IBA Yacht Course

Following our VIP Yacht security courses in Greece, Russia, Norway, Italy, Malta and Thailand we are again organising this course to include, immersion in matters maritime, nautical and related areas of Maritime Security including counter piracy. The course covers yacht security protocols, underwater.
The VIP Bodyguard Yacht course provides a review of the history of maritime terrorism, crime and piracy with a view towards identifying relevant trends in the industry. It will also familiarise the trainee with the types of security equipment and systems that are currently in use. It focuses on the characteristics and potential effects of prohibited weapons and explosives, exploring the appropriate actions and protocols to be taken in the event of a bomb threat, explosion, hijacking and piracy or other similar events Bodyguard Yacht & Maritime Security.

  • Methods of Transport for VIP Principals and their families
  • Yachts &Yachting Centres
  • History & development of Super Yachts
  • Harbours & marinas & anchorages (Berth vs. Port vs. Open Water)
  • Marina Facilities
  • Gangways and Access Control Points for Vessel
  • The Hard, Lifts, Hoists and Out of the Water
  • MV Blue Marlin
  • Charter vs. Ownership
  • Yacht types, tonnage and size
  • Crew numbers and functions
  • SSO and Security protocols on the vessel
  • IMO requirements
  • Bodyguard/CPO duties onshore and on board
  • Protective Escort Priorities (Maritime)
  • Conflict management
  • Medic packs
  • Assassinations at Sea Review
  • Paparazzi problems and solutions
  • Search for Electronic Surveillance Devices and Tracking Devices
  • Interior search of bulkheads and structures
  • Interior search for improvised explosive devices(IEDs)
  • Review of dedicated Vessel Explosive devices (SPM/KZU2)
  • Underwater search & preparation for hull search and safety measures
  • Underwater search camera
  • Sabotage and fouled inlets and mechanical equipment
  • Free Dive, Snorkel, Scuba, Hookah
  • Piracy and counter piracy
  • International Maritime Bureau (IMB Piracy Centre) Malaysia