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) 

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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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Spot inspections result in action against more than 40 vessels

26/07/2021

More than a fifth of fishing vessels subject to a random spot inspection have either been detained or prohibited from being used for fishing by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency.

Something in a name – the Spirit of Adventure

26/07/2021

There’s something behind a name and determining fate, with the Spirit of Adventure – Saga’s newest cruise ship – needing just that to make it to her inaugural voyage on Monday 26 July, almost a year after she was ready to first take passengers on board. But, in the spirit of adventure, the Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) and Saga have worked hard to adapt to the changing needs during lockdown, to ensure the minimum amount of disruption to the building and certification process. And, as the cruise ship industry returns to our shores, the boutique vessel is also ready to begin her service

MCA joins industry leaders to discuss training standards for autonomous shipping

21/07/2021

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency is taking part in an event designed to drive forward training standards for remote operators of autonomous surface ships today.

Tiredness and fatigue at sea

09/07/2021

At the Maritime & Coastguard Agency, we recognise the impact that the working environment can have on the wellbeing of seafarers and the UK Flag is committed to ensuring safe, sustainable and healthy conditions for all who sail under it.
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