The inspection cycle, the documents you need, and what a buyer should require from the seller before a deal goes ahead.
The report from the most recent Dry Docking usually documents the condition of the hull, the underwater propulsion components and the safety equipment. When you assess a second-hand vessel, it is one of the most important technical documents you can ask to see.
Certificates and cover. The Class Certificate issued by the Classification Society, the Hull and Machinery insurance cover and the P&I Club membership must all be valid and free of suspension. Check the expiry date of each certificate separately.
Pre-purchase Survey. A Pre-purchase Survey carried out by an independent Marine Surveyor, appointed by you as the buyer, is usually a small cost when set against the risk of the transaction.
If you are buying or selling a vessel in Iran, search the listings on Shipo Market, list your vessel for free, or contact Pooria Adli to talk through the documents and inspections your deal needs.