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Marine Appraisals Services

Appraisals and solutions for maritime industries: the foundation on which DFS Maritime was built.
Our Marine Appraisals Services give owners, underwriters, banks and advisers a reliable technical assessment of vessels and marine assets. Marine asset audits and appraisals are our largest area of work, with 329 assignments completed since 2006.

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Why Clients Choose Our Appraisals

  • Accredited marine appraiser and valuer with deep technical backgrounds
  • Independent, fair reporting that stands up with banks, insurers and courts
  • Practical recommendations, not just observations
  • ISO 9001:2015 quality procedures behind every report
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Appraisal and Valuation: Working Together

A valuation tells you what a vessel is worth. An appraisal tells you why, covering the condition, the maintenance, the repair needs and the risks behind the figure. The two can be commissioned together and delivered as one coordinated assignment. See also our dedicated Vessel Valuation service.

What Our Appraisals Cover

Vessel appraisals

Assessment of a vessel’s condition and worth for owners, lenders and buyers

Shipyard evaluation

Assessment of shipyard capability and facilities for owners and financiers

Damage and repair appraisals

Assessment of damage and repair scope for marine underwriters and owners

Marine investigation

Independent technical review following incidents and casualties

Marine asset management audits

Review of how marine assets are maintained, documented and managed