National Association of Marine Surveyors

Summary

NAMS is a US commercial-focused marine-surveyor body. Members concentrate on commercial hull + cargo + government-appointed work. Strong presence in US Gulf + East Coast maritime centres.

Certification pathway

NAMS CMS (Certified Marine Surveyor) — commercial focus + 5-year renewal cycle.

Specialisations

• Commercial hull
• Insurance damage
• Cargo damage
• Government-appointed

Typical client base

US commercial marine + government + military

Other marine-surveyor bodies

• International Institute of Marine Surveying (IIMS)
• Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors (SAMS)
• International Institute of Marine Ur (older society) (IIMU)
• Australasian Institute of Marine Surveyors (AIMS)
• Association of Independent Marine Surveyors India (AIMS India)