Marine surveying
We provide a comprehensive service of advice, consultancy and surveys to customers in specific sub-industries of the varied international maritime industry.
We provide a comprehensive service of advice, consultancy and surveys to customers in specific sub-industries of the varied international maritime industry.
We work with charterers, shipowners, stevedores P&I clubs, Hull & Machinery, underwriters, insurance companies, port operators and other organisations directly related to the global supply chain and marine related sectors.
We provide marine consulting and surveying services to the international insurance industry, as well as to customers operating in and around the shipping world. We are commited to offering solutions based on highly technical skills, independency, fast response and a confidence-based relationship. We have 24/7 capability for a prompt response whenever, and wherever, our services are required.
ADVICE: Independence, objectivity and rigorous critical standards.
CONSULTANCY: Solutions based on the high qualification of our technicians.
INSPECTIONS: Professionals and experts in a wide range of surveys.
Join our maritime surveying experts on our specialised training courses, designed to support customers in their understanding of ports, ships, tankers and terminals.
Find out moreWe regularly provide expert assessment on a wide range of surveys
Hull & Machinery damages (damage assessment and failure investigation)
Collisions
Groundings
General average
Cargo damages
Pre-entry condition surveys on behalf of P&I clubs & hull underwriters
Vessel lay-up and re-activation
Pre-purchase and valuation surveys (on behalf of potential shipowners or banks)
Loss of hire
On/off-hire and bunker survey
Draft survey and stability calculations
Towage plan calculation
Hold cleanliness and suitability surveys
Cargo and shipyard superintendency
Salvage and stowage
Lashing and securing
Ultrasonic testing of hatch covers by certified operators
Calibration of bunker flow meters
We offer advice in specialist areas
We have a dedicated team of marine surveyors, as well as a further network of 300+ affiliate surveyors situated across the world, helping customers with their assignments and technical inspections.
Meet our surveyors
We offer a broad range of surveys, audits and certifications to promote safety and operational efficiency.
In the event of a fire, the impact is often very significant; an in-depth investigation into the origin and cause as well as swift handling of the case is therefore imperative for all parties involved.
We are experts at finding answers and helping to mitigate future marine incidents.
Marine casualties can occur for several reasons. We can identify the root cause of marine and non-marine incidents and make recommendations to avoid future losses.
We assist the international shipping industry with emergency response advice and action for an extensive range of serious incidents, 24/7 globally.
We understand the specific challenges of heavy lift shipping, often involving the sea transportation of extremely heavy, voluminous and valuable loads, requiring special care and preparation.
By being a Nautical Affiliate partner of The Nautical Institute we are making an important and highly visible commitment to improving safety within the maritime industry. The MARS reports provide our surveyors with insights that can support our customers and can also lead to avoiding actions in similar situations.
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BMT, a leading international engineering, scientific and marine risk management consultancy, is proud to announce the launch of its Remote Navigation Audit (RNA) service for the commercial shipping industry. This cutting-edge solution harnesses the power of digital technology to revolutionise traditional auditing processes, enhancing efficiency, safety, and sustainability in maritime operations.
BMT is delighted to announce Noel Tomlinson's appointment as Vice Chair of the Society of Maritime Industries (SMI) Commercial Maritime Group (CMG) Council. Highlights the significant recognition of Noel's expertise and dedication to the maritime industry, emphasising his crucial contributions to the SMI's central function in the sector.
This strategic addition reinforces BMT's commitment to providing specialised and comprehensive marine consulting and forensic investigation services.
BMT in the UK and Europe has announced a new senior business development managerial appointment, effective this month, which will support the delivery of the company’s Marine Surveys’ strategy.
Miguel Centeno, BMT's Risk and Quality Manager, has reviewed multiple data points over a three-year period, within BMT MATE™, and identified that there are three common areas of risk.
BMT is pleased to announce that their marine technical expert and technical director of the Antwerp office Peter Verlinden has been formally accepted as ‘Damage’ agent and Inland shipping surveyor in the CESAM network of experts.
We have appointed Ronald Radder to head up our Groningen office, a new relocation move for Radder that will see his marine surveying services and leadership going beyond Groningen to cover the Northern region of the Netherlands and Germany’s ports as well, with effect from 1 January 2023.
We are pleased to announce that Najib Bin Abdullah has joined BMT as a Marine Surveyor, effective October 2022.
For decades, the modus operandi of marine surveyors has not changed much. Sent by insurance companies or ship operators, the surveyor’s task is to collect evidence, to collect facts.
As a volunteer and coordinator for the Zeeland region of the Vaarkracht Foundation, Ad de Klerk, Marine Surveyor at BMT in the Netherlands has, for years, been committed to enabling cancer patients and their relatives to escape reality and gain new energy.
The pandemic has accelerated the adoption of technologies for the shipping industry. The use of innovative tools and technologies can overcome border restrictions; for instance, with remote surveys and inspections, surveyors do not have to be physically present on-site or on board a vessel; instead, surveyors can now provide support, anytime, anywhere, with the use of the online connection, video streaming and other digital tools. But is a small survey the answer for every situation?
Bas Dijk joins BMT Netherlands B.V. as Marine Surveyor. Bas is stationed in BMT’s new Rotterdam office on the Rivium Business park, Capelle a/d IJssel.
Olivier van der Kruijs describes new processes that will lead to ship condition surveys being conducted more efficiently.
With the opportunity to travel to many and diverse locations: countries, ports, deep sea or inland vessels, on the ocean or riverside, the role of a marine surveyor is varied, dynamic, challenging and fascinating.
With the opportunity to travel to many and diverse locations: countries, ports, deep sea or inland vessels, on the ocean or riverside, the role of a marine surveyor is varied, dynamic, challenging and fascinating.
As a volunteer and coordinator for the Zeeland region of the Vaarkracht Foundation, Ad de Klerk, Marine Surveyor at BMT in the Netherlands has, for years, been committed to enabling cancer patients and their relatives to escape reality and gain new energy.