Wedding & Paine Marine are Whangarei's premier Class 1 Commercial Marine Engineers. Pre-purchase surveys, insurance surveys, condition reports and engineering consultancy across Whangarei, Northland, and the Bay of Islands.
Every survey is conducted by a Class 1 Commercial Marine Engineer — the highest qualification in New Zealand maritime. We cover Whangarei Harbour, Bay of Islands, Northland coastline 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 Whangarei.
MNZ-compliant insurance inspection reports accepted by all major NZ insurers. Fast turnaround for Whangarei and Northland vessel owners — fully documented and signed off by a Class 1 engineer.
Detailed condition surveys for Northland 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 Whangarei vessels and Northland fleets.
Based in New Zealand, we travel throughout Northland 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.