Hull
Plating, coatings, corrosion and previous repairs, checked against the last dry-dock record.
Dry-dock services →
Surveys & audits
Know the vessel before you commit.
Independent pre-purchase vessel audits and technical baselines, so decisions rest on facts rather than the seller’s survey.
01 · At a glance
Audit scope in numbers
0
lifecycle phases, starting with a technical audit
0
areas always checked: hull, machinery, records
0–30 days
typical onboarding after audit
0/7
operations dispatch
Standards we work to
Recognised standards, every job
BIMCO SHIPMAN
Standard ship management agreement behind contracts.
MLC 2006
Seafarer working and living conditions verified.
STCW
Training and certification standards for crew.
ISO 9001:2015
Quality protocols applied to the work.
IMO DCS · CII
Fuel data and carbon intensity tracking.
02 · Inspection points
Where an audit looks first
Tap the points to see what is examined.
Machinery
Main engine, auxiliaries and systems: condition, running records and maintenance history.
Technical management →
Deck equipment
Mooring and anchoring gear and deck machinery condition.
Repair squads → Records & class
Class status, certificates, planned maintenance and defect lists reviewed for consistency.
Class liaison →
Propulsion
Propeller, shaft and stern gear considered in the condition assessment.
Contact operations →03 · Audit files
What you receive
File 01
Condition summary
A clear view of hull, machinery and systems.
Services → File 02Records review
Maintenance, class and certificate consistency.
More → File 03Cost outlook
Likely near-term repair and dry-dock needs.
See repairs → File 04Compliance view
IMO DCS, SEEMP Part III and CII tracking considered.
More → File 05Crew readiness
Crewing and certification considerations.
See workforce → File 06Next steps
Management takeover or negotiation support.
Contact →04 · Process
From request to report
Brief
Vessel, location and purpose agreed.
Inspect
Hull, machinery and deck checked.
Test
Systems and records reviewed.
Report
Findings and recommendations.
05 · Pre-purchase
Buying a ship? Audit first.
A pre-purchase vessel audit is part of Nanak Ship Management services alongside technical ship management.
Findings help you negotiate and plan the first yard period.
- Independent of the seller
- Hull, machinery and records
- Management takeover ready
06 · Safe inspection
Train for confined spaces
Nanak group services
The Nanak group: ship management, training and careers
Maritime training · India
Focused maritime learning across navigation, engineering and safety, led by Capt. Dilip Narsian, Master Mariner.
Visit nanakshipping.com ↗- Navigation & bridgeAwareness, teamwork and decisions: bridge team management and navigation courses.
- Engineering & machinerySystems, control and understanding: engine room resource management and automation.
- Safety & operationsPreparation, practice, responsibility: enclosed space entry, ballast water treatment.
- Featured trainingBridge Team Management Refresher, Engine Room Resource Management, Ballast Water Treatment Systems.
- Advanced trainingAdvanced Automation & Control Engineering, Leadership & Human Element course.
- 200+ maritime coursesDeck, engine, tanker and cargo, catering, offshore, security, simulator and ISO auditing.
Ship, crew and labour · India
International technical ship management, crew management and licensed seafarer labour supply from India.
Visit nanakship.com ↗- Technical ship managementSuperintendence, planned maintenance, drydocking, Class and Flag State compliance.
- Crew managementSTCW and MLC manning, credential vetting, training, welfare, travel and payroll.
- International labour supplyCertified electricians, 6G/TIG/MIG welders, structural fitters and skilled helpers.
- Dry-dock & riding repair squadsDry-dock superintendence and certified squads that board at anchor or en route.
- Pre-purchase vessel auditsIndependent technical audit of a vessel before you buy.
- Spares, procurement & liaisonMarine spares and procurement, Flag State and Class liaison.
Merchant Navy careers · India
Your complete gateway to Merchant Navy careers, from IMU-CET to Sri Lanka CoC.
Visit procareertek.com ↗- IMU-CET coachingExpert coaching, 200+ practice papers and AI mock analytics.
- Deck officer programsDNS, BSc Nautical Science and Officer of Watch pathways.
- Engine officer programsGME, BTech Marine and Chief Engineer pathways.
- Rating coursesGeneral Purpose rating and engine rating courses.
- Sri Lanka CoC (White List)Facilitation of Sri Lanka Certificate of Competency under STCW recognition.
- Career guidance & placementA full cadet-to-captain roadmap, scholarships and loan guidance.
FAQ
Questions we are asked most
A pre-purchase vessel audit is an independent technical inspection carried out before you buy a ship, covering hull, machinery, records and class status so you can negotiate on facts. It is offered by Nanak Ship Management as part of its technical services.
A technical audit sets a baseline for the vessel: condition of hull and machinery, maintenance records, safety equipment and compliance status. It is also the first phase of the Nanak Ship Management lifecycle, followed by crew mobilisation, voyage execution and lifecycle oversight.
Buyers, charterers and owners taking over management should commission an audit before committing to a purchase or contract. Contact Nanak Ship Management with the vessel details to discuss scope, access and timing.
IMO DCS data collection and carbon intensity (CII) tracking are part of modern fuel and emissions reporting, and records are reviewed in a technical audit. Nanak Ship Management lists IMO DCS, SEEMP Part III and CII tracking among its technical management standards.
Yes. Safety courses such as Enclosed Space Entry at the Nanak Shipping Institute prepare people for work in tanks and confined spaces that audits often involve.
Call +91 98920 82041 or use the enquiry builder on this site with the vessel type, location and purpose, and Nanak Ship Management will respond with the scope, timing and next steps.
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