Initial Discussion
Client provides vessel name / IMO, location, timing and required scope.
Approach
Owner-Side Approach
We start with the commercial question behind the inspection.
Buy or Walk Away.
Accept Delivery or Defer.
These decisions belong to the client. Our role is to provide a clear view of the evidence, the limitations and the issues requiring attention.
Depending on the assignment, the client may need to determine:
- Whether further investigation is required
- Whether identified defects should be rectified before delivery
- Whether additional repair budget should be considered
- Whether specialist attendance is required
- Whether contractual delivery conditions have been met
Inspection is not the objective.
Better decision-quality information is.
From instruction to follow-up
How an Assignment Works
Scope Definition
Inspection scope is agreed depending on vessel type, acquisition stage and client priorities.
Document Review
Available vessel information is reviewed before attendance where possible.
Vessel Attendance
Independent onboard inspection and discussions with relevant shipboard personnel.
Reporting
Structured findings with photographs, priorities and supporting observations.
Follow-Up
Clarification of significant findings and additional review if requested.
From finding to negotiation
From Technical Finding
to Commercial Decision
Identify
Physical defect, documentation issue or maintenance concern.
Verify
Review records, maintenance history and available evidence.
Assess
Determine operational, statutory and financial relevance.
Report
Present the issue clearly with photographs and supporting information.
Commercial Discussion
Consider seller rectification, purchase-price discussion, delivery conditions, repair budget or further specialist inspection.
Findings inform the client's commercial judgement. Final valuation and contractual decisions remain with the client and their advisers.
Discretion from first contact
Confidential Owner-Side Support
Vessel acquisition work often involves commercially sensitive information. All enquiries, vessel information, reports and client instructions are treated as confidential.
NDA arrangements can be accommodated where required.
Independent
No seller-side commercial interest.
Owner-Focused
Reporting structured around the client's acquisition risk.
Confidential
Commercial vessel information handled discreetly.
Senior-Led
Assignment personally handled by an experienced Master Mariner.
Your next decision
Considering a Vessel Acquisition?
Send the vessel IMO number, location and expected inspection window.