Wedding & Paine Marine cover Christchurch, Lyttelton Harbour and the wider South Island. Our Class 1 Commercial Engineers provide pre-purchase surveys, insurance inspections and condition reports for sail and motor vessels throughout the Canterbury region.
Every survey is conducted by a Class 1 Commercial Marine Engineer — the highest qualification in New Zealand maritime. We cover Lyttelton Harbour, Christchurch, Banks Peninsula, Canterbury and surrounding waters.
Comprehensive inspection before you buy. We assess hull integrity, structural condition, machinery, electrical systems, safety equipment and full valuation — protecting your investment in Christchurch.
MNZ-compliant insurance inspection reports accepted by all major NZ insurers. Fast turnaround for Christchurch vessel owners — fully documented and signed off by a Class 1 engineer.
Detailed condition surveys for Christchurch commercial operators, lenders, and vessel managers. Engineering-grade documentation built to commercial standards.
30+ years combined Class 1 experience. We advise on vessel acquisition, refit planning, defect assessment and technical management for Christchurch vessels and fleets.
Based in New Zealand, we travel throughout Christchurch & South Island and beyond. No survey job is too remote.
New Zealand has many marine surveyors — very few hold Class 1 Commercial Engineer certification. Here’s what sets us apart.
Both principals hold Class 1 Commercial Marine Engineer certificates — the highest engineering qualification in NZ maritime. Most surveyors hold a diploma. We hold the top ticket.
Josh Paine and Jason Wedding have spent careers at sea on commercial vessels. We’ve seen every failure mode — that’s what makes our surveys genuinely protective.
Our reports are accepted by all major New Zealand marine insurers. We know what underwriters look for — and our documentation stands up to scrutiny.
Contact us today — we’ll discuss your vessel and schedule your survey fast.