Superyacht being prepared for survey on hardstand at Oceania Marine Shipyards, Port Whangarei, New Zealand
Oceania Marine Shipyards are situated in Port Whangarei, New Zealand, strategically positioned in the South Pacific ready to service the Superyacht fleet exploring the unique wonders of the Pacific region. An integral aspect of the operations for superyachts involves completing inspections and surveys required to uphold class classification and flag state compliance.
Inspections cover the physical condition of items to establish their functionality and serviceability. These inspections may be mandated by the vessel's flag state or classification agency surveyors, as well as by the crew or insurance underwriter.
Surveys, are more stringent processes designed to examine the vessel's condition and ensure adherence to regulatory, safety, and class rules. The specific surveys and inspections required vary depending on the flag, class agency, and tonnage. While some inspections and surveys are obligatory, others may be contingent on factors such as age, condition, or service history. Survey types typically cover:
- Annual survey
- Hull survey
- Special survey
- Dry dock survey
- Safety construction survey
- Load line survey
Oceania Marine pride themselves on coordinating with surveyors and the vessel to plan the survey works in combination with any other refit or maintenance works that are scheduled to be undertaken at the same time. The shipyard's 4-ha hardstand and refit sheds allow for the disassembly and arrangement of items like valves, machinery, and shafts in close proximity, providing a covered environment for measurement, inspection, and repairs as needed.
Valves removed and disassembled for survey at Oceania Marine Shipyards, Port Whangarei, New Zealand
The team consists of a highly skilled workforce with years of experience conducting inspection and survey works not only for superyachts but also for a diverse array of maritime vessels, including those subject to stringent requirements.In addition, Whangarei is home to a highly skilled service industry and labour resources that few other centres in the Pacific can offer.
It has a long maritime history and is one of New Zealand’s largest marine construction and refit locations. Superyacht captains can be assured that by choosing to berth at Port Whangarei they will have everything they need to maintain, refurbish or refit their yachts.
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If you need to schedule upcoming surveys, contact Oceania Yacht Support Agent Virginia, who can assist with berthage at the large yacht facility at Port Nikau and organise haul-out for the ‘out of the water’ works at Oceania Marine Shipyards, all of which are located alongside each other at Port Whangarei.
The superyacht marina can accommodate vessels up to 90M and the shipyard has dual travel lifts of 100T and 560T!
Superyacht on hardstand at Oceania Marine Shipyards, Port Whangarei, New Zealand – Keel removal for crack testing and inspection
