Recommendation paper: How to prevent maritime theft?

This paper offers an introduction to the phenomenon of maritime theft, by exploring the general context of the issue and examining the effectiveness and implementation possibilities of potential prevention initiatives. The target groups with the most to benefit from this paper are law enforcement units, municipalities, regional and/or national authorities, harbours and boat manufacturers. Each actor can concentrate on a specific focus area that is most relevant for them and take away lessons on how to devise their own interventions, mobilise partners and conduct evaluations.

EUCPN Secretariat, November 2023

The EU Boat Passport, developed within EMPACT OPC, contains key information that police and insurance companies can use to identify your boat or engine if it is stolen. To complete it, fill in the table, attach invoices and photos of the relevant details, and keep the document safely at home in case of theft. Please note: This is not an official document, but a personal tool for boat owners to record essential details. In the event of theft, law enforcement should use this information with appropriate caution.

EUCPN Secretariat, May 2025