Terms & Conditions

Last updated: 14 July 2026

1. These terms

These Terms of Business apply to all survey and consultancy work carried out by Murphy Marine Surveys Ltd (Company No. 17339558, registered in England and Wales). By commissioning a survey, you agree to these terms.

2. Scope of survey

Each survey report reflects the condition of the vessel as observed at the time of inspection only, and does not guarantee the vessel's condition at any later date.
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, surveys are visual and non-invasive: fixed linings, tanks, and inaccessible spaces are not opened or dismantled.
The survey report is prepared for the named client only. It should not be relied upon by any third party without our prior written consent.

3. Client responsibilities

Arranging safe access to the vessel, including haul-out where required for the type of survey requested.
Providing accurate information about the vessel's history, prior repairs, and known defects.
Ensuring the vessel is accessible at the agreed date and time.

4. Fees and payment

Fees are as set out on our published pricing, or as separately quoted for damage inspections and coding surveys. Payment is due on delivery of the survey report unless otherwise agreed in writing. We reserve the right to charge a reasonable cancellation fee (covering travel and preparation time already committed) for cancellations made with less than 48 hours' notice.

5. Liability

We carry Professional Indemnity Insurance, arranged to cover claims arising from professional negligence in the course of survey work. Our liability is limited to the fee paid for the specific survey in question, except where liability cannot be limited by law (for example, in cases of death or personal injury caused by negligence).

6. Confidentiality

Survey reports are treated as confidential and are not shared with third parties without the client's written permission, except where disclosure is required by law or by a relevant regulatory or professional body.

7. Complaints

If you're unhappy with any aspect of a survey or report, please contact us directly at info@murphymarinesurveys.co.uk in the first instance. [Once YDSA accreditation is confirmed: complaints may also be referred to YDSA under their code of practice and complaints procedure.]

8. Governing law

These terms are governed by the law of England and Wales, and any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Contact

Murphy Marine Surveys Ltd
Email: info@murphymarinesurveys.co.uk
Registered in England and Wales, Company No. 17339558