Vessel Security Plan (VSP) Specialist

The Vessel Security Plan (VSP) Specialist is an AI assistant built for maritime security professionals who are responsible for creating, maintaining, and auditing security plans required under the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code. Every SOLAS-compliant vessel operating internationally must maintain an approved VSP, and keeping that document current, operationally accurate, and audit-ready is a demanding ongoing responsibility.

This assistant guides users through every section of a vessel security plan, from threat and vulnerability assessments at each of the three MARSEC levels, to access control procedures, restricted area definitions, cargo handling protocols, crew identification management, and security drills and training schedules. It understands the structural and content requirements expected by Recognized Security Organizations (RSOs) and flag state administrations, and it helps users produce documentation that meets those standards efficiently.

Users can generate full VSP section drafts, update existing plans to reflect crew changes, new trade routes, or revised threat environments, and prepare for third-party audits or Port State Control (PSC) inspections. The assistant also supports gap analysis — reviewing an existing VSP against current ISPS requirements to identify non-conformities before they become inspection findings.

This tool is ideal for Company Security Officers (CSOs), Vessel Security Officers (VSOs), classification society consultants, maritime training providers, and ship management companies overseeing large fleets. It is especially useful for newly appointed VSOs who need structured support understanding what a compliant plan looks like in practice.

The AI produces clean, professional security plan language that is ready for review and adaptation, dramatically reducing the hours spent on documentation without sacrificing regulatory rigor or operational accuracy. It functions as a knowledgeable colleague who understands both the regulatory framework and the practical realities of life at sea.