Topcoat & cosmetic finish
Assessment of fairing, primer and topcoat stages, including gloss, visual defects, repair areas and final appearance.
Independent coating expertise
Quality you can see. Expertise you can trust.
Independent coating consultancy for superyacht newbuild, refit and warranty projects, with a strong focus on technical compliance, cosmetic finish and clear reporting.
Available for projects in the Netherlands and abroad.
Flawless finishes.
Trusted expertise.
12+ years
industry experience
FROSIO Level 3
NACE Level 2
RMCI Certified
About
Personal involvement from first inspection to final report.
Dekker Coating Consultancy supports management companies, owners’ teams, shipyards, paint contractors and captains with independent coating inspection and technical guidance.
Dennis Dekker combines practical field experience with recognised inspection qualifications. The focus is on an objective assessment, direct communication between all parties and a finish that meets both the technical specification and the visual standards expected in the superyacht industry.
Independent. Practical. Clear.
One experienced consultant, direct communication and concise reporting, without unnecessary layers between the inspection and the client.
Primary focusSuperyacht coatings
Project phasesNewbuild · Refit · Warranty
ReportingObjective & actionable
Services
Inspection and consultancy across the complete coating process.
From steel preparation and climatic control to final appearance, repairs and warranty observations.
Newbuild & refit verification
Independent hold-point inspections, specification checks and practical follow-up during application and repair work.
Underwater hull systems
Inspection of surface preparation, tie coats, antifouling systems, dry film thickness and local repair procedures.
Tanks & technical spaces
Inspection of drinking water tanks, ballast tanks and technical areas, including relevant IMO PSPC requirements.
Warranty & condition surveys
Structured assessment of coating defects, appearance changes and recurring issues, supported by clear photo reporting.
Failure analysis & claims support
Independent technical observations and recommendations where coating performance or workmanship is disputed.
Sectors
Specialist superyacht knowledge, supported by wider coating experience.
Superyachts
Newbuild, refit and warranty work for premium topcoat systems, underwater hulls, tanks and technical spaces.
Commercial & industrial
Additional experience in inland shipping, wind energy and petrochemical coating applications.
Approach
A straightforward process built around facts.
Review
Project specification, coating system, scope and acceptance criteria.
Inspect
Visual assessment, measurements and verification at agreed inspection points.
Communicate
Direct discussion of findings with the responsible project parties.
Report
Concise findings, photographs, conclusions and practical recommendations.
Contact
Need an independent coating consultant for your next project?
Contact Dennis directly to discuss the project scope, inspection planning or a specific coating issue.