MARINE SURVEYS IN SPAIN
VALENCIA Marine Services provides professional marine surveying services for shipowners, ship managers, charterers, insurers, P&I interests, purchasers, Flag Administrations and other maritime stakeholders requiring independent technical assessment of commercial vessels.
Independent marine surveys and technical vessel inspections for commercial vessels throughout Spain.
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.
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.
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.
Assignments are approached from a Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering perspective, combining 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 Colegio Oficial de Ingenieros Navales y Oceánicos de España (COIN).
MARINE SURVEYS FOR COMMERCIAL VESSELS
Our services are primarily focused on commercial and merchant vessels, including:
bulk carriers;
general cargo ships;
container ships;
tankers;
Ro-Ro vessels;
multipurpose vessels;
offshore and support vessels;
other suitable commercial vessels.
The exact inspection scope depends on vessel type, access conditions and client instructions.
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.
REQUEST A MARINE SURVEY IN SPAIN
To request attendance, provide:
vessel name;
IMO number;
vessel type;
port;
ETA;
required survey date;
type of survey;
specific scope or instructions.
Urgent attendance requests are welcome, subject to surveyor availability.
NEED A MARINE SURVEYOR IN SPAIN?
Independent marine surveying services for shipowners, operators, charterers, insurers and maritime stakeholders throughout Spain.
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VALENCIA Marine Services SLU
Independent marine surveying, vessel inspection, maritime auditing and technical consultancy services for commercial vessels in Spain.
INDEPENDENT • DISCREET • PROFESSIONAL
Marine survey attendance in Spanish ports and shipyards.
Real Club Náutico de Valencia - Camino del Canal 91 - Bloque 3 Local 21 - Valenciac 46024, Spain
Office +34 96 13 050 13
Mobile/WhatsAp: +34 644 70 90 38
Base : Port of Valencia, Spain
Urgent attendance requests are welcome, subject to surveyor availability.