Pre-Purchase Inspection
Overview
A detailed inspection of a vessel's physical, structural, machinery, and operational condition to support buyers in evaluating the vessel before purchase.
Benefits
Helps identify defects, maintenance requirements, potential repair costs, and operational risks, allowing buyers to make informed purchasing and negotiation decisions.
Scope
Inspection of the hull, decks, accommodation, machinery, engine room, navigation equipment, cargo spaces, mooring equipment, safety systems, structural condition, certificates, records, and other accessible areas and equipment.
Process
Review available vessel documents, conduct a detailed onboard inspection, examine accessible machinery and equipment, record deficiencies and photographic evidence, assess the vessel's overall condition, and issue a comprehensive pre-purchase inspection report.