinner

14/12/2021

The UK Ship Register (UKSR) has pledged their continued support for the UK Chamber of Shipping by becoming Silver Sponsor of their upcoming Annual Dinner.

Online discussion shines spotlight on safety and sustainability in the shipping industry

13/12/2021

Katy Ware, Director of UK Maritime Services at the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and Permanent Representative of the UK to the IMO, joined a DNV-sponsored Lloyd’s List virtual discussion on safety and sustainability in the shipping industry this week (7th December).

Fishing boat owners fined after ignoring safe working regulations

09/12/2021

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