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Remembering Captain David Cowell
It is with deep respect and sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Captain David Cowell, a true maritime legend on the Isle of Man. David dedicated his life to the sea, rising through the ranks to Master before becoming the Island’s Chief Harbour Master....
Isle of Man Maritime Congratulates First Manx Female to Complete Class 2 Fishers.
Isle of Man Maritime is proud to celebrate the success of Manx fisher Isla Gale, who has officially passed her orals for the Class 2 Fishers qualification, being the first Manx female to do so. This significant milestone marks a key step in Isla’s maritime career, and...
Isle of Man Ship Registry Marks 40th Anniversary with Celebratory London Event
The Isle of Man Ship Registry (IOMSR) has marked its 40th anniversary with an event in London as the Douglas based registry seeks to cement its position as one of the world’s most progressive flag states. The celebrations, which were attended by a host of key figures...
Isle of Man Registry Welcomes World’s Most Powerful Sailing Cargo Ship
The world’s most powerful sailing cargo ship has gone into service under the Isle of Man flag. The pioneering Berge Olympus was officially unveiled in October after its retrofit by Berge Bulk, one of the world’s leading dry bulk ship owners. Four WindWings have been...
Setting Sail into a New Era: The Inaugural Journey of Our New Flagship Vessel
Despite the challenges posed by a global pandemic, the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company's years of planning and preparation have finally come to fruition, resulting in a remarkable new flagship vessel, the Manxman. I was recently one of the lucky people to get to...
Isle of Man Ship Registry Becomes Member of Seafarer Welfare Charity ISWAN
The Isle of Man Ship Registry (IOMSR) is stepping up its commitment to seafarer welfare by becoming a member of seafarer welfare charity the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN). A registered charity, ISWAN exists to improve the lives of...
Isle of Man Maritime Joins LISW 2023 as Bronze Sponsor
Isle of Man Maritime Limited (‘Isle of Man Maritime’) is delighted to announce that they will once again be supporting one of the maritime industry’s biggest global events, having signed up as a Bronze Sponsor of London International Shipping Week (‘LISW’) 2023, as...
Flag Flying Guidance for Isle of Man Ships & Yachts Following the Death of Her Majesty The Queen
An official notice has been circulated by the Isle of Man Ship Registry in respect of Flag Flying Guidance for Isle of Man Ships & Yachts Following the Death of Her Majesty The Queen: Please note the following flag flying guidance applicable to Isle of...
Dick Welsh MBE Appointed as Isle of Man Commissioner for the Northern Lighthouse Board
Former Isle of Man Ship Registry Director and maritime professional, Dick Welsh, has joined the Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB) as the new Isle of Man Commissioner (Non-Executive Director). Mr Welsh, who received an MBE in the January 2020 Honours List for services to...
Women in Maritime: Sarah Lisy, Isle of Man Ship Registry
Women are an integral part of the maritime workforce, contributing to the success of shipping lines, ports, onshore services and more. For the inaugural International Women In Maritime day, IMO, we are continuing with our 'Isle of Women in Maritime' series throughout...