On-Board Security Escort Services

Our in 1996 founded private security company since 2005 has been offering owners, managers and operators of private and commercial yachts a variety of options for effective protection and security measures against the activities of criminal groups at sea and land through armed escort services, consultancy and crew trainings.

As a result, we have established within our company the MARITIME SECURITY DIVISION and founded the dedicated i.b.s.® M.R.U. Maritime Response Unit.

This unit consists of male and female specialists with expert knowledge in the field of anti-piracy and anti-terrorism-related issues with a former Military and Police special or specialized unit backround.

i.b.s.® M.R.U.´s discreet on-board protection services are provided in an unobtrusive manner while cooperating with the yacht´s captain and crew to have in mind the demands of the yacht owner’s itinerary. Our premium security standards allow owners, their families and guests to follow their travel itinerary in complete peace of mind and to know that their own personal safety and protection of value assets are being well taken care of.

Our comprehensive on-board security services goes more in depth as we also provide diving support to yacht owners, managers and operators. We execute this by developing and implementing tailor-made underwater security programs for our clients, which includes most modern underwater video surveillance and diver detection systems (DDS).

But not limited to this, we offering in addition during and before any voyage a fully risk assessed tailor made solution portfolio and enable yourself as owner, manager or operator of yachts to choose the best fitting security package by being ensured through our comprehensive consultancy services

At this stage we would also like to take the opportunity to point out that, in line with the international requirements for PCASP (Privately Contracted Armed Security Personnel), i.b.s.® possesses indemnity insurance cover of EUR 5,000,000, which also specifically includes armed maritime operations.

Furthermore our company is still certified by DNV-GL (formerly known as the Germanischer Lloyd) according to the ISO 9001:2015 standard for international armed security services including maritime security, consultancy and training.

Crew Training

Crew Training

To ensure that your crew is well instructed, prepared and ready to act in a manner that the hazardous situation may require before or during an incident.

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Consultancy Services including Incident Rehearsals

Consultancy Services

To prepare all the individuals on board in advance for the planned voyage against organized crime and terrorism at sea.

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Port and Marina Risk Assessments

Port and Marina Risk Assessment

To evaluate whether the ports and land destinations of your intended visit carry any hazards to yourself, your family, guests or crew.

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Risk Assessments for Superyachts

Risk Assessments for Superyachts

To ensure that your implemented security measures and systems are right in place, up to date and fit the specific requirements of your superyacht.

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On-board Security Escort Services

On-board Security Escort Services

To protect all the individuals on board as well as your high-value assets against organized crime (piracy) and similar acts (armed robbery) at sea.

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Executive Protection Management

Executive Protection Management

To enable yourself, your family and guests to enjoy a well-earned lifestyle under the circumstances of the highest level of security where you may feel safe and secure.

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Safe Haven

Safe Haven

To provide privacy and protection off-board for your affiliates and assets while on anchorage or just afloat.

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Technical Solutions

Technical Solutions

To ensure the implementation of tailored to the needs designed technical surveillance and detection systems in your security concept.

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24 Hours Operations Centre

24 Hours Operations Centre

To keep you, your affiliates and assets safe by a round-a-clock supervision and counseling from ashore.

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Memberships & Partners

Professional Yachting Association
i.b.s. Superyachtsecurity Main
i.b.s. Superyachtsecurity France
[Translate to US:] i.b.s. International Operative Services
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i.b.s. Superyachtsecurity United Arab Emirates