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Buying or owning a yacht in Greece is an exciting adventure. But before you set sail, there’s an important step you shouldn’t skip: a marine survey. This inspection helps you understand the condition of the vessel and avoid costly surprises later. One of the most common questions I get is about the cost of marine inspections . How much should you expect to pay? What factors influence the price? And is it really worth the investment? Let’s dive into these questions together. W

This week’s pre-purchase survey took place at Cleopatra Marina on the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 “CHILLED.” It was a perfect example of how a professional inspection should be conducted. Windy conditions kept things lively outside, but once on board, the focus shifted to methodical access, full exposure of critical areas, and a thorough assessment of the vessel from keel to mast. Understanding the Background of "CHILLED" “CHILLED” is an ex-charter yacht from Sunsail. With forme

A full day on site for a pre-purchase survey is always a reminder of why proper inspections matter so much, especially in today’s market where appearances can be misleading. This yacht was a good example of a vessel that, at first glance, presented well, but as always, it was the detail that told the real story. The weather conditions were ideal, which allowed a calm and methodical inspection of the hull, deck, structure, machinery, rig, and onboard systems. These days make a

Buying or owning a yacht in Greece is an exciting adventure. But before you set sail, there’s an important step you can’t skip: a yacht survey. It’s your best tool to avoid surprises and protect your investment. However, understanding yacht survey pricing can be confusing. I’ve been through this process many times, and I want to share what I’ve learned about the costs involved, so you can plan better and feel confident. What Does a Yacht Surveyor Do? Before diving into costs

Yesterday’s job was a full pre-purchase condition survey on a Lagoon 450 F catamaran at Aktio Marina, Preveza. It was one of those classic winter survey days in the Ionian: cold, clear, and ideal for a proper structural inspection with the boat ashore and everything accessible. These are always the surveys I enjoy most, because they allow a vessel to be assessed methodically and without compromise. A pre-purchase survey is not just about finding faults. It is about understand