Compliance Services

Regulatory Compliance

Yachts operate under strict safety and labor regulations. Our role is to ensure your yacht always meets the standards required by flag states, insurers, commercial operations, and international laws.

We handle the full compliance process so you can operate safely and confidently anywhere in the world.

Mini-ISM

For Private Yachts Under 500 GT

What it is:

A simplified safety-management program for private yachts under 500 GT.

When needed:

When a yacht is private, not required to be fully ISM-certified, but must still demonstrate structured safety procedures.

What we do:

  • Safety manuals
  • Emergency plans
  • Crew familiarizations
  • Monthly checklists and logs

We schedule drills, track compliance, and keep documentation audit-ready.

ISM & ISPS

International Safety & Security Standards

What it is:

The international standard for safety (ISM) and security (ISPS) of commercial vessels.

When needed:

For commercial yachts, especially above 500 GT, or yachts entering regulated ports or charter service.

What we do:

  • Safety-management systems
  • Security plans
  • Crew drills and reports
  • Flag and port compliance
  • Annual audits and inspection preparation

We act as Designated Person Ashore and Security Officer.

MLC Compliance

Maritime Labour Convention

What it is:

International rules governing crew welfare, contracts, hours of rest, medical coverage, and working conditions.

When needed:

Whenever professional crew is employed onboard.

What we do:

  • Crew agreements
  • Hours-of-rest tracking
  • Insurance compliance
  • Document renewals
  • Crew welfare records

All records remain accessible and properly formatted for inspection.

How We Manage It

We centralize all compliance management for seamless operations

Safety documents

Training logs

Certificates

Audit reminders

Monthly compliance reporting

All documents and alerts are available through our management systems so nothing is missed.

The Benefit for Owners

With Global Yacht Management

Your yacht remains compliant at all times

Crew work safely and legally

Insurance and charter approvals remain valid

You avoid administrative and legal exposure

Compliance becomes seamless so you can focus fully on enjoying the yacht.