Guidance

MGN 554 (M+F) Amendment 2 – Procedure for becoming a UK approved body

This note sets out the procedure for conformity assessment bodies (CABs) to follow in seeking designation as a UK approved body under the merchant shipping (marine equipment) regulations 2025

From:
Maritime and Coastguard Agency
Published
11 December 2025

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MGN 554 (M+F) Amendment 2 – Procedure for becoming a UK approved body

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  • Notice to all Conformity Assessment Bodies seeking designation as a UK Approved Body

  • This Marine Guidance Note replaces MGN 554 Amendment 1.

This Note should be read in conjunction with the Merchant Shipping (Marine Equipment) Regulations 2025 and MSN 1874 (M+F).

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Published 11 December 2025

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