Consultancy Division
Strategic Insight. Commercial Clarity. Operational Confidence.
Strategic and commercial advisory services across the superyacht, maritime and corporate sectors—delivering practical guidance informed by three decades of operational experience. From business excellence to risk management and commercial development, our three-tier advisory model transforms complexity into confident, actionable solutions.
Comprehensive Advisory Services
The Consultancy Division bridges technical expertise with strategic foresight—delivering high-impact advisory services through three scalable service tiers and five specialized practice areas.
Led by professionals with decades of operational experience, the Consultancy Division combines strategic insight with practical expertise to deliver effective, solutions-focused advisory services.
Three-Tier Service Model
Operational Advisory
Foundation-level guidance for maritime professionals seeking expert insight on industry standards, best practices and professional development.
Key Services:
- Operational best practice guidance
- Professional development counsel
- Industry standards interpretation
- Regulatory compliance advisory (non-legal)
- Contract review (business perspective)
- Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
- Industry network facilitation
Ideal for: Captains and senior crew, maritime professionals, operational managers
Strategic Advisory
Mid-tier advisory for vessel owners, operators and management companies requiring strategic business counsel and operational optimization.
Key Services:
- Maritime business strategy development
- Operational excellence programs
- Fleet growth and scaling strategy
- Market positioning and competitive analysis
- Asset risk management frameworks
- Vendor and partner strategy
- Maritime organizational development
Ideal for: Superyacht owners, commercial vessel operators, yacht management companies, maritime businesses
Premium Advisory
Executive-level strategic counsel for UHNW individuals, family offices and corporate clients with complex maritime holdings.
Key Services:
- Dedicated UHNW strategic counsel
- Superyacht acquisition and fleet strategy
- Multi-jurisdictional operations optimization
- Complex stakeholder and family office coordination
- Crisis response and reputation management
- Maritime asset transition and succession planning
- Board and executive advisory
Ideal for: UHNW yacht owners, family offices, corporate executives, principals requiring sophisticated counsel
Specialized Practice Areas
Our advisory services are delivered across five specialized practice areas, available at the appropriate service tier based on client requirements and operational complexity.
Strategic Ownership & Governance Structuring
Optimize ownership models, governance frameworks and organizational structures for operational efficiency, privacy protection and long-term value.
Service Components:
- Strategic yacht ownership and governance structuring
- Seamless integration with existing wealth management and family office frameworks
- Non-legal advisory on flag state choices for operational and commercial advantages
- Comprehensive evaluation of ownership and operational risk factors
- Next-generation yacht ownership planning and transition strategies
Available in: Strategic Advisory and Premium Advisory tiers
Vessel Lifecycle Planning & Operational Optimization
Comprehensive planning across vessel lifecycle phases—from acquisition and build through operation, refit and eventual disposal.
Service Components:
- Comprehensive planning for build, refit, upgrade and disposal phases
- Advanced financial planning and cost-control frameworks
- Strategic crew planning and organizational design optimization
- Comparative analysis of yacht management company performance
- Comprehensive contingency planning and crisis response strategies
Available in: All three service tiers (scaled to complexity)
Global Market Analysis & Strategic Planning
Industry intelligence, market analysis and strategic planning services providing competitive advantage and informed decision-making.
Service Components:
- Comprehensive superyacht, maritime and corporate market analysis
- Detailed analysis of acquisition, refit and charter market opportunities
- Environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy development
- Strategic mapping of yards, brokers, family offices and regulators
- Long-term asset planning and value protection strategies
Available in: Strategic Advisory and Premium Advisory tiers
Non-Legal Compliance & Risk Management Frameworks
Operational compliance monitoring, risk management frameworks and safety culture development (non-legal advisory complementing our Legal and Compliance divisions).
Service Components:
- Non-legal compliance monitoring and reporting systems
- ISM/ISPS safety culture development and implementation support
- Environmental management and emissions-reduction planning
- Data protection and cyber-resilience strategies for maritime operations
- Independent audit and operational performance reviews
Available in: All three service tiers (scaled to complexity)
Owner's Representative & Project Management Services
Professional representation and project oversight for build, refit and operational projects requiring independent expertise and multi-stakeholder coordination.
Service Components:
- Professional representation for build and refit projects
- Expert coordination across yards, designers and surveyors
- Strategic vendor and supply chain management
- Independent oversight of charter operations and guest experience
- Regular briefings for boards and family offices
Available in: Strategic Advisory and Premium Advisory tiers
Why Strategic Advisory Matters
The maritime sector's complexity extends far beyond technical operations. Vessel ownership and management involve intricate commercial decisions, multi-jurisdictional regulatory navigation, stakeholder coordination, risk management and long-term strategic planning.
Many owners, operators and maritime professionals face these challenges without access to experienced, independent advisors who understand both the operational realities and commercial implications of maritime decisions.
Indo-Pacific Solutions' Consultancy Division provides the strategic insight, operational knowledge and commercial acumen to navigate these challenges with confidence.
Our Approach
Grounded in Operational Reality
Our advisors bring three decades of hands-on maritime experience—strategic advice informed by operational reality, not theoretical frameworks.
Independent and Objective
As an independent advisory practice, we provide unbiased counsel free from conflicts of interest—focused solely on client outcomes.
Commercially Aware
We understand the business of maritime operations—balancing operational excellence with commercial viability and financial sustainability.
Discreet and Confidential
All advisory relationships are conducted with utmost discretion, respecting client privacy and maintaining confidentiality.
Integrated with Legal and Compliance
Working seamlessly with our Legal and Compliance divisions, we ensure strategic advice is legally sound and compliance-aligned.
Globally Connected
Extensive industry networks across the Indo-Pacific, Europe, Americas and Middle East—providing market intelligence and facilitating key connections.
Who We Serve
UHNW Yacht Owners
Sophisticated strategic counsel for ultra-high-net-worth individuals with complex superyacht holdings.
Commercial Vessel Operators
Strategic advisory for commercial operators seeking operational optimization and business development.
Family Offices
Discreet advisory services for family offices managing maritime assets—integrating vessel operations with broader wealth management strategies.
Captains and Senior Crew
Professional development guidance, career strategy and operational advisory for maritime professionals.
Yacht Management Companies
Business strategy, operational excellence and organizational development advisory for management companies.
Maritime Professionals
Industry guidance and strategic counsel for brokers, surveyors, technical managers and maritime service providers.
Corporate Fleet Managers
Strategic planning and operational optimization for corporations operating vessel assets.
Engagement Models
The Consultancy Division operates under a transparent, commercial three-tier subscription model, available per project or as part of an integrated service package.
Subscription-Based Advisory
Monthly or annual subscriptions providing ongoing access to operational guidance and strategic counsel at the appropriate service tier.
Project-Based Engagements
One-time strategic projects addressing specific challenges—from acquisition strategy to operational audits.
Integrated Service Packages
Combined advisory across our Legal, Consultancy and Compliance divisions—comprehensive multidisciplinary solutions.
Custom Advisory Arrangements
Bespoke engagement structures designed for unique client requirements and operational complexity.
Ready for Strategic Advisory Services?
Contact our Consultancy Division for bespoke strategic and commercial advisory services.
Service Framework
Advisory services provided by Indo-Pacific Solutions' Consultancy Division are non-legal in nature and focus on strategic, commercial and operational guidance. The Consultancy Division manages risk through escalation of any legal questions to the Legal Division. If legal advice is required, clients will be referred to the Legal Division under appropriate professional standards.
Our Consultancy Division works in close coordination with our Legal and Compliance divisions to ensure every client receives comprehensive, integrated support addressing all dimensions of their maritime operations and strategic objectives.