Global cooperation brings breakthrough on first international Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) Code

IMO’s Autonomous Ship Code Experience-Building Phase (EBP): Where Real Work Begins - Shipping Australia

When the IMO adopted the non-mandatory MASS Code in May 2026, it marked a historic moment. Shipping Australia’s CEO, Capt. Melwyn Noronha commented: "let's be honest, adopting the Code is the easy part in the entire process. The real test is whether it works when ships, systems, and people meet…

Global cooperation brings breakthrough on first international Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) Code

Global cooperation brings breakthrough on first international Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) CodeMaritime and Coastguard Agency plays leading role in delivering regulatory confidence for industryThe Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has welcomed global agreement on a new international Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) Code, due to be published next month.  For eight years, the MCA’s autonomy team has represented the UK’s inte…