No jargon, no waffle. What's actually changing in the codes, what surveyors look for, and how to be ready on the day. Written by skippers, naval architects and surveyors on the UK and Irish coasts.
From 1 December 2025 the new Code replaces the old MGN 280 framework. Five changes most likely to catch out skippers, plus the practical list of what to have on the boat before your next survey.
Two UK Codes cover small commercial vessels under 24 m. The plain-English test for which one is yours.
The Marine Survey Office's PBL divides vessels into six Classes based on operating area. Plain-English breakdown of each Class and what it requires.
Complete checklist with renewal periods, issuing bodies, and what surveyors look for on the day. From coding cert to ENG1 to the new SMS requirement.