Princess Yachts today became the first significant British Boat builder to achieve the RINA Green Plus (Y) notation for their entire range of V Class and Flybridge motor yachts up to 24m (85’).
Princess 72 motor yacht by Princess yachts
The award provides an independently verifies environment accreditation from the classification society RINA and applies to each individual model which is assessed for its environmental impact. The rigorous testing investigates all aspects of the craft from engines to electrical systems to materials and substances employed and Princess Yachts are the first brand to demonstrate the compliance to every vessel applicable for the process.
Princess V56 Profile
Princess also leads the way in responsible manufacturing too and in 2010 became the first major motor yacht manufacture to be awarded IS014001 in recognition of achievements in reducing the effect on the environment. This followed a stringent yearlong company review into every aspect of the manufacturing activities products and services, from materials usage, noise emissions, to energy management and waste disposal.
A significant part of the company’s environmental initiative is the use of large scale resin infusion technology, a closed mould process which almost completely eliminates emissions in the workplace and local environment. This advances technique also offers significant quality, weight and structural benefits resulting in better hull performance and fuel efficiency.
Chris Gates, Princess Yachts International Managing Director commented “We are obviously delighted to achieve this recognition for our products to complement the award we have recently received for our manufacturing process. For Princess, engineering and environment excellence go hand in hand for the benefit of our customers, our people and our local community and this is a further demonstration that we are leading the way in our industry.”
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