The ship hull inspection services market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $13.33 billion in 2025 to $13.62 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to reliance on visual inspection techniques, adoption of ultrasonic thickness measurement, growth in regulatory compliance requirements, use of divers for underwater inspection, emergence of documentation and reporting services.
The ship hull inspection services market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $14.81 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to use of autonomous underwater drones, integration of AI-based defect detection, adoption of robotic inspection systems, expansion of predictive maintenance services, growth in eco-friendly inspection solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include increased adoption of underwater drone-based inspections, growing focus on real-time hull condition monitoring, rising demand for predictive maintenance services, expanded use of remote survey and digital documentation, enhanced safety compliance driven by maritime regulations.
The rise in international trade is expected to drive the growth of the ship hull inspection services market. International trade involves the cross-border exchange of goods, services, and capital between individuals, businesses, and governments. Its expansion is fueled by globalization, which promotes economic interdependence, market growth, production specialization, and comparative advantages among nations. Ship hull inspection services support international trade by ensuring vessel safety, regulatory compliance, environmental protection, and risk management, thereby facilitating efficient global commerce. For instance, in March 2024, the UK-based Office for National Statistics reported that goods imports from the EU increased by $13.75 billion (£11.8 billion) compared to 2022. Consequently, the growth of international trade is driving demand for ship hull inspection services.
Key companies in the ship hull inspection services market are leveraging strategic partnerships to develop advanced hull cleaning technologies. Strategic collaborations combine expertise, resources, and R&D efforts, accelerating innovation and commercialization while broadening market access. For example, in October 2023, Lomar Shipping, a UK-based maritime services company, partnered with Alicia Bots, a US-based maritime technology firm, to develop robotic hull cleaning solutions. This collaboration aims to improve vessel maintenance efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and advance sustainable biofouling control practices.
In May 2024, Edison Chouest Offshore, a US-based shipbuilding company, acquired ROVOP for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition strengthens Chouest’s subsea service capabilities by integrating ROVOP’s expertise in ship hull inspection, enhancing operational efficiency and expanding client solutions. ROVOP is a Scotland-based company specializing in ship hull inspection services.
Major companies operating in the ship hull inspection services market are Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore, DNV GL, TRC Companies Inc., Lloyd's Register Group, American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), RINA Group, Carisbrooke Shipping Limited, Korean Register, Applied Technical Services, Overseas Merchandise Inspection Co Ltd, Blueye Robotics, Royal Marine Management Pte Ltd, IMF Technical Services Ltd, Inuktun Services Ltd, Marine Inspection Services Ltd, Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, SolidTech, Ultramag Inspection Services, AIM Control Group, Commercial Diving Services Pty Ltd, C-Leanship A/S, AIM Control Inspection Group of Companies, Hempel Services, TechKnowServ Corporation, Norwegian Marine & Cargo Survey, TechKnowServ Corp., TECHNOS MIHARA Co Ltd.
North America was the largest region in the ship hull inspection services market in 2025. The regions covered in the ship hull inspection services market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs on maritime inspection tools, underwater drones, and advanced NDT equipment have increased operational costs for ship hull inspection service providers, especially in major maritime hubs across Asia-Pacific and Europe that rely on imported inspection technologies. Segments involving robotic inspections and high-tech sensor-based methods are most affected by cost escalation and delayed deployment. However, tariffs have also encouraged domestic innovation and local manufacturing of robotic inspection devices, enabling regional service growth and reducing long-term dependence on international suppliers.
The ship hull inspection services market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides ship hull inspection services market statistics, including ship hull inspection services industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a ship hull inspection services market share, detailed ship hull inspection services market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the ship hull inspection services industry. This ship hull inspection services market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
Ship hull inspection services involve the procedures and processes dedicated to examining the outer structure or shell of a ship. These services are crucial for ensuring the safety, efficiency, and compliance of maritime operations, as well as safeguarding the marine environment and promoting the longevity of maritime assets.
The primary types of ship hull inspection services include assessments of general corrosion, pitting and grooving, coating conditions, deformation and fractures, cleanliness, among others. Terms such as general corrosion, pitting and grooving, and coating conditions are commonly used to characterize material deterioration, particularly in metals. Various types of vessels fall under these inspection services, such as oil and chemical tankers, bulk carriers, general cargo ships, container ships, gas carriers, offshore vessels, passenger ships and ferries, mega yachts, and more. These services cater to diverse applications such as cruise ships, commercial vessels, container ships, naval ships or military vessels, offshore oil and gas ships, among others. End-users include ship owners, ship manufacturers, and naval vessels.
The countries covered in the ship hull inspection services market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The ship hull inspection services market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as visual inspection, underwater drone inspection, thickness measurement, sample collection and analysis, documentation, and reporting. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The ship hull inspection services market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $14.81 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to use of autonomous underwater drones, integration of AI-based defect detection, adoption of robotic inspection systems, expansion of predictive maintenance services, growth in eco-friendly inspection solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include increased adoption of underwater drone-based inspections, growing focus on real-time hull condition monitoring, rising demand for predictive maintenance services, expanded use of remote survey and digital documentation, enhanced safety compliance driven by maritime regulations.
The rise in international trade is expected to drive the growth of the ship hull inspection services market. International trade involves the cross-border exchange of goods, services, and capital between individuals, businesses, and governments. Its expansion is fueled by globalization, which promotes economic interdependence, market growth, production specialization, and comparative advantages among nations. Ship hull inspection services support international trade by ensuring vessel safety, regulatory compliance, environmental protection, and risk management, thereby facilitating efficient global commerce. For instance, in March 2024, the UK-based Office for National Statistics reported that goods imports from the EU increased by $13.75 billion (£11.8 billion) compared to 2022. Consequently, the growth of international trade is driving demand for ship hull inspection services.
Key companies in the ship hull inspection services market are leveraging strategic partnerships to develop advanced hull cleaning technologies. Strategic collaborations combine expertise, resources, and R&D efforts, accelerating innovation and commercialization while broadening market access. For example, in October 2023, Lomar Shipping, a UK-based maritime services company, partnered with Alicia Bots, a US-based maritime technology firm, to develop robotic hull cleaning solutions. This collaboration aims to improve vessel maintenance efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and advance sustainable biofouling control practices.
In May 2024, Edison Chouest Offshore, a US-based shipbuilding company, acquired ROVOP for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition strengthens Chouest’s subsea service capabilities by integrating ROVOP’s expertise in ship hull inspection, enhancing operational efficiency and expanding client solutions. ROVOP is a Scotland-based company specializing in ship hull inspection services.
Major companies operating in the ship hull inspection services market are Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore, DNV GL, TRC Companies Inc., Lloyd's Register Group, American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), RINA Group, Carisbrooke Shipping Limited, Korean Register, Applied Technical Services, Overseas Merchandise Inspection Co Ltd, Blueye Robotics, Royal Marine Management Pte Ltd, IMF Technical Services Ltd, Inuktun Services Ltd, Marine Inspection Services Ltd, Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, SolidTech, Ultramag Inspection Services, AIM Control Group, Commercial Diving Services Pty Ltd, C-Leanship A/S, AIM Control Inspection Group of Companies, Hempel Services, TechKnowServ Corporation, Norwegian Marine & Cargo Survey, TechKnowServ Corp., TECHNOS MIHARA Co Ltd.
North America was the largest region in the ship hull inspection services market in 2025. The regions covered in the ship hull inspection services market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs on maritime inspection tools, underwater drones, and advanced NDT equipment have increased operational costs for ship hull inspection service providers, especially in major maritime hubs across Asia-Pacific and Europe that rely on imported inspection technologies. Segments involving robotic inspections and high-tech sensor-based methods are most affected by cost escalation and delayed deployment. However, tariffs have also encouraged domestic innovation and local manufacturing of robotic inspection devices, enabling regional service growth and reducing long-term dependence on international suppliers.
The ship hull inspection services market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides ship hull inspection services market statistics, including ship hull inspection services industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a ship hull inspection services market share, detailed ship hull inspection services market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the ship hull inspection services industry. This ship hull inspection services market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
Ship hull inspection services involve the procedures and processes dedicated to examining the outer structure or shell of a ship. These services are crucial for ensuring the safety, efficiency, and compliance of maritime operations, as well as safeguarding the marine environment and promoting the longevity of maritime assets.
The primary types of ship hull inspection services include assessments of general corrosion, pitting and grooving, coating conditions, deformation and fractures, cleanliness, among others. Terms such as general corrosion, pitting and grooving, and coating conditions are commonly used to characterize material deterioration, particularly in metals. Various types of vessels fall under these inspection services, such as oil and chemical tankers, bulk carriers, general cargo ships, container ships, gas carriers, offshore vessels, passenger ships and ferries, mega yachts, and more. These services cater to diverse applications such as cruise ships, commercial vessels, container ships, naval ships or military vessels, offshore oil and gas ships, among others. End-users include ship owners, ship manufacturers, and naval vessels.
The countries covered in the ship hull inspection services market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The ship hull inspection services market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as visual inspection, underwater drone inspection, thickness measurement, sample collection and analysis, documentation, and reporting. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Ship Hull Inspection Services Market Characteristics
3. Ship Hull Inspection Services Market Supply Chain Analysis
4. Global Ship Hull Inspection Services Market Trends and Strategies
5. Ship Hull Inspection Services Market Analysis of End Use Industries
7. Global Ship Hull Inspection Services Strategic Analysis Framework, Current Market Size, Market Comparisons and Growth Rate Analysis
8. Global Ship Hull Inspection Services Total Addressable Market (TAM) Analysis for the Market
9. Ship Hull Inspection Services Market Segmentation
10. Ship Hull Inspection Services Market Regional and Country Analysis
11. Asia-Pacific Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
12. China Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
13. India Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
14. Japan Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
15. Australia Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
16. Indonesia Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
17. South Korea Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
18. Taiwan Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
19. South East Asia Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
20. Western Europe Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
21. UK Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
22. Germany Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
23. France Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
24. Italy Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
25. Spain Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
26. Eastern Europe Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
27. Russia Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
28. North America Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
29. USA Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
30. Canada Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
31. South America Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
32. Brazil Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
33. Middle East Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
34. Africa Ship Hull Inspection Services Market
36. Ship Hull Inspection Services Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
37. Ship Hull Inspection Services Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
40. Ship Hull Inspection Services Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
41. Appendix
Executive Summary
Ship Hull Inspection Services Market Global Report 2026 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses ship hull inspection services market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for ship hull inspection services? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward, including technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer preferences? The ship hull inspection services market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
- The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
- The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
- The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
- The total addressable market (TAM) analysis section defines and estimates the market potential compares it with the current market size, and provides strategic insights and growth opportunities based on this evaluation.
- The market attractiveness scoring section evaluates the market based on a quantitative scoring framework that considers growth potential, competitive dynamics, strategic fit, and risk profile. It also provides interpretive insights and strategic implications for decision-makers.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
- Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.
Report Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Inspection Type: General Corrosion or Pitting and Grooving or Coating Condition; Deformation and Fractures; Cleanliness; Other Inspection Types2) By Vessel type: Oil and Chemical Tankers; Bulk Carriers; General Cargo; Container Ships; Gas Carriers; Offshore Vessels; Passenger Ships and Ferries; Mega Yachts and Other Vessels
3) By Application: Cruise Ships; Commercial Vessels; Container Ships; Naval Ships or Military Vessels; Offshore Oil and Gas Ships; Other Applications
4) By End User: Ship Owners; Ship Manufacturers; Navy Vessels
Subsegments:
1) By General Corrosion or Pitting and Grooving or Coating Condition: Visual Inspection; Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement; Eddy Current Testing; Coating Condition Assessment2) By Deformation and Fractures: Ultrasonic Testing (UT); Radiographic Testing (RT); Magnetic Particle Testing (MPT); Dye Penetrant Testing (DPT)
3) By Cleanliness: Visual Inspection for Hull Cleanliness; Surface Profile Measurement; Abrasive Blasting Inspection; Fouling Assessment
4) By Other Inspection Types: Acoustic Emission Testing (AET); Laser Scanning and 3D Inspection; Remote Operated Vehicle (ROV) Inspection; Ultrasonic Guided Wave Testing
Companies Mentioned: Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore; DNV GL; TRC Companies Inc.; Lloyd's Register Group; American Bureau of Shipping (ABS); RINA Group; Carisbrooke Shipping Limited; Korean Register; Applied Technical Services; Overseas Merchandise Inspection Co Ltd; Blueye Robotics; Royal Marine Management Pte Ltd; IMF Technical Services Ltd; Inuktun Services Ltd; Marine Inspection Services Ltd; Nippon Kaiji Kyokai; SolidTech; Ultramag Inspection Services; AIM Control Group; Commercial Diving Services Pty Ltd; C-Leanship A/S; AIM Control Inspection Group of Companies; Hempel Services; TechKnowServ Corporation; Norwegian Marine & Cargo Survey; TechKnowServ Corp.; TECHNOS MIHARA Co Ltd
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
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Companies Mentioned
The companies featured in this Ship Hull Inspection Services market report include:- Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore
- DNV GL
- TRC Companies Inc.
- Lloyd's Register Group
- American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
- RINA Group
- Carisbrooke Shipping Limited
- Korean Register
- Applied Technical Services
- Overseas Merchandise Inspection Co Ltd
- Blueye Robotics
- Royal Marine Management Pte Ltd
- IMF Technical Services Ltd
- Inuktun Services Ltd
- Marine Inspection Services Ltd
- Nippon Kaiji Kyokai
- SolidTech
- Ultramag Inspection Services
- AIM Control Group
- Commercial Diving Services Pty Ltd
- C-Leanship A/S
- AIM Control Inspection Group of Companies
- Hempel Services
- TechKnowServ Corporation
- Norwegian Marine & Cargo Survey
- TechKnowServ Corp.
- TECHNOS MIHARA Co Ltd
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 250 |
| Published | January 2026 |
| Forecast Period | 2026 - 2030 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 13.62 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 14.81 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 2.1% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 28 |
