Maritime Consulting

Navigating Maritime Excellence with Confidence

At Fahmy Consulting, we bring decades of seagoing, offshore, and compliance experience to support shipowners, ports, and marine operators in achieving operational excellence, safety, and profitability.
We combine international standards — IMO, USCG, ISO, and OVMSA — with practical, hands-on insight to deliver systems that perform, not just comply.

From the bridge to the boardroom — we guide your maritime operations toward compliance, safety, and success.

Our Maritime Expertise

We provide comprehensive consulting and inspection services across the maritime and offshore industries, supporting both operational and commercial needs.

Core Areas:

  • ISM (International Safety Management) implementation
  • ISPS (International Ship and Port Facility Security) compliance
  • OVMSA (Offshore Vessel Management & Self-Assessment) advisory and audit support
  • Port and marina operations consulting
  • Maritime Safety Management Systems (SMS)
  • Environmental and sustainability compliance (MARPOL, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
  • Purchase and Charter Inspections & Consulting
  • Crew competency and training development
  • Risk assessment and emergency preparedness
  • Maritime project management and operational audits
Our Approach

We integrate technical maritime knowledge, management system methodology, and regulatory compliance into one cohesive framework — ensuring operational readiness and long-term reliability.

Our Methodology:

  • Assessment & Gap Analysis – Identify compliance and performance gaps using IMO, ISM, and OVMSA standards.
  • System Design – Build tailored safety, quality, and environmental management systems (SEMS).
  • Training & Implementation – Empower your crew and management to operate confidently and compliantly.
  • Audit & Verification – Conduct independent ISM/ISPS/OVMSA audits and pre-charter inspections.
  • Continuous Improvement – Develop KPIs and improvement plans aligned with OVMSA and TMSA maturity models.
  • We don’t just prepare you for inspections — we prepare you for sustainable performance.
Purchase & Charter Inspections and Consulting

Buying, chartering, or managing a vessel requires informed, independent evaluation.
Fahmy Consulting provides technical, operational, and regulatory inspections to protect your investment and ensure readiness for trade or charter deployment.

Our Inspection Services Include:

  • Pre-purchase condition surveys and due diligence
  • Charter-readiness and compliance verification
  • Documentation and certificate review (ISM, MARPOL, ILO MLC, Class, Flag)
  • Operational safety and equipment functionality inspections
  • Crew competency and procedural checks
  • Post-purchase integration and improvement planning
  • Independent inspection reports with recommendations and risk grading

Our inspections go beyond checklists — we provide strategic insight into vessel performance, compliance, and cost of ownership.

Offshore and Port Advisory
  • OVMSA Implementation & Self-Assessment
    Assist offshore operators in meeting and exceeding OVMSA expectations, from leadership engagement to operational control.
  • Maturity level benchmarking and KPI setup
  • Safety culture and assurance audits
  • Integration with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 systems
  • Marina and Port Operations Consulting
    Develop operational structures, staffing plans, and procedures compliant with IMO and local regulations.
  • Shipyard and Drydock Advisory
    Establish quality, safety, and environmental frameworks aligned with ISO and regulatory standards.
  • Emergency Preparedness & Risk Management
    Create drills, contingency plans, and crisis management protocols tailored to your operation size and scope.
Integrated Standards & Frameworks

Our maritime and offshore solutions align with leading international frameworks:

  • ISM Code – International Safety Management
  • ISPS Code – Ship & Port Facility Security
  • OVMSA / TMSA – Offshore & Tanker Vessel Self-Assessment
  • MARPOL – Marine Pollution Prevention
  • ILO MLC – Maritime Labour Convention
  • ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001 – Integrated QHSE management
  • IMO & Flag State Guidelines – Operational compliance and audit readiness
Industries & Clients We Serve
  • Shipowners & Operators
  • Offshore Supply & Support Vessel Operators
  • Shipyards & Drydock Facilities
  • Ports, Marinas, and Terminals
  • Charterers and Vessel Brokers
  • Yacht Management Firms
  • Oil & Gas and Energy Logistics Companies
Deliverables You Receive
  • Custom Maritime Safety & Environmental Management System (SEMS)
  • ISM / ISPS / OVMSA Compliance Documentation
  • Pre-Purchase & Charter Inspection Reports
  • Risk and Emergency Preparedness Plans
  • Audit and Continuous Improvement Reports
  • Crew Training & Competency Records
Why Choose Fahmy Consulting
  • Led by a Maritime Captain & Compliance Director with 25+ years of global experience
  • Expertise in ISO, IMO, and Offshore Vessel (OVMSA) compliance and auditing
  • Independent and transparent inspection reporting
  • Hands-on consulting adaptable to small operators and global fleets
  • Proven success across USA, GCC, and Asian markets
  • We understand vessels, regulations, and people — and we bring them all into alignment.