Ship Remote Surveys (Online Vessel Inspections Worldwide)

Remote ship surveys provide a professional vessel inspection without the need to travel, wait for port windows, or rely on local availability. At Marine Remote Surveys, we conduct structured, evidence-based remote inspections using live video, guided checklists, photos, documents, and targeted measurements to deliver reliable technical conclusions—no matter where your ship is located.

Whether you’re assessing a ship before a purchase, preparing for charter, checking condition after a voyage, or supporting an insurance/claims file, our remote methodology is designed to be fast, transparent, and audit-ready.

⚓ What Is a Ship Remote Survey?

Professional Remote Ship Surveys Delivered Worldwide with Accuracy and Reliability.

Remote ship surveys provide a professional vessel inspection without the need to travel, wait for port windows, or rely on local availability. At Marine Remote Surveys, we conduct structured, evidence-based remote inspections using live video, guided checklists, photos, documents, and targeted measurements to deliver reliable technical conclusions—no matter where your ship is located.

Whether you’re assessing a ship before a purchase, preparing for charter, checking condition after a voyage, or supporting an insurance/claims file, our remote methodology is designed to be fast, transparent, and audit-ready.

📱 When Remote Ship Surveys Make the Most Sense

(1) Pre-Purchase & Due Diligence (Initial Screening)

Ideal when you need a technical snapshot before committing to a full on-site attendance. We confirm condition indicators, maintenance status, documentation quality, and visible defects.

(2) Condition Assessment for Owners, Operators & Managers

Monitor vessel condition between dry-dock periods, verify reported issues, and track outstanding items with a structured defect list and priorities.

(3) Insurance & Claims Support (Evidence Collection)

Remote surveys help document damage, check causation clues, verify scope, and organize evidence for insurers, P&I, or legal teams.

(4) Charter / Off-Hire / Performance Concerns

We help verify reported deficiencies, operational issues, and condition items impacting serviceability (within the limits of remote access).

What We Inspect Remotely (Typical Scope)

Hull, Deck & External Condition

Coatings, corrosion, deformation, fendering contact marks, sea chest/overboard areas (where visible), external damages, hatch covers/closing arrangements (as applicable).

Superstructure, Accommodation & Safety Readiness

Watertight/weathertight doors, windows, critical access points, housekeeping/maintenance indicators, and safety readiness checks based on available evidence.

Machinery Spaces (Evidence-Led)

Visible leaks, abnormal vibration indicators, noise/overheating reports, bilge condition, filters, gauges, alarms status screenshots, and maintenance records review.

Documentation Review

Class/flag certificates, statutory dates, maintenance logs, defect reports, previous survey reports, photos from past yard periods, and planned maintenance schedules.

Deliverables You Receive

• Remote Survey Report (PDF) with scope, methodology, findings, and conclusions

• Photo & video evidence index (time-stamped where possible)

• Defect list with severity (critical / major / minor) and recommended actions

• Risk notes (safety, seaworthiness, operational continuity)

• Repair/maintenance recommendations and next steps (including when an on-site survey is advised)

How the Process Works

1. Request & Scope: You tell us vessel type, location, and purpose (pre-purchase, damage, condition, etc.).

2. Evidence Plan: We send a structured checklist + required photos/videos + documents list.

3. Live Remote Inspection: Video call walkthrough (engine room, deck, key areas) guided by our surveyor.

4. Analysis & Reporting: Findings compiled with clear conclusions and recommendations.

5. Delivery: Report issued fast, with supporting files and an optional client debrief call.

Why Choose Marine Remote Surveys

Reduce delays and travel constraints.

Faster decisions

Focus resources on what truly needs attendance.

Cost-effective

Evidence-based conclusions, not opinions.

Independent & structured

Worldwide remote support across time zones.

Global capability

Friendly documentation

Clear language, defined scope, traceable evidence

Request a Ship Remote Survey

Need a remote ship inspection, a digital vessel condition report, or urgent evidence for a claim? Contact us today and we’ll confirm feasibility, scope, and the fastest path to a reliable result.

Contact Marine Remote Surveys Today

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What do remote surveys mean for the surveying profession by Mike Schwarz?

Mike Schwarz, CEO of the IIMS, gives a short overview on how remote surveying may change the marine surveying profession in support of Adam Brancher's presentation on the same subject