New certification opens safe and professional pathway for careers in large yacht sector.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has launched a new Yacht Unlimited Certificate of Competency (CoC), giving Deck Officers a direct route to Chief Mate or Master on large yachts without needing to gain experience on cargo vessels first. The streamlined pathway maintains full STCW safety standards while recognising yacht-based seagoing service.
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