Osmosis, delamination, core moisture, electrical deficiencies, these are the realities of buying a GRP vessel. We find them before you sign. ABYC Professional Member, Bodrum-based, fully independent.
A freshly painted fiberglass hull can hide osmotic blistering, saturated balsa core, failed structural laminates, and corroded keel fastenings. None of these are visible to the untrained eye. All of them are expensive, and one of them (keel bolt failure) is dangerous.
We have surveyed GRP vessels in Turkey for 15+ years. We know where problems hide, which yards produce reliable work, and what the Turkish resale market will accept. Our reports are written for buyers, not for brokers, not for yards.
Full condition inspection. Hull moisture survey at 60+ locations. Structural, mechanical, electrical. Written ABYC-referenced report in 3-5 days. EUR 850-2,200 based on LOA.
Weekly visits throughout construction. Lamination quality, resin ratio, core installation, verified before any concealment. For Turkish GRP commissions 10m+.
Independent oversight of GRP refit work in Turkish yards. Osmosis treatment, blister repair, structural reinforcement, we verify the work before you pay.
Condition survey for insurance renewal. Accepted by major international marine insurers. Turkish flag and foreign flag vessels. Certificate issued same day.
We find, inspect, and negotiate GRP vessels in Turkey on your behalf. Survey included. No commission from sellers. Flat fee engagement.
Specialist moisture survey and osmosis assessment. Full moisture mapping, severity grading, and repair cost estimation. For vessels 8+ years old.
| Finding | Frequency | Typical cost to fix | Risk if ignored |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osmotic blistering, moderate | 38% of vessels 12+ years | EUR 3,500-8,000 | Progressive hull weakening |
| Balsa/foam core moisture ingress | 22% of sandwich builds | EUR 4,000-18,000 | Delamination, structural failure |
| Keel bolt corrosion / weeping | 31% of fin keel vessels | EUR 2,200-6,500 | Keel loss, life threatening |
| Electrical deficiencies (ABYC E-11) | 58% of all vessels | EUR 1,500-4,000 | Fire, shock, equipment failure |
| Seacocks, seized or non-compliant | 44% of vessels surveyed | EUR 300-1,200 per fitting | Uncontrolled flooding |
| Standing rigging past service life | 41% of sailing vessels | EUR 4,000-9,000 | Dismasting |
Based on Surveyyat pre-purchase surveys conducted in Turkey, 2024-2026.
| Service | Scope | Fee | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Purchase Survey, up to 10m | Full condition, structural, mechanical, electrical | EUR 850 | Report 3-4 days |
| Pre-Purchase Survey, 10-16m | Full condition + moisture survey | EUR 1,100-1,500 | Report 3-5 days |
| Pre-Purchase Survey, 16-24m | Full condition + moisture survey | EUR 1,500-2,200 | Report 4-6 days |
| Osmosis / Moisture Survey only | 60+ point moisture mapping + grading | EUR 450-750 | Same day report |
| Insurance Condition Survey | Certificate + condition summary | EUR 650-1,100 | Certificate same day |
| New Build Supervision | Weekly visits, full duration | 2-3.5% of contract | Duration of build |
| Refit Supervision | Weekly visits, scope-based fee | From EUR 3,200 | Duration of refit |
All fees in EUR. Travel within Bodrum-Göcek-Marmaris corridor included. Turkish VAT (20% KDV) for Turkish-domiciled clients.
Tell us the vessel, location, and when you need it. We respond within 2 hours.