Rigging Surveys & Inspections

For any sailor, a broken mast is the ultimate nightmare. Nothing matters more to a yachtsman than the integrity of their rigging — it’s your yacht’s backbone at sea. Studies show that 70% of rigging failures occur at the top end of the lower shrouds, often caused by fatigue, saltwater corrosion inside terminals, or poor swaging.

That’s why at Costa Blanca Yacht Services, we recommend a professional rigging survey before the start of the season, ahead of long passages, or simply for peace of mind.

Why Choose a Rigging Survey?

Save money – avoid the unnecessary expense of full rigging replacement every 10 years.
Make informed decisions – our detailed reports give you the true condition of your rigging.
Insurance compliance – many insurers accept a certified survey instead of demanding full renewal.

What We Check

Our comprehensive survey covers:

Standing rigging, mast, and boom
Running rigging and furling gear
Visual inspection of terminals and fittings
Advanced electronic NDT testing with the Maidsure meter to detect invisible faults

Hidden Dangers We Detect

Most critical faults can’t be seen by eye. Using electronic testing, we can identify:

Internal corrosion inside terminals
Broken strands within the wire
Cracked terminals in forks and T-balls
Defective swaging or poor connections

Just like a bad electrical connection shows higher resistance, a weak joint in rigging reveals itself through measurable signals. Our testing pinpoints these weaknesses early, preventing catastrophic failures at sea.

Stepped or Unstepped Mast – No Problem

Whether your mast is stepped or unstepped, our rigging survey and electronic testing can be carried out quickly and efficiently.

Protect your yacht, your crew, and your peace of mind with a professional rigging survey from Costa Blanca Yacht Services.