Baton Rouge report published
Today, we have published our accident investigation report into the fatal injuries sustained by the chief engineer on board the Isle of Man registered motor yacht Baton Rouge at Falmouth Harbour, Antigua on 23 February 2024. The report, available via this link, contains details of what happened and subsequent actions taken. This investigation was carried […]
Vacancy for IT Manager at MAIB, Southampton
Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Service owner and system administrator of the branch’s local network, MADNet and its associated peripherals: Network administrator Network architect Cybersecurity lead First-line IT support System administrator for Microsoft applications and licensing Branch case management system Building and issuing of staff laptops using Microsoft Intune Set-up and […]
February 2025 Transaction Data
Please note this data shows what HM Land Registry has been able to process during the time period covered and is not necessarily a reflection of market activity. In February: HM Land Registry completed 1,806,500 applications to change or query the Land Register The South East topped the table of regional applications with 401,605 HM Land Registry completed 1,806,500 applications in February compared […]
Njord report and safety flyer published
Today, we have published our accident investigation report into the capsize and foundering of stern trawler Njord (SH 90) on 6 March 2022, during which one crew member lost his life. The report, available via this link, contains details of what happened and subsequent actions taken. A safety flyer to the fishing industry has also been produced […]
Government strengthens Migration Advisory Committee
The government has delivered on its manifesto promise to strengthen the independent Migration Advisory Committee (MAC), a key component of the new joined-up approach to reduce net migration. In changes confirmed by the MAC today (Tuesday 17 December), from January 2025, Professor Brian Bell will take on his role as Chair of the Migration Advisory […]
MAIB Data Portal update
The MAIB Data Portal has been live for just under 6 months. Data was initially only available for marine accidents reported to the MAIB in 2023. Today, that data has been updated to include marine accidents reported in 2022, 2023, and 2024. Work continues to make available data from 2020 and 2021. Data for 2025 […]
Lexi Rose report and safety flyer published
Today, we have published our accident investigation report into the grounding, loss of propulsion and subsequent capsize of the creel fishing vessel Lexi Rose (BF 370) in shallow water on Melrose Point, Scotland on 21 September 2023, during which the lone skipper lost his life. The report, available via this link, contains details of what […]
Dr. George Fernie announced as new UK Caldicott Guardian Council chair
Following a formal appointment process, the National Data Guardian, Dr. Nicola Byrne has announced Dr. George Fernie as the new chair of the UK Caldicott Guardian Council (UKCGC), the national body for Caldicott Guardians in the UK. Dr. Fernie steps into the role with a wealth of expertise, having previously served as UKCGC’s vice-chair, where […]
Decarbonisation in the maritime sector is a priority for the MCA
The launch of the Department for Transport’s Maritime Decarbonisation Strategy is enforcement of just that, outlining ambitious goals for the maritime sector. This includes reducing fuel lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions by 30 per cent by 2030, 80 per cent by 2040, and achieving zero emissions by 2050. From supporting the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition, which […]
Statement on the collision between Solong and Stena Immaculate
The Marine Accident Investigation Branch was notified of the collision of the Portuguese registered container ship Solong and the US registered oil tanker Stena Immaculate in the North Sea 14nm north-east of Spurn Head at the entrance to the River Humber. MAIB immediately deployed a team of inspectors to Grimsby to begin a preliminary assessment. MAIB has […]