We provide marine surveys and risk consulting throughout the lifecycle of marine assets, from new building to recycling. Our experienced team of Master Mariners, Naval Architects, and Marine Engineers has extensive experience in all marine operations.
Risk management is much more than writing
and delivering a report.
Independent assessments to verify that marine voyages and towage operations are planned and executed safely and in line with operational requirements.
Technical evaluations of vessel capabilities and suitability for specific operations, cargoes, or project requirements.
On-site inspections to assess the extent, cause, and impact of damage to offshore assets, components, equipment, vessels, or cargo. Where damage involves the vessel itself, our surveyors can support casualty investigations, damage assessment, repair planning, and salvage operations. Services may include:
Independent inspections carried out before a vessel enters or is redelivered from charter, documenting its condition, cleanliness, equipment, certificates, and bunker status. We provide clear, factual reporting to support charter party agreements and identify any discrepancies in bunker figures or vessel condition, helping clients limit liability and avoid disputes.
Detailed investigations to identify the underlying causes of incidents, failures, or operational issues and support corrective action and claims resolution.
Independent technical expertise and professional opinion for disputes, arbitration, and legal proceedings.
Independent inspections assessing a vessel’s physical condition and onboard maintenance standards on request of H&M or P&I underwriters. All findings are documented in a report with required actions for rectification, supporting owners and managers in addressing deficiencies and planning repairs where needed.
Evaluations of shipyard and port facility operations, management systems, and capabilities against industry and project requirements.
Through a connected ecosystem of digital solutions, Survey Association is helping modernise the way marine surveys are instructed, executed, and reported.
Together, SA Instruct, SA Remote, and Galleon improve efficiency, consistency, and visibility throughout the survey process.
SA Instruct connects clients with qualified marine surveyors based on survey requirements, expertise, location, and performance.
The platform streamlines surveyor selection and compliance verification, helping ensure the right surveyor is appointed for every assignment while improving consistency and oversight across global survey operations.
Learn more about SA Instruct and how we match surveyors to assignments >
SA Remote enables information to be captured directly from the source, supporting remote surveys and inspections when physical attendance is not required or practical.
By simplifying information gathering and standardising data capture, the platform helps improve data quality and increase visibility throughout the survey process.
Learn more about SA Remote and digital information capture >
Galleon has been developed to deliver clear, structured, and easy-to-navigate marine survey reports tailored to each client’s needs.
By highlighting the most important findings, risks, and recommendations upfront, Galleon gives clients an immediate overview of survey outcomes and supports faster, better-informed decisions.
We help clients identify, understand, and reduce operational and commercial risk before issues escalate.
We combine specialist expertise with hands-on experience from real marine operations.
We manage a trusted international network of associates providing timely support wherever operations take place.
We provide responsive support across ports, terminals, offshore projects, and marine incidents worldwide.
We deliver objective assessments and professional judgement built on experience, accountability, and high standards.
Whether supporting routine operations, assessing risks, or responding to incidents, our surveyors provide the information and technical insight needed to make informed decisions.
