I've been researching online and having trouble finding what exactly is required to produce small craft designs, construct, and sell them, and if I have the qualifications to do so.
A little background.. I am early in my career and have a BS in Civil Engineering and MS in Ocean Engineering: Naval Architecture. I should have a PE license in Civil: Construction in a couple weeks (just passed the exam and was approved by the Board). I currently work in the public sector (flood prevention and dredging) and I am thinking of a side pursuit in boat design, given my organization has no issues.
What are the usual legal requirements for designing a boat from scratch, constructing it, and selling? In terms of design stamps, insurances, paperwork, etc.
You can call the tax service and clarify all these issues in my country. I started designing boats with a patent. When things went well, I opened my own shipbuilding company. Instead, we design and make unique boats. Now I have an established circle of regular customers, and it is constantly expanding. So I'm sure you will succeed if you put in the effort. By the way, it is imperative to optimize the running costs of your business when creating a company. It will help avoid unnecessary expenses and take the business to a new level.