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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"

 

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60 YEARS IN MARINE SECTOR
41 YEARS ACCREDITED & CERTIFIED MARINE SURVEYOR

Member: American Institute Marine Underwriters & National Marine Bankers/Lenders Association

 

1966 -1970– Graduated Saint Joseph’s Parochial School ~ Graduated Lynn Classical High School College Preparatory Program.

1971 -- Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts Credited in Military Law, Celestial Navigation, Rules of the Road Navigation, Cargo Handling and Western Civilization

1973 -- Northeastern University Law Enforcement program at Lynn English extension. Studied Administrative Justice, Evidence, Evidence & Courtroom Procedure Interview and Interrogation.

1988 – NAVTECH/U.S. CAPTAIN/U.S. SURVEYORS Training disciplines and excelled in all exam-platforms. Accredited & Certified Marine Surveyor. U.S.S.A. Master Marine Surveyor. Started my Marine Surveying practice full-time 1988.

1988-2026 -- Annual Certification & Accrediting Seminars, Standards and Re-Certification Updating. Accumulative Marine Surveying Education & Continued Education Credits (ECU).

1993 – 1994 -- Commonwealth of Massachusetts Harbormaster Marine Law Enforcement Training.

1995 -- United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla #503 First District Boston. Endorsements: BS&6 Lesson; Sailing; Piloting; Weather; Marine Engines; Radiotelephone; Marlinspike Seamanship; Inland Waterways, Locks & Dams.

1996- 2006 New England Institute of Technology Marine Diesel Maintenance & Troubleshooting. Westlawn Institute of Marine Technology. Master Standards Compliance Specialist AC/DC marine electrical systems.

2013/2015 -- United States Coast Guard Training Center (TRACEN) Yorktown, VA. Marine Inspection & Investigations; Title-46 Commercial Fishing Vessel Inspectors; United States Coast Guard UTV (Towing Vessel) Training.

2000-2026 -- Current TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credential) Department Homeland Security.

2012-2026 – TASA Registered (Technical Advisory Service Attorneys & Judges). Admiralty and Maritime Jurisdiction

MEMBERSHIPS/SOCIETIES/HOMELAND SECURITY

• Current TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credential) Department Homeland Security.

• Association Certified Marine Surveyors

• National Constables & Marshals Association

• International Union Marine Insurance

• TASA Registered Marine Expert Witness/Litigation Attorneys & Judges

• United States Government Transportation Worker Identification Credential

• NMFS Commercial Vessel Operator Endorsement

• Department of Transportation Medical Examiner’s Certificate Annual

• Maritime Consortium Random Alcohol & Drug Testing

HERALDED BY MARINE PROFESSIONALS AND CLIENTS

• "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

• "He is in all probability, the best in the country."
  -- U.S. Yachtmasters

• "...a dedicated and professional Certified and Accredited Master Marine Surveyor. Thorough and comprehensive engine analysis on all our commercial vessels."
  -- Offshore Performance Marine Center

• "...we interviewed 14 Marine Surveyors to survey our trade-ins; Rob is leagues ahead of the others."
  -- Powerbrokers International

• "Top Gun in Marine Surveying"
  -- Jim Walker, CBS News

• "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

• "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

• "His standards, ethics and principles are unparalleled in the profession."
  -- Institute of Marine Science

• "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

• "A distinction for which you can be very proud."
  -- Walter J. Boverini. Senate Majority Leader

• "As always, you provide a thorough survey report of the boat."
  -- Boston Yacht Sales

• "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

• "In depth corrosion analysis and prompt attention."
  -- Dana Goodell, President, Boston Harbor Commuter Service: MAJESTIC PRINCESS

• "High Integrity and High Professional Standards."
  -- George Auchy, President, Propeller Club, Port of Boston

• "Extra effort beyond the survey. Professional manner above and beyond."
  -- City of Gloucester, Harbormaster's Dept.

• "Professionally a renowned Marine Surveyor; recognized expert in Surveying and Inspecting marine vessels."
  -- Senator Edward J. Clancy

• "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.