Vessel Management Services Dubai | Maritime Compliance | Pacific Light

Vessel Management Services Dubai | Maritime Compliance | Pacific Light

Who It Is For

Ship owners and offshore operators requiring professional oversight of technical and crew operations.

Scope of Work

End-to-end management including technical audits, crew certification, and ISM/MLC compliance.

Certificate Management & Tracking

Maintain a centralized certificate register for each vessel

  • Monitor expiry dates and arrange timely renewals

  • Coordinate with Flag State, RO, and Class for issuing or renewing the certificates

    Certificate Management & Tracking

    Survey & Audit Scheduling

    Arrange Class surveys (Annual, Intermediate, Renewal)

    • Schedule Flag State inspections

    • Coordinate ISM/ISPS/MLC audits

    • Maintain audit calendars and ensure timely attendance

    • Follow-up on conditions of class, recommendations, and observations

      Survey & Audit Scheduling
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      Recordkeeping & Filing

      Keep electronic or hard-copy files of all certificates, reports, checklists, and manuals

      Maintain logs of:

      • PSC inspections

      • Pre Vetting inspections (SIRE, RightShip)

      • Class/Flag audits

      Implement a document control system for:

      • SMS manuals

      • Training records

      • Safety drills

      • Risk assessments

      • Crew documentation

      Preparation for Port State Control (PSC) & Flag Inspections

      Pre-arrival checklist completion for PSC hotspots.

      • Provide PSC preparation briefings to onboard crew.

      • Analyze past PSC findings to eliminate root deficiencies

      • Coordinate corrective actions and close outs.

        Preparation for Port State Control (PSC) & Flag Inspections

        Regulatory Updates & Compliance Advisory

        Monitor IMO/ILO/Flag State circulars and regulatory changes

        • Update vessel documentation as per new rules.

        • Notify shipowner/crew of upcoming changes and compliance timelines.

        • Assist with document review and implementation guidance.

          Regulatory Updates & Compliance Advisory

          Manuals and Plans Approval

          Develop and maintain:

          • Safety Management Manual (SMM)

          • Ship Security Plan (SSP)

          • Garbage Management Plan

          • Ballast Water Management Plan

          • VOC Management Plan (tankers)

          Submit to Flag/Class for initial approval and subsequent amendments

          Ensure consistency between plans and onboard implementation

            Manuals and Plans Approval
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            Simplify Fleet Management

            Let us handle your certificates, audits, and compliance so you can focus on smooth operations.

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