Towing approvals

Towing operations involve significant operational and commercial risks, particularly when transporting barges, modules, floating units, or offshore equipment. Before a tow begins, independent verification is essential to confirm that the tug, towing arrangement, and the unit being towed are suitable for the planned voyage. 

SCQ Offshore provides specialised towing approval surveys and marine warranty survey services to ensure that every towage operation meets industry standards and is executed safely. 

Our towing approval surveys assess the condition and seaworthiness of the tow, tug capability, bollard pull, and suitability, towline and bridle arrangements, emergency towing procedures, towing gear integrity, stability and watertight integrity, sea-fastening and cargo securing, documentation, and voyage planning considerations.  Weather routing, operational limits, and compliance with applicable regulations and guidelines are also reviewed to ensure safe and efficient transit. 

These services support the needs of vessel owners, charterers, insurers, marine warranty providers, EPC contractors, and project managers. By applying independent oversight, we identify deficiencies before departure and provide clear recommendations to reduce risk, prevent incidents, and protect high-value assets. Our reports are detailed, transparent, and supported with photographic evidence to allow all stakeholders to make confident operational decisions.