Understanding the different types of marine surveys is crucial for every yacht and boat owner, whether you're purchasing your first vessel, securing insurance, or ensuring ongoing compliance. Marine surveys serve as the foundation of maritime safety and investment protection, providing essential documentation to safeguard vessels, owners, and buyers alike. Industry leaders such as the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST), the Marine Surveying Academy (MSA), and...

A pre-purchase boat survey represents the single most important investment protection available to yacht and boat buyers, serving as your professional safeguard against costly surprises and safety hazards. Whether you're considering your first yacht, or upsizing from a day boat to a cruising vessel, understanding the pre-purchase survey process is essential for making informed decisions and securing long-term understanding, safety from your marine investment. Professional pre-purchase surveys...

Marine (yacht and craft) surveys are the cornerstone of responsible yacht purchasing and ownership, providing the critical foundation for informed decision making, safety aboard, insurance confidence, and long-term vessel value preservation. Our services are designed especially for international yacht owners—Brits, Scandinavians, Germans, Dutch, and others—seeking globally recognised standards and trusted guidance wherever they choose to sail. You’ll benefit from our practical expertise,...