Independent
YSA acts independently of brokers, sellers, yards, manufacturers and other parties involved in the transaction or project.
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INDEPENDENT
MARINE
SURVEYING
Motor Yachts · Sailing Yachts · Sailboats · Catamarans · Small Craft
Independent surveying and technical consultancy for buyers, owners, finance and insurance institutions, yacht managers and marine industry professionals.
Expert Presence in Split with Global Deployment
CORE SERVICES
01Pre-Purchase
Pre-Purchase & Condition Surveys
02Valuation
Valuation Surveys
03Damage & Defect
Damage & Defect Investigation
04New Build
New Build & Warranty Surveys
05Refit & Repair
Refit & Repair Supervision
06Limited Scope
Limited Scope Inspections
Independent assessment and evidence-based reporting with clear recommendations.
Our work combines 30 years of maritime and yachting experience with professional surveying methods and clear technical reporting to support clients with vessel purchase, ownership, valuation, damage assessment, warranty matters, refit, repair and new-build projects.
WHY YSA
30 Years of Maritime & Yachting Experience
Three decades of maritime and yachting experience behind every inspection and report.
Qualified Marine Surveyor
YSA is led by a qualified Yacht & Small Craft Surveyor with a university degree in Nautical Science and professional membership of the International Institute of Marine Surveying.
Clear Technical Reporting
Reports distinguish observed condition, identified deficiencies, their significance and recommended action, while clearly stating limitations and matters requiring further investigation.
VESSELs we survey
HOW A SURVEY WORKS
Enquiry
Tell us about the vessel, its location and the purpose of the survey.
Scope
We establish the required scope and provide a written quotation.
Preparation
Documentation, access, haul-out, sea trial and survey logistics are coordinated.
Inspection
The vessel is inspected in accordance with the agreed scope and the conditions available at the time.
Report
A structured written report documents the inspected areas, findings, significance and recommendations.
Follow-Up
Further discussion, verification or technical support can be arranged where required.
Yacht Survey Adriatic
DOMAGOJ VAKANTE
CEO & Marine Surveyor
He holds a university degree in Nautical Science and a Diploma in Yacht & Small Craft Surveying and is a member of the International Institute of Marine Surveying (IIMS).
His approach is based on systematic inspection, technical evidence, proportionate assessment and clear reporting.
- Nautical Science degree
- Diploma in Yacht & Small Craft Surveying (UK)
- Member of IIMS
- Professional liability insurance
- Based in Split, Croatia
PLANNING A YACHT PURCHASE, INSPECTION OR TECHNICAL PROJECT?
Discuss your requirements with an independent marine surveyor based in Split, Croatia.
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