INDEPENDENT MARINE ASSURANCE

Flag, class and RO change

End-to-end support for switching to competitive flags, classification societies and ROs, from planning to the analysis of the best options and the finalisation of the transfer.

Scope of the service

Changing flag, class or RO is not only a matter of cost: it affects statutory compliance, certification, operational timing and the vessel's reputation. The service covers the whole transition, from the first assessment to the final signature.

  • Review of the current situation and operational objectives
  • Comparison of competitive flags, class societies and ROs
  • Management of the Transfer of Class (TOC)
  • Alignment of statutory certificates
  • Coordination between outgoing and incoming registry

When this service helps

Useful when considering a re-flagging, a change of classification society or of RO for reasons of cost, service or performance, for a single vessel or a full fleet.

How the service is delivered

01 · PlanningThe vessel's current situation, operational objectives and constraints are reviewed before starting the transition.
02 · Analysis of the best optionsFlags, class societies and ROs are compared on real costs, statutory requirements and PSC performance to identify the best fit.
03 · FinalisationManagement of the Transfer of Class, alignment of statutory certificates and coordination between outgoing and incoming registry, with no operational interruption.

What you receive

A clean, documented and defensible transition: comparative analysis of the options, transition plan, transfer management and continuity of statutory certificates, with no operational interruption.

Multiple vessels and fleets

Dedicated terms and preferential rates for multiple vessels and full-fleet transfers.