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Why choose GPV Marine?
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Independent professional opinion
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Practical marine engineering background
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Commercial vessel operating experience
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GRP/FRP and steel vessel experience
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Ultrasonic thickness measurement
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Professional survey equipment
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YDSA & MSA affiliations
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Fully insured
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About Me
I'm Paul Hastings, founder of GPV Marine Services and Surveys and an independent marine surveyor with a practical background in marine engineering and vessel operations.
My career in the marine industry began in engineering and vessel operations, giving me extensive hands-on experience of maintaining, repairing and operating vessels. I've worked with a wide range of craft including motor cruisers, yachts, narrowboats, workboats and commercial vessels.
Alongside surveying, I've worked professionally as a skipper and marine engineer, including operating passenger vessels and commercial craft on the River Thames and beyond. This practical experience gives me an understanding of how vessels are constructed, maintained and operated in everyday use.
I hold a Diploma in Small Vessel and Yacht Surveying and am an Affiliate of the Yacht Designers & Surveyors Association (YDSA) and a member of Marine Survey Associates (MSA). I also hold professional maritime qualifications including RYA Yachtmaster Offshore (commercially endorsed), Advanced Powerboat and Boatmaster qualifications, together with an engineering background.
I undertake surveys of GRP/FRP and steel vessels, including motor cruisers, yachts, narrowboats and commercial craft. My work includes pre-purchase surveys, hull condition surveys, insurance surveys and ultrasonic thickness inspections of steel vessels.
I believe a good survey should be clear, honest and practical. My aim is to explain the condition of a vessel in straightforward terms, identify the issues that genuinely matter and give my clients the information they need to make an informed decision.
Get in Touch
07966884479
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
