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An official ISO definition: A boat with living accommodation, rented without skipper or crew, provided by a charter operator.
These new INTERNATIONAL standards set out the MINIMUM service levels and equipment requirements for bareboats offered for charter on inland, coastal and offshore waters and must be followed by operators to conform with the international standards and meet EU regulations.
ISO 20410 is a standard that provides guidelines for the safe and effective operation of bareboat charters, ensuring that both owners and charterers understand their respective responsibilities and obligations.
Not all charter boat businesses necessarily follow the ISO 20410 standards, although most reputable ones do, particularly those operating in international waters or in jurisdictions where these standards are required or strongly recommended, E.g. the Mediterranean, Caribbean islands and other tourist international sailing areas. The ISO 20410 standard is widely recognized in the maritime industry, but compliance with it depends on several factors:
While ISO 20410 is an important standard for bareboat charter businesses, compliance is not universal. Larger, internationally focused companies are more likely to comply with the standard, particularly in regions with strong regulatory frameworks. Smaller or local businesses may not always adhere to the ISO standard unless required by law, insurance, or customer demand.
If you’re considering a bareboat charter, it’s a good idea to ask the company directly whether they follow can verify they work to the ISO 20410 standards.
This will help ensure that you are dealing with a company that operates according to internationally recognized safety and operational guidelines.
To verify that a bareboat charter company is adhering to the best practices outlined in ISO 20410, they would typically need to go through a structured process of self-assessment, external auditing by and independent company.
This verification ensures that the company operates according to internationally recognized standards for bareboat charters, which helps guarantee safety, operational efficiency, and legal compliance. Here are the steps a charter company can take to verify they are working with best practices for ISO 20410:
The company can start by performing a self-assessment against the ISO 20410 standards to understand where they stand in relation to the required practices. This can be done by:
By performing an internal audit, the company can identify any gaps in its operations relative to the ISO 20410 best practices.
To comply with ISO 20410, all relevant personnel (from boat maintenance staff to management) should be properly trained in best practices for bareboat charter operations. Key staff members might include:
Training programs could include:
The most definitive way for a company to verify that it adheres to ISO 20410 is by seeking ISO a verification certificate from a third-party. This process ensures that the company knows and works to compliy with the standards and can claim to follow best practices.
The total financial cost to verify that a bareboat charter company knows and works to the ISO 20410 standards can range from 1,000 Eur for smaller operations to over 5,000 Eur for larger, more complex operations. The most significant factors influencing the cost include:
It’s important for businesses to factor in these costs as part of their investment strategy when aiming for ISO 20410 certification, as achieving and maintaining compliance can significantly enhance operational efficiency, safety, and reputation in the market.
Conclusion
IBCS-Anchored offers international bareboat charter operators the opportunity to meet the standards in an economical way, by following a few simple steps.
1: Obtain the Verified Standards Certificate by taking the online survey as part of the internal audit process.
2: Use the Best Practice Certificate and charter base “Managers Procedural Handbook” as the bases of the companies SOP (standard operating procedures) and developing a quality internal working system.
3: Work together with IBCS-Anchored to get the Business Invertors Certificate by having a third-party audit of the charter base and fleet to produce a working plan for the Continual Improvement of the company.
Yes, there are Business Investor Package available to help charter operations meet and match the new ISO 20410 International Standards. This package provides a a verified standards survey for base manager, resources in the best practice “Managers Procedural handbook” and expert guidance to ensure compliance with ISO 20410, improving operational efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction, while also supporting long-term business growth and investor confidence. By investing in the Verified Standards, Best Practice and the Business Investor certificate package the businesses can streamline their operations, maintain best practices, and achieve the ISO 20410 standards to stay competitive in the global bareboat charter market.
Yes, there is a Verification Survey and Best Practice Support Pack available to help a bareboat charter company achieve and verify compliance with ISO 20410 standards. These tools not only help companies understand where they stand in terms of compliance but also provide practical resources to improve their operations, train personnel, and implement industry best practices.
By using these resources, a charter company can ensure safety, consistency, and customer satisfaction while staying aligned with the highest international standards.
Yes, there are Business Investor Packages designed to help a bareboat charter operation meet and match the new ISO 20410 International Standards. These packages are typically tailored for businesses, investors, or companies aiming to either start a bareboat charter operation, expand their fleet, or ensure compliance with international standards like ISO 20410. These packages can provide the tools, resources, and expertise needed to guarantee that the business aligns with best practices for safety, vessel maintenance, legal requirements, and customer satisfaction.
Key Components of a Business Investor Package for ISO 20410 Compliance:
Yes, there are Business Investor Package available to help charter operations meet and match the new ISO 20410 International Standards. This package provides a a verified standards survey for base manager, resources in the best practice “Managers Procedural handbook” and expert guidance to ensure compliance with ISO 20410, improving operational efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction, while also supporting long-term business growth and investor confidence. By investing in the Verified Standards, Best Practice and the Business Investor certificate package the businesses can streamline their operations, maintain best practices, and achieve the ISO 20410 standards to stay competitive in the global bareboat charter market.
IBCS-Anchored works with International Bareboat Charter companies to verify they comply with the ISO 20410 standards and is committed to helping businesses achieve compliance and improving the industry for Broker agents and customers.