Captain Ata Dikililer, Head of the Survey Department at DBO Marine Service, emphasizes the critical role of pre-RightShip and pre-SIRE 2.0 inspections in this context.
According to Captain Dikililer, pre-inspections provide shipowners and operating companies with the opportunity to identify and address potential issues before official surveys. This allows technical and documentation deficiencies to be resolved in advance, ensuring a smoother inspection process and reducing the risk of unfavorable outcomes. “This practice not only saves time and costs but also provides the crew with practical training, boosting their confidence in meeting inspection requirements and strengthening the overall compliance culture on board,” says Dikililer.
The introduction of SIRE 2.0 has further increased the importance of pre-inspections. Its risk-based approach, leadership and management focus, and advanced digital reporting requirements demand a higher level of preparedness from both ship personnel and management teams. A structured pre-SIRE 2.0 inspection enables ships to be benchmarked against international standards and ensures that the crew aligns with current expectations.
To date, DBO Marine Service has successfully conducted pre-RightShip inspections on numerous bulk carriers and pre-SIRE 2.0 inspections on tankers. Following all these inspections, the vessels passed the official processes with satisfactory results. Through detailed reports and corrective action guidance, the company helps its clients protect their assets, maintain compliance, and enhance commercial performance in an increasingly challenging maritime environment.