Pre-Ocean Voyage Inspection Document — NavPoint conducts a comprehensive vessel survey to identify and resolve all deficiencies before your P&I Club, charterer or PSC inspector arrives.
Many P&I Clubs require a satisfactory OVID report before confirming cover for an ocean voyage. A NavPoint pre-inspection eliminates surprises at the formal vetting stage.
Voyage and time charterers increasingly demand a pre-fixture OVID inspection. A clean report accelerates fixture negotiation and demonstrates vessel readiness.
Vessels with deficiency records or detentions in Tokyo / Paris MOU are subject to heightened scrutiny. Pre-OVID prepares the vessel for the next PSC inspection and reduces detention risk.
The cost of PSC detention:
A single port state control detention typically costs $5,000 – $50,000+ per day in port fees, crew overtime, cargo delays, charter penalties and reputational damage.
Freeboard marks, hull condition, watertight doors & closures, hatch covers, anchor equipment, mooring arrangements.
Main engine, auxiliary engines, steering gear, bilge systems, fuel oil systems, electrical systems.
Life-saving appliances, fire detection & suppression, LSA service records, immersion suits, EPIRBs, SARTs.
ECDIS, radar, GPS, compass, AIS, GMDSS equipment, voyage planning documentation.
GMDSS radio equipment, VHF/MF/HF, LRIT status, satellite communications, battery testing.
All statutory certificates, ISM manuals, SMS records, drill logs, crew certification, MLC documentation.
Fee by vessel deadweight tonnage. Contact NavPoint for exact quote and on-site visit arrangement.
Including inspection report and deficiency list
Including inspection report and deficiency list
Including inspection report and deficiency list
Submit vessel details. NavPoint confirms scope, date and inspector assignment within 24 hours.
NavPoint inspector boards the vessel and conducts a systematic survey against OVID checklist and applicable SOLAS/MARPOL requirements.
Detailed written report: deficiency category (major/minor), regulatory reference, recommended rectification and priority timeline.
NavPoint advises on the most effective rectification sequence and can assist with sourcing spare parts, service technicians or certification renewals in HCM City.
NavPoint issues a close-out letter confirming all deficiencies have been resolved. Vessel is cleared for charter fixture and formal OVID inspection.
Contact NavPoint for a same-day response and inspection scheduling.