Zakian Surveyors provides a comprehensive suite of managerial services designed to support and optimize marine and non-marine operations worldwide. We offer an extensive range of specialized services including consultancy, representation, legal advisory support, correspondent services, claims handling and management, certification programs, standardization compliance, classification coordination, flag registry services, flag surveys and inspections, insurance liaison, ISO certification programs, Protection and Indemnity Club survey coordination, vessel classification services, procurement assistance, quality and standardization certification, ship deputy registration, shipping operations support, fire investigations, and comprehensive cargo survey management tailored to your operational requirements.
Our managerial services division delivers strategic guidance, regulatory compliance expertise, technical oversight, and operational efficiency solutions for every client engagement. We serve as your trusted partner in navigating the complex landscape of maritime regulations, international standards, classification requirements, and industry best practices. Whether you require assistance with vessel certification and documentation, technical consultancy for engineering challenges, project management for new construction or conversion projects, or professional representation before regulatory authorities and commercial counterparties, our experienced team provides the expertise and support necessary to achieve your objectives efficiently and effectively.
We are able to assist your classification needs by providing comprehensive certification and licensing services that encompass the full spectrum of maritime documentation requirements. Our certification services cover general certificates and licenses including statutory certificates required under international conventions, flag state documentation, class certificates, and specialized endorsements. We facilitate vessel flag registration with multiple maritime administrations worldwide, serving as approved flag deputy registrars and flag safety inspectors for several maritime flag administrations including the Sierra Leone Maritime Administration and Palau International Ship Registry.
Our certification portfolio includes Safety of Life at Sea compliance documentation, International Ship Security Certificates, ISM Code Documents of Compliance and Safety Management Certificates, ISPS Code certifications, Maritime Labor Convention compliance declarations, pollution prevention certificates covering oil, sewage, garbage, and air emissions, International Load Line Certificates, International Tonnage Certificates, cargo ship safety certificates encompassing construction, equipment, and radio requirements, and specialized certificates for the carriage of dangerous goods, liquefied gases, and chemicals in bulk. We also provide seafarer certification verification, equipment certification including lifting appliances and loose gear testing, food safety certifications, health and safety programs, and specialized technical certifications that support operational compliance and commercial requirements.
We offer an extensive range of consultancy services spanning marine operational advisory, marine engineering and technical consultancy, oil and gas sector specialized consulting, and lubrication management programs. Our marine consultancy services encompass ship condition assessment consultation, pre-purchase advisory, pre-repair inspection guidance, re-vetting preparation support, new building supervision for all vessel types, preparation for charterer and third-party inspections, maintenance and upkeep optimization, management consultation, marine casualty and dispute resolution advisory, salvage and towage consultancy, pollution solutions guidance, engineering studies for marine operations, vessel running cost optimization, preparation of comprehensive vessel plans, ISM and ISPS audit consultation, navigational audit support, safety inspection advisory, towage approval consultation, and specialized hazardous materials spill recovery consultation.
Our marine engineering and technical consultancy services are delivered by qualified naval architect engineers who provide comprehensive support including basic and initial design development, conceptual design studies, detailed workshop design drawings, damage stability computations and probabilistic analysis, loading calculations and manual preparation, stability booklet development satisfying International Maritime Organization and MARPOL statutory criteria, scantling computations, structural analysis, steel renewal computations, cargo lashing and sea fastening calculations, tank calibration services, tonnage and free-board calculations, vessel conversion design modifications, vessel hull modeling, motion response studies, environmental impact assessments, feasibility studies for economic activities, plan approval coordination with International Association of Classification Societies members, offshore conversion projects, ship modification with class approval coordination, and vibration diagnostic services.
Our oil and gas consultancy addresses the extensive environmental, health, and safety requirements of the petroleum sector through comprehensive audit programs designed to protect asset integrity through proper risk assessment and gap identification. We specialize in Condition-Based Maintenance Management Programs, a maintenance strategy aimed at extending vessel and oil rig operational life, increasing productivity, and lowering daily operating costs by relying upon actual equipment condition data to dictate maintenance requirements rather than arbitrary scheduled intervals. Our lubrication consultancy services focus on protecting machinery through optimal lubricating strategies, technical data sheet interpretation, oil contamination control, oil analysis report understanding, and training maintenance engineers on industry best practices including color coding systems and appropriate sampling intervals.
Our management and coordination services provide complete oversight and superintendency for marine and non-marine operations. All types of ship repairs can be evaluated and detailed specifications produced. Repairs can be monitored and superintendency arranged as required. Necessary tests and trials can be attended to ensure compliance with requirements and regulations. Modifications or changes in design can be recommended to prevent recurrence of problems. Our marine management services include accident and incident investigations with root cause analysis, dry docking preparation and supervision, new building supervision and sea trial attendance, repair and conversion supervision, shipyard supervision, technical superintendency, vessel survey handling, project management and support, port captaincy services, cargo loading and unloading supervision, stability calculations and booklet development, tank calibration services, pre-vetting audits and crew training programs, ISM and ISPS review and implementation, navigation audit services, and comprehensive marine procedures management.
We are able to represent your company or organization on all marine and non-marine matters, providing professional representation services that include vessel and yacht registration coordination, representative sampling and weighing oversight, photographic evidence gathering, and advocacy before regulatory authorities, classification societies, insurance underwriters, and commercial counterparties. Our representation services ensure that your interests are protected and advanced throughout all technical, regulatory, and commercial interactions while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct and technical accuracy.
We think and work globally, dealing with all real businesses honestly, in a trustworthy manner, and delivering fast and very effective results. We are able to assist loyal and trustworthy clients in all stages of their requested services through our experienced managers and qualified staff without delays. Our managerial services maintain consistent quality standards regardless of geographical location or project complexity, ensuring that certification processes, consultancy deliverables, and project management outcomes meet or exceed industry benchmarks and client expectations.
Quality services represent our main goal. We prefer to work with loyal and trustworthy clients who share our commitment to integrity and excellence. We hope to establish real and honest business relationships with our established and new clients alike, founded upon our years of trust and acceptable worldwide services. Explore our specialized managerial service categories through the links below for detailed information on how our comprehensive certification, consultancy, and management capabilities can support your specific operational, regulatory, technical, or strategic requirements across marine and non-marine sectors worldwide.
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