Professional Yacht Survey, Owner Representation, and Consultation
About SVG Marine
About our Principle
With over 15 years of hands-on experience in the marine industry, John Sharratt is a highly qualified Marine Surveyor, Yachtmaster Examiner, and instructor with extensive expertise in yacht maintenance, engineering, and surveying. His qualifications include a Lloyds Maritime Academy Certificate in Naval Architecture, IIMS Certifying Authority Stability Training, and full membership with the International Institute of Marine Surveying (MIIMS). Additionally, he is a certified MCA Certifying Authority Examiner.
His career has spanned diverse international locations, including the Mediterranean and the Caribbean, where he has worked closely with clients, owners, shipyards and industry professionals from around the world. Whether conducting a survey, managing a fleet, or instructing future skippers, he brings an in-depth knowledge of yacht operations, engineering, and safety compliance, ensuring top-tier service in all aspects of the maritime sector.
Beyond his qualifications, John brings a wealth of real-world experience, having conducted more than 200 marine surveys, including pre-purchase, insurance, damage, tonnage, valuation, and new-build inspections on vessels ranging from 30 to 240 feet. His hands-on approach ensures accuracy, reliability, and professionalism in every aspect of his work.
Before relocating to Europe in 2021, John and his wife spent eight years in the Caribbean managing a yacht charter company and running a successful marine surveying business. His role involved overseeing all aspects of yacht maintenance, engineering compliance, winterization, and fleet readiness. He is also the co-founder of a superyacht services company and a yacht charter central agency and brokerage. These ventures have provided him with invaluable insight into yacht management, operations, and client expectations—experience that greatly enhances his ability as a marine surveyor by ensuring a deep understanding of vessel maintenance, industry standards, and owner requirements.
With over 50,000 nautical miles logged—including multiple Biscay and Atlantic crossings—he has extensive offshore and coastal sailing experience. He has served as a professional skipper and instructor for more than 15 years, delivering RYA courses up to Yachtmaster preparation. His commitment to training and professional development earned him an invitation to become an RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Examiner and a Cruising Instructor Trainer, roles that recognize both his technical ability and teaching expertise.
Academically, John holds a First-Class Honors BSc in Marine Studies (Ocean Yachting) from Plymouth University, where he received the Auto Dynamic Position Services Prize for Best Student in Navigation. His strong academic foundation, combined with extensive hands-on industry experience, positions him as a trusted expert in marine surveying and yacht operations.
Our Partners
