JIM’S MARINE SURVEY · CAPE COD, MA

Marine Damage Claims & Accident Investigations

Independent damage assessments, incident investigations and clear reporting for marine insurers, claims professionals and attorneys.

SAMS® Accredited Marine Surveyor

James M. Sanborn Sr., AMS®

ABYC Master Technician

Electrical, Standards & Corrosion

Marine Investigative Background

IAMI member · Chapman School training

Specialized services

Focused on the facts.

Damage incidents require careful examination, thorough documentation and reporting that helps clients make informed decisions.

Marine Damage Claims

Vessel damage inspections, photographic documentation, repair considerations and estimated repair costs following collisions, groundings, weather events and other losses.

Accident Investigations

Investigation of marine accidents and incidents, including evaluation of available evidence, event sequence and possible contributing factors when the assignment calls for it.

Who we serve

A resource for marine claims professionals

Providing independent marine assessments for organizations and individuals managing vessel damage and accident matters.

Insurance Carriers

Independent inspections and documentation to assist with marine claim evaluation.

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Claims Adjusters

Field observations, photographs and understandable reports to support claim handling.

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Attorneys & Marine Professionals

Technical marine assessments and incident documentation for complex matters.

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Experience that matters

Meet James M. Sanborn

Jim combines formal marine surveying training with years of practical maritime experience as a charter captain, commercial fishing captain, former harbormaster and vessel repair professional. His background informs a practical, methodical approach to damage evaluation and incident investigation.

Service area

Cape Cod, Massachusetts & Rhode Island

Based in Centerville, Massachusetts, Jim serves Cape Cod, the South Coast, Boston-area harbors and Rhode Island. Additional assignments throughout New England and the East Coast may be considered upon request.

NEED AN INDEPENDENT MARINE INVESTIGATION?

Put experience on the case.

Contact Jim to discuss the incident, vessel location and scope of the assignment.