
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

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


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.

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.

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


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