CONSULTANCY

Navigate Complexity with Confidence

Practical maritime consultancy that helps you stay compliant, reduce risk, and keep operations moving, from certification to environmental reporting.

Response within 24 to 48 hours

Built for real world maritime workflows

What you gain

Faster compliance decisions

Clear next steps, timelines, and deliverables.

Reduced operational risk

Preparation for audits, inspections, and renewals.

Controlled reporting

MRV, DCS, ETS, and Fuel EU requirements turned into a clear workflow.

Reliable technical support

Documentation, surveys, certification, and follow-up when needed.

Services at a glance

Our consultancy provides the clarity and actionable strategy you need to make informed decisions, reduce compliance risk, and keep maritime operations moving.

Environmental Compliance & Sustainability Services

Turn emissions compliance into a clear workflow with trusted verification partners.

Energy Efficiency & Carbon Intensity Compliance
  • EEXI Calculation & Technical File Preparation: Determining your vessel’s Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index, developing the required technical documentation, and advising on pathways to attain compliance.
  • IMO Data Collection System (DCS): Supporting fuel consumption data collection and reporting to the flag state in line with IMO global data collection requirements.
  • CII Rating & SEEMP Support: Calculating the annual operational CII rating and assisting with SEEMP Part III development and implementation to improve performance over time.
Mandatory Emissions Monitoring, Reporting & Verification (MRV - ETS)
  • EU MRV Regulation: Complete support for monitoring plans, emissions data collection, and submission of verified reports to the European Commission.

  • UK MRV Regulation: Support for compliance with the UK system for monitoring and reporting CO2 emissions from maritime transport.

  • EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS): The EU ETS now applies to maritime transport, requiring shipping companies to monitor emissions and surrender allowances for verified CO₂e output, Our collaboration with certified verifiers Dromon Bureau of Shipping the “Gold Medal Winner”and regulatory specialists, Maritime Links ensures:

    • Development and assessment of ETS Monitoring Plans
    • Verification of company-level and ship-level annual emissions reports
    • Integration of datasets across ETS, MRV, and IMO DCS
    • Advice on ETS allowance procurement strategies
    • Assistance with Union Registry access, onboarding, and account management

Mandatory Emissions Monitoring, Reporting & Verification (Fuel EU Maritime)
  • Fuel EU Maritime Regulation (EU 2023/1805): Integrated support for meeting the Fuel EU Maritime requirements,
    With certified verifiers and regulatory specialists, Maritime Links ensures:
    • Development and assessment of Fuel Eu Monitoring Plan.
    • accurate well-to-wake GHG intensity reporting
    • Coordination with accredited verifiers, and alignment of Fuel EU data with EU MRV and IMO DCS.
    • Ensure that each vessel meets the progressively tightening GHG intensity limits.
    • Completes the mandatory annual Fuel EU reporting cycle, and maintains a compliant Fuel EU Document of Compliance onboard.
Environmental Performance Benchmarking: Clean Shipping Index (CSI)

We evaluate a vessel’s environmental performance across emissions, water management, chemicals, and waste handling criteria. A strong CSI rating enhances eligibility for port incentives and strengthens chartering competitiveness.

Our service ensures you:

  • Avoid Costly Penalties: Achieve full compliance with EU, UK, and IMO regulations to prevent fines and port state control detentions.
  • Gain Commercial Advantage: Attract charterers and satisfy stakeholders with superior environmental credentials and verified performance data.
  • Make Informed Decisions: Use accurate data and our expert analysis to plan cost-effective technical and operational measures for long-term decarbonization.

Ship Registration & Seafarer Certification

Fast, accurate support for vessel registration, flag and class liaison, certificate renewals, and seafarer certification requirements.

Full Vessel Registration & Flag and Classes Liaison

We manage the entire process of registering your vessel with its chosen flag state, serving as your official point of contact and ensuring all submissions meet precise national requirements.

Ongoing Certificate Renewal & Compliance Monitoring

We proactively track certificate expiration dates and manage the renewal process, ensuring continuous compliance and preventing operational delays.

Seafarer Certification

We prepare certification applications and support the issuance of required seafarer documents, including Certificates of Endorsement (COE), attestations, and authorization letters in accordance with flag state requirements.

Class/Statutory Certification & Requirements

Liaison and survey coordination to keep hull, machinery, and statutory certification on track.

Class Liaison & Advisory

Coordinate communication with classification societies and support ship managers and operators with selecting the appropriate class based on vessel type, trading area, operational profile, and regulatory requirements.

Survey Planning & Coordination

Develop and manage the survey calendar for annual, intermediate, and renewal surveys to
prevent last-minute rushes and allow dry-dock planning.

Statutory Certification Support

Support vessel compliance with flag state, SOLAS, MARPOL, Load Line, Ballast Water, and
other applicable international requirements by coordinating certification, submissions, and
survey preparation.

Technical Assessment Follow-up

Assist with plan review, technical submissions, survey attendance coordination, and follow-up
actions to close class or statutory observations.

PSC Readiness

Helping with identify and close gaps before inspections, reducing the risk of deficiencies,
operational delays, or Port State Control detention.

Strategic Growth, Investment & Business Planning

High-level advisory and business planning for maritime companies, ship owners, managers, and investors making decisions around fleet growth, acquisition, and operational structure.

Maritime Business Plan Development

We develop structured maritime business plans for new ventures, established shipping companies, ship owners, managers, and investors.

Our support may include:

  • Business model definition
  • Market positioning
  • Operational planning
  • Commercial structure
  • Fleet and asset planning
  • Regulatory considerations
  • Clear implementation roadmap
Financial Modelling & Feasibility

We support financial planning through CAPEX and OPEX forecasting, commercial feasibility analysis, and scenario-based planning.

This helps owners, managers, and investors understand cost structure, operational viability, and long-term business potential before committing to major decisions.

Fleet Expansion & Renewal Strategy

We advise on fleet growth, fleet renewal, vessel acquisition, and operational suitability based on trading area, vessel type, regulatory requirements, and business objectives.

Our support helps align asset decisions with operational needs, compliance exposure, and long-term commercial value.

Regulatory & Compliance Impact Planning

We assess how regulatory, environmental, flag, class, and operational requirements may affect business planning, vessel acquisition, fleet expansion, or new maritime ventures.

This helps decision-makers understand compliance exposure early and avoid costly surprises later in the process.

Operational Structuring & Crewing Cost Optimisation

We support maritime companies with operational structuring, ship-shore coordination planning, and crewing cost considerations.

The goal is to create a practical operating model that supports compliance, cost control, and reliable daily operations.

Investor-Ready Business Plans

We prepare business plans and advisory material that can support investment discussions, asset acquisition, company development, or expansion strategy.

Whether supporting a new venture, expansion strategy, or vessel acquisition, Maritime Links delivers integrated plans that align operational, financial, and regulatory realities with long-term value.

HSEQ, ISM, ISPS & Consultancy Compliance

Supporting managers in fulfilling their duties and tasks by improving office and onboard systems, reducing incidents, and minimizing audit stress.

System Development & Integration

Design and document practical Safety Management Systems (SMS), security procedures, and
assisting the implementation of HSEQ processes that comply with ISM Code, ISPS Code, and
MLC standards.

Internal Audits & Certification Support

Conduct internal reviews and pre-audit checks to prepare companies and vessels for DOC,
SMC, ISSC, flag state, and RSO audits.

Risk Assessment & Operational Controls

We help identify safety, security, health, and environmental risks, then create simple controls
that are practical for crew and office teams.

Emergency Preparedness

We review emergency response procedures and drill programs to improve crew readiness and
reduce confusion during real incidents.

PSC Inspection Readiness

We review key documents, certificates, records, and onboard practices to reduce the risk of
PSC deficiencies and delays.

Marine Engineering & Documentation

We prepare and review practical vessel documents including SOPEP, Garbage Management
Plan, Ballast Water Management Plan, Emergency Towing Booklet, and technical manuals
aligned with class and flag requirements.

Pre-Purchase & Condition Surveys

Independent vessel condition and risk assessment to support safer buying, chartering, insurance, and management decisions.

Pre-Purchase Condition Survey

A practical technical review of hull, machinery, equipment, documents, visible defects, and maintenance condition before purchase.

P&I Pre-Entry / Condition Inspection

Independent inspection to support insurance entry by identifying risk areas, deficiencies, and required follow-up.

Charterer / Operator Pre-Entry Survey

Baseline condition assessment before taking a vessel into service, helping clarify condition, responsibilities, and future maintenance exposure.

Clear Findings & Recommendations

The final report highlights key risks, certificate gaps, high-priority defects, and recommended repairs or follow-up actions.

Why operators choose Maritime Links

Maritime Links combines practical execution, regulatory understanding, and trusted coordination across ship, shore, flag, class, and verification partners.

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FAQs

Can you help with vessel registration and seafarer certification?

Yes. Maritime Links supports vessel registration, flag and class liaison, certificate renewals, and seafarer certification requirements, including Certificates of Endorsement (COE), attestations, and authorization letters.

Do you support environmental compliance and emissions reporting?

Yes. We support environmental compliance workflows including MRV, IMO DCS, EU ETS, Fuel EU Maritime, CII, SEEMP support, and Clean Shipping Index related documentation and coordination.

Can you assist with class, statutory certification, and PSC readiness?

Yes. We coordinate with classification societies, support survey planning, statutory certification, technical follow-up, and help identify gaps before inspections to reduce the risk of deficiencies or delays.

Do you provide strategic business planning for maritime companies?

Yes. We support maritime business planning, financial modelling, CAPEX and OPEX forecasting, fleet expansion strategy, regulatory impact planning, and investor-ready business plans.

Do you provide pre-purchase and condition surveys?

Yes. We provide independent condition and risk assessments to support safer vessel purchase, chartering, insurance, and management decisions.

 

Ready to move from uncertainty to clear next steps?

Send us your vessel details, compliance needs, or operational challenge. Maritime Links will respond with a clear next step and the right support path.

Response within 24 to 48 hours