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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New chapter for safe disposal of marine flares from the pleasure boat sector

11/10/2021

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency is to work with industry to develop local self-regulated schemes for the safe disposal of redundant pyrotechnics (flares) from the pleasure vessel sector.

Catch up on demand with all our events from LISW21

29/09/2021

If you weren't able to join us live during LISW, then don't worry, all of our sessions are now available to watch on-demand - so you can catch up with all the content at a time that's convenient for you.

MCA delighted to see maritime education expert recognised by national body

15/09/2021

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s assistant director for modernising maritime education has been recognised by a national industry body for her ‘outstanding impact’ in the teaching profession.

New guidance published to mitigate serious injury on small vessels

10/09/2021

New guidance on mitigating the risk of serious injury from whole body vibration on small vessels has been published today [10 September].
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