Maritime Technical Services

Specializing in U.S. Coast Guard regulatory compliance, vessel safety systems, and maritime engineering, Maritime Technical Services has built a reputation as a trusted technical consulting firm serving commercial vessel operators, shipyards, and government agencies across the United States and internationally. Founded in 2008, the company began by delivering specialized training programs for U.S. Coast Guard personnel before expanding into full-spectrum maritime compliance management and engineering services. Their early success includes helping a client avoid over $12 million in unnecessary capital expenditures through targeted engineering analysis and precise regulatory interpretation—a testament to the value of their deep regulatory expertise.

With more than 40 years of combined experience interpreting and applying U.S. and international maritime regulations, Maritime Technical Services provides comprehensive support across all phases of a vessel's lifecycle. Their services include detailed inspection and assessment of wooden and FRP composite small passenger vessels, plan review and new construction oversight, electrical system design, and historic vessel preservation and scoping studies. The team specializes in automation and machinery space manning solutions, including Unmanned Machinery Space (UMS), Machinery Alarms and Monitoring Systems (MAMS), and the development of Periodic Safety Test Procedures (PSTP). For more than 16 years, they have prepared GAP Analysis Documents and PSTPs for American-flag vessels operating under the Maritime Security Program (MSP), Alternative Compliance Program (ACP), and other regulatory frameworks, working with tankers, ro-ros, small passenger vessels, and government-owned ships.

Maritime Technical Services has maintained an ongoing training contract with the U.S. Coast Guard since 2012, providing advanced instruction for Marine Inspectors and inspection personnel nationwide. This relationship underscores their standing as subject matter experts in vessel inspection, regulatory interpretation, and compliance strategy. In 2017, the company expanded its educational reach by providing advanced FRP composite training to the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) as part of its Surveyor Continuing Education Program, further solidifying their influence within the international classification and inspection community.

Their service portfolio extends to regulatory audits, gap analyses, Certificate of Inspection (COI) restoration planning, and litigation support with expert witness services. This combination of engineering capability, regulatory knowledge, and practical operational insight allows Maritime Technical Services to deliver solutions that enhance safety, reduce costs, and ensure full compliance with Coast Guard expectations and classification society requirements. Whether addressing fire and safety plan development, electrical system compliance, or small passenger vessel certification, the firm brings a pragmatic, results-oriented approach to complex maritime challenges.

Operating from California and serving clients throughout the United States and abroad, Maritime Technical Services continues to bridge the gap between maritime regulation and real-world application. Their work supports vessel owners seeking to maintain operational efficiency while meeting stringent safety and environmental standards. As regulatory frameworks evolve and vessel technology advances, the firm remains positioned as a key resource for commercial operators navigating the intersection of compliance, engineering, and vessel performance.