Global Yacht & Ship Surveyors

Marine surveying in South Florida demands both technical precision and local market knowledge—two qualities that define the work at Global Yacht & Ship Surveyors. Operating from Miami since 1998, the firm has built a reputation for thorough, insurance-grade vessel inspections across Miami-Dade County and the wider South Florida boating corridor. Principal surveyor Robert R. Garay holds the Accredited Marine Surveyor (AMS®) credential from the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors, a designation recognized by marine insurers, lenders, and attorneys as a mark of professional rigor and ethical standards.

The business specializes in three core survey types essential to boat ownership and transactions. Pre-purchase surveys represent the majority of requests, particularly from buyers navigating Miami's active used boat market. These inspections cover structural integrity, mechanical and electrical systems, hull condition, deck hardware, and safety equipment, culminating in detailed written reports that help buyers make informed decisions on sportfishers, center consoles, sailboats, and motor yachts. Insurance surveys form another pillar of the practice, providing the documentation carriers require before issuing or renewing policies—critical for vessels kept in South Florida's demanding marine environment. Condition and value surveys round out the offerings, delivering defensible appraisals for estate planning, loan applications, sale negotiations, and dispute resolution.

Geographic coverage extends throughout the greater Miami area and well beyond, with regular appointments in Fort Lauderdale, Key Largo, Homestead, and Coral Gables. Vessels docked anywhere from Coconut Grove marinas to Key Biscayne yacht clubs, from Brickell's urban waterfront to Aventura's Intracoastal facilities, fall within the firm's service area. This broad reach across Miami-Dade and into Broward and Monroe counties gives boat owners convenient access to SAMS-credentialed surveying without the logistical headaches that come with coordinating long-distance inspections.

What distinguishes Global Yacht & Ship Surveyors in a competitive market is the combination of longevity and active credential maintenance. Nearly three decades of field experience translates to familiarity with the particular challenges South Florida presents—osmotic blistering in warm water, electrolysis from mixed metals in saltwater environments, and the wear patterns common to vessels used in both protected bay conditions and open Atlantic passages. The AMS® credential requires ongoing education and peer accountability, ensuring survey methods remain current with evolving industry standards and insurer expectations.

As Miami's recreational boating market continues to expand and the pre-owned vessel sector remains robust, demand for qualified marine surveyors shows no sign of slowing. Global Yacht & Ship Surveyors occupies a well-established position within that ecosystem, serving buyers, sellers, and boat owners who need documentation that satisfies both institutional requirements and personal due diligence.