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UK Moves Toward Electronic Seafarer Endorsements

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The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) will introduce electronic Flag State Endorsements (FSEs) for seafarers on UK vessels starting September 1, 2026. This initiative aims to modernize maritime services and digitize certification processes, while maintaining the legal status of existing physical certificates during a transitional period of up to five and a half years.

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A Cosco multipurpose and heavy lift ship at the Port of Guayaquil in Ecuador. PHOTO from ICTSI

Philippines Maritime Authority Proposes STCW Revisions in Stakeholder Forum

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The Maritime Industry Authority of Philippines conducted a review of draft proposals to update the STCW Convention for current and future maritime challenges. In a session called “Usapang STCW,” stakeholders provided feedback on proposed revisions. Key topics discussed included digitalization, simulator training, seafarers’ welfare, and harmonization measures for regulation implementation.

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