Collision and Grounding
Maritime collisions and grounding-related incidents not only demand swift action but the highest level of maritime expertise to ensure prompt response to minimize damage, restore operations, and protect human life and the marine environment.
We offer comprehensive technical, operational, and regulatory support to vessel owners, underwriters, charterers, and maritime attorneys. These incidents demand not only swift action but the highest level of maritime expertise to minimize damage, restore operations, and protect human life and the marine environment.
Immediate Response and Technical Assessment
Upon notification, our senior consultants are rapidly mobilized to the incident site for:
- On-site attendance and incident coordination
- Immediate stability assessment and refloating strategy, in consultation with the Pilots
- Crew and cargo safety evaluation
- Pollution risk containment and environmental protection actions
- Direct liaison with U.S. Coast Guard, port authorities, and state agencies
- Hull inspection and preliminary structural integrity check
Structural Damage Assessment and Repair Oversight
Our senior consultants conduct full technical assessments under the guidance of our naval architects, conducting:
- Damage assessment and measurements
- Cargo condition surveys, salvage, and securing advice
- Refloating stability calculation verification and ballasting strategy
- Repair scope preparation, contractor coordination, and class engagement
- Dry-docking, monitoring, and certification revalidation
We remain involved throughout the repair cycle, from damage verification to final acceptance, ensuring class compliance and vessel operational readiness.
Incident Reconstruction and Forensic Investigation
To determine root cause and liability, we utilize advanced software tools, including technology to recreate the incident with forensic accuracy. Our investigation methodology includes:
- Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) extraction and analysis
- AIS and ECDIS data sourcing and track reconstruction
- Time-synchronized simulation of vessel movement and maneuvers
- Environmental data overlays (tide, current, visibility, wind)
- Generation of visual reconstructions and forensic reporting
- Support to P&I Clubs, H&M underwriters, and legal teams
Our team’s deep operational and technical knowledge, with exceptional experience in the Mississippi River, which is considered one of the most challenging and heavily trafficked inland waterways in the world, distinguishes us from other providers. With decades of global nautical and engineering experience navigating and responding to incidents, we are highly skilled in providing immediate on-site support, response, and coordination.