Our Services
  ✔    Pre-Purchase Surveys
  ✔    Insurance Surveys
  ✔    Hull Surveys
  ✔    Mast & Rigging Surveys
  ✔    Tonnage Surveys
  ✔    Limited Scope Surveys
  ✔    Osmosis Inspection
  ✔    Sea Trials
  ✔    Marine Consultation
  ✔    Yacht Deliveries
Qualifications
Our Principal Marine Surveyor at GYS is International Boat Building Training College (IBTC) qualified and holds a diploma in Marine Surveying in Yacht and Small Craft Surveying. He is a member of the Yacht Designers & Surveyors Association (YDSA), International Institute of Marine Surveying (IIMS), British Marine Surveyors Europe (BMSE), and an Associate of the Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA).

With 30 Years of marine experience and 30,000 miles under his keel Racing, Delivering & Cruising Yachts he is able to help guide clients with a wealth of knowledge & experience.

​As a member of several Marine Surveying organisations we also carry Full Professional Indemnity Insurance.

Survey Types

Pre Purchase Surveys 

A pre purchase survey is intended to give peace of mind when purchasing a Sailing or Motor Yacht that the vessel is both sea worthy & has no hidden faults which may later be found.
Insurance Surveys
An insurance survey may be required by insurers or underwriters upon new ownership of a vessel, or at periodic time periods; Typically every 5 years.
Hull Surveys 
The hull is fundamental to the overall structural integrity of a vessel, and our inspections are taken whilst vessels are out of the water. We check for Osmosis and external damage to all underwater appendages.
Mast & Rigging Surveys
The Mast & Rig are key components of any sailing yacht and we are able to provide a full written report or opinion on standing rigging, running rigging, sails, mast and spars, associated equipment, winches & fittings. ​
Limited Scope Surveys
A limited scope survey is often considered when a full pre purchase survey is not required. This may be because only part of the vessel needs to be inspected, for example the hull, rig or stern gear.
Tonnage Surveys
As part of the Part 1 British registration a Tonnage Measurement certificate is a prerequisite. The Part 1 registration gives an owner proof of title which can prove beneficial when dealing with financial institutions such as lenders who may have a part in a yacht purchase.
Surveyor & Survey Locations
Our senior surveyor specialises in surveying Yachts & Power boats of all types, sizes & materials. We survey extensively throughout Europe at multiple survey locations. We inspect Racing Yachts, Blue Water Cruisers, Classic Sailing Yachts & Motor Yachts.

We work closely with our clients finding the right survey for their needs. Offering Pre Purchase, Insurance, Hull/Limited Scope, and Tonnage Surveys, as well as an additional consultation services.
Frequently Surveyed Yachts
Beneteau - Jeanneau - Hanse - Hallberg- Rassy   -    Hylas  -    Tayana    -   Island  Packet 
​Moody    -    Oyster   -    Fairline    -    Sunseeker
​Princess    -    Sealine    -    Bavaria    -   Nauticat
Contest   -   Dufour  -  Amel  -  Dehler  -  JBoats

Testimonials

'Thank you for your prompt and professional service. This is our first boat purchase and it was reassuring to have someone we trust advising us. We would not hesitate to recommend you to other boat buyers.' - Karen & Charles

'The survey was very thorough and well written. Rolf was a pleasure to deal with, and happy to answer follow-up questions.' - Stephen

​Thank you for all your help and assistance during the process of purchase. The level of knowledge and professionalism was fantastic and made the process a lot less stressful.' - Martin Pavelka

'Thank you, for your very helpful and thorough report. The Jeremy Fisher is great, thank you for all your help.' - Frances

'Thanks Rolf, I have read your survey report and am pleased by how comprehensive it is. I really appreciate speaking with you after the survey was completed as this clarified a number of outstanding questions I had regarding the boat.' - Julie

'Thanks to Rolf I now hold a hull survey which certifies my boat has passed a thorough hull inspection check. This paper work is not only imperative for me to obtain my insurance for when I get back on the water but is reassuring nod that gives me the confidence to carry on with the project.' - Mike
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'Thank you for your report which was very clear and concise and gave me the confidence to proceed with the purchase. I also found your recommendations very helpful as this also enabled me to negotiate further with the vendor of the vessel, prior to purchase' - Jack

'Thanks to you for all your help in the survey of our yacht. Not only was your report detailed but your knowledge and help preceding the survey in getting a pre purchase contract drawn up, which was invaluable and gave us the peace of mind to proceed with the purchase' - Kate & John

​'We wanted a surveyor who was an expert in blue water sailing boats as we were looking at a number of vessels to take our family sailing in the Med and Caribbean. We found Rolfs wealth and depth of knowledge when it came to these types yachts invaluable. He was meticulous when it came to surveying the vessel and the very detailed report was superbly helpful when it came to negotiating with the owner' - Trudy & Ron
Recently Surveyed Vessels
Yacht Deliveries 
With over 30,000 miles under his keel our senior surveyor can assist with your skippering needs, be it getting your vessel to survey or further a field....

About us

Our Principal Surveyor, Rolf Thunecke is International Boat Building Training College (IBTC) qualified in Yacht and Small Craft Surveying. With over 30 years of marine experience and 30,000 nautical miles under his keel, he is an RYA Yacht Master with years of Racing, Delivering & Cruising experience on a large variety of vessels.
Qualifications & Associations

Our Philosophy

Our philosophy is simple, we understand the pleasure which comes with the purchase of a first yacht, or upgrading to a larger vessel. We aim to make sure our clients are covered from any unforeseen issues which may arise with the purchase of a new vessel. We do this by conducting a meticulous marine survey, covering all a vessels key component parts. We take our findings which are written into a clear, concise & meticulous report. After the physical survey report has been presented to our clients we are on hard to discuss items raised within the report so that clients can feel confident in the knowledge that the vessel they are purchasing is indeed as it should be.

Where we work

We survey extensively throughout the Europe and are always happy to discuss our clients needs ahead of an instruction. We offer a free quotation service & general discussion.
We can recommend a number of good marinas where we frequently conduct surveys. Please see our survey location section.

 Contact: Greenwich Yacht Surveys​

Email: Rolf@GreenwichYachtSurveys.com     -     Phone: +44 7963 050459
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