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Delivering advanced and sustainable solutions for yachts.

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There is growing demand for a combination of enhanced safety, sustainable solutions and novel technologies from the yacht industry. ABS' deep experience in the yacht sector means we are able to provide the roadmap for the transition and deliver future proof vessels.

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Rules and Guides for Yachts

Rules for Building and Classing Yachts

Guide for Comfort on Yachts

Guidance Notes on Ship Vibration

Guidance Notes on Yacht Design

Requirements for Hybrid Electric Power Systems for Marine and Offshore Applications

Requirements for Use of Lithium-ion Batteries in the Marine and Offshore Industries

Requirements for Masts and Rigging Arrangement on Sailing Yachts

Other Resources

Publication: Low-Emission Framework for Large Yachts

Cutsheet: Inventory of Hazardous Materials for Yachts

Cutsheet: ABS Guide on Comfort on Yachts and Related Advisory Services

Cutsheet: ABS Yachts - Advancing Yacht Class, Sustainability and Innovation

Yacht Structural Assessment Software

Pre-Port Arrival Checklist: Passenger Vessels