The rules for commercial pleasure vessels are changing. Are you prepared?
The Yacht Designers & Surveyors Association (YDSA) is offering an intensive, single-morning webinar to get Operators of Commercial Pleasure Vessels and Yacht Brokers fully up-to-speed on the new requirements of the New Sport or Pleasure Code.
This is one of the most significant regulatory updates in years for small commercial vessels (SCV) under 24m.
This 4-hour session will focus on the practical, operational, and transitional aspects of the new Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) requirements.
What You Will Learn In This 4-Hour Session:
For Operators
Practical Compliance: Detailed guidance on the new safety equipment, operational limits, and mandatory procedures for SCV work, including charter, training, and racing support.
Certification Clarity: Clear explanation of the revised survey regime, mandatory documentation, and how the new Code addresses technological advancements (e.g., alternative fuels).
Upcoming SMS Requirements: Understand the need for a robust Safety Management System (SMS) for all operators and how to implement a pragmatic system that meets the new Code’s expectations.
For Brokers
Transactional Risk: Learn how the Code affects the sale and purchase process, what questions to ask about a vessel’s 'coded' status, and how to advise clients on the cost and process of bringing a vessel into compliance.
Course Details
Date: 16th Feb 2026 at 9 am
Duration: 4 Hours (Single Morning Session)
Target Audience: Commercial Yacht Operators, Charter Fleet Managers, Yacht Brokers & Agents, and anyone managing or transacting SCVs for sport or pleasure.
Ensure your vessels operate legally and your sales proceed smoothly. Book your place now to master the new legal framework.