PBA Resources Hub
Useful Links, Guidance & Marine Industry Information
The Professional Boatman’s Association Resources Hub provides a central point of information, guidance and tools for commercial boat operators across the United Kingdom.
Designed for charter fishing operators, dive boat operators, RIB operators, passenger vessel operators and workboat professionals, the hub brings together key resources that support safe, compliant and professional operation within the UK maritime sector.
Whether you are looking for regulatory guidance, industry updates, operational best practice or sector-specific information, the Resources Hub is designed to help members and operators stay informed and compliant with evolving maritime standards.
Weather & Marine Forecasting
Accurate weather information is essential for safe and effective marine operations across all commercial sectors.
- Windy Marine Forecast – Marine wind, wave and weather forecasting tool used for operational planning and route decision-making.
- XCWeather Forecasts – UK-based forecasting service providing wind and coastal weather updates for marine users.
- Admiralty Easy Tide – Official UK tidal predictions for planning coastal and marine operations.
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UK Maritime Regulations & Safety Codes
Official UK government guidance for commercial vessel operations, safety compliance and certification standards.
- MCA Workboat Code (Edition 3) – Guidance for workboat operations, safety standards and certification requirements.
- Sport or Pleasure Vessel Code – Regulatory framework for coded vessels operating in UK waters.
- Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) – UK authority responsible for maritime safety, regulation and enforcement.