Maritime Services
Vessel Inspections
Offshore Operations specialise in providing maritime and project assurance though vessel inspection.
With more than 15 years in the offshore renewables industry, we have extensive experience guiding owners, purchasers and charterers through the process of vessel inspection, utilising our global team of surveyors capable of undertaking inspections on all commercial vessels and barges.
CTV
Multicat
OSV
RHIB
TUG
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On Hire / Off Hire Inspections
With extensive audit and operational experience, our team can travel to your vessel at short notice to prevent disruption to your operations.
The purpose of these inspections is principally to ascertain vessel condition, other than fair wear and tear, which may have occurred to the vessel between commencement and termination of charter.
A standard inspection would cover:
- Vessel’s Statutory Certificates
- Vessel’s Cargo Spaces/Deck Areas
- Structural Condition
- Vessel’s Machinery Spaces and Planned Maintenance System for Outstanding Items
- Accommodation Area
- Passenger Areas Safety Equipment
- General Equipment Functionality Checks
- Vessel Coating Condition (Above Water)
- Bunkers ROB (Optional Scope)
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Pre-Purchase Inspection
The purpose of a Pre-Purchase inspection is validating the implied condition of the vessel given by the seller. When purchasing a second-hand vessel, it is important to ascertain the condition prior to completion of the sales process. Due to the complex nature of vessels, it is often easy to overlook defects, non-approved repairs, or failing / failed equipment, which is why it is vital to choose a supplier with extensive experience carrying out pre-purchase inspections.
We have been carrying out thorough pre-purchase inspections for more than 15 years, so you can be confident that our report offers an accurate overview of the vessel’s condition.
The inspection would normally cover items below, though the scope can be tailored to the requirements of the client:
- Vessel’s Statutory Certificates
- Vessel’s Machinery Spaces and Planned Maintenance System for Outstanding Items
- Oil Samples of Main Engines and Aux Engines (Other Samples by Request)
- Fuel Sampling (by Request)
- General Equipment Functionality Checks
- Vessel Coating Condition (Above Water)
- General Vessel Condition Internally
- Vessel’s Cargo Spaces/Deck Areas
- Structural Condition
- We also offer Out of Water inspections and Sea Trials inspections by request
Case Studies
CPower Vessel Charter & Inspection
CPower contracted CSO Shipbrokers to source a suitable vessel for their project commencing October 2022 at Hollandsee Kust Zuid, a wind farm located ~18-35 kilometres off the Dutch coast in the North Sea.
Renewables Consultancy & Business Support
In December 2021, Foss, a Saltchuk Company, contracted CSO Marine Group (CSO) to provide renewables consultancy and business support following a significant offshore wind project award.
Let us ensure your project’s success
With a range of experience, we approach projects from every angle, providing clients with a 360° view of the solutions available.
Contact us to find out more.