Tonnage Surveys by Hamble Marine Surveys

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Julian Smith Principal Surveyor of Hamble Marine Surveys, has been appointed by the RYA as an approved Tonnage Surveyors.

Various organisations are approved by the Registry of Shipping & Seamen to undertake Tonnage Surveys which are part of the application necessary for Part 1 Registry.

Any eligible pleasure craft owner can apply to register under Part I of the UK Ship Register. The advantages of Part I registration is that you can:

  • prove title to your boat
  • prove your boat’s nationality
  • use the boat as security to obtain a marine mortgage
  • obtain ‘Transcripts of Registry’, which show the boat’s previous owners and whether there are any outstanding mortgages

To apply for Part 1 Registry you will need to provide a :-

  • Application to Register a British Ship
  • Declaration of Eligibility
  • Title Document - Bill of Sale
  • Builders Certificate
  • a fee

Along with the forms and fees listed above, you will also need to send:

  • Certificate of Incorporation (if a company is applying)
  • Certificate of Survey of Tonnage and Measurement by Hamble Marine Surveys

In the first instance contact Hamble Marine Surveys for advice and guidance if you are looking to Register you vessel.

MCA Registry