Transit Oversight
Transport & Logistics
These services are essential for yacht owners, operators, brokers, shipping agents, insurers, and lenders.
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SEA GOING TRANSPORT
Survey of lashing and securing
- Pre-transport planning
- Attendance from start to finish of securing operations
- Compliance checks for lashing, dunnage, and load-spreading
- Assessment of transverse, longitudinal, and tipping resistance
- Independent written record and certification where required
- At load port or discharging port or both (recommended)
We offer, if required, assistance to bring the vessel under the hook (loading) or place it afterwards in a safe marina (discharge).
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Non-floating transport / road transport
- Planning of the available transport and (eventual) obstructions
- Supervision of travel lift, crane, and sling operations
- Hull and cradle inspection prior to lifting
- Securing on the transport vehicle
- Coordination of transfers between marina, shipyard, and transport vessel
- Witness protection of your asset/yacht during transport/storage in port
- Photographic records of the condition at key stages
- Our reports are suitable for insurers or other parties
- In case of damage, we report immediately and take the necessary actions
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Floating transport on own keel / deliveries
We always recommend a pre‑inspection, tests, and trials prior to the intended voyage.
- Pre‑voyage inspection of hull, machinery, safety equipment, and documentation
- Verification of certificates and compliance for the intended passage
- Weather routing, passage planning, and delivery oversight
- Condition report and handover at destination
Important: It remains the owner’s responsibility that the vessel meets the legal requirements for the intended voyage and is insured.
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Vessel familiarisation
New order of a ship, but things are new to you and safe passage is important.
Our experts give you, in a short time, a lot of information and, if required, practical training on board your ship.
- Practical onboard training for new owners or crews
- Instruction in propulsion, steering, berthing, and navigation equipment
- Safety system familiarisation, including fire, bilge, and life‑saving equipment
- Guidance on maintenance, fuel and gas systems, and operational protocol checklists
- Voyage planning for your trip. Please inform us in good time.
Possibility to have a skipper on board for the first day(s) or a part of the voyage. Ask us about the options.
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Contact us today to discuss your insurance survey requirements and ensure your assets are properly protected and documented.
Trusted Yacht Survey Expertise
Why Choose INS?
When it comes to yachts, experience and accuracy matter. Our surveyors provide independent inspections and technical reporting designed to uncover key issues, protect your interests, and support confident decision-making. Whether you require advice for purchase, insurance, damage assessment, or project oversight, INS delivers a professional and dependable service at every stage.
With clear reporting and a practical understanding of the industry, we provide the insight and documentation needed to support smooth transactions, protect asset value, and reduce risk.
Get in touch to discuss the right service for your vessel.