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The Red Ensign Group (REG) is 13 British Shipping Registers working together to ensure the successful development of the British flag & successfully contribute to continuing enhancement of global maritime safety and protection of the marine environment.

The Coastal State Forum saw a number of highly engaging topics in its seventh year at the REG Conference. A major aspect...
27/06/2025

The Coastal State Forum saw a number of highly engaging topics in its seventh year at the REG Conference.

A major aspect was search and rescue, with discussions including long-term sustainability in training and exercising, as well as developments of the Women in Search and Rescue scheme.

Attention turned to quality management systems and the implementation of domestic safety policies and regimes, all in aid of improving regulation to ensure the safety of everyone using the maritime space.

Forum also heard significant progress updates from members, especially those in the South Atlantic that are overcoming the unique coastal state challenges of their small size and isolation.

On day two of the REG Conference the focus turned to education and training within the maritime sector. During the Capac...
26/06/2025

On day two of the REG Conference the focus turned to education and training within the maritime sector. During the Capacity Building Working Group there was consideration of potential new training initiatives and identifying the gaps as new technologies develop.

St Helena promoted their training initiative for a remote island which is totally reliant on shipping.

Wendy Benjamin, Education Consultant in St. Helena said: “Changes in the means of transportation to and from St. Helena has reduced opportunities and aspirations to pursue a career in maritime.

“The aim of the Capacity Building Working Group is to motivate, encourage and inspire young people to pursue a career in maritime while giving them the pathways and support to achieving their goals. This work is essential for ensuring sustainability in the maritime industry.”

“The British maritime fleet is one of the best in the world, and we can rightly be proud of the standards we hold and ou...
24/06/2025

“The British maritime fleet is one of the best in the world, and we can rightly be proud of the standards we hold and our seafarers who abide by them."

Today marks the start of this year's REG Conference, with innovation and safety, sustainability and domestic shipping just some of the key talking points.

An opening ceremony was conducted by the Bailiff of Guernsey this morning, launching three days of discussions, learning and networking.

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22/06/2025

Final preparations are underway for this year’s REG Conference in Guernsey.

The conference, which oversees and upholds maritime safety standards across the thirteen British Shipping Registers, is an annual opportunity to discuss best practice and to look at ways of improving the performance of the Registers internationally.

Ahead of this year’s conference, here are some highlights from last year in Jersey.

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