Only 30% of the surveys AMS conducts are for pre-purchase decision making. The majority of our surveying work is conducted for Boat Owners, Captains and Underwriters.

AMS Marine Surveying Services for Boat Owners & Captains include:

  • Insurance Surveys:
    This is required by Insurance Companies to gain and maintain vessel insurance.
  • Non-destructive Testing:
    With the use of specialized tooling AMS conducts FRP Moisture DetectionUltrasonic Thickness Testing and Galvanic / Stray Current checks.
  • Valuation Appraisals:
    Need to know the value of a vessel? Have AMS conduct a valuation appraisal in order to establish the vessel’s fair market value.
  • Damage Surveys:
    Accidents can happen. Have AMS assess the damage, advise on repairs and if required, oversee work to return your vessel to its pre-damaged condition.
  • Pre-end of Warranty Inspections:
    Don’t leave it too late. AMS will check that any warranty issues are recorded with the dealer or manufacturer before the vessel or machinery warranty expires.
  • General Condition Assessments:
    Find out the actual condition of your vessel “Through a Marine Surveyors eyes” in order to reveal possible maintenance items that should be addressed so that the vessel presents better in a full Pre-purchase Survey.
  • Risk Assessment & Safety Management Plans:
    Vessel owners & operators have a legal duty of care to ensure the safety of a vessel and its operation. AMS qualified staff can assess your boat and operation in order to identify risks and develop a tailored safety management plan for your operation.

Whether you are: Buying a new boat; buying a used boat; already a boat owner, or a super yacht captain, Andaman Maritime Services, Marine Surveyors have the services you need.