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AB Marine, Inc. primarily services the Chesapeake Bay and Delaware Bay areas to include the Eastern Shore, Kent Island, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Washington, DC. Our corporate office is located on the upper Chesapeake Bay at Fells Point in Baltimore, Maryland and has satellite locations in Selbyville, Delaware, Annapolis, Maryland, Deltaville, Virginia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
We are a full service marine survey company. We cater to both recreational and commercial marine survey needs. Certifications include SAMS-AMS, SNAME, ABYC and MTAM.
Recreational surveys are conducted on sail and power vessels up to 100 feet in length. We will handle any survey need including insurance, pre-purchase, condition and value surveys.
Commercial surveys are conducted on hulls and cargo and we specialize in ultrasonic testing (steel) and damage surveys.
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| Thank you for your interest, |
| Andrew F. Barends, AMS |
| President, AB Marine, Inc. |
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Services:
- Pre-Purchase Survey
This is the most comprehensive type of inspection, and is strongly advised when purchasing a new or used vessel. Condition and overall operation of the vessel will be examined. Coverage includes safety, structural integrity, electrical systems, propulsion, fuel system machinery, pumps, plumbing, navigation equipment, rigging, miscellaneous on-board systems, cosmetic appearance, electronics, and overall maintenance as well as an out-of-water inspection and sea trial.
- Insurance Survey
This inspection is performed so that the insurance company can determine whether or not the vessel is an acceptable risk. They are interested in structural integrity and safety for its intended use. Most insurance companies require a survey on older boats. They will also want to know the vessel's fair market value.
- Consultancy
Let our Knowledgeable Experienced, Qualified Surveyors act on your behalf, representing your best Interests. New Construction, Refits or Extensions . Failure and Equipment Analysis, Non Destructive Testing, Contract Review and Negotiations, Legal issues, Expert Witness. U.S.C.G. I.M.O. M.C.A. or S.O.L.A.S. requirements, Engineering, Technical writing and Specifications.
- Appraisal Inspection
This inspection is performed to gather enough information to justify or determine the fair market value of the vessel. This is normally needed for financing, estate settlements, donations and legal cases.
- Damage Investigation
This is performed to assess the extent of damage, recommend repairs, estimate repair cost, and if requested, possible causes.
- Ultrasonic Testing
We conduct ultrasonic testing on steel hulls taking point by point measurements to assess the thickness of the plates.
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Certifications:
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Qualifications:
- Graduate of Virginia Military Institute, Lexington VA, Graduate 1989, BA History
- Graduate of DTCC, Georgetown DE, 2012, AAS Energy Management
- U.S. Army Reserve Transportation Officer, Specialized training in truck, amphibious landing, Marine Small Boat, Supply, Honorable Discharge 1998
- Chapman School of Marine Surveying, Graduate February 1996
- ABYC courses in Electrical, Corrosion, Hull Construction, and Accident Investigation
- Mercury Marine, Blackwood, NJ Engine and Drive Course for Surveyors 1999
- Member ABYC, Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME)
- Staff Consultant for Alpha Marine Surveyors, Miami, FL, specializing in accident investigation, and marine insurance claims, commercial shipping and cargo.
- Sea School, Ft. Lauderdale, USCG Captains course, December 2000
- SAMS, continuing education in Electrical, Valuation, Hull Construction, Repairs, Manufacturing and Accident Investigation.
- Patten Co, Divsion Manager, 1998 - 2002 Boat and Survival Gear Manufacturing (manufactured military assault boats and rescue boats and equipment for government and recreational use)
- Security Clearance, US Army
- Patrol Boat Captain U.S Army contractor, Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland
- Federal Court accepted Expert Witness
- State of Maryland accepted Expert Witness
- Boat US Technical Exchange
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Contact Us:
Andrew F. Barends
PO Box 301
Selbyville, DE 19975
(410) 963-0063
AndrewBarends@aol.com
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Office Locations:
Annapolis/Kent Island
1719 Little Creek Road
Chester, MD 21619
Baltimore, Maryland
PO Box 6138
1001 Fell Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
Ocean City, Maryland/Selbyville, Delaware
PO Box 301
Selbyville, DE 19975
Deltaville, Virginia
19167 General Puller Hwy
Deltaville, VA 23043
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