
Are you facing a critical decision about your vessel, business, or marine investment and need expert guidance you can trust?
At Marine Surveys of North Carolina, our maritime consulting services are built to help you navigate the complex waters of vessel ownership, safety compliance, insurance, and legal challenges. Led by a certified marine safety consultant, our consulting services bridge the gap between marine operations and regulatory compliance.
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Our services are tailored to support a broad spectrum of clients who rely on vessels for work, recreation, or business.
We proudly serve clients throughout North Carolina and the surrounding coastal regions, including:
Our strategic maritime consulting services are designed to protect your investment, improve compliance, and reduce long-term risk.
We don’t offer one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, we bring decades of experience as certified marine safety consultants to deliver tailored and strategic guidance. Here’s how we help clients make confident, well-informed decisions:
Our marine safety consultant reviews your vessel’s systems, safety equipment, and procedures to ensure full compliance with ABYC, NFPA, and CFR standards. Whether you’re preparing for an audit or want a safety review after a refit, we’ll help reduce risks and keep your crew safe.
Understanding U.S. Coast Guard regulations, federal codes, and industry standards can be overwhelming. Our maritime consulting services offer clear, actionable advice on how to meet legal and operational requirements for your specific vessel and use case.
Thinking of buying or selling a boat or yacht? We offer guidance on pricing, required repairs, risk evaluation, and survey preparation. Our consultants help you avoid pitfalls, identify value, and negotiate from an informed position.
Our expert maritime consultants provide impartial, well-documented opinions and testimony for insurance claims, liability disputes, or damage litigation. If you’re an attorney or adjuster, we can assist with credible technical input to strengthen your case.
From refits to new builds, our maritime consulting services include project oversight to ensure that work meets specifications and safety standards. We review shipyard practices, inspect critical systems, and provide regular status updates.
Whether you’re buying, selling, managing, or protecting a vessel, our expert maritime consulting services are here to guide every decision. Contact us today to speak with a trusted marine safety consultant and get the clarity and confidence you need on the water and beyond.
Our professional maritime consulting services make all the difference.
Our maritime consulting services provide you with expert analysis and practical advice to help you avoid costly mistakes when buying, selling, or managing marine vessels.
A certified marine safety consultant can identify potential hazards before they lead to accidents, helping you implement safer practices and meet required safety standards.
Navigating complex regulations from the U.S. Coast Guard, CFR, ABYC, and NFPA can be challenging. Our maritime consulting ensures your vessel or operation complies with all applicable laws and guidelines.
With expert project oversight and technical reviews, you can avoid unexpected delays, substandard work, and budget overruns, especially during vessel refits or new builds.
Our consultants offer well-documented, unbiased reports that support legal teams and adjusters during damage claims, liability cases, or marine insurance disputes.
Chris Kaufman2025-06-11Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Andrew is very knowledgeable and also able to explain things so that even those with far less experience can understand it. This is an invaluable skill in a surveyor. While some people simply want a survey for insurance purposes. I want the detailed report and punch list for me to go through and repair, restore and maintain my sailboat. Andrew is generous with his time and wants to make sure you understand the report and the needs of your boat. Highly recommended! Jason Napoletano2025-04-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Andrew was more — in every way. Andrew Gallant was more in every sense of the word: **more thorough, more knowledgeable, more communicative, and yes — more expensive — but every bit of that extra cost was worth it.** From the start, he was patient and considerate of my limited knowledge, taking the time to clearly explain everything without making me feel rushed or overwhelmed. He waited extra time (without complaint) while we had to call the owner to come move the boat onto the trailer, and still maintained a calm, professional demeanor throughout. Unlike the mechanic I brought, who offered mostly grunts and vague answers, Andrew was clear, methodical, and extremely helpful in pointing out the important things — without overreacting or unnecessarily condemning items. I genuinely felt more comfortable and confident having him there. When you're making a big purchase like a boat, you need someone like Andrew in your corner. Don't be pennywise and pound foolish — go with someone who gives you peace of mind. Andrew was worth every bit *more* he provided. Nate Oswald2025-01-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had an excellent experience working with Andrew as my boat surveyor. From start to finish he was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and thorough. Andrew answered every question I had, both before and after the survey, with great detail, ensuring I fully understood the process and results. It was clear that his goal was to help me make an educated and financially sound decision which I truly appreciated. His expertise and dedication gave me total confidence in the survey and my eventual purchase. I couldn’t recommend Andrew enough to anyone in need of a reliable and skilled boat surveyor! Amy Whetzel2024-11-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Marine Surveys (Andrew) came out and did a survey for our 48 foot Albin after the marina damaged her during a haul out. The marina wanted to handle the damage at their own expense and got their own estimates that did not truly reflect the level of damage. After we provided them with this survey, they filed an insurance claim and now our boat is being properly handled for repair. Huge thank you!!!!!
Boat and yacht owners, insurance companies, maritime attorneys, brokers, and commercial operators all benefit from maritime consulting. Our services are ideal for anyone needing expert marine advice and documentation.
A marine safety consultant evaluates a vessel’s equipment, systems, and procedures to identify risks and ensure compliance with ABYC, NFPA, CFR, and U.S. Coast Guard standards. We help you reduce liability and improve safety protocols.
Yes, marine surveyors inspect vessel conditions, while maritime consultants provide strategic guidance, regulatory support, and expert insight for broader operational, legal, or safety needs. We complement, not replace, surveys.
We guide clients through applicable regulations and standards, helping them meet requirements for inspections, certifications, and insurance coverage. Our consulting minimizes legal and financial risks tied to non-compliance.
Absolutely. We provide impartial technical reports, documentation, and expert opinions for marine claims, liability disputes, and litigation. Our maritime consulting services support attorneys, adjusters, and vessel owners alike.
We provide consulting for recreational boats, yachts, commercial vessels, and workboats. From small crafts to high-value builds, our expertise covers a wide range of vessel types and use cases.
Yes. Our pre-purchase maritime consulting helps buyers understand pricing, needed repairs, potential risks, and the vessel’s true value. It’s a smart step before committing to a marine survey or making an offer.
Definitely. We offer project oversight and technical reviews throughout refits or builds, ensuring that all work meets safety, quality, and compliance standards from start to finish.
We help commercial clients manage regulatory requirements, vessel safety audits, risk assessments, and operational efficiency. Our maritime consulting services are tailored to fleet needs and business goals.
While we primarily serve clients in North Carolina and surrounding coastal regions, we may consult on projects elsewhere depending on scope. Contact us directly to discuss your specific needs.
1401 Spencer Ave, New Bern, NC 28560, United States