Maritime Film Consultancy

Whether you are in the pre-production phase of making a movie or are currently filming and have come up against an issue, we have experienced staff available to help in all areas when your movie production heads to the water.

Over many years and as many productions, a few of which are listed below, our maritime film consultants have solved all manner of challenges for our clients. From locating suitable vessels and converting them for film use, to overcoming coding concerns and completing feasibility studies we can support you to get the scene you want in the most cost effective, safe and compliant way possible.

Examples of the areas we can assist you and your crew are as follows

• Confirmation of vessel status

• Passenger training

• Additional safety considerations

• Location topography at site

• Provision of marine plant and equipment

• Experienced marine personnel

• Regulatory compliance and liaison

• Vessel design and modification

• Stability assessment

• Structural strength evaluation

• Operational risk assessment

• H&S risk assessment

• Dry docking and vessel conversion/dressing

• Project management

• Feasibility studies

• Naval architecture

• Legal coding and compliance

• Vessel design, build, sourcing or conversion

• Consultancy, investigation and safety management.

During the process of filming we have the expertise to work on the following

• Small commercial vessels

• Vessels on the UK’s inland waters

• Vessels carrying more than 12 passengers

• Large ships used as film sets

• Vessels going to sea that have no certification

• Supervising building of bespoke vessels from scratch

Maritime Services International have established relationships with the MCA to assist the process of achieving legal compliance in unusual circumstances. We employ a team of independent maritime film consultants and can offer a vast array of help and advice on any marine challenge you may face.

Please contact us for more information or to discuss your individual requirements.