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.
Claims Adjusters
Field observations, photographs and understandable reports to support claim handling.
Attorneys & Marine Professionals
Technical marine assessments and incident documentation for complex matters.
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.