The first step to make an in-water survey possible is for BW TECH Global Logistics Services Pvt Ltd to work with the client to send an initial application to the classification societies’ Ship Safety division indicating the intention to have any ship(s) participate in an in-water survey program.

The ship then must be examined to get an approval of Class Societies Ship Safety Headquarters to get into the In-Water Survey Program. This examination of the underwater portion and fittings of the hull as required by the appropriate regulations can be made by BW TECH Global Logistics Services Pvt Ltd’s team of competent divers and technicians in the presence of a Marine Surveyor.

The in-water survey will provide, for as far as possible, the information on the condition of the vessel’s underwater hull and fittings usually obtained from a previous survey.

The proposed survey site should be in a protected location with calm clear water providing good underwater visibility. Visibility is typically greater than 2 meters length. Sufficient visibility shall be available to enable the Marine Surveyor to ascertain if the hull has undergone any permanent setup or set down.

The hull should be clean for external survey and the Marine Surveyor should be satisfied that the method and quality of pictorial presentation is satisfactory, and that the information obtained enables a reliable assessment to be made of the condition of the hull.

An examination of the entire vessel below the waterline will be carried out by a BW TECH competent diver using live video feed with two-way communication capable of being monitored by the Marine Surveyor as required. Where practicable the in-water survey should be carried out while the vessel is in Light Operating Condition to facilitate the survey.

A full written divers report and copy of video and/or colour still photographs are submitted after the survey to the clients vessel master and/or headquarters and the classification society’s marine surveyor.