The company was established in Brisbane in 1917, and since then has provided general and specific Marine Surveying and Advisory Services of high quality and integrity to the shipping industry.

We are the preferred surveyors to a number of P&I Clubs and Hull and Machinery Underwriters and regularly carry out work for others through their various legal representatives and agents in Australia and the South West Pacific Region.

As professional seamen, we have the qualifications and accumulated experience to investigate all manner of marine incidents and, from time to time, are called upon to provide technical advice on matters where litigation is pending or threatened.

We are well acquainted with all aspects of the safe carriage of General, Heavy Lift, Containerised, Refrigerated and Dry Bulk Cargoes and the associated stevedoring practices. We also have extensive experience of the Bulk Oil, LPG, Chemicals and Liquid Component Trades.

We are Acting (non-exclusive) Surveyors to a number of major Ship Classification Societies and are experienced ship surveyors. Our knowledge of SOLAS Regulations and Classification Rules is constantly updated.

The Company regularly undertakes consultative work for Port Authorities, Shipping Companies and the Mining Industry as well as providing ISM advice and Audit Services to the Marine Industry.

The Company is Quality endorsed to ISO 9001:2000, by SAI Global, License No. 2421. Our Policy and Quality Management System precludes the use of subcontractors, therefore our clients are guaranteed competent, professional representation at all times.

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