I think the late 'winter nights' on-board 'Christina' marketing the new website www.yachtsurveysgreece.com has paid off, as some interesting jobs are coming in
from all corners of the Greek Islands. Next Wednesday im flying off to Preveza
and Messolonghi for five days to Survey a 2006 Bavaria 42, a Prout Catamaran
and a 1985 Mainship Nantucket 40. An interesting group of boats. The Prout Cats
are a well-known build. The Prout family began building cats in the 1950s, and
their boats have been well known and respected in the United Kingdom and Europe
for half a century.
Welcome! I have been surveying boats since 1995, and by 2024, I have completed over 3800 surveys, encompassing a wide range of sail and power boats. Email me: Steve Truss at: steventruss1@aol.com. What can I help you with?
Thinking about buying or insuring a boat in Preveza Greece??
Sunday 17 July 2016
Thursday 14 July 2016
All my Blogging paid off!
I am delighted to hear that my business has been nominated in the Most Effective Use of Social Media Award category for the forthcoming IIMS Silver Jubilee Awards for Excellence in Marine Surveying. All that blogging over the past 10 years paid off!
Www.yachtsurveysgreece.com.
We have been surveying boats since 1995. By 2015 we will have completed over 3500 surveys. Now also based in Greece, we are able to travel to all the Greek Islands to carry out marine surveys in the Cylades, Northern Aegian, Dodecanese, Ionian, Sporades and the Saronics. We specialise in yacht surveys on Catamarans, Cruising Yachts, Sail boats, Motor Boats, Steel Yachts and all Wooden Craft.
Www.yachtsurveysgreece.com.
We have been surveying boats since 1995. By 2015 we will have completed over 3500 surveys. Now also based in Greece, we are able to travel to all the Greek Islands to carry out marine surveys in the Cylades, Northern Aegian, Dodecanese, Ionian, Sporades and the Saronics. We specialise in yacht surveys on Catamarans, Cruising Yachts, Sail boats, Motor Boats, Steel Yachts and all Wooden Craft.
Saturday 9 July 2016
UK Yacht Surveyor for Damage Reports working in Greece
A Damage Survey is usually commissioned by a specific insurance company as part of a claim investigation. Its function is to establish the extent of the damage and to give an estimate of the cost of repair. In such circumstances, the Surveyor acts as the Underwriter's eyes and ears. The Surveyor works in liaison with the insured, the repair facility and all the relevant participants.
Tuesday 5 July 2016
Saturday 2 July 2016
British Yacht Surveyors in Athens Greece
We provide a range of Marine Surveys including Pre-Purchase Surveys, Hull Surveys, Systems Surveys, Sea Trials, Insurance Surveys, Damage Surveys, Valuation Reports and Finance Surveys. With many years of experience representing interests of both Purchaser and Vendor, we are fully aware of the problems which may arise in the process of purchasing a vessel.
We are full Members of the IIMS (International Institute of Marine Surveying) and we are proud and passionate about the services we provide. We will give you an honest opinion of the condition of the boat surveyed and we will carefully construct a choice of survey options to meet your needs. We guarantee a 36 hour delivery of a personalised and comprehensive survey report in PDF (electronic) format with a bound quality hard copy to follow on request.
We have been surveying boats since 1995. By 2015 we will have completed over 3500 surveys, which have included 100's of types of sail and power boats. Having spent 15 years running a successful business in the UK, we now also have a base in Greece, and are able to travel to all the Greek Islands in the Cylades, Northern Aegian, Dodecanese, Ionian, Sporades and the Saronics. We specialise in Catamarans, Cruising Yachts, Sail boats, Motor Boats, Steel Yachts and all Wooden Craft.
THE NUMBERS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES, WHY GO ANYWHERE ELSE?
www.yachtsurveysgreece.com
Wednesday 29 June 2016
Our Pre purchase survey report!
Tailored for the intended purchase of a vessel and designed
to allow you to make an informed and balanced purchase decision. Our Pre
Purchase Survey includes all the major elements a full condition survey covers,
with the inclusion of additional comment upon the general maintenance
requirements, serviceability and cosmetic appearance of the vessel and
equipment and comment upon exceptional or outstandingly good or bad items and
an independent valuation as a valuable second opinion for peace of mind.
Whilst such items may not affect the structural integrity of
the vessel these may have an impact upon market desirability and/or valuation
of the vessel and therefore represent important considerations for a
prospective purchaser.
Our pre purchase survey report will give you a clear and
realistic assessment of the vessel with detailed breakdown of recommendations
and action points clearly graded as essential, recommended and advisory and
will serve as a useful ongoing maintenance manual for your vessel.
WHAT IS COVERED BY
A PRE PURCHASE SURVEY?
·
Identification of vessel.
·
External hull and hull structure.
·
Internal structure and stiffening.
·
Internal fit out and joinery.
·
Underwater sections.
·
Moisture reference readings.
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Keel, ballast & keel fixings.
·
Rudder and steering system.
·
Stern gear & stern gland and sail drive.
·
Cathodic protection.
·
Skin fittings and sea valves.
·
Hull fittings.
·
Hull to deck joint.
·
Deck structure, coach roof and cockpits.
·
Deck fittings, handrails & stanchions.
·
Hatches doors and port lights.
·
Ground tackle.
·
Anchoring and mooring arrangements.
·
Exhaust system.
·
Fuel system installation.
·
Bilge and pumping systems.
·
Toilet system installation.
·
Fresh water system installation.
·
Gas system installation.
·
Ventilation.
·
Fire safety and equipment.
·
Electrical system installation.
·
Low voltage systems.
·
240 v systems.
·
Navigation systems.
·
Domestic systems.
·
Additional comment on cosmetics and below decks.
·
Safety equipment.
·
Maintenance advice and requirements.
·
Overall comment.
·
Market valuation.
·
Assistance throughout the purchase.
Saturday 28 May 2016
Yacht Surveys Greece
The following is a list of the largest of the Greek islands where we can carry out surveys. The table includes all islands of over 75 square miles (190 km2).
1 Yacht Survey Crete
2 Yacht Survey Euboea
3 Yacht Survey Lesbos North
Aegean Islands
4 Yacht Survey Rhodes Dodecanese
5 Yacht Survey Chíos North
Aegean Islands
6 Yacht Survey Cephalonia
Ionian Islands
7 Yacht Survey Corfu Ionian
Islands
8 Yacht Survey Lemnos North Aegean Islands
9 Yacht Survey Samos North Aegean Islands
10 Yacht Survey Naxos Cyclades
11 Yacht Survey Zakynthos Ionian
Islands
12 Yacht Survey Thassos
13 Yacht Survey Andros Cyclades
14 Yacht Survey Lefkada Ionian Islands
15 Yacht Survey Karpathos Dodecanese
16 Yacht Survey Kos Dodecanese
17 Yacht Survey Kythira Ionian
Islands
18 Yacht Survey Icaria North
Aegean Islands
19 Yacht Survey Skyros Northern
Sporades
20 Yacht Survey Paros Cyclades
21 Yacht Survey Tinos Cyclades
For more information email: info@yachtsurveysgreece.com or visit our website |
Thursday 12 May 2016
Yacht Surveys Greece - This weeks second inspection was this Caïque
This weeks second inspection was this Caïque, a traditional fishing boat usually found among the
waters of the Ionian or Aegean Sea. Traditionally a small wooden trading vessel
and rigged with a sail. The caïque is also a typical case of positioning the
widest beam far aft, with a long sharp bow. Today, this type of vessel, varying
in size are popular for tourist charters.
Caïques were
built on the foreshore in a shipyard from pine wood. The hull of the craft is
built with sawn ribs and a timber keel, stem, etc. covered with carvel
planking, terminated with the deck. In the stern of the caïque the predominant
form is the tiller. (see pic).
Each caïque is unique. The majority are built from the boatbuilder's craft and memory having no plans. Her interior is still in the process of being fitted out so her layout at this time is uncertain.
New hydraulic steering.... bye bye tiller. |
The mast step. |
Super strength hull - keep well clear any plastic yachts! |
Cleopatra Marina in Preveza has hard standing for over a 1000 boats. We have made some good contacts here so will look forward to our next visit. |
Cleopatra
Marina is located on the Aktion Peninsula, in the heart of the Ionian Sea. Near
the cities of Preveza and Lefkada, just 1,5 km from Aktion Airport, the marina
is easily accessible, well-protected, an ideal starting point to explore the
ravishing shores of the Ionian islands.
Yacht Survey Marine Survey in Preveza Greece.
We are in Cleopatra Marina in Preveza, Greece this week Surveying two Wooden Vessels. This 22m Turkish Gulet and in 3 days we start an inspection on a Traditional Greek Boat. Fantastic facilities at this huge Marina with over a 1000 boats on hardstanding!!
If your looking to buy a boat and want a Survey please email me at steventruss1@aol.com or link through my website at www.yachtsurveysgreece.com
If your looking to buy a boat and want a Survey please email me at steventruss1@aol.com or link through my website at www.yachtsurveysgreece.com
We specialise in large wooden craft. |
www.yachtsurveysgreece.com
Saturday 7 May 2016
Searanger 448 for sale. Offers invited
Searanger 448 for sale
Type: Searanger 448 Trawler Yacht.
Built by SeaRanger Yachts
Ltd, Oundle in 1997 Designed by Bill Dixon.
Year built: 1997.
Engines: Twin Volvo TAMD73P 6-cylinder
430hp diesel engines. Cruise Speed: 18-25 knots.
Email: steventruss1@aol.com
Saturday 9 April 2016
Yacht Surveys Greece.com
Welcome to
Insight Marine Surveys Ltd, presently operating around the Greek islands.
Insight Marine
Surveys have been surveying boats since 1995. By 2015 we will have completed
over 3500 surveys, which have included 100's of types of sail and power boats,
having spent 15 years running a successful business in the UK. Now based in
Greece we are able to travel to all the Greek Islands in the Cylades, Northern
Aegian, Dodecanese, Ionian, Sporades and the Saronics. We specialise in
Catamarans, Cruising Yachts, Sail boats, Motor Boats, Steel Yachts and all
Wooden Craft.
We provide a
range of Marine Surveys including Pre-Purchase Surveys, Hull Surveys, Systems
Surveys, Sea Trials, Insurance Surveys, Damage Surveys, Valuation Reports and
Finance Surveys. We carry professional indemnity insurance cover to the maximum
single claim value of £5,000,000. With many years of experience representing
interests of both Purchaser and Vendor, we are fully aware of the problems
which may arise in the process of purchasing a vessel.
We are full
Members of the IIMS (International Institute of Marine Surveying) and we are
proud and passionate about the services we provide. We will give you an honest
opinion of the condition of the boat surveyed and we will carefully construct a
choice of survey options to meet your needs.
We guarantee a 36 hour delivery of a personalised and comprehensive
survey report in PDF (electronic) format with a bound quality hard copy to
follow on request.
Click the link to your right to speak to us or
drop us an email }
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Wednesday 6 April 2016
Yacht Surveys Greece
Wednesday 23 March 2016
Rigging Surveys in Samos Greece
I was checking out the rig on our own boat today at Samos Marina in Greece.
A Rig Survey is recommended before you carry out any period of extended cruising or when your Yacht’s Rigging Wires (standing rigging) are more than a few years old. Some Insurance Companies will require that you replace your rigging wires every ten years, other Insurance companies will only continue to insure you if you have a Rig Survey.
There are basically two methods of surveying the rig, with the mast stepped (standing) or un-stepped (lowered). The most effective method of surveying the rig is to un-step the mast and inspect the spars when supported horizontally on stands. This should be done periodically during the life of a sailing yacht. Interim inspections can be carried out with the rig stepped (standing).
Insurance companies will generally not expect a rig to be un-stepped for inspection, so at Insight Marine Surveys the Rig Survey for insurance generally involves the surveyor going up the mast (See pic - inspection from aloft).
Insight Marine Surveys carry out Rig Surveys on all types of rigs throughout the Greek islands. We have experience in surveying spars constructed of different materials including; Aluminium alloy, carbon, wood and steel. We hold qualifications in marine surveying and are members of surveying organisation; International Institute of Marine Surveying (IIMS).
Rig surveys for yachts up to and around 12 metres or about 40 feet are normally completed within two or three hours. Rig Surveys on larger yachts with multiple spars are generally completed within one day.
The Rig Survey includes an inspection of the following:
Rig Survey Equipment
Mast(s), including mast base, cap and tangs
Boom(s) and fittings
Rigging wires (standing rigging)
Rigging terminals
Turnbuckles (rigging screws) wire locking and split pinning
Chain plates
A report is provided explaining the findings of the Rig Survey. Within the report, problems found during the survey are listed and information is given on their importance and recommendations for repair.
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