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Independent Marine Surveys & Audits

Your independent
eyes on board.

Urban Navis

Professional vessel inspections and technical audits conducted by a practising Master Mariner and Marine Superintendent. No conflicts of interest. No compromise on accuracy.

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10+
Years at Sea
Multi
Flag States
100%
Independent
WW
Availability
About

Expertise earned at sea,
not behind a desk.

Urban Navis is an independent marine survey and consultancy practice founded by a Master Mariner with extensive seagoing and shore-side experience as Marine Superintendent.

We provide objective, conflict-free assessments for shipowners, charterers, operators, brokers, legal counsel and P&I Clubs operating across international shipping markets.

As a single-expert consultancy, every survey is conducted personally — ensuring consistent quality, direct communication and fast turnaround. When you engage Urban Navis, you deal with the surveyor, not an intermediary.

Qualifications & Background
  • Master Mariner Certificate of Competency
  • Marine Superintendent — international experience
  • Multi-flag vessel operations (MLC, SOLAS, MARPOL)
  • ISM & ISPS Code implementation and auditing
  • ISO 14001 EMS — preparation & gap analysis
  • Vetting inspection experience (SIRE / CDI framework)
  • Bulk carriers, tankers, general cargo & multipurpose
  • Available globally on short notice
Services

What we inspect,
audit & assess.

Every engagement is tailored to the client's specific requirements. Reports are delivered in professional format, suitable for legal, commercial and insurance purposes.

01
Condition Survey
Comprehensive assessment of vessel condition for sale, purchase or pre-charter purposes. Full photographic documentation and detailed written report.
Pre-purchaseCharter
02
On/Off-Hire Survey
Independent documentation of vessel condition at delivery and redelivery under time charter. Protects both owner and charterer interests.
Time CharterDispute
03
Pre-Vetting Readiness
Gap analysis and readiness assessment prior to SIRE or CDI inspection. Identification of deficiencies before the formal vetting.
SIRECDIVetting
04
Bunker & ROB Survey
Independent verification of bunker quantity on delivery, bunkering operations, and remaining on board at redelivery.
BunkerROB
05
Cargo Hold / Tank Inspection
Visual inspection and assessment of cargo holds or cargo tanks prior to or after loading. Cleanliness, structural condition, coating status.
BulkTankerGeneral Cargo
06
ISM / ISPS Audit
Assessment of Safety Management System compliance. Gap analysis against ISM Code requirements and preparation for flag state or class audits.
ISMISPSSMS
07
Safety & Navigational Audit
Review of bridge procedures, navigational equipment, voyage planning, ECDIS compliance and officer competency — including dynamic navigational assessment while the vessel is underway at sea.
ECDISBridgeSTCWUnderway
08
ISO 14001 Preparation
Support to prepare for ISO 14001 Environmental Management System certification, including gap analysis. Shore-side and vessel-based assessments.
ISO 14001EMSGap Analysis
09
Underwater Survey
ROV survey with full photo and video documentation and a written report of the underwater inspection — vessel hull, internal tanks, port structures and offshore sea constructions.
ROVHull & TanksPort & Offshore
Bespoke Scope?
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Why Urban Navis

What sets an independent surveyor apart.

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Genuine Independence
No affiliation with shipowners, operators, flag states or classification societies. Our assessment serves your interests — not the vessel's commercial programme.
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Practitioner Experience
Every survey is conducted by a certificated Master who has commanded vessels and worked as Marine Superintendent. We know what operational reality looks like.
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Direct Access
You communicate directly with the surveyor. No account managers, no intermediaries. Fast response, flexible scheduling, and personal accountability for every report.
"When the assessment matters — for a purchase, a dispute, or a vetting — you need someone whose only agenda is accuracy."
— Urban Navis | Independent Marine Surveys
Flag State Experience
Marshall Islands Panama Denmark Bahamas Cyprus Malta Poland + others
Who We Serve

Built for those
who need certainty.

Our clients share one thing: they need an accurate, independent technical assessment they can rely on — commercially, legally, and operationally.

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Charterers & Traders
Need independent verification of vessel condition before committing to a charter or cargo contract. Protect yourself from hidden deficiencies and future disputes.
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Shipowners & Operators
Require external audit support, pre-vetting preparation, or on-demand superintendent services without the cost of a full-time employee.
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Brokers & Ship Agents
Need a reliable, professional surveyor to recommend to clients at short notice. We operate globally and deliver prompt, bankable reports.
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Legal Counsel & P&I Clubs
Require a qualified technical expert for dispute resolution, casualty investigation or expert witness purposes.
Contact

Request a survey
or consultation.

Describe your requirements and we will respond within 24 hours with availability, scope confirmation and fee indication. All enquiries are treated in strict confidence.

Name Przemysław Urban
Email [email protected]
Phone +48 789 044 445
Based Warsaw / Poland / Available Worldwide
Response Within 24 hours
Languages English · Polish
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