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CRT Impact Report says historic canals championed as solutions to UK’s modern challenges
New guidance for smaller Remotely Operated Unmanned Vessels published
New guidance on smaller Remotely Operated Unmanned Vessels (ROUVs) has been released, published by the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA). Marine Guidance Notice (MGN) 705 (M) came into force 31 December 2024 setting out a pathway for operation of the rapidly growing number of hi-tech ROUVs between 2.5-4.5 metres in length. It puts the UK among the first in the world to formally set out the scope of regulation and operators’ obligations in this emerging category, as well as the MCA’s commitments to well-founded oversight that keeps people safe. Publication is the first step since extensive consultation began in 2022 with a range of maritime industries.
The core of MGN 705 (M) is a two-year general exemption for eligible ROUVs. It runs alongside research commitments by the MCA to ensure future updates are underpinned by firm evidence and clear criteria.
A CRT Impact Report demonstrates how the UK’s unique network of historic canals, a legacy of the Industrial Revolution, are being repurposed to address some of the greatest challenges facing society. The interconnected and ecologically rich man-made waterways are today playing a key role in addressing the UK’s biodiversity crisis, improving public health and helping to mitigate the impacts of climate change.
The Canal & River Trust (CRT), the charity that cares for 2,000 miles of waterways across England and Wales, has published an Impact Report that shows the nation’s canal network is proving more relevant than ever. The Report also showcases the charity’s commitment to keeping canals open and alive in the face of some serious threats.
The UK is one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world, but canals provide a lifeline for wildlife. Forming the nation’s longest corridor of freshwater habitat, canals create “nature highways” that provide essential linking habitats that allow species to thrive and move safely through the nation’s increasingly fragmented landscape. The Report highlights how the network includes 304 conservation areas, 68 Sites of Special Scientific Interest, and countless corridors rich in biodiversity.
Download the CRT Impact Report at
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Key obligations are set out for owners and operators, such as for eligible ROUVs to be under constant supervision by a human able to take control at any time.
A safety assurance assessment must be declared before operation, and speed will be limited to 6 knots or planing speed, whichever is lower. Other safety requirements cover vessel visibility, anti-fouling, and remote camera capability.
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