General Assessment

Burgess reviews the yacht’s history and current status, providing the owner and captain with next steps required to achieve their goals.

The key activities provided are as follows:

Assessment of yacht construction, specifications, and history
Verification of flag state and classification compliance history
Review of insurance history for past claims and coverage adequacy
Verification of certificates, plans, and drawings to ensure validity and compliance
Review of on board documentation, logbooks, and publications
Evaluation of navigation, communication, and entertainment systems for operational status
Review of safety, life-saving, and medical equipment
Verification of crew qualifications, experience, and employment status
Assessment of Planned Maintenance System (PMS) and history
Review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Emergency Response Plans

Ensure compliance, safety, and operational efficiency with our expert yacht assessment service.

Yacht Support Services

Discover the Burgess difference

Burgess has deep experience in solving problems, improving efficiency, and supporting yachts of all sizes – including those under 500GT. With our new Yacht Support Services resource, you can tap into that expertise whenever you need it. Whether it’s day-to-day operational advice or expert support, our specialists are just a call away. Burgess is on your side – with trusted guidance, a transparent fee structure, and a commitment to making yachting simpler, safer, and more enjoyable for you.

World class expertise on your terms

You can have Burgess experts on the phone – for the best support and advice when you need it. Burgess is on your side, from using our knowledge to anticipate risks and liabilities, choose the services that you want and pay only for what you use. It’s world-class support, on your terms.

Support available in crew services and finance

We can source and recruit crew, ensure compliance with relevant legislation and provide training. We can also manage payroll and offer advice. Financially we can set up bank accounts, sort the credit cards, upskill in Sage systems and provide a dedicated Burgess accountant.

All aspects of operation

From comprehensive crew recruitment and trusted financial services to cloud-based document handling, regulatory guidance, insurance, yacht assessments, and advanced maintenance planning, we provide seamless, expert support across every aspect of yacht ownership.

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