General Blog Posts

We stock self-adhesive vinyl flag stickers for a wide range of countries, UK regions and marine use — printed on laminated vinyl that holds up outdoors, on hulls, on vehicles and on equipment. Sizes start from small and go up to full transom or hull panel dimensions. If you can't find the flag you need in our catalogue, we can produce a custom one to order.

UK fishing vessels are legally required to display their Port Letters and Number (PLN) in specific sizes and locations, and to mark passive gear and buoys with the same identifier. This guide covers the size rules, placement requirements, gear marking obligations, what the law says about vinyl versus paint, and how to order compliant lettering.

There are two ways to apply vinyl graphics — dry and wet — and the right choice depends on the size of the graphic, the surface and the conditions. This guide covers both methods step by step, along with surface preparation, temperature, handling curves and aftercare.

UK boats are subject to a range of marking and identification requirements depending on their type, size and use. Some are mandatory under law; others are voluntary schemes. This guide covers the main requirements — official numbers, hull marking, SSR registration, lifebuoy marking and more — and explains what each one means in practice.

Getting the right training before taking a boat out to sea — or onto the inland waterways — can be the difference between a great day on the water and a serious emergency. This guide covers the key RYA qualifications for sailing and powerboating, what’s required for inland waterways, and the ancillary courses that are often overlooked but genuinely useful.