Your vessel, the right register
Most yacht owners do not register vessels every day. Flag state rules, ownership eligibility, and document requirements are not things you need to know, they are things we know for you. We have been doing this for over ten years, across all major European ship registers.
We start by understanding your situation: where you are based, where you plan to sail, how the vessel is owned, and whether you ever intend to charter. Based on that, we give you a straightforward overview of which flag states are the best fit and why, without jargon, without pushing a particular option.
Once you have decided, we handle everything. Documents, liaising with the flag state authority, follow-up, all of it. You hear from us when there is something to report, and we are available by phone when you have questions.
What we take care of for you
- Clear advice on the most suitable flag state for your vessel and situation
- Assessment of ownership eligibility, before you encounter any surprises
- A plain-language checklist of the documents you need to gather
- Complete preparation and submission of the registration application
- All communication with the flag state authority on your behalf
- Follow-up through to receipt of your certificate of registry
- Referral to tax or legal specialists where registration touches on those areas
How the registration process works
Four clear steps. No surprises along the way.
Initial advice
We talk through your vessel, where you are based, where you intend to sail, and whether commercial use is on the table. You get an honest overview of the most suitable flag states for your situation, with clear reasons for each.
Document preparation
We draw up a clear checklist of exactly what is needed – no more, no less – and guide you through obtaining anything that still needs to be arranged. Most people find this easier than they expected.
Submission and follow-up
We submit your application and handle all contact with the flag state authority from that point. You do not need to chase anyone or navigate foreign bureaucracy, that is our job.
Certificate of registry
Your vessel is registered and you receive the official certificate of registry. We keep you informed at every stage so there are no unwanted surprises.
In which flag states can we register your vessel?
We mainly register with European flag states, these are well regarded internationally and offer a stable regulatory framework. Below is an overview of the registers we work with.
EU ship registers are mutually recognised across member states and offer strong legal protection for owners. Each has its own character, some are better suited to private pleasure craft, others to commercial operation.
Outside the EU, a number of European registers are well established and internationally accepted. These can be attractive options depending on ownership structure and intended sailing area.
By the numbers
9/10
Client satisfaction score, ten years in a row
10+
Years specialising exclusively in yacht registration
ISO 9001
Certified – one of the only specialists in the EU
15+
European ship registers covered
Why come to us?
We are not a large agency with a general maritime offering. Vessel registration is all we do. That focus means you get genuine expertise, not someone looking it up as they go.
Objective advice
We have no financial relationship with any flag state authority. Our advice is based solely on what suits your vessel and your situation, nothing else.
You reach a person, not a service desk
You call and Boudewijn answers, or calls you back promptly. No call centres, no ticketing systems. If you have a question or something comes up during your registration, you can simply pick up the phone.
Your data is handled with care
Registration requires sharing personal information and ownership documents. All of it is handled in strict accordance with GDPR — stored securely, used only for your registration, and never passed on to third parties or used commercially.
ISO 9001 certified
Our processes meet ISO 9001 quality management standards. That means consistent, well-documented procedures — and fewer surprises for you.
If one option is not available, we find another
Sometimes a preferred flag state is not immediately accessible, due to ownership nationality, residency, or vessel type. We know where the routes are and will find a workable solution rather than simply telling you it cannot be done.
We refer you to the right specialist when needed
Registration can brush up against tax questions, ownership structures, and legal matters. We are open about what falls outside our scope and have a close network of specialists , lawyers, fiscal advisers, we can refer you to or involve directly.
Questions people often ask us
These are the things most private owners want to know before they get in touch. If your question is not here, just give us a call or drop a note, we are happy to talk it through.
Got a vessel to register? Let us start with a conversation.
There is no obligation and no intake form. Just call or send a short message describing your situation, vessel type, where you are based, and what you are looking to do. We will come back to you directly with an honest first assessment.