Accident Surveys & Expert Witness

A bent propeller on a recently shipped motoryacht. This damage inspection led to an insurance claim against the cargo handlers.
Not an accident survey we were involved in, however the essence of accident damage surveys is to understand the probable cause and consequences.
Bulkhead movement on a large motor yacht following lifting operations. Was this caused during lifting?
A motor yacht sitting on the quayside in Italy. Not quite the landing that was planned. A field day for insurance surveyors!
A damaged container in Southampton. What caused the damage? Who are the responsible parties and what were the consequences?
A damaged keel after a grounding incident. Is this due to a design flaw and is an insurance claim valid?
A damaged boat lifting sling. Was this the cause of an incident? Why was the sling in use? Who was the responsible party here?
Examination of the stern gear of a dredger slipped by our docking superintendent. Who was responsible for the damage?
Azimut yacht after grounding at high speed in the centre of Kiev.

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