PRE-PURCHASE / PRE-SALE CONDITION SURVEY

Survey Clients

VMCONTROL provides vessel condition surveys upon request from:

  • Buyers (shipowners, shipping lines, or individuals/organizations planning to acquire a vessel)
  • Sellers (current shipowners or brokers)
  • Financial institutions and banks requiring valuation for loan or asset processing
  • Insurance companies or independent assessors requiring objective evaluation

Survey Scope

  • Comprehensive inspection of the vessel’s technical condition prior to transaction
  • Structural assessment: hull, deck, bow, stern, rudder, propeller, mooring equipment
  • Examination of main engine, generators, propulsion, electrical and control systems
  • Inspection of navigational, communication, lifesaving, and marine equipment
  • Evaluation of coating condition, corrosion, leaks, hygiene, and overall structural integrity
  • Verification of remaining bunkers, lubricants, and freshwater onboard (if applicable)
  • Cross-check with maintenance records, repair history, and operational logbooks
  • Determination of commercial value and estimated cost for deployment or repair