UK Spurs Autonomous Shipping Development
maritime sector will grow and ensure we are ready to maximize its potential.“This £1 million funding will support us to work alongside industry and researchers to ensure our approach to the regulation of autonomous shipping is informed and aligned with developments in technology.”Sir Alan Massey, CEO of the MCA said, “Autonomous shipping will play an increasing role in the future of the maritime industry. This new funding represents an enormous opportunity to accelerate the great work we’re doing to support our maritime industries.“We have already seen an extraordinary
Historic Cannon Returned to its Dutch Home
was well known and admired – he was also appointed ‘Cannon Founder of the Emperor Charles V’ who later became Charles I of Spain. A permanent home for the cannon has been found in the Zierkezee city museum. Chief executive of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, Sir Alan Massey said, "This moment represents years of painstaking work by so many people, both here in the U.K., in the Netherlands and even further afield. We often talk about partnership and why it matters and here is a prime example of that. "I'm proud that the MCA has played its
Diver Pleads Guilty to Fraud Involving Historic Cannons
; Woolsgrove will be sentenced on September 4 at Southampton Crown Court. During the protracted investigation David Knight & Edward Huzzey, who dived with Woolsgrove were convicted of several offences in relation to unreported wreck material including further bronze cannons. Sir Alan Massey, Chief Executive of the Maritime & Coastguard Agency said, “This is an important case and should serve as a deterrent to others. The laws on salvage are very clear and they work well when properly applied. Those tempted to circumvent those rules can expect our close attention.&rdquo
February 2025
