The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) will assume direct responsibility for approving training programs for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) and Radio Certification. Currently, this responsibility lies with the Association of Marine Electronic and Radio Colleges (AMERC). The transfer of responsibilities will occur on 12 May 2025. However, candidates who successfully complete their GMDSS Course after 21 April, should apply directly to the MCA who will issue the GMDSS certificate, see section 3.
Notice to all Shipowners, Operators, Masters, Skippers, Officers, Cadets, and those concerned with maritime training.
You can find further details for course approvals and how to maintain approval, in MSN 1865 Amendment 1 Annex F.
This MIN should be read in conjunction with MSN 1864 Amendment 1, MSN 1865 Amendment 1, MSN 1903 (M). This MIN is for guidance only.
This MIN expires 31 May 2026.
Further information:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/min-716-mf-changes-to-the-gmdss-process-in-the-uk?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5036e36f-a449-44a3-91ed-1bd6c7362078&utm_content=daily