Services

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 Advice on UK and EU recreational craft legislation, applying ISO standards in design and production, and compliance gap analysis.

Placing a marine product on the market, or operating one, depends on knowing exactly which requirements apply. RWMC advises on the full range of compliance obligations, from international standards to national certification. This lets you identify your obligations early, avoid costly redesign and go to market with confidence.

 Expert interpretation of ISO/TC 188 small craft standards from an active participant in their development.

Understanding the standards that define your market, and how they are likely to change, is a competitive advantage. RWMC explains how current standards apply to your products and gives regular briefings on publicly available developments, so you are aligned with today's requirements and prepared for future revisions.

 Governments, industry bodies and businesses need a coherent, credible strategy to meet net zero targets. RWMC's strategic advice is based on direct experience of national policy development for the marine sector. Ross led the development of British Marine's national decarbonisation strategy and its Decarbonisation Hub. He also led the publication of BM's national technology and environmental roadmaps, and has briefed UK government ministers. 

Safe electrification depends on sound engineering and robust technical compliance. RWMC provides specialist expertise in lithium-ion battery safety and electric propulsion systems to manufacturers, regulators, operators and owners, including:

• safety policy for lithium-ion installations on inland, recreational and commercial small craft; and
• guidance on the ISO standards for onboard electric propulsion and battery systems, including those in development.

Environmental targets and new technologies such as electric propulsion are changing the regulatory landscape quickly, so understanding the direction of travel matters. Our strategic briefings give senior leaders, government bodies, legal teams and insurers a clear, informed view of key marine legislation and standards, covering both their current status and the changes expected. 

New technologies such as lithium-ion batteries, combined with changing regulation, create operational and financial risk for marine businesses. RWMC identifies these risks and develops practical mitigation measures to protect your people, assets and reputation. Our advice draws on experience across the whole lifecycle, from drafting standards to assessing real-world incidents and damage. It is impartial and independent, and helps reduce your exposure to enforcement action, insurance liabilities and safety incidents.