AMSA-accredited commercial vessel surveys, NSCV compliance assessments, pre-purchase inspections, and full marine consulting — delivered with the rigour your vessel deserves.
What we do
Whether you are buying, selling, insuring, or converting a vessel to commercial service — we provide thorough, independent assessments grounded in AMSA requirements and NSCV standards.
Full initial and renewal surveys for AMSA Class 1C, 1D, 1E, 2C, 2D, 4C, and 4D certification. We manage the certification process from inspection to Permit to Operate.
NSCV ComplianceIndependent assessment before you buy — structural integrity, mechanical condition, electrical systems, and safety equipment. Uncover hidden issues and negotiate with confidence.
Buyers & SellersInsurance risk evaluation and renewal surveys for brokers, underwriters, and owners. Detailed condition assessment with comprehensive photographic record.
InsuranceBIMCO-standard condition surveys for owners, charterers, and operators. Full deficiency schedule, machinery hours, fuel and consumables — documented for charter protection.
BIMCO CharterUltrasonic thickness gauging for steel, aluminium, and GRP vessels — without the cost of slipping or opening the hull. Precise measurements with formal report.
NDTComprehensive scored condition reports for passenger vessels, ferries, workboats, and dredging equipment — with section scores, colour-coded deficiencies, and priority action lists.
Commercial VesselsPassage plans, risk assessments, Job Safety Analyses, and Safety Management Systems prepared to AMSA Marine Order 504 and NSCV standards.
Marine OperationsGap analysis, upgrade plans, and pathway documents for converting recreational vessels to AMSA commercial survey — including NSCV C1 accommodation assessments.
ConversionCommercial vessel registration under the St Kitts and Nevis flag state — an internationally recognised open registry for offshore and international trading operations.
Flag StateAMSA Certification
Full range of AMSA domestic commercial vessel classes under the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) and the Marine Safety (DCV) National Law Act 2012.
About us
Stephen Eiszele is an AMSA-accredited marine surveyor with memberships in the Australian Institute of Marine Surveyors (AIMS) and the International Institute of Marine Surveying (IIMS). We survey vessels of all types and sizes across Australia.
Fully accredited under the Marine Safety (DCV) National Law Act 2012 — authorised to conduct and recommend commercial vessel surveys to AMSA.
We represent you — not the seller, insurer, or yard. Our findings are honest and complete, even when the news is not what you hoped for.
GRP, aluminium, steel, timber — monohull and catamaran — sail and power — recreational to 50-metre passenger ferries.
Based in Brisbane, operating nationally — Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, and by arrangement throughout Australia for commercial survey assignments.
Client reviews
"You have saved us a lot of money — which is the value of getting a professional on the task. I believe you have done a very thorough and professional survey. I would recommend you to everyone."
"From the moment I made contact I had confidence that this was the man to survey my boat. Professional, knowledgeable, and thorough. The written report was comprehensive and received in a prompt and timely manner."
"If you need your boat surveyed with someone you can trust — prompt, honest, great value — I can highly recommend this company. Very professional and an absolute pleasure to deal with."
"Steve was prompt and accurate with his inspection and written report. A pleasure to deal with."
Our work
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Get in touch
Tell us about your vessel and what you need — we respond promptly with a quote and availability.