About NIMA Marine
NIMA Marine is an independent marine survey and advisory service providing professional support to yacht and small craft owners, insurers, and marine stakeholders throughout Southern Ontario.
The business is founded on practical maritime experience, technical knowledge, and a commitment to independent, objective reporting.
Independent Marine Survey Services
NIMA Marine is led by Nico Grové, a marine professional with over 20 years of hands-on experience in yachts, small craft, and commercial marine operations.
His background includes vessel operations, marine salvage, towing, maintenance management, refits, inspections, and marine project support.
This practical experience forms the foundation of every survey and assessment undertaken.
Practical Marine Experience
Nico’s career spans blue water deliveries, charter operations, more than a decade in marine salvage and towing, commercial scuba operations, asset and operations management, vessel maintenance and repair, refits, post-hurricane cleanups, and marine surveying.
This diverse background provides NIMA Marine with a practical, real-world understanding of vessel condition, operational risk, and lifecycle management across both recreational and commercial sectors.
Professional Memberships & Standards
NIMA Marine maintains professional alignment with recognised marine industry institutions and ongoing professional development.
International Institute of Marine Surveying (IIMS)
The Society of Consulting Marine Engineers and Ship Surveyors (SCMS)
A Practical, Independent Approach
Every survey is conducted with a focus on independence, clarity, and practical value.
The objective is not to overcomplicate findings, but to provide clear, actionable information that supports decision-making for vessel owners, insurers, and marine stakeholders.
Independence
Objective assessments without operational bias or commercial influence.
Clarity
Clear reporting designed to be understood by both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Practical Value
Real-world recommendations based on operational marine experience.
What NIMA Marine Provides
- Marine Surveys for yachts and small craft
- Insurance condition & valuation surveys
- Pre-purchase inspections
- Damage assessments
- Valuation reporting
- Transport condition surveys
- Project support for vessel maintenance and refits
Why Independent Marine Surveys Matter
Marine assets represent significant financial and operational value.
Independent surveys provide clarity, reduce uncertainty, and support informed decision-making when purchasing, maintaining, insuring, or managing a vessel.
Service Area
NIMA Marine provides services throughout Southern Ontario, including Lake Erie, Lake Huron, Lake St. Clair, and surrounding inland waterways.
Why Clients Choose NIMA Marine
- Independent, unbiased reporting
- Direct communication with the surveyor
- Practical real-world marine experience
- Clear, structured reporting
- Professional standards and accountability
Need Marine Survey Support?
If you require an independent marine survey or would like to discuss your vessel or project requirements, NIMA Marine is available to assist.
