Julian Smith of Hamble Marine Surveys has been selected by the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) as part of a small group of leading marine surveyors from around Europe to attend a 3 day training course covering the MCA Code of Practice MGN 280. The Marine Coastguard Agency (MCA) were involved in the course providing clarification and training on various aspects contained in the Code of Practice. As a RYA/MCA Code of Compliance Examiner, Julian Smith is able to inspect vessels looking to comply to the Code of Practice for commercial operations.

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.

Hamble Marine Surveys are very pleased to have been chosen to survey a J-Boats - J109. Julian Smith of Hamble Marine Surveys was chosen to survey a J109 based upon his extensive experience with this type of yacht and experience racing on J109's in UK. The survey was complex due to extensive past repairs having been carried out on this vessel following a grounding event 12 months previously. The survey required a detailed assessment of the vessel structure and a thorough inspection of the rig and deck hardware.

Hamble Marine Surveys have just completed a Pre-purchase Condition Survey on a 1989 Oyster 406.  Julian Smith of Hamble Marine Surveys is delighted to have been asked by her prospective purchasers to carry out a survey on this vessel in-part due to his experience with Oyster Yachts.