Born from Necessity
A journey from frustration to innovation, driven by a passion for maritime excellence.
A living record of your yacht.
No App Was Good Enough
I'm Richard Koch. When I acquired my expedition yacht, I evaluated every marine management application available. Each fell remarkably short.
They lacked the comprehensive data architecture, the flexibility, and the precision I required to document every system aboard and ensure absolute sea-readiness.
So I built the solution myself.
The Problems We Solved
Richard Koch
Founder & Principal Developer
Meet our Pilot Cutter "Llanreath"
Our Test Vessel
Llanreath is an ex-Bristol Channel pilot cutter, built in 1973 and purchased by me in 2025. She is currently undergoing restoration and serves as the real-world testing ground for YachtPrep.
Read her storyThe First Release
Welcome to YachtPrep — a sophisticated yacht readiness platform engineered by a boat owner and software architect, designed expressly for vessel owners who demand excellence.
This release introduces the capability to assign hundreds of data points across more than 100 component categories, with intelligent organisation and instant search.
Platform Capabilities
Your Chapter Begins
Join the community of yacht owners who trust YachtPrep for their voyage readiness. You deserves nothing less.
Built for Excellence
Every feature designed with precision for the demanding yacht owner.
Component Library
Over 100 pre-configured component templates for engines, electronics, safety systems, and beyond.
Comprehensive Data
Capture serial numbers, service histories, warranties, specifications, and custom attributes.
Intelligent Search
Locate any component or specification instantly with powerful filtering and search capabilities.
Multi-Platform
Native applications for iOS and Android, plus full web access from any browser.
Secure Cloud Sync
Bank-level encryption with automatic synchronisation across all your devices.
Smart Reminders
Proactive notifications for service schedules, certification renewals, and equipment expiry.
Ready to Elevate Your
Yacht Management?
Experience the difference that professional-grade documentation makes. Start your complimentary trial today.