Know you’re compliant
before an inspector does
ClearToSail gives yacht captains and owners instant visibility into crew currency, certifications
and compliance risk - without spreadsheets, guesswork, or last-minute panic.
One Expired Document Can:
1. Ground Your Yacht
A single missing or expired certificate can legally stop operations immediately.
2. Void Insurance
Non-compliance can invalidate cover at the exact moment you need it.
3. Fail Port State Control
Inspectors will not accept explanations - only valid documentation.
4. Cancel a Charter
Charters can be cancelled on the spot due to crew non-compliance.
And 5. Damage your reputation as captain! Compliance failures reflect
directly on command and professionalism.
*That’s not compliance. That’s hope.
...Yet most crews still rely on:
1. Spreadsheets
Manually updated, easy to miss, and rarely trusted under pressure.
2. Calendar reminders
Dates without context — no indication of real operational risk.
3. Emails and PDFs
Documents scattered across inboxes, folders, and devices.
4. Memory
Works until it doesn’t — usually at the worst possible time.
*Compliance isn’t about tracking dates.
It’s about avoiding consequences.
One Dashboard. Total Clarity.
ClearToSail continuously answers one critical question:
“Is this yacht legally compliant right now — and what will break next?”
At a glance, you’ll see:
✅ What’s valid - ⚠️ What’s becoming a risk - ❌ What will cause a problem.
No digging. No scrambling.
How it works
(3 steps)
Just follow these simple steps:
01
Add Yacht
Set Up Your Yacht
Add flag, size, operation type, and area of operation.
Add Crew & Credentials
Licenses, STCW, medicals, endorsements — all in one place.
02
Add Crew
03
Add Yacht Certifications
Stay Ahead of Risk
ClearToSail monitors expiry timelines and highlights real operational consequences, not just dates.
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⚓ Key Benefits — Built for Captains
Inspection-ready at all times
Every crew credential is organised, current, and instantly accessible, so you’re
prepared for inspections without last-minute scrambling.
No surprise groundings
ClearToSail highlights upcoming risks before they become operational problems, helping
you avoid preventable delays or enforced downtime.
Audit-friendly reports
Generate clean, inspector - ready compliance reports in seconds - no hunting
through emails, folders, or spreadsheets.
Peace of mind for captains
Know exactly where you stand at any moment, with clear visibility
into what’s valid, what’s expiring, and what needs attention.
Confidence for owners
Owners gain transparent, read-only insight into compliance status, reinforcing
trust without interfering with day-to-day operations.
*ClearToSail replaces uncertainty with clarity — before problems surface.
WHO IT’S FOR
Commercial yachts
Designed for vessels operating under commercial regulations, where
crew compliance directly impacts inspections, insurance, and charter operations.
Private yachts over 24m
Built for larger private yachts subject to increased scrutiny, flag requirements
and professional crew standards.
Captains & senior crew
For those responsible for safe operation, inspection readiness, and ensuring every
crew member meets regulatory requirements.
Yacht managers
Provides clear, fleet-wide visibility into crew compliance without chasing documents
or relying on manual updates.
Owner-operators
Offers confidence and transparency, ensuring the yacht remains
compliant without micromanaging the crew.
*ClearToSail supports everyone responsible for keeping a yacht
compliant, operational, and ready to sail.
Built by a Captain Who’s Been Accountable on Board
ClearToSail wasn’t designed in an office or imagined from the outside.
It was built by Alex Venieris — a maritime captain who has
lived the realities of compliance at sea.
I’ve:
1. Passed inspections
Prepared for Port State Control, flag audits, and inspections where explanations
don’t matter — only valid documentation does.
2. Managed professional crews
Tracked licenses, medicals, STCW, and endorsements across rotating crews
changing flags, and tight timelines.
3. Worked directly with flags and insurers
Dealt with flag states, surveyors, and insurers, where compliance
is contractual and non-negotiable.
4. Felt the pressure
The pressure of knowing that one overlooked document can ground a yacht
cancel a charter, or put your professional reputation at risk.
ClearToSail exists because spreadsheets, calendar reminders, and inbox searches
are not good enough when you’re the one accountable.
This isn’t generic SaaS.
It’s insider software - built by a captain, for captains.
— Alex Venieris, Founder & Captain
Stop guessing. Start knowing
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Why ClearToSail Is Different
Most platforms try to manage everything. ClearToSail focuses on what matters most: crew compliance clarity and inspection readiness.
| Feature | ClearToSail | Sealogical | Yachtcru | Generic Crew Tools |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crew certificate expiry tracking | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Inspection-ready compliance dashboard | ✓ | Partial | Partial | — |
| Compliance risk indicators (Green / Amber / Red) | ✓ | Partial | Partial | — |
| Inspection-ready PDF compliance reports | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Partial |
| Alerts triggered by operational risk (not spam) | ✓ | Partial | Partial | Partial |
| Built specifically for yacht inspections | ✓ | Partial | Partial | — |
| Designed primarily for captains | ✓ | Partial | Partial | — |
| Low admin overhead / fast setup | ✓ | — | — | Partial |
Captains and senior crew use many tools — but most are broad management platforms.
ClearToSail is built specifically to give you clear visibility into crew compliance risk and inspection readiness
without distraction or excessive admin.
Choose the Level of Operational Clarity You Need
Flexible access to compliance visibility, built around real onboard workflows.
STARTER
$49
PER MONTH
Essential compliance tracking for single yacht operations
1 yacht
Up to 5 crew members
Credential tracking
Compliance dashboard
Email alerts
PDF compliance report
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PROFESSIONAL
$127
PER MONTH
Advanced compliance for professional yacht management
3 yachts
Unlimited crew
Credential tracking
Compliance dashboard
Email alerts
PDF compliance report
Risk timelines
Consequence-based alerts
Audit-ready reports
Owner read-only access
FLEET / MANAGEMENT
CUSTOM
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Enterprise-grade compliance for fleet operators
Multiple yachts
Unlimited crew
Centralized compliance view
Manager dashboards
Escalation alerts
Priority support
Custom integrations
Dedicated account manager
Testimonials From Our Clients
Captain - 50m Commercial Yacht
"ClearToSail gives me a clear picture of crew compliance at a glance. No chasing documents, no last-minute surprises before inspections. It’s exactly the system I wish I’d had years ago.”
Yacht Manager - Multi-Yacht Operation
"We manage multiple yachts and crew rotations. ClearToSail makes compliance status instantly clear without relying on spreadsheets or emails. It saves time and removes uncertainty.”
Owner’s Representative - Private Yacht
"As an owner’s representative, visibility matters. ClearToSail gives confidence that the yacht is compliant without interfering in daily operations. It’s simple, clear, and professional.”
❓ Questions & Answers
ClearToSail helps captains and yacht managers avoid compliance failures caused by expired or missing crew credentials. It provides clear visibility into what is valid, what is expiring, and what creates real operational risk — before inspections, charters, or incidents occur.
Spreadsheets and calendar alerts track dates only. ClearToSail tracks consequences. It shows how an expiring credential affects inspections, insurance, and operations, and alerts you only when action is required.
No. ClearToSail is designed for commercial yachts and private yachts over 24m where professional crew standards, inspections, and flag requirements apply.
ClearToSail generates clean, audit-ready reports designed to support inspections. Final acceptance always rests with the inspecting authority, but ClearToSail ensures you are properly prepared with organised and current documentation.
Yes. Owners can be given read-only access, allowing them to see compliance status without interfering in day-to-day crew management.
No. Alerts are sent only when a credential changes status — for example, from valid to upcoming risk, or from upcoming risk to critical. No repeated or noisy reminders.
Initial setup is straightforward. Upload crew credentials, assign expiry dates, and ClearToSail begins tracking immediately. Most yachts can be operational within a short time.
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Yes. Crew data and documents are stored securely, with controlled access and role-based visibility. Owners see only what they are permitted to see.
Yes. ClearToSail supports single yachts as well as multi-yacht operations and management companies.
No. ClearToSail supports professionals — it does not replace them. It provides clarity, structure, and visibility to make compliance management more reliable.
ClearToSail was built by Alex Venieris, a maritime captain who has managed crews, passed inspections, worked with flags and insurers, and experienced firsthand the pressure of compliance responsibility.
No. ClearToSail is an operational support tool. It does not provide legal advice or override flag, insurance, or regulatory requirements.
Yes. You can start with a subscription tier suited to your operation and evaluate it in real conditions before scaling.
ClearToSail exists to reduce uncertainty - not add
another system to manage.
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ClearToSail helps captains, owners, and yacht managers maintain crew compliance with clarity, visibility, and confidence across yacht operations.
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