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MARINE SURVEY SERVICES IN SPAIN

VALENCIA Marine Services provides independent marine survey services to shipowners, ship managers, charterers, insurers, P&I interests, purchasers, Flag Administrations, and other maritime stakeholders requiring technical assessments of commercial vessels throughout Spain.

Independent marine surveys and technical vessel inspections for commercial vessels throughout Spain.

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MARINE SURVEY SERVICES

Independent marine surveying and ship inspection services for commercial vessels throughout Spain, tailored to each vessel, operation and client requirement.

Independent inspection following a marine casualty, impact, grounding, machinery incident or other reported damage.

The survey may include damage identification, photographic documentation, review of available information, technical assessment and repair-related observations where included in the assignment.

PRE-PURCHASE SHIP SURVEY

Technical inspection before the purchase of a commercial vessel.

The survey aims to identify significant visible defects, maintenance issues, and technical conditions that may require further investigation or consideration before acquisition.

Independent documentation of vessel condition at delivery or redelivery under a charter party.

The survey can record the apparent condition of relevant vessel areas, existing damage and other items specifically requested by the appointing party.

ON-HIRE / OFF-HIRE SURVEY

SHIP CONDITION SURVEY

MARINE DAMAGE SURVEY

SHIP INSPECTION

CARGO HOLD INSPECTION

Independent assessment of the apparent condition of a commercial vessel at the time of inspection.

Depending on the agreed scope, the survey may cover hull structure, decks, cargo areas, machinery spaces, equipment, accommodation and accessible vessel systems.

Technical ship inspections tailored to a specific operational, engineering, insurance or commercial requirement.

The inspection scope can focus on particular vessel areas, machinery, equipment, defects, repairs or documentation.

Inspection of cargo holds before loading or for another specified commercial requirement.

Depending on the scope, the inspection can assess visible cleanliness, dryness, accessible structural condition and other relevant aspects of the holds.

SHIP CONDITION SURVEY

PRE-PURCHASE SHIP SURVEY

ON-HIRE / OFF-HIRE SURVEY

MARINE DAMAGE SURVEY

SHIP INSPECTION

CARGO HOLD INSPECTION

BUNKER SURVEY

DRAFT SURVEY

PSC PREPARATION & POST-DETENTION SUPPORT

Independent survey associated with vessel fuel quantities.

The work may include tank measurements, relevant documentation, observed quantities and calculations in accordance with the agreed scope.

Independent determination of cargo quantity based on vessel displacement.

The calculation considers observed drafts, hydrostatic data, water density, ballast and other relevant weights and corrections.

Independent pre-PSC inspections and technical support following Port State Control detention, including deficiency review, rectification follow-up and preparation for reinspection.

BUNKER SURVEY

DRAFT SURVEY

PSC PREPARATION & SUPPORT

MARINE SURVEYS BACKED BY ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE

A technically useful survey may require understanding of:

ship construction;
hull structures;
marine machinery;
propulsion systems;
cargo spaces;
tanks;
maintenance condition;
damage mechanisms;
technical drawings;
vessel documentation;
measurements and calculations;
repair requirements.

We approach assignments from a Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering perspective, combining practical inspection experience with technical analysis.

Professional services are carried out through VALENCIA Marine Services SLU.

Where appropriate, professional reports may also be registered through the Official College of Naval Architects and Ocean Engineers of Spain (COIN).

MARINE SURVEYS FOR COMMERCIAL VESSELS

Our marine survey services are primarily focused on commercial and merchant vessels, including:

Bulk Carriers
Container Ships
General Cargo Ships
Tankers
Gas Carriers
Multipurpose, Heavy-Lift & Project Cargo Vessels
Passenger Ships
Ferries, Ro-Pax & Ro-Ro Vessels
Offshore, Tug, Workboat, Dredger & Special-Purpose Vessels

MARINE SURVEY ATTENDANCE AT SPANISH PORTS

VALENCIA Marine Services provides marine survey attendance throughout Spain, with regular coverage at major Mediterranean and commercial ports.

Regular service areas include:

Valencia • Sagunto • Castellón • Alicante • Cartagena • Tarragona • Barcelona • Algeciras

Survey attendance at other Spanish ports may also be available, depending on location, scope, and surveyor availability.

TECHNICAL MARINE SURVEY REPORTS

Where reporting is included within the assignment, the marine survey report may contain:

vessel identification;
survey location and date;
appointment instructions;
scope of survey;
inspection conditions;
documents reviewed;
factual observations;
photographs;
measurements;
calculations;
identified defects;
technical findings;
recommendations where appropriate;
survey limitations.

The report structure is adapted to the purpose and technical requirements of each survey.

PROFESSIONAL MARINE SURVEYING EXPERIENCE

Carlos Montamarta is a Naval Architect & Marine Engineer with more than 20 years of professional experience in marine surveying and ship inspection.

Marine survey assignments combine extensive practical vessel inspection experience with technical expertise in ship structures, marine machinery, marine engineering, damage assessment and technical reporting.

Professional services are provided through VALENCIA Marine Services SLU.

INDEPENDENT • DISCREET • PROFESSIONAL

WHY APPOINT VALENCIA MARINE SERVICES?

INDEPENDENT TECHNICAL ASSESSMENT

Survey observations are based on the evidence available during inspection and the agreed scope of work.

NAVAL ARCHITECTURE & MARINE ENGINEERING

Marine survey work is supported by technical knowledge of ship structures, machinery and marine engineering.

CLEAR TECHNICAL REPORTING

Findings are documented clearly and supported by photographic evidence where applicable.

DEFINED SCOPE OF WORK

The required survey scope, attendance conditions and deliverables are established before inspection whenever practicable.

COMMERCIAL VESSEL EXPERIENCE

Services are tailored to merchant ships and commercial maritime operations.

COVERAGE ACROSS SPAIN

Survey attendance can be arranged at major Spanish commercial ports.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT TYPES OF MARINE SURVEYS DO YOU PROVIDE IN SPAIN?

VALENCIA Marine Services provides ship condition surveys, pre-purchase surveys, on-hire and off-hire surveys, marine damage surveys, ship inspections, cargo hold inspections, bunker surveys, draft surveys and PSC preparation support for commercial vessels.

WHICH COMMERCIAL VESSELS CAN YOU INSPECT?

Survey attendance may be arranged for bulk carriers, container ships, general cargo ships, tankers, gas carriers, passenger ships, ferries, Ro-Pax and Ro-Ro vessels, multipurpose and heavy-lift vessels, offshore vessels, tugboats, workboats, dredgers and other suitable commercial vessels.

WHICH SPANISH PORTS DO YOU COVER?

Regular service areas include Valencia, Sagunto, Castellón, Alicante, Cartagena, Tarragona, Barcelona and Algeciras. Attendance at other Spanish ports may also be arranged, subject to location, access, scope and surveyor availability.

WHAT INFORMATION IS REQUIRED TO REQUEST A MARINE SURVEY?

Please provide the vessel name, IMO number, vessel type, port, ETA, required survey date, type of survey and any specific instructions or required scope.

DO YOU PROVIDE MARINE SURVEY REPORTS?

Where reporting is included in the appointment, a technical marine survey report may include vessel details, survey scope, factual observations, photographs, measurements, calculations, identified defects, technical findings, recommendations and survey limitations.