Bolts loosened, net crane fell from TMP 700 K crane
The Norwegian Maritime Authority has been informed of an incident on a fishing vessel where a net crane fell and injured two men.
Recent updates
- Security and piracy
Kick'Em Jenny Submarine Volcano Unrest
Substantial increase in earthquake activity associated with the Kick'-em-Jenny submarine volcano poses a threat to shipping in the Grenadine Islands.
Recent news
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Important information to seafarer’s doctors approved prior to 1 July 2014
All seafarer’s doctors who were approved by Norwegian authorities prior to 1 July 2014 are required to complete a basic course for NMA seafarer’s doctors and to implement a quality system within 1 July 2019.
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Important information to seafarer’s doctors approved prior to 1 July 2014
All seafarer’s doctors who were approved by Norwegian authorities prior to 1 July 2014 are required to complete a basic course for NMA seafarer’s doctors and to implement a quality system within 1 July 2019.
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Delayed entry into force of the new legislation regarding the world heritage fjords
The entry into force of the new legislation was originally planned for 1 January 2019. As the consultation has to comply with the EU time limit requirements, the entry into force of the new legislation will be a little delayed and is now scheduled for the end of February 2019.
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Opening hours during Christmas 2018
We have the following opening hours during the Christmas break. Make a note of the following contact numbers.
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Stricter ship-breaking requirements
From 1 January, shipowners who want to scrap their old ships must comply with stricter legislation. The purpose is to protect the environment against on-board hazardous materials and substances, but also to ensure the health and safety of workers engaged in ship-breaking activities.
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Proposes stricter environmental requirements in the world heritage fjords
New legislation intended to reduce emissions and discharges in the world heritage fjords was circulated for review this spring. In order to further reduce the environmental strain in the world heritage fjords, the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) now proposes even stricter regulations. The proposed amendments will be circulated for review today, with a six week deadline for comments.
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More sulphur testing with drones
This summer’s sulphur testing using a drone was a great success. The Norwegian Maritime Authority will now purchase three new sulphur sensors through the official cooperation with the Coast Guard, the Norwegian Coastal Administration and the Norwegian Radiation Protection Authority.