Owner's representation from concept through delivery. New build and refit projects are complex, high-value undertakings where the owner's interests need independent advocacy. Our advisory draws on 30 years of operational command experience — we know what works at sea, not just what looks good in a specification document.
New build and major refit projects expose owners to significant commercial, technical, and scheduling risk. Yards have their own interests. Designers optimise for aesthetics. Project managers coordinate logistics. But who represents the owner's operational reality? Our advisory ensures the vessel that gets built is the vessel that works — at sea, in port, and under regulation.
Independent advocacy throughout the build or refit process. We represent the owner's interests in yard negotiations, design reviews, specification development, and milestone evaluations. The objective is alignment between what's promised, what's built, and what actually works operationally.
Structured evaluation of candidate yards against the project's technical requirements, budget parameters, scheduling constraints, and quality expectations. We assess capability, capacity, track record, and financial stability — factors that matter more than the pitch deck.
Technical specification review through an operational lens. We identify gaps between design intent and operational reality, coordinate between naval architects, interior designers, and classification societies, and monitor project milestones to protect the owner's timeline and budget.
New Build & Refit Advisory is available across all three Consultancy subscription tiers. For owners entering a new build or major refit, our Premium tier provides the engagement depth these projects demand.