The construction of a new yacht or the refitting of an existing one

is a major investment and we will make sure that it will be an enjoyable and exciting procedure

which will allow you to express your personal taste and style.

NYS Yachting Consultants will handle your project,

from concept design to delivery sea trials.

By choosing the right technical consultants

you will feel secure and stress-free

with your investment throughout the year.

The primary objective of

the Pre-purchase Condition Survey (PPCS) is to

ascertain the structural integrity of the vessel

and assess the condition of any system onboard.

Τhe value of something is said to be what someone is willing to pay for it.

Valuation surveys are carried out to  estimate the current value of a yacht.

The following should be included in the report derived from a Pre-purschase survey and/or Valuation survey:

(1) operation results of electrical, propulsion, navigation, fuel systems and

         all machinery possible while the yacht is still afloat in the water.

(2) out of water inspection findings of underwater hull and fittings.

(3) Condition of the interior spaces.

(4) Inspection findings of the hull internally where accessible

(5) Repair recommendations.

(6) Market Value estimation based on condition.

Sea trials are used to check how the vessel  performs

and the operation of on board systems.

This is often part of a final delivery or pre-purchase survey 

and would normally only last an hour or so.

Sea trials would cover the following:

• Water ingress – through skin fittings, stern glands, etc
• Starting – how well the engine starts from cold
• Engine performance – performed by engine’s manufacturers 
• Visual engine inspection – oil or water leaks
• External exhaust inspection – smoke, cooling water flow (if seen)
• Steering – responsiveness, full lock, heaviness
• Check the vessels instrumentation – depth, chart plotter, log, etc
• Engine leg trim (motor boats only)
• Sails and sail handling equipment (sailing yachts only)

Insurance surveys are periodically required by the insurers

to enable them to have a clear understanding of the asset that is being insured.

 Insurance surveys can be requested every five years by some insurance companies.

 An Insurance survey has two primary purposes:

(1) to identify the vessel, its equipment, its condition and general value

(2) to identify defects and damages that pose a potential threat to the safety of the vessel

and subsequently to its passengers.

This type of survey also provides the owner with a professional evaluation of the vessel.

and ascertains the structural integrity of core systems such as mast, sails or engines.

An out of water survey would be required.

Pleasure craft occasionally suffer machinery problems.

Surveyors are usually appointed to investigate

the cause, nature and extent of damage on behalf of underwriters.