Trailer standards and approvals: deadline end June 2023

Following the July 2021 implementation of a transitional period for the Road Vehicle Standards Act (RVSA) 2018 to replace the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989, and the subsequent extension of this by 12 months, industry members involved with the manufacture, supply, modification or similar of road trailers for boats (including imports as part of a BMT package) should note the transition period now formally finishes on 30 June 2023.

The new regulations and standards will impact ALL manufacturers and importers of Low ATM Trailers (Trailers): if this describes part of your business, please ensure you are fully up to speed and now compliant, or very soon to be, with the new requirements to be able to continue to trade after 30 June 2023.

The Boating Industry Association have produced an overview of the matter. To read their overview, click here.