Department For Transport
Detail of outcome
As a result of the consultation, when parliamentary time allows, we will take powers in primary legislation to allow the creation of a comprehensive regulatory framework that supports industry in its continued development and operation of Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) in the UK.
We will also:
- continue to work with stakeholders to identify and implement the most appropriate interim measures until the domestic legislative framework is in place
- influence negotiations of an international framework at the International Maritime Organization (IMO), so that these align with UK priorities as closely as possible
Detail of feedback received
We received 50 responses to this consultation. A summary of public feedback is included in the consultation outcome.
Original consultation
Consultation description
Were seeking opinions and evidence from all those with an interest in what an innovative and flexible regulatory framework looks like for emerging transport technologies.
Maritime autonomy and remote operations is one of the priority areas of the Future of Transport regulatory review.
As part of the review, were also consulting on:
Youre welcome to provide feedback on as many topics as are relevant to your areas of interest and expertise.
We welcome responses to the questions by 22 November 2021.?
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