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Maritime

Skútan - ship registry and legal registration system for seafarers

Information and guidance on the computerised system for the Icelandic Ship Registry and registration of seafarers.

Ship's crews

Information on ship manning, registration of ships' crews, issue of Certificates of Comptency and Proficiency and maritime training.

Ships and boats

Registration, periodic surveys and inspections of ships and boats. Certificate of Seaworthiness. Ship Registry. New buildings, modifications and import of vessels.

Safety, education and training

National programme on the safety of seamen. Safety manual (SMS) for fishing vessels. Notification of incidents or accidents at sea.

Rights of passengers at sea

Rights of passengers at sea. Complaints and right to compensation.

Ports and maritime security

Maritime security. Ship security. Port security and cargo security.

Port State control

Port State Control is the control of foreign ships entering Icelandic ports to ensure that those ships comply with international rules.

International cooperation

Information on the International Maritime Organisations of which Iceland is a Member State.

Diving

Divers permits. Requirements for professional divers, amateur divers and diving clubs.