Safety & Security

The uncompromised well-being of our clients, their guests, their yachts, and our shared ocean is paramount at Reardon Yacht Consulting. We expertly navigate the often complicated waters of international codes and conventions for safety, including ISM/Mini-ISM, ISPS, and MLC, as well as all Flag State requirements and local governing bodies.

What We Provide?

24-hour emergency response and medical support

Fully ISM/Mini-ISM and ISPS certified and audited

Crew familiarisation training and drills

Onboard safety audits, risk assessments, and ship security plans

DPA and CSO service

DoC for all major flag states

Secure online access to our simplified safety management system

Certification and documentation management system …and much more!

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" They seamlessly took over full yacht management, from financial administration to crew placement and logistics. Their expertise was invaluable in shipping our yacht, sourcing exceptional crew, and advising on a successful off-market sale. Always responsive and professional, they handled every detail with care, making all the difference. "
~ Former Owner of the Eight Seas ~Sunfreef 80'
" Having worked on board motor yachts for 12 years, Reardon was by far the best management company I have experienced. They have an approachable, family-style management but without skimping on professionalism or expertise. "
~ Samantha Tester ~Chief Stewardess
" We have worked with RYC for over ten years. Michael Reardon and his team have provided expert advice in all areas of yacht management. They have been great representatives with our family member clients and provided invaluable services. We have entrusted RYC with management oversight of our vessels, and everything runs like clockwork. "
~ Tom Orr ~ Head of Family Office
" Reardon Yacht Consulting is an indispensable resource for yacht owners, captains, and crew alike. Michael and the team are unequivocally reliable and professional and offer many years of experience in the field. "
~ Nic Edmonds ~Yacht Captain
| Over the past twenty-plus years, I have had the privilege of collaborating with Michael and our mutual clients. I have enjoyed watching his leadership build a strong management team marked by excellence and transparency. With their practical and professional approach, I have no doubt they will deliver outstanding services to their clients. "
~ Christel Lincoln ~Vice President, WTW Marine Superyachts
" Your team has done a great job tackling the complexity of the rules, refits, and problems that come with large yachts. Your team has also been incredibly responsive and professional throughout. "
~ Doug Traina ~Yacht Owner
" Fantastic Management Company. Michael Reardon is tops. Can’t say enough about him and his team. I’ve been a Reardon captain for six years, and I still am. 10/10 "
~ Adrian Roche ~ Yacht Captain
" TThanks to the RYC team. You guys were great at helping with the piping problem, expediting the main engine exhaust bellows replacement, and your proactive handling of the crew accident in the Exumas that required quick, decisive action. "
~ Steve Johnson ~Yacht Captain

FAQs

What is Yacht Compliance?

A yacht is compliant when it adheres to rules and regulations specified by the country under which a vessel is registered or licensed, also known as its “flag state”. Depending on the yacht’s size and registration status, further regulations must be considered (e.g., classification society, laws of the country the vessel cruises in, such as “port state,” etc.). As a management company, we are highly focused on safety and compliance in the ever-changing regulatory world and support the Captain and crew with this priority.

Depending on the severity of non-compliance, various consequences may arise. These range from the vessel having to rectify the non-conformity within a given time frame to the vessel being detained until the issue is rectified.

As the management company, we provide the framework for compliance through a Safety Management System. We then assist with making it vessel-specific, monitoring the system, and assisting with flag and class certification and surveys, among many other things, to ensure safety and compliance.

We focus on the yacht’s operational safety and compliance with the law. Our team provides support with registration and flagging, safety regulations, crew certifications, environmental regulations, insurance requirements, health and medical standards, immigration issues, and more. It’s a complex job, but we do it every day with years of helpful advice and positive outcomes.

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