Big Sea Marine Consultants and Surveyors Airlie Beach Whitsundays

BIG SEA MARINE CONSULTANTS

AMSA SURVEYORS IN AIRLIE BEACH

Your #1 partner for AMSA Statutory Commercial Marine Surveys in Airlie Beach, Mackay and the Whitsundays.

As a member of the Australasian Institute of Marine Surveyors and accredited by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority, we uphold rigorous standards in every inspection and assessment. At the helm is our principal AMSA Accredited Surveyor, Guy Howard, whose credentials include 25 years as a Superyacht Chief Engineer, Diploma of International Vessel Survey (DCV & Working Boats), Vessel Master, Trade Qualified Diesel Fitter, Marine Incident Investigator, and Marine Expert Witness.

INITIAL - (New Build Construction or Alteration) Electrical Extra Low Voltage, Hull Deck & Superstructure, Machinery, Load Line, Safety & Communication Equipment, and Commissioning.

All DCV PERIODIC and RENEWAL SURVEYS

Hull Construction Materials: Steel, Aluminium, GRP, FRP, Timber, and Polyethylene.

All Domestic Commercial Vessels up to 35m.

Recreational Pleasure Craft.

Pre-purchase Inspections.

Insurance Assessments.

Incident Investigations.

'Locals Supporting Local Industry'

Whitsundays l Airlie Beach l Mackay l Bowen l Townsville l Yeppoon I Greater Queensland

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AMSA Surveys

Insurance Survey

AMSA Surveys

AMSA Domestic Commercial Vessel. Big Sea Marine Surveyors Airlie Beach Whitsundays.

Professional AMSA-accredited Domestic Commercial Vessel statutory surveys in Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, and greater Queensland. Initial, periodic, and renewal inspections.

Insurance Survey

AMSA Surveys

Boat pre-purchase survey for motor or sail. Pre-purchase inspection with written survey report.

Comprehensive and accurate pre-purchase inspections of vessels and written reports to assess condition, value, and seaworthiness, empowering you to make informed decisions.

Insurance Survey

Machinery Assessment

Marine insurance survey inspections. Detailed assessment of vessel condition, & risk, delivering accurate survey reports to insurers for informed underwriting decisions and marine vessel valuations.

Marine Expert Witness

Machinery Assessment

Machinery inspection out of water. underwater hull and machinery survey report.

Operational assessment of the status, maintenance history, and performance of vessel machinery, providing crucial insights for ongoing optimal efficiency and risk mitigation.

Marine Expert Witness

Hull and machinery damage on a fibreglass hull. Stabilizer fin penetrated the hull.

We specialize in machinery damage survey inspections, providing meticulous assessments backed by over three decades of marine engineering expertise. Precision and accuracy guaranteed.

Marine Expert Witness

Delivering expert witness services in maritime matters, providing specialized marine expert witness reports and insights for legal proceedings, drawing from extensive expertise and experience.

Condition Survey

A sleek white yacht docked in turquoise waters under a blue sky at Airlie Beach

"Working with Guy was an absolute pleasure. His profound knowledge of marine engineering and thorough understanding of industry standards and legislation is truly impressive. Guy's service as a marine surveyor is nothing short of exceptional, consistently delivering work of the highest calibre. I highly recommend his expertise to anyone in need of top-notch marine surveying services in Airlie Beach Whitsundays"

Steve Higginson - M/Y Laura J

Pre-purchase

Condition Survey

A white luxury yacht named Indalo on calm blue waters and anchored at Pioneer Bay Airlie Beach

"I contracted Guy Howard to inspect the engineering systems onboard my 50-foot motor yacht from halfway around the world. Guy was immensely knowledgeable and thorough with his survey and produced an impressive report in very short order. Additionally, Guy assisted with setting me up with contacts for ongoing maintenance needs and advised me on an appropriate service schedule to keep my vessel in good condition. I would recommend Guy wholeheartedly, for marine surveying in Airlie Beach, Mackay and the Whitsundays".

Philip D'Almada Remedios - M/V 'INDALO'

Pre-purchase

Condition Survey

Pre-purchase

Riviera M4000 Survey conducted in the Whitsundays at Airlie Beach. Port of Airlie Marina.

"Guy conducted an out-of-water, in-water survey and sea trial on the Riviera M4000 we purchased. Overall, we were extremely happy with Guy's service. His services were excellent for communication, clarity, professionalism and availability. Guy conducted a very thorough inspection and produced a high-quality report and provided post-survey follow up. We recommend Big Sea Marine for vessel surveys in the Whitsundays. Guy certainly met our expectations as boat buyers".

Tim Jarrold - M/V OSPREY

MARINE SURVEYORS AIRLIE BEACH WHITSUNDAYS AND MACKAY