Driven by our passion for innovation within the marine industry and our commitment to quality, we see a world where the ocean is a safe, sustainable, profitable and exciting place to be.
With over 40 years expertise in the marine industry, Andrew established AD Marine in 1993 building it to become one of the most trusted marine businesses in Europe with a reputation for outstanding service, broad expertise and strong relationships with boat owners, builders and suppliers across the UK and around the world.
From his early days running a boat yard, Andrew developed an eye for detail and structural excellence which has proved invaluable to his surveying career and practice.
The company started with 400 tonnage surveys a year, along with MCA coding, pre-purchase and pre-delivery surveys, and has become a thriving marine business with long standing recognition by the Royal Yachting Association, and previously Bureau Veritas and St Vincent and the Grenadines, working across Europe and around the world, including storm damaged vessels in the Caribbean.
Chris’ love of boats started at a young age, accompanying his Dad Andrew on surveys while still at school. He was approved by the Royal Yachting Association as a tonnage surveyor on his 18th birthday.
After qualifying from boatbuilding college and receiving a first class honours degree in yacht production and marine surveying from Solent University, Chris worked for DHA Marine Design and Damen Shipyards, most latterly as a programme manager modulisation, where his passion for design, innovation, boatbuilding and business all came together. It was here that Chris developed his vision to positively transform boatbuilding. Over nine years in Holland, Chris worked in leadership positions across projects from Pilot Boats to CTVs, Safety and Rescue vessels to Interceptors.
Returning to the UK in 2020, Chris joined AD Marine Services to grow the business and form strong like-minded partnerships to optimise boatbuilding and increase the enjoyment of owning a vessel for his clients.
He brings a collaborative, highly energetic, and productivity-driven approach.
Chris specialises in structures, system development and serial production, redefining boatbuilding and delivering high-quality vessels within the most efficient process.
James is approved by the Royal Yachting Association and Lloyds Maritime Academy as a qualified marine surveyor, and provides a range of marine surveys.
He has always been part of the commercial marine world, growing up around his father's business. After leaving school, he worked on boatbuilding, laminating and structural bonding on small yachts, whilst enjoying yacht and dinghy racing, around the South coast and Northern France.
James has held the position of First Mate on commercial vessels and, among his qualifications, he holds a Commercial Ocean Yacht Master certificate which includes the Standards of Training, Certification and Watch-keeping for Seafarers (STCW), the use of radar, sea survival, MCA approved engine course and firefighting.
Later he completed the RYA Professional Practices Responsibilities (PPR) course
required for commercial endorsement, by obtaining his Yacht Master Offshore Certificate.
He has worked on hydrographic survey boats as well as wind farm crew support vessels and holds RYA certificates as a Day Skipper, an Instructor in Sailing and Windsurfing, and an Advanced Powerboat certificate.
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A family-run business with three decades of experience, providing technical and commercial support to our clients, every step of the way.
We're here to provide technical and commercial support to boat owners and shipbuilders across the UK and Europe - from river buses to expedition yachts, and ferries to workboats.
With a range of surveys for commercial and leisure vessels, ensure the highest quality safety standards and bring peace of mind with a service you can trust.
We work with a worldwide network of trusted partners, relied upon for their technical authority and professional integrity.
This enables us to support innovators and outfitters with products, packages and process efficiency inside and out.
We pride ourselves on offering a friendly, reliable, and responsive service, supporting our clients all over the world. If you are looking for a trusted and experienced Naval Architect or Marine Surveyor, get in touch. We will provide the support you need.
