What is BS 6349-4 -Fendering and mooring systems about?
BS 6349-4 is the fourth part of the multi-series of Technical Committee CB/502, Maritime works.
BS 6349-4 gives recommendations and guidance on the design of fendering systems and layouts, mooring devices, and mooring system layouts, principally for commercial vessels with a minimum displacement of 1 000 t.
Note: Some of the provisions in this part of BS 6349 might be applicable to other types of vessels such as naval vessels, provided that the particular vessel characteristics and berthing/mooring procedures are taken into account.
Who is BS 6349-4 -Fendering and mooring systems for ?
BS 6349-4 on code of practice for the design of fendering and mooring systems is useful for:
Manufacturers and supplier’s offenders and vessel berthing products
The maritime industry
Infrastructure and environmental engineers for ports
Project management consultants for maritime/ports
Port authorities
Private consultancies
Planning agencies
Why should you use