Small Commercial Vessel (SCV) Coding is a legal requirement for any owner with a vessel of 24 metres (80') or less wishing to operate commercially. A commercial vessel can be defined as a vessel wishing to carry more than 12 passengers, or operating for any financial gain to the owner. This includes individual passengers, a Charter Company, a Corporate Events Company, a workboat or Sea School. The Maritime Coastguard Agency (MCA) is responsible for upholding the SCV code on behalf of the British Government and is applicable to British flagged vessels only.
|
 |
Benefits of owning a Coded Vessel
You may not realise, but by commercially coding your vessel, you are entitled to a great number of benefits. Some of these benefits include, but are not limited to the followin:
 |
- VAT is reclaimable on the purchase of your vessel. Currently that equates to a 15.5% rebate on your purchase price.
- With the recent law change on recreational boats having to pay duty on fuel, it is worth noting that coded vessels are entitled to reclaim this duty. This is a significant reduction to the running cost of motor vessels in particular.
- All purchases for your vessel can be offset against tax. These purchases include any equipment, marina fees, repairs, maintenance and even the cost of obtaining the SCV.
- The major benefit is of course to legally have the ability to make your vessel become a souce of income
- Having your vessel pass the SCV inspection can be a reassuring process. It can also be an informative and educational experience. You will be assured that your vessel and equipment will perform and protect.
|
How can European Boat Delivery help?
European Boat Delivery will take control of every aspect of the coding process. Whatever your individual circumstances we can adapt a package to suit you. We will deal with everything from paperwork to surveyors and required work. All you will need to worry about is where to place your SCV sticker! The following will give a brief indication of some of the areas European Boat Delivery will address:
- European Boat Delivery will produce all paperwork relating to the SCV requirements.
- The required stability test will be conducted.
- A training document will be produced for your individual vessel.
- All signage will be procured and fitted by us in consultaion with you (so you are happy with the asthetics but also comply with regulations).
- Any work which is required on the vessel will be undertaken by a skilled team of boatbuilders overseen by European Boat Delivery.
- All required safety equipment and appliances will be sourced by us if required, we are also happy to use your personal suppliers if required.
- You can rest assured that all safety equipment and appliances will be fitted with the uttmost discretion and in consultation with you.
- European Boat Delivery has a network of preferred surveyors, but we are of course happy to instruct any surveyor if you have a preference.
European Boat Delivery will work in close communication with you regarding the coding of your vessel. We will alwasy ensure you are kept in the loop regarding decisions taken such as the fitting and location of all equipment and appliances. We care about our reputation and realise that word of mouth is the best method of marketing. Of uttmost importance to us is your satisfaction and we will ensure you are happy with the end result.
Choosing a SCV Code
The Small commercial code is split into numerous categories with varying degrees of difficulty to achieve. European Boat Delivery will be happy to help you decide which particular category is right for you. Below is a list of the categories. 6 is the easiest to achieve and 0 is the most difficult.
 |
Category 6
To sea, within 3 miles of a nominated departure point(s) and never more than 3 miles from land in favourable conditions and daylight.
|
|
Category 5
to sea, within 20 miles of a nominated departure point(s) in favourable weather and daylight.
|
|
Category 4
Up to 20 miles from a safe haven, in favourable weather and in daylight.
|
|
Category 3
Up to 20 miles from a safe haven.
|
|
Category 2
Up to 60 miles from a safe haven.
|
|
Category 1
Up to 150 miles from a safe haven.
|
|
Category 0
Unrestricted
|
| |
|
Quick Links:
|
