Overview
In today's maritime industry, compliance alone is no longer enough. Shipowners and managers require independent assurance that procedures are being implemented effectively, risks are being managed proactively, and vessels are prepared for audits, inspections, and vetting programmes.
Matau-Marine provides independent shipboard audits, inspections, investigations, and operational assessments designed to identify risks, improve performance, strengthen compliance, and support continuous improvement across fleets.
Our experienced Master Mariners, auditors, and investigators conduct comprehensive vessel assessments both onboard and remotely.
Services range from routine compliance audits and pre-vetting inspections to incident investigations, navigation assessments, and operational performance reviews. Every assessment focuses on practical implementation—not simply documentation compliance.
We help organizations understand what is happening onboard, identify improvement opportunities, and develop effective corrective actions that enhance safety and operational performance.
Challenges We Address
Many shipping companies face challenges such as:
- Limited visibility of actual shipboard practices
- Repeated audit observations and findings
- PSC deficiencies and detentions
- SIRE, CDI, or RightShip observations
- Navigation-related risks and incidents
- Human factor and procedural compliance issues
- Inadequate corrective action follow-up
- Increasing regulatory and stakeholder expectations
Our audits and inspections provide independent assurance and practical recommendations designed to reduce risk and improve operational effectiveness.
Industries & Vessel Types
Tankers, Dry Bulk, Container, Gas Carriers, Chemical Tankers, General Cargo, All vessel types
Key Benefits
✓ Independent operational compliance verification
✓ Early identification of risks and weaknesses
✓ Reduced incident and casualty exposure
✓ Enhanced readiness for PSC, SIRE, CDI, and RightShip inspections
✓ Practical, evidence-based recommendations
✓ Structured corrective action programmes
✓ Improved safety culture and operational performance
✓ Experienced maritime auditors and investigators
✓ Onboard, sailing, and remote assessment options
Typical Workflow
Scope agreement → Onboard / remote / sailing audit → Findings report → Corrective action recommendations → Follow-up support
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