1. Malta Compliance and Surveys : Set sail with the confidence that comes from meeting Malta’s stringent maritime standards. Our flag surveys ensure your yacht aligns with Malta’s regulations, covering every aspect from safety to documentation.
2. MCA Compliance and Surveys : Navigate the waters under the flag of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) with assurance. Our surveys are tailored to meet MCA requirements, ensuring your vessel adheres to the highest safety and operational standards.
3. St. Vincent & Grenadines Compliance and Surveys : Experience the beauty of the Caribbean with the assurance of compliance. Our surveys cater to St. Vincent & Grenadines flag requirements, providing a thorough analysis to meet the standards of this maritime jurisdiction.
1. Initial Consultation : Begin your journey with a personalized consultation. Our experts will assess your specific needs, outlining the steps required for a successful transition.
2. Gap Analysis : Our comprehensive gap analysis identifies the disparities between your pleasure yacht’s current state and the requirements for commercial registration. This step allows us to create a tailored roadmap for compliance.
3. Regulatory Compliance : Navigate the intricate web of regulations with confidence. We guide you through the regulatory landscape, ensuring every aspect of your yacht aligns with the necessary commercial standards.
4. Certification Process : Benefit from our in-depth knowledge and approvals as we navigate the certification process. Our team works closely with relevant authorities to streamline the certification of your yacht for commercial registration.
5. Documentation Support : The paperwork associated with transitioning from pleasure to commercial registration can be overwhelming. Let us handle it for you. Our team ensures that all documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted in a timely manner.
1. Refit & new-build supervision : We represent the owner on site, from the first technical specification to the final sea trials, making sure that what is built matches what was agreed.
2. Regulatory roadmap : Every project is mapped against the flag, class and MLC requirements that apply, so that compliance is designed in rather than fixed afterwards.
3. Yard & contractor coordination : We follow planning, budget and quality at each milestone, and keep the owner and the management company informed with clear, regular reporting.
1. Pre-purchase condition surveys : A thorough inspection of hull, machinery, systems and equipment, with a detailed written report, so that buyers know exactly what they are acquiring.
2. Valuation surveys : Independent market valuations for insurers, lenders, owners and brokers, based on the actual condition of the yacht and current market data.
3. Damage & insurance surveys : Assessment of damage, cause and repair costs, carried out in coordination with insurers and shipyards to keep the yacht’s downtime to a minimum.
1. Safety management audits : Independent review of the yacht’s safety management system, ISM and ISPS procedures, drills and record keeping, on board and ashore.
2. Crew & operational audits : Verification of crew certification, working hours and MLC compliance, with practical recommendations that captains can act on immediately.
3. Owner & lender reporting : A clear, impartial report for owners, family offices and financial institutions who need an independent view of how the yacht is operated.
