Superyacht Risk Management
Owning or managing a superyacht is as much about freedom as it is about responsibility. These vessels are not symbols of status but the pinnacle of engineering, technology, and personal exploration. As the superyachts travel further off the coast to more remote destinations, however, they encounter new and ever-evolving risks. Securewest International steps in to meet that need, offering discreet, world-class security that ensures every voyage is safe, compliant, and hassle-free.
Why Superyachts Need Dedicated Security
Superyachts face a specific security context to deal with compared to commercial vessels. They might host VIP guests, valuable assets, and scarce onboard security equipment. In such a context, minor incidents, from unauthorised boarding to cyber attacks, have the potential to spiral rapidly out of control unless addressed by professionals.
At Securewest, we know that owners, guests, crew, and vessel protection is something more than maritime convention. Our superyacht security service is founded on valuing luxury operations, tailored safety, discretion, and adaptability. Where superyacht cruising regions are expanding in the Indian Ocean, Red Sea, and West Africa, our intelligence-based service offers real-time awareness, confidence, and command.
24/7 SSAS Alert Response for Superyachts
When an alert is triggered, timing is everything. Securewest’s Global Response Centre operates around the clock to provide immediate action when needed most. Through continuous monitoring and direct coordination with flag state authorities, owners and captains know they’re never alone at sea.
Our Ship Security Alert System (SSAS) monitoring is fully compliant with SOLAS requirements and is tailored to interface harmoniously with your onboard procedures. In the event of an incident, either a piracy issue, unauthorised approach, or onboard emergency, our operators alert designated contacts within minutes, in accordance with pre-arranged protocols for swift and proportionate action.
This level of vigilance ensures that superyacht operations, whether crossing open waters or anchored in remote bays, are supported by an invisible safety net 24 hours a day. Learn more about our Maritime Security Services and how we help vessels maintain compliance and peace of mind worldwide.
Maritime Threat Assessments for Yachting Destinations
No two voyages are the same, and no two threats are either. Securewest’s experienced analysts deliver in-depth, voyage-specific threat intelligence to the superyacht sector. Before each voyage, our experts develop tailored reports outlining maritime conditions, local threat levels, and local advisories for each port of call.
Whatever cruising you happen to be doing in the Mediterranean, island-hopping in the Caribbean, or venturing off the beaten path, we provide the insider view. Our superyacht maritime security appraisals combine intelligence from trusted worldwide sources and on-the-ground contacts to allow captains and owners to make informed decisions without throwing life aboard into disarray.
Land-Based Threat Assessments
Security does not cease when you moor up. Shore-based excursions, transfers, and inshore overnight stops all pose their own issues. Securewest provides comprehensive risk assessments for marinas, anchorages, and associated land-based infrastructure, from operational offices to crew accommodation.
We take every aspect into consideration, from port-of-call operations and country political stability to travel bookings and crime patterns in the area. These can be merged seamlessly into our Travel Risk Intelligence platform too, giving owners and managers a complete picture of safety both on and off the seas.
By integrating maritime and land-based intelligence, Securewest looks after every stage of your journey with precision, foresight, and attention to detail.
Offshore & Specialist Assessments
Our superyacht security solution is more than the basics. We integrate technology, human skill, and intelligence into a unified security plan that coordinates each facet of your operation. From vessel hardening and anti-piracy training to real-time intelligence briefing and in-vessel emergency training, we take all corners into account.
Each client receives a tailored security plan built around their vessel’s schedule, crew demographics, and operational profile. Services include:
- 24/7 SSAS alert response and coordination
- Threat and route intelligence reports
- Port and marina security assessments
- Training and awareness of the crew
- Crisis response planning and drills
Each of these is combined to provide preventative and responsive security for superyacht operations. The result? Owner confidence and calm for crews, wherever they operate.
Why Choose Securewest for Superyacht Security
As an international superyacht security company, Securewest has built its reputation on professionalism, discretion, and a deep respect for maritime environments. With over 30 years of operating history, our personnel have supported vessels and crews in all major maritime areas, from the Gulf of Aden to the South Pacific.
What sets us apart is our high-end capability paired with personal service. Each engagement is serviced by experts who are sensitive to the needs of high-net-worth clients, so all interactions are treated with courtesy, confidentiality, and expertise. Whether you need advice on a superyacht security system or a complete operational review, we deliver solutions that are practical, compliant, and scalable.
Our credentials are:
- ISPS-qualified assessors and compliance experts
- Fully accredited SSAS monitoring service
- 24/7 Global Response Centre
- Track record across commercial, private, and government sectors
- Bespoke consultancy for complex itineraries and sensitive operations
For Securewest, superyachts’ safety and security isn’t just about protection, it’s peace of mind.
Protect Your Superyacht with Expert Risk Management
Every yacht has something to tell, of craftsmanship, of journey, of the individuals who make each trip unforgettable. Keeping that story intact requires vision, it requires perseverance, and the right partner. Securewest unites global reach with local expertise to secure your craft, wherever your journey takes you.
Our expertise spans mega yacht security, private yacht security, and super yacht security, each tailored to meet our clients’ expectations and standards of privacy. We work in close liaison with captains, managers, and family offices so that all the conditions of safety and compliance are fulfilled without intruding on the onboard experience.
When. You’re not just choosing a chain of superyacht security services when you choose Securewest, you’re acquiring an established partner dedicated to your peace of mind as much as to your safety. We’re proud to be among the world’s most renowned yacht security companies, setting standards for discretion, reliability, and expertise.
Contact Our Superyacht Security Specialists
Wherever your next cruise is going to take you, Securewest is there to help. From initial consultation to voyage monitoring and beyond, our experts offer the reassurance that comes from decades of proven maritime excellence.
Discover how our superyacht security service can safeguard your vessel, passengers, and crew, without limiting the freedom of spirit that is so characteristic of yachting.
Speak with our Superyacht Security team today regarding an assessment or discuss a tailored risk management plan.
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Case study
Chemical Tanker Maritime Security Solution
The world’s largest chemical tanker operating in the Gulf of Guinea contacted Securewest to provide maritime security. Our client was looking for a credible deterrent to piracy attacks both on approach and departure from Lagos, Nigeria, with personnel and equipment that met global maritime standards.
Upcoming Events
2025 Spinnaker Maritime People & Culture Conference
14 & 15 MAY, 2025
Securewest International is proud to be attending the Maritime People & Culture Conference 2025, a key event for maritime HR and crewing professionals. Our Head of Operations, Connor Hunter, will be representing Securewest as part of the expert speaker line-up.
Seawork 2025: The European Commercial Marine & Workboat Exhibition
10 – 12 JUNE, 2025
Securewest International will be participating in Seawork 2025, Europe’s leading commercial marine and workboat exhibition. The event brings together key players from across the maritime industry for three days of networking, innovation, and insight.