Yacht Compliance, Safety & Liability: What Owners and Captains Get Wrong | Captain’s Chat

Yacht compliance is not optional — and it is never just paperwork. In this episode of Captain’s Chat, Captain Liam Devlin sits down with Captain Wendy Clark, Founder of Plumeria Marine, to unpack the compliance failures that quietly shut down charter programs, expose owners to liability, and put crew at risk. With extensive experience across inspected vessels, charter operations, and marine management, Wendy explains why US Coast Guard compliance is black and white — and why misunderstanding that reality costs owners months of revenue and credibility. This conversation goes beyond theory, covering real-world scenarios involving charter shutdowns, delivery risks, crew safety, environmental responsibility, and the human factor behind most onboard incidents. This episode is essential listening for captains, owners, brokers, managers, and crew who understand that safety, compliance, and leadership are inseparable at sea. What you’ll learn Why US Coast Guard compliance leaves zero room for interpretation The paperwork mistakes that can instantly stop charter operations How cutting corners on deliveries creates serious liability exposure Why safety culture must be built before inspections, not after The human factor behind most maritime incidents How compliance protects crew, owners, and the marine environment Guest Captain Wendy Clark  Founder, Plumeria Marine  🌐 https://www.plumeriamarine.com Host Captain Liam Devlin  Motor Yacht Unbridled  🌊 https://yachtunbridled.com Explore more YIR shows and features https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com Sponsorship & Partnerships Captain’s Chat sponsorship opportunities are available for brands aligned with yachting, compliance, safety, training, and marine services.  📩 [email protected]