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Read about Recognition Certificates for foreign officers on Faroese vessels

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When sailing in the Faroes you can apply for a Pilot Exemption Certificate.

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The Faroe Islands International Ship Register FAS offers numerous financial advantages to shipowners

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Accidents and Incidents
Procedures regarding emergencies on board ships
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Medical Certificate
Medical Certificate form and guidelines
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Publications

News

Three new tanker vessels in FAS
27. November 20250
Three tanker vessels were registered in the Faroese International…
Newbuilding from Thun Registered in FAS
24. October 20250
The shipping company Erik Thun AB has had a…
One in Five Seafarers Has Experienced Bullying Onboard
23. October 20250
The Faroese Maritime Authority has carried out a comprehensive…

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Joint Concentrated Inspection Campaign on Ballast Water Management
9. September 20250
The Paris MoU has announced its next three-month Concentrated…
Two new FAS registrations
30. July 20250
TIDAN is a brand-new cargo ship owned by the…
The Hong Kong Convention Enters into Force on 26 June
13. June 20250
Faroese Ships in International Trade Will Be Affected by…

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Thor Magni Registered in FAS
21. February 20250
THOR MAGNI, owned by Thor in Hósvík, is now…
Faroe Islands Now an Associate Member of IALA
19. February 20250
On Wednesday morning, February 19, at 10:36 AM local…
Sjóborg is Ship of the Year 2024
6. February 20250
Sjóvinnustýrið has selected the Ship of the Year in…