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Derek
Levy
BSc
CEng MRINA FIMarEST MIIMS MYS
Marine Surveyor and Naval Architect |
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We provide accurate assessments of the condition of pleasure
craft, giving true valuations of worth and reducing the risk
involved in purchasing a vessel by identifying any defects.
The surveys we perform are acceptable for insurance companies
and finance houses. We take the time to understand the needs
of individual clients and offer a customised and effective
service in full compliance with the applicable standards and
rules, ensuring your vessel is safe and suitable for your
use.
Spheredawn
provides services to yacht owners worldwide. With bases on
the UK South Coast (Brighton) and the French Riviera (Cannes
on the Cote d'Azur) we are especially well placed for surveys
in these locations as travelling expenses are not generally
charged.
Spheredawn
is run by Derek Levy BSc., C.Eng, MRINA, FIMarEST, MIIMS,
MYDSA, a Marine Surveyor and Naval Architect who has more
than twenty five years of experience in the marine industry.
A
member of many professional organisations including the Royal
Institution of Naval Architects,
the Institute of Marine Engineers, the Yacht Designers &
Surveyors Association and the International Institute of Marine
Surveyors, Derek Levy is part of an established network of
professionals in marine science and technology.
Spheredawn
provides clients with exact information about their vessels.
Whether pre-purchase, insurance condition, MCA compliance,
tonnage or damage surveys of pleasure craft.
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conduct the following surveys: (links to full explanations
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Pre-purchase survey
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When
buying a new or second-hand vessel, it is strongly
advisable to have the craft inspected by an independent
Marine Surveyor. We meticulously check the machinery,
rig, service systems and equipment to determine if
there are any defects. These are prioritised to reflect
their importance.
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Insurance
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An
insurance company will almost certainly ask for a
survey to assess the risk of underwriting. This type
of survey covers the structural integrity and general
safety of the vessel. An assessment of value is included
in the report.
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Hull and Deck Structure |
A
helpful report for an experienced owner who is content
to assess the condition of secondary and outfit items
without external expertise, but wants to ensure the
integrity of the boat.
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Hull External Inspection and Osmosis Check |
Only
considers the external condition of the hull.
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MCA Compliance |
If
a boat is to be used commercially an MCA compliance
survey is required.
The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) regulate
the industry standards for British flagged vessels.
It has delegated its authority to a small number of
professional bodies.
Spheredawn is authorised to perform MCA compliance
surveys. I am on the Certifying Authority Committee
of the YDSA and act as a scrutineer of other surveyor’s
work. Larger vessels can be coded through Jersey.
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• Tonnage Measurement |
You
may need to register your vessel with a flag state
as proof of title or for other reasons. For larger
vessels, through Jersey Registry, a load line can
be assigned for vessels up to 150 tons.
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Damage Inspections |
This
type of survey is usually instructed by an insurance
company to assess the extent of any damage resulting
from an alleged casualty and any subsequent claim.
We are approved by a number of insurance companies.
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Valuations |
You
may require a valuation for insurance, mortgage, probate
or other reasons. Our surveys are acceptable for all
such purposes.
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Port Locations of recent Surveys |
Dover
Port, Eastbourne,
Brighton
Marina, Port
Shoreham, Chichester
Marina, Port
Hamble, Ocean
Village Marina Southampton, Cobbs
Quay Poole, Port
Hercule Monaco, Port
St Jean cap Ferrat,
Port
Garavan Menton, Port
Vauban Antibes,
Port
Pierre Canto Cannes, Port
Mandelieu la Napoule, Port
Frejus, Port
Grimaud, Port
Cogolin, Port
Napoleon, Port
Marseille
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recreational and pleasure boats and yachts in the UK and Mediterranean