About Me
I am a qualified marine surveyor with a Diploma in Yacht and Small Boat Surveying and have been working professionally in the marine industry since 2010. During this time I have built up a large network in London and on the south coast of the UK. Before working as a professional skipper on the Thames, I participated in offshore powerboat racing from 2001 to 2012 where in this time he gained experience in Glass reinforced plastic (GRP) boat building and repairs and working on outboard engines.
Taking this wealth of experience forward with a commercial skippers licence, Thames became the main area of work freelancing to many of the companies in London and this led to working abroad on the European games in Baku.
Progressing further and becoming a Boatmaster Licence holder, Captain and Freeman of the Company of Watermen and Lightermen. During this time my experience and reputation grew and I have proven to be a reliable source of experience and knowledge to many of the companies and boat owners in London and surrounding areas.
Having worked in the commercial sector as a captain and engineer, and I am also a boat owner myself will be assurance that great care is taken as we know what your boat means to you.
If there is anything boat-related that you need help with please get in touch so we can get you on the water as soon as possible!
I can travel wherever needed and I am regularly in Port Solent so If you see me around feel free to say hello and ask any questions.
I looked forward to hearing from you
Paul Hastings
DipMarSur
Services
Pre-Purchase surveys:
Hull Surveys
Insurance Surveys
Boat Delivery
Training ( Freelance RYA instructor)
Vessel Maintenance
Engineering
Consultancy
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Prices and fees.
As each job can differ, we price accordingly depending on Length, construction material, extent of survey, type of vessel ( sail, motor or narrow boat) and many other factors. Please give as much detail about your boat as possible when looking for a quotation.
No travel will be charged for London-based vessels.
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When lifting vessels out for survey hulls must be cleaned before waterline examination and scraping of anti-foul may be required for accurate readings.
What tools for what job?
At GPV Marine Services we know the your survey is a very important document and therefore we use the leading equipment and tools.
For GRP moisture readings our tools of choice is the TRAMEX Skipper plus and Sovereign moisture meters .
For Steel Hull surveys we use the Cygnus 4 ultrasonic depth Gauge.
By using the industry leading tools you can have peace of mind that your survey report information is reliable.
Opening Hours
Get in touch!
Mon - Fri: 8am - 6pm
Sat: 9am - 2pm
Sun: 9am-2pm
