YACHT MANAGEMENT
YOUR SEAMLESS OWNERSHIP EXPERIENCE
OUR PHILOSOPHY
At Swisspath Yachting, we make yacht ownership feel like what it should be: freedom, not complexity.
From owning structure setup to registration advisory, operations to legal compliance and crew management to financial services, our boutique approach ensures every decision supports both your lifestyle and your long-term goals.
Being part of a trusted Swiss family office with a global network, allows our service transcends traditional yacht management, bringing the precision and discipline of Swiss private client services into the world of yachting—offering discreet, intelligent, and financially sound solutions.
WHY OWNERS TURN TO US
- Dedicated Service -A single point of contact who understands your yacht and how it fits within your wider lifestyle and objectives.
- Trusted Oversight - We bring financial discipline, strategic foresight, and full transparency to ensure smooth, sustainable operations.
- Discretion as Standard - Rooted in Swiss private client values, we align yachting with your broader lifestyle, quietly and compliantly.
- Crew without the Complexity - We handle recruitment, contracts, payroll and retention, delivering consistency and professionalism on board.
- Asset-Driven Approach - Whether private or commercial, we manage your yacht as a high-value asset, optimised, protected and efficiant.
WHAT WE DELIVER
- OPERATIONS & LOGISTICS
- Assist the Captain in seasonal planning and oversee daily operations
- Secure comprehensive marine and crew insurance at competitive terms
- Negotiation and handling of all vendor contracts, subscriptions, and logistics
- Coordinate with maritime agents globally, whenever needed
- FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
- Create, monitor and review annual and seasonal budgets
- Utilize yacht-specific accounting software with linked crew debit cards for real-time expense tracking
- Challenging of quotes, invoices and processing payments
- Provide monthly budget summaries with variance analysis metrics
- COMPLIANCE SERVICES
- Monitoring of statutory vessel certification and ensure ongoing compliance and timely renewals
- Provision and implementation of a digital Safety Management System on board in compliance the ISM / Mini ISM / Under 24m code as required
- Ensuring at the outset and monitoring on an ongoing basis that the yacht complies with the requirements the ISPS code
- Appointment of Designated Person Ashore and Company Security Officer
- 24/7 Emergency support
- TECHNICAL SERVICES
- Fully custom built digital Planned Maintenance System to ensuring ongoing routine maintenance of equipment, machinery and systems on board
- Assisting crew with parts sourcing and inventory management
- Liaising with classification society and Flag State on technical and regulatory issues
- Assisting in selecting and conducting yard and contractor(s) tendering, negotiating and appointing for dry docking, repairs, modifications and maintenance
- CREW EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
- Off-shore payroll administration
- Drafting and issuing of MLC compliant Seafarer's Employment Agreements
- Monitoring of Flag State regulation and relevant legislation and applying changes accordingly
- Overseeing recruitment processes including checking of seafarer certification and background checks
- Administer employment related queries
- Dispute mediation
More Than Management—It’s Partnership
Swisspath Yachting is part of the Swisspath Group, a Zurich-based family office with decades of experience supporting high-net-worth individuals and families. Our integrated approach bridges the worlds of wealth management and yachting, ensuring your vessel is not just well-run—but fully aligned with your life strategy
We don’t just manage yachts. We simplify ownership, enhance enjoyment, and protect your investment.