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Bespoke Safety Solutions Tailored to Your Yacht

Yacht Safety, Security & Compliance Services

At Fairport Global, safety, security, and compliance are fundamental to the effective management of every yacht. Our experienced team provides expert oversight across yacht safety, regulatory compliance, technical management, new builds, refits, and ongoing operational support.

We understand that maritime regulations are continually evolving. Our Yacht Managers monitor changes across international conventions, flag-state requirements, classification standards, and industry best practices to help ensure your yacht remains compliant, safe, and operationally prepared.

With knowledge spanning more than 40 maritime conventions and 800+ codes relating to safety, security, and pollution prevention, Fairport Global provides a comprehensive approach to regulatory management—while tailoring our services to the specific requirements of each yacht.

Comprehensive Safety & Compliance Management

Your dedicated Yacht Manager acts as a central point of contact for safety, security, compliance, and regulatory matters. Working closely with the Captain and crew, they help ensure the yacht’s Safety Management System and onboard procedures remain effective, current, and aligned with applicable requirements.

Compliance & Regulatory Support

-Regular communication with the Captain and Chief Officer to ensure onboard procedures are being implemented effectively
-Oversight of Mini-ISM procedures, including drills, risk assessments, passage plans, cabin inspections, and certification
-Monitoring and advice on current and forthcoming maritime regulations
-Guidance on compliance and regulatory matters
-Implementation and ongoing support for MLC 2006 requirements
-Assistance with insurance-related documentation and requirements
-Support with fiscal and VAT-related inquiries
-Ongoing monitoring of Flag State and Classification Society requirements

Flag & Class

We verify and help maintain your yacht's statutory, Flag State, and Classification Society certification requirements, providing ongoing oversight to help keep documentation and compliance up to date.

Survey & Port State Control Compliance

Fairport Global stands alongside your Captain and crew during Flag State and Classification Society surveys, as well as Port State Control (PSC) inspections.

Our team provides practical support and oversight throughout the process, helping identify potential compliance issues and ensuring the yacht is prepared for inspection.

Annual Mini-ISM internal audits and inspections can also be conducted to identify potential gaps across areas such as:
-Safety equipment
-Navigation systems
-Crew certification
-Operational procedures
-Required documentation and records
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International Safety Management (ISM)

Full ISM Management & Oversight

The International Safety Management (ISM) Code establishes an international framework for the safe management and operation of vessels and for pollution prevention. For vessels to which the Code applies, a Safety Management System (SMS) must be established and maintained.

Fairport Global’s Full ISM service provides initial setup, implementation, and ongoing management and oversight of the yacht’s SMS. Our approach is tailored to the individual yacht, its operation, crew, and regulatory requirements.

Our Full ISM support can include:

  • Initial SMS setup and implementation
  • Ongoing SMS management and oversight
  • Internal audits and inspections
  • Risk assessment and operational procedure support
  • Drill and safety management oversight
  • Certification and documentation management
  • Ongoing monitoring of regulatory changes
  • Support in maintaining safe and compliant operations

The responsibility for safe operation and management remains with the people who manage and operate the vessel. Fairport Global provides the expertise, systems, and ongoing oversight to support the yacht’s management team and crew in meeting those responsibilities.

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International Ship & Port Facility Security (ISPS)

Security Management Tailored to Your Yacht

For vessels to which the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code applies, Fairport Global supports the implementation and ongoing management of appropriate security measures.

We help ensure each applicable vessel has an approved security plan with procedures that can be implemented according to the security levels established by the relevant authorities.

Our team provides practical oversight to help keep security procedures, documentation, and requirements aligned with the vessel’s operation and applicable regulations.

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Technical Support

Protecting the Condition and Performance of Your Yacht

Fairport Global provides technical oversight and expert guidance to help maintain your yacht in excellent condition throughout your period of ownership.

Our technical support can include:

  • Oversight of critical equipment and systems
  • Support with Classification Society and Flag Administration requirements
  • Maintenance planning and technical reviews
  • Implementation and ongoing management of a Planned Maintenance System (PMS)
  • Monitoring of repair, servicing, and maintenance records
  • Identification and tracking of technical issues
  • Guidance on maintenance priorities and operational requirements

A well-managed PMS provides a centralized record of maintenance activities while helping ensure critical equipment receives the appropriate attention at the appropriate intervals.

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Shipyard Works & Refit

Experienced Technical Oversight From Planning to Completion

Fairport Global has a proven track record in managing complex shipyard projects, including technical refits, periodical maintenance, paintwork, repairs, and system upgrades.

Our team provides technical and project oversight throughout the shipyard period, helping owners and Captains navigate complex scopes, budgets, contractors, and regulatory requirements.

We can assist with:

  • Reviewing scopes of work and contractor quotations
  • Identifying gaps, exclusions, and potential areas of concern
  • Advising on pricing and project priorities
  • Reviewing technical requirements and Class-related inspections
  • Negotiating warranties and warranty support
  • Monitoring project budgets
  • Coordinating technical requirements during the shipyard period
  • Supporting the vessel through completion and return to service

Shipyard Consultancy

For owners seeking dedicated technical consultancy during a shipyard or refit period, Fairport Global can provide a dedicated project manager to oversee the technical process, review estimates and scopes of work, advise on Class-required inspections, and provide guidance during warranty negotiations.

Shipyard Consultancy is an additional payable service.

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Survey Compliance

Experienced Support When It Matters Most

Flag State, Classification Society, and Port State requirements can be complex and time-sensitive. Fairport Global adds an additional layer of vessel oversight, helping ensure the yacht is prepared for required surveys, inspections, and certification activities.

Our team works directly with the Captain and crew to coordinate requirements, identify potential issues ahead of time, and provide practical support throughout the inspection process.

Yacht Documentation & Records

Organized, Accurate, and Accessible

Accurate documentation is central to effective yacht management and regulatory compliance.

Fairport Global organizes and verifies yacht documentation and certification while maintaining detailed shore-based records. This provides an additional layer of backup, continuity, and assurance for owners, Captains, and crew.

Our document management support can include:

  • Yacht certificates and statutory documentation
  • Flag State and Classification Society records
  • Safety and compliance documentation
  • Maintenance and technical records
  • Insurance documentation
  • Shore-based backup and recordkeeping

Insurance Support

Coverage Guidance and Administrative Support

Fairport Global can liaise with insurance brokers to help obtain competitive quotations for Hull & Machinery and Protection & Indemnity (P&I) coverage.

Our support can include:

  • Arranging competitive insurance quotations
  • Liaising with insurance brokers and, when requested, underwriters
  • Assisting the owner’s insurance broker with claims administration
  • Supporting insurance renewals
  • Ensuring relevant insurance documentation is filed onboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ISM?

The International Safety Management (ISM) Code provides an international framework for the safe management and operation of ships and for pollution prevention. It establishes safety-management objectives and requires an appropriate Safety Management System (SMS) for vessels to which the Code applies.

Who is responsible for ISM?

Responsibility for the safe management and operation of the vessel rests with the people who manage and operate it. Fairport Global supports the yacht’s management team and crew through the implementation, management, and ongoing oversight of the vessel’s Safety Management System.

What is MLC?

The Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006), is an International Labour Organization convention that establishes comprehensive international standards for seafarers’ working and living conditions. It is widely recognized as one of the four pillars of international maritime law.

Who makes sure my yacht is safe and following all the rules and regulations — my crew or my Yacht Manager?

Both have important responsibilities. With Fairport Global, each yacht is appointed a dedicated Yacht Manager who supports the crew in implementing and maintaining a comprehensive Safety Management System and helps ensure the yacht complies with relevant regulations and standards.

This includes oversight of applicable Flag State and Classification Society certification, documentation, and compliance requirements.

What measures does Fairport Global take to ensure compliance with international regulations and Flag State requirements?

Fairport Global continuously monitors changes in international maritime regulations, Flag State requirements, and relevant industry standards to help ensure each yacht remains compliant.

Annual Mini-ISM internal audits and inspections can also be carried out onboard to identify potential compliance issues before they become larger concerns. These reviews can cover areas including safety equipment, navigation systems, crew certification, operational procedures, and documentation.

Can Fairport Global assist with determining the appropriate ownership structure or Flag registration for a yacht?

Fairport Global does not provide corporate services internally. However, we have extensive experience working with specialist providers across a range of jurisdictions and can help point owners in the right direction based on their intended operation and whether the yacht will be private or commercial.

We can also share practical insight into the advantages and disadvantages of different options based on our experience and, where appropriate, assist as an intermediary with selected providers or Flag States on the owner’s behalf.

Safety. Compliance. Confidence.

From day-to-day regulatory oversight to complex refit projects and technical management, Fairport Global provides the expertise and support needed to help protect your yacht, your crew, and your investment.

Speak with our Yacht Management team to discover how Fairport Global can tailor a safety, security, and compliance program to your yacht.

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