Is a maintenance log required?

For most private boats it is not a legal requirement, but insurers, yards and buyers often ask for service history.

Can I keep my log online?

Yes. On Boat Owners Platform you add your boat once and keep maintenance, engine hours, papers and invoices in one place, with reminders. The first 3 months are free.

Owner guide

Yacht maintenance log

A maintenance log is the history of your boat. It helps you plan services on time, helps any mechanic understand the boat quickly, and gives a buyer confidence when you sell.

Add my boat, free for 3 months

No card needed. Papers, maintenance reminders and BOP AI in one place.

What to write down

Date and engine hours of every service.
What was done, which parts and fluids were used.
Which company did the work, with the invoice.
Problems you noticed, even small ones, and when they were fixed.

Paper or app

A paper log on board works, but can get wet or lost.
A boat maintenance app keeps invoices, photos and dates together and can remind you when a service is due.
Whatever you choose, keep it up to date after every trip to the yard.

Use the log

Check it before the season to see what is due.
Share it with the yard before work starts.
Show it to buyers when you sell your boat.

Questions owners ask

Is a maintenance log required?: For most private boats it is not a legal requirement, but insurers, yards and buyers often ask for service history.
Can I keep my log online?: Yes. On Boat Owners Platform you add your boat once and keep maintenance, engine hours, papers and invoices in one place, with reminders. The first 3 months are free.