Tonnage measurement

Weighing the evidence

RB Marine Surveys provides surveys for tonnage and measurement, required for a Certificate of Tonnage and Measurement. This is one of the documents needed to register your vessel on Part 1 of the UK Ships Register.

Registration on Part 1 of the UK Ship Register entitles you to the following benefits:

• Evidence you own the boat

• Shows your boat’s nationality

• Use the boat as security for a marine mortgage

• Protection from the Royal Navy and the services of British Consuls

• Internationally accepted documentation to ease passage to foreign ports

• Can enhance the re-sale of your vessel

• Evidence of date of build for the EU Recreational Craft Directive

• Ensures that your boat’s name is unique on Part 1

Part 1 Registration requires renewal every 5 years but does not require a further survey unless there are changes to the vessel (i.e: change of engine).

To see more about Part 1 Registration and how to start your application with the UK Ship Register, see the government website.