The 126-Point Benchmark
Every yacht is assessed across six dimensions via our proprietary RightYacht Questionnaire (RYQ) — a rigorous framework designed for independence, comparability, and transparency.
How to use RightYacht.
Browse
Search our fleet directory to compare safety scores, specs, and charter regions across 1,000+ rated yachts.
Request Inspection
Found a yacht you like? Request an independent pre-charter inspection to verify safety, condition, and crew readiness.
Charter with Confidence
Board with facts, not assumptions. Your inspection report gives you independent verification and negotiation leverage.
From application to assessment.
Apply
Submit your vessel details online. We confirm eligibility and schedule your assessment.
Document Review
We pre-analyze your safety management system, certificates, and classification records.
On-Board Assessment
A qualified inspector assesses your vessel against all 126 questions of the RYQ.
Score & Report
You receive your RYS score, detailed report, and (if qualifying) the RightYacht verified badge.
Six dimensions. One definitive score.
Governance
The foundation of maritime safety. We assess flag state compliance, ISM/ISPS certification status, and the vessel's standing with its classification society — ensuring the regulatory framework protecting everyone on board is intact and current.
Technical
A comprehensive evaluation of the vessel's physical condition and operational systems. Hull integrity, machinery maintenance, fire and safety systems, navigation equipment — every component that keeps a yacht seaworthy and safe is examined.
Crew
The human element is often the most critical factor in maritime safety. We verify crew qualifications, training records, and medical readiness — ensuring the people responsible for your safety are properly certified and prepared.
Experience
Beyond safety, we evaluate the quality of the guest experience. From climate control and cabin standards to housekeeping protocols and water toy safety — the tangible measures that separate exceptional charters from ordinary ones.
Environment
Responsible yachting is no longer optional. We assess waste management, emissions practices, and sustainability commitments — measuring how well a vessel minimizes its environmental impact while operating at sea.
Social
A yacht is only as good as its treatment of crew. We examine working conditions, fair treatment policies, and welfare provisions — because the people who make every charter possible deserve proper protections and respect.
How we calculate the RYS Score.
Question Scoring (0 – 3)
Score Labels
Confidence Tiers
Every score carries a confidence tier indicating the depth of data behind it.
Every yacht is scored across Governance, Technical, Crew, Experience, Environment, and Social dimensions via our proprietary 126-point assessment protocol. Request an assessment →
Independence you can trust.
No Conflicts
RightYacht does not sell, broker, or manage yachts. Our only product is the truth. We have no commercial relationships that could compromise our assessments, and we never will.
Qualified Inspectors
Every inspector is independently qualified and undergoes annual recurrent training. They follow a standardized protocol that eliminates subjectivity and ensures consistency across all evaluations.
Auditable Process
Every score is backed by documentary evidence and photographic records. Our methodology is fully transparent and every finding can be independently verified.