BS 6349-8:2026 Maritime structures. Design of Ro-Ro linkspans, ramps and seaport passenger boarding bridges - Code of practice
Publication Year
2026
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Applies to structural elements of roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) ramps, linkspans and seaport passenger boarding bridges (SPBB). Provides terms, definitions, symbols, recommendations, describes different types of structure, geometrical considerations, loads, movements and factors, structural analysis and design and looks at furniture, finishes and corrosion protection.
Document History
Supersedes BS 6349-8:2007. Came into effect 31 August 2026. See Foreword for use and application, references and alternative approaches.
ISBN
9780539269611
Publisher Information
British Standards Institution
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