BUILDING TO THE REG YACHT CODES

Abstract

The Red Ensign Group (REG) has recently completed the development of an updated regulatory framework for Yachts, entitled the ‘REG Yacht Code’, which entered into force on the 1st of January 2019. The Code’s aim is to further develop the well-established industry standards of the Large Commercial Yacht Code (LY3), combining the lessons learned from almost 20 years of regulating the Large Yacht sector since the first version of the Code was published in 1997 & Passenger Yacht Code (PYC) since the 1st edition was published in 2010. The revised text makes larger use of industry best practice, international standards and the IMO’s overarching remit for the provision of increased ‘Goal Based Standards’ with the intention of allowing room for more flexibility and innovation in the design and construction of Large Yachts. Here, the principle changes to the Code are presented in addition to the benefits and challenges that are associated with achieving compliance. Finally, the key technical considerations during the design and construction process when building to Parts A and B are discussed.