Vessel Vanguard and SeaLogs have merged into one company, Vessel Vanguard, LLC. Nothing changes for current customers today: your data, workflows and support stay as they are. Over time, both products come together in one platform covering maintenance, digital logbooks, compliance and crew, for fleets in the US, New Zealand, Australia and beyond.
If you run vessels, you probably already juggle too many systems. Maintenance in one app, logbooks in another, crew certificates in a spreadsheet and compliance paperwork in a folder on the bridge. This merger is about ending that.
Two specialists, one platform
Vessel Vanguard built its name on maintenance. Scheduling, service records, inventory and asset management are trusted by thousands of vessels worldwide.
SeaLogs built its name on the logbook. Its award-winning digital logbook and compliance system handles voyage records, engine room logs, crew management and training drills for operators across New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific.
Together, they cover the two jobs every vessel does every day: keeping the boat in shape, and proving it.
Our customers trusted us to manage their maintenance. Now they can trust us to manage everything.
What stays the same for current customers
If you already use Vessel Vanguard or SeaLogs, you don't need to do anything right now.
- Your data stays where it is. No forced migration, no lost history.
- Your logins stay the same. Keep using the app you use today.
- Your support stays the same. Same team, same help centre.
- Your workflows stay the same. Checklists, schedules and logbooks carry on as normal.
We'll contact every customer directly before anything changes.
What's coming: one system from bridge to engine room
The combined platform brings everything an operator needs into one place:
- Planned maintenance, work orders and service history
- Digital logbooks and voyage records
- Safety and compliance management, including SMS, SOP and MOSS tools
- Crew records and certifications
- Parts and inventory
- Fleet-wide reporting
- Mobile and offline access for when you're out of signal
The goal is simple: enter information once, and see it everywhere it matters. A defect logged on deck becomes a work order in maintenance. A completed drill shows up in your compliance record. No switching apps, no double entry.
Operators don't want more software. They want one platform that actually covers their operation end to end.
Built for fleets that cross borders
Maritime rules change depending on where you operate. US operators work to US Coast Guard requirements. New Zealand operators work under Maritime NZ and MOSS. Australian operators answer to AMSA.
Bringing the two companies together means local compliance know-how from both sides of the Pacific, in one platform. That matters for operators with vessels in more than one country, for managed fleets and charters that move between regions, and for anyone who wants a system built by people who understand their local rules.
Is it worth changing to Vessel Vanguard?
For most operators running more than one system, yes. Switching is worth it if:
- You use separate tools for maintenance and logbooks. One platform means one login, one record and one place to look during an audit.
- You spend time copying information between systems. Every double entry is a chance for an error.
- You operate in more than one region. You get compliance tools for the US, New Zealand and Australia without running different software in each.
- Your crew works offline. The mobile app keeps working without signal and syncs when you're back in range.
- You're growing your fleet. Fleet-wide reporting shows the health of every vessel in one view.
It may not be the right time if a single system already covers everything you need and your team is happy with it. The easiest way to find out is a 20-minute walkthrough using your own vessel types.
At a glance
| Before the merger | After the merger | |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance and work orders | Vessel Vanguard | One platform |
| Digital logbooks and voyage records | SeaLogs | One platform |
| Compliance tools | Separate by product | US, NZ and Australia in one place |
| Crew records and certifications | SeaLogs | One platform |
| Your data and support today | Unchanged | Unchanged |
Ready to see it for your fleet?
Book a DemoBook a 20-minute walkthrough and we'll show you how maintenance, logbooks and compliance work together for your vessels.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Vessel Vanguard and SeaLogs merger?
Vessel Vanguard and SeaLogs completed a strategic merger in September 2026. The combined company operates as Vessel Vanguard, LLC. It brings Vessel Vanguard's maintenance and asset management together with SeaLogs' digital logbook and compliance system, to create one platform for vessel operations.
Will SeaLogs keep working?
Yes. SeaLogs customers keep their current data, workflows, logins and support. Nothing changes right now. When the combined platform is ready, we will contact customers directly with clear next steps before anything changes.
Do I need to move my data?
No. There is no action needed from current Vessel Vanguard or SeaLogs customers. Your records stay where they are, and your history is kept. We will share any future changes well in advance.
Is Vessel Vanguard available in New Zealand and Australia?
Yes. Through SeaLogs, operators in New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific can now access the full Vessel Vanguard platform, including compliance tools for MOSS, SMS and SOP alongside US Coast Guard requirements.
Who is the combined platform for?
It's built for ferries, tourism operators, workboats, ports, fishing fleets, government and research vessels, managed fleets and charters, and private and recreational boat owners.
Is it worth changing to Vessel Vanguard?
If your team uses separate systems for maintenance, logbooks and compliance, changing to Vessel Vanguard can save time and reduce errors by keeping everything in one place. It is especially useful for fleets that operate across borders or work offline.