Article 2U.K.Scope
1.This Directive applies to ships of 300 gross tonnage and upwards, unless stated otherwise.
2.[F1Unless otherwise provided, this Directive shall not apply to:]
(a)warships, naval auxiliaries and other ships owned or operated by a Member State and used for non-commercial public service;
(b)fishing vessels, traditional ships and recreational craft with a length of less than 45 metres;
[F1(c) bunkers on ships below 1 000 gross tonnage and ships' stores and equipment for use on board all ships.]