Vessel Inspections
SMC-Group offers comprehensive inspection services for vessels, including ISM/MLC internal audits, navigation assessments, pre-vetting inspections, and more. Our experienced team ensures compliance with international standards and industry best practices, helping to maintain the safety, efficiency, and operational readiness of your fleet.
Our team at SMC-Group takes pride in conducting vessel inspections with the highest standards of thoroughness and precision. With a skilled and experienced team, we ensure that every aspect of a vessel’s condition and operations is carefully reviewed. Our commitment goes beyond regulatory compliance; we aim to provide insights that support continuous improvement onboard. Through our detailed approach and professionalism, we strive to uphold safety, operational readiness, and efficiency on every vessel we inspect.
List of inspections that we provide:
- SIRE 2.0 – Pre-vetting inspections to ensure vessels are thoroughly prepared for vetting.
- Pre-CDI Inspections to ensure vessels are thoroughly prepared for vetting.
- Navigation assessments to verify safe navigation practices and bridge management.
- Internal audit ( ISM, ISPS, MLC ) to ensure adherence to safety, security, and labor standards on board.
- Remote Navigation assessments, offering professional evaluation of navigation procedures through advanced remote access technologies.
- Marine consultancy for expert guidance on marine safety and compliance requirements.
SIRE 2.0 Pre-Vetting Inspection
SIRE 2.0 Pre-Vetting Inspections – Be Ready with SM Consulting
With the introduction of SIRE 2.0, tanker inspections have become more detailed and demanding.
At SM Consulting, we offer expert pre-vetting inspections to ensure your vessel is fully prepared to meet the latest standards. Our experienced inspectors board your vessel to:
- Identify potential issues in advance
- Review documentation and procedures
- Guide and train the crew on inspection expectations
- Ensure full readiness for a successful SIRE 2.0 outcome
We’ve gained solid experience since the launch of SIRE 2.0 and know exactly what’s needed to achieve excellent results.
Navigation and Remote Navigation Assessments
At SM Consulting, we provide comprehensive navigation assessments tailored to your needs—whether remotely or onboard.
Our assessments help ensure your bridge team operates to the highest standards of safety and compliance, aligning with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
Remote Navigation Assessments
Review of voyage data, ECDIS usage, passage planning, and bridge procedures—all conducted remotely by our experienced assessors.Onboard Navigation Assessments
A full bridge team evaluation carried out during actual vessel operations, covering situational awareness, compliance, and bridge resource management.
Our goal is to identify risks, improve performance, and ensure your officers are fully aligned with safe navigation practices.
ISM, ISPS, MLC, Internal Audits
- ISM Code Compliance: Ensuring safety management systems are effective.
- ISPS Code Adherence: Strengthening maritime security measures.
- MLC Compliance: Upholding seafarers' rights and working conditions.
