At Boat History Report, we believe that transparency on the water begins with collaboration on land. That’s why we actively partner with marine surveyors, investigators, lenders, and compliance professionals across the industry — especially those doing critical work through organizations like NAMSGlobal and the International Association of Marine Investigators (IAMI).
Last month, we had the opportunity to present at the Regional NAMS Conference in Fort Lauderdale, where our team shared key insights into tools and policies that support more transparent, fraud-resistant marine transactions. It marked our eighth speaking engagement in just over a month, reinforcing our commitment to education and cross-sector engagement.
Speaking Up for Better Vessel Data
Our presentation focused on several foundational topics that are relevant not just to surveyors, but to the full spectrum of marine professionals:
- Hull Identification Numbers (HINs): Why consistent formatting, proper placement, and verification matter in real-world applications
- The Uniform Certificate of Title for Vessels Act (UCOTVA): How this legislative framework supports transparency in vessel titling across states
- IAMI’s role in advancing investigative standards: Including updates on training, networking, and cross-agency collaboration
- How Boat History Report enhances due diligence: Bringing critical, centralized vessel history data into the hands of professionals who need it most
Supporting Surveyors in the Field
Marine surveyors are often the first line of defense in uncovering vessel discrepancies, damage, or misrepresentation – but they shouldn’t have to do it alone. Boat History Report supports surveyors in several key ways:
- Pre-survey research: Our reports provide a background snapshot that can guide your inspection strategy
- Post-incident verification: When damage is present, our data can help determine whether it’s been previously reported, salvaged, or involved in insurance claims
- Fraud flagging: Duplicate HINs, ownership irregularities, and registration anomalies are all easier to identify with complete historical context
- Education and training: We regularly partner with groups like NAMS and SAMS to provide continuing education on history verification, HIN structure, and evolving compliance trends
Our Relationship with NAMSGlobal
NAMSGlobal has long been a trusted standard-bearer for surveyors across the industry. Their focus on technical accuracy, ethics, and continuing education aligns perfectly with our own mission at Boat History Report. We are grateful for the continued opportunities to engage with their members and share how vessel history data plays a role in marine safety and fraud prevention.
Whether it’s during formal training sessions, regional seminars, or informal Q&A conversations, these engagements are a key part of keeping the industry informed – and accountable.
Caroline Mantel: A Voice for IAMI and BHR
Caroline Mantel, Director of Business Development at Boat History Report and Second Vice President of IAMI, attended the NAMS Conference on behalf of both organizations. Her dual role reflects the close working relationship between IAMI and the surveyor community, and the importance of aligning data with field-based investigation.
“Whether you’re tracking title fraud, identifying hidden storm damage, or confirming vessel identity, it all starts with access to reliable history,” she noted after the event. “Surveyors are out there uncovering the physical truth – we’re here to help with the digital one.”
Bringing It All Together
From HIN integrity to salvage tracking, and from uniform titling laws to fraud prevention, our work with NAMSGlobal members reinforces a shared mission: To give marine professionals the information they need to protect their clients, their findings, and the industry at large.
To all who attended – thank you for your questions, your insights, and your continued commitment to vessel safety and documentation excellence.
We look forward to seeing you at the next NAMS event.
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