POWER & MOTORYACHT MAGAZINE
FEATURES MASTER MARINE SURVEYOR
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MOTORYACHT MAGAZINE FEBRUARY 2021
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HERALDED BY MARINE PROFESSIONALS AND
CLIENTS.
"hire the top-notch engine surveyor".... "a reputable engine
surveyor should be an experienced mechanic certified for the engine"
55 YEARS IN
MARINE SECTOR
40
YEARS
ACCREDITED & CERTIFIED MARINE SURVEYOR
Member:
American Institute Marine Underwriters & National Marine
Bankers/Lenders Association
PRIVATE &
CORPORATE YACHTS ~ POWER & SAIL ~ HIGH-PERFORMANCE RACING BOATS
COMMERCIAL
CHARTER & COMMERCIAL PASSENGER VESSELS ~ HIGH SPEED FERRIES
UNITED STATES
COAST GUARD LICENSED CAPTAINS ~ BONDED & INSURED
There isn’t
another NAMS or SAMS marine surveyor in the United States that
has the computers and software above to diagnose every
make/model marine diesel engines; all make/model outboards &
inboards.
1986 to Present -- Master Marine Surveyor - inspecting
and surveying wood, fiberglass, steel, aluminum and ferrocement
private & corporate yachts, international super yachts, commercial passenger vessels and commercial fishing
vessels. I conduct steel and aluminum hull ultra-sounding, corrosion
and osmosis analysis, engine fluid spectrometric analysis, compression
testing, marine consultation and a full set of computer diagnostics.
I have the extensive background in pre-purchase and financial surveys,
insurance appraisals, adjusting, bank/estate and tax donation appraisals.
1978 to 1986 -- Marine Sales - electronic equipment
sales and installation. I practiced yacht repair, yacht maintenance,
commissioning and delivery of boats and yachts to New England coastal
marinas by water and over land via fifth wheel hydraulic trailer
and related equipment. I demonstrated the proper use and sales of
hydraulic trailers used for transporting yachts over the road and
within the marinas for Sea & Land Design Company.
EDUCATION
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1970 -- Graduated Lynn Classical High School College
Preparatory Program
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1971 -- Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Buzzards Bay,
Massachusetts Credited in Military Law, Celestial Navigation,
Rules of the Road Navigation, Cargo Handling and Western
Civilization
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1973 -- Northeastern University Law Enforcement program at
Lynn English extension. Studied Administrative Justice,
Evidence, Evidence & Courtroom Procedure Interview and
Interrogation
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1988 – NAVTECH/U.S. CAPTAIN/U.S. SURVEYORS Association
training disciplines on all platforms of exams. Accredited &
Certified Marine Surveyor. USSA Master Marine Surveyor.
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1993 -- Commonwealth of Massachusetts Harbormaster Marine Law
Enforcement Training.
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1995 -- United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla #503
First District Boston. Endorsements: BS&6 Lesson; Basic Sailing;
Piloting; Weather; Marine Engines; Radiotelephone; Marlinspike
Seamanship; Inland Waterways, Locks & Dams.
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1996 -- New England Institute of Technology Marine Diesel
Maintenance / Troubleshooting
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2013/2015 -- United States Coast Guard Training Center (TRACEN)
Yorktown, VA. Marine Inspection & Investigations School.
Title-46 Commercial Fishing Vessel Examiner. United States Coast
Guard UTV (Towing Vessel) Training.
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2018-CURRENT: Elected Constable serving all cities & towns
Essex County, Massachusetts. On-going seminars and legal
updates.
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1988-2023 -- Annual Certification & Accrediting Seminars,
Standards and Re-Certification Updating. Accumulative Marine
Surveying Education & Continued Education Credits.
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Annual Licensing: CDI/M.E.D.S. Licensed Marine Engine
Diagnostic Systems. JALTEST Licensed Marine Diesel Engine,
Gasoline Inboard Engines; I/O Unit-Outdrives & Jet Drive
Diagnostic Technician
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2018 -- 2023 -- Licensed Marine Investigator Commonwealth of
Massachusetts State Police Cert #LP2411
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2023-current: License platform computer updates on all
make/model marine diesel engines; outboards; jet drives &
gasoline inboard engines.
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2024- Commonwealth of Massachusetts State Ethics Commission
Conflict of Interest Law Training-Exam #SEC26146510158946
MEMBERSHIPS/SOCIETIES/HOMELAND SECURITY
Current TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credential)
Department Homeland Security.
International Association of Marine & Shipping Professionals
Association Certified Marine Surveyors
National Constables & Marshals Association
Lloyd's Maritime Institute
Westlawn Institute of Marine Technology Master Standards Compliance
Specialist
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Licensed Marine Investigator Massachusetts State Police
Cert#LP1124A
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American Institute Marine Underwriters Full-Contributing
Member
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International Institute of Marine Surveying
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International Superyacht Society
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Canadian Association of Certified Marine Surveyors
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National Marine Lenders Association
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CDI/M.E.D.S. Marine Engine Diagnostic Systems Registered
Technician
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RINDA Licensed Technologies Marine Engine Diagnostic Technician
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JALTEST Diesel Engine Diagnostic Technician
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Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers
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Westlawn Institute of Marine Technology Master Standards Compliance Specialist
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American Boat and Yacht Council
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International Union Marine Insurance
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TASA Registered Marine Expert Witness/Litigation Attorneys &
Judges
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United States Coast Guard Title 46 Commercial Fishing Vessel
Inspector
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United States Government Transportation Worker Identification
Credential
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NMFS Commercial Vessel Operator Permit
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Department of Transportation Medical Examiner’s Certificate
Annual
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Maritime Consortium Random Alcohol & Drug Testing
HERALDED BY MARINE PROFESSIONALS AND CLIENTS
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"Rob Scanlan has been the only Accredited & Certifed Marine Surveyor we have recommend to our professional captains and students."
-- Captain Rick Kilborn, BOATWISE Marine Training
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"He is in all probability, the best in the country."
-- U.S. Yachtmasters
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"...a dedicated and professional Certified and Accredited
Master Marine Surveyor. Thorough and comprehensive engine analysis
on all our commercial vessels."
-- Offshore Performance Marine Center
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"...we interviewed 14 Marine Surveyors to survey our trade-ins;
Rob is leagues ahead of the others."
-- Powerbrokers International
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"Top Gun in Marine Surveying"
-- Jim Walker, CBS News
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"The best often stay so busy with referrals from insurance
companies, lenders and satisfied customers that they don't advertise
at all. One surveyor's name that may keep cropping up...an Internet
source is www.mastermarinesurveyor.com which has some good information."
-- Motor Boating & Sailing
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"It is the participation of Marine Professionals like
you that enables the EXCHANGE to be a reliable and valuable
source of information."
-- Ernest F. Braatz, Technical Director BOAT/US
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"His standards, ethics and principles are unparalleled
in the profession."
-- Institute of Marine Science
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"It is refreshing to work with someone who has a straightforward
approach; on target with the insurance underwriter's concerns."
-- William R. Skinner, Boston Towing and Transportation Company
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"A distinction for which you can be very proud."
-- Walter J. Boverini. Senate Majority Leader
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"As always, you provide a thorough survey report of the
boat."
-- Boston Yacht Sales
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"Your analysis was instrumental in what could have been
a serious problem. The ultrasonic testing and follow-up report
was most explicit."
-- SPIRIT OF BOSTON
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"In depth corrosion analysis and prompt attention."
-- Dana Goodell, President, Boston Harbor Commuter Service:
MAJESTIC PRINCESS
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"High Integrity and High Professional Standards."
-- George Auchy, President, Propeller Club, Port of Boston
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"Extra effort beyond the survey. Professional manner above
and beyond."
-- City of Gloucester, Harbormaster's Dept.
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"Professionally a renowned Marine Surveyor; recognized
expert in Surveying and Inspecting marine vessels."
-- Senator Edward J. Clancy
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"Probably the most knowledgeable surveyor in the United
States. Professional and thorough."
-- Andy Soto, Editor CBS News & 60 minutes
MARINE SURVEYING PRACTICE
Surveying and consulting on
pleasure yachts and corporate yachts & International Mega Yachts.
Pre & Post Purchase Surveys and Consulting.
New Build. Main Engines, Generators & Propulsion System Surveys.
Project Management.
Marine Litigation & Expert Witness Support.
MARINE LIABILITY INSURANCE COVERAGE
I carry 2m Marine Liability
Insurance Coverage with Care, Custody & Control Underwritten by
North American Specialty Insurance Company
Longshoreman’s Worker Compensation Coverage Underwritten by
Association Industries of Massachusetts Mutual Insurance.
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