Dynamic Positioning (DP) systems are now at the core of offshore operations—especially for AHTS DP vessels, PSVs, subsea construction vessels, and offshore support ships working in Nigeria and the West African region. With increasing regulatory requirements, stricter client audits, and the expanding offshore energy market, vessel owners must ensure their DP systems remain fully certified, compliant, and operationally reliable.
This is why the demand for professional DP Surveyors and DP Auditors in Nigeria and West Africa continues to grow. Offshore companies now prioritize enhanced DP compliance to meet charter requirements, class rules, and IOGP standards.
Oitha Marine provides certified DP Surveying, DP Auditing, FMEA testing, and DP annual trials—helping vessel owners stay compliant and fully ready for charter.
What is a DP Surveyor and Why Do They Matter?
A DP Surveyor (or DP Auditor) is a specialist responsible for assessing, testing, and verifying the functionality of a vessel’s Dynamic Positioning system. For DP1, DP2, and DP3 vessels, these experts ensure that all DP components meet:
Class requirements (DNV, ABS, BV, Lloyd’s Register)
Redundancy standards
Offshore charterer specifications
IOGP & IMCA guidelines
Flag state requirements
Without regular DP audits and surveys, a vessel can fail a charter audit, experience downtime, or face expensive operational delays.
Why DP AHTS Vessel Owners in Nigeria & West Africa Need Regular DP Audits
Operators in the Gulf of Guinea—especially Nigeria, Ghana, Angola, Equatorial Guinea, and Ivory Coast—face:
High-risk deep-water operations
Stringent oil major requirements
Constant charter vetting
Frequent offshore safety verification
A professional DP Surveyor helps vessel owners:
Maintain uninterrupted DP capability
Meet client & class compliance
Reduce operational risks
Win more offshore contracts
Prevent costly breakdowns and system failures
Oitha Marine – Professional DP Surveying & DP Auditing Services
Oitha Marine specialises in high-accuracy surveys for DP-equipped vessels, including:
✔ DP Annual Audits (Class & Client Requirement)
Verification of all DP components, alarms, sensors, and redundancy paths.
✔ FMEA Development & FMEA Proving Trials
Critical for DP2 and DP3 vessels, ensuring no single-point failure compromises positioning.
✔ DP Capability Analysis
Assessment of vessel station-keeping performance under Nigerian offshore conditions.
✔ DP Function Testing
Testing joystick control, thruster responses, sensors, power management, and reference systems.
✔ DP Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
For vessels with DP anomalies or failures.
✔ Pre-Charter DP audit assistance
Ensure your vessel passes all oil major checks before being deployed.
Whether your vessel is operating in Lagos, Onne, Warri, Port Harcourt, Takoradi (Ghana), or Luanda (Angola)—Oitha Marine provides responsive and professional DP survey services.
Why Offshore Companies Choose Oitha Marine
Fast mobilisation to any West African port
Experienced DP Engineers, DP Surveyors, and Marine Auditors
Compliance with IMCA, IOGP, and Class requirements
Detailed reports with corrective actions
Affordable rates compared to foreign survey teams
Trusted by local and international offshore companies
Need a DP Surveyor in Nigeria or West Africa?
Oitha Marine provides professional, reliable, and IMCA-compliant DP survey and auditing services to keep your AHTS, PSV, and offshore fleet fully compliant and charter-ready.
Visit: www.oithamarine.com
Or request a service quote anytime.
FAQ – DP Surveying & DP Auditing for Offshore Vessels (2026)
- How often do DP AHTS vessels require a DP audit?
Typically annually, but some oil majors may request pre-charter audits.
- Do DP2 and DP3 vessels require FMEA proving trials?
Yes. FMEA proving trials are mandatory to verify redundancy.
- Can a vessel fail a DP audit?
Yes. If critical systems or redundancy paths fail testing, corrective actions are required before deployment.
- Does Oitha Marine conduct DP surveys outside Nigeria?
Yes—Oitha Marine covers the entire West African region, including Ghana, Angola, Equatorial Guinea, and Côte d’Ivoire.
- What documents are required before a DP audit?
DP Operations Manual
FMEA/FMEA update
DP maintenance reports
Thruster test logs
Power management system logs
- How long does a DP audit take?
Depending on vessel class (DP1–DP3), between 1 to 3 days on average.
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