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Survey and inspections are carried out to ensure that vessels are safe to set sail.
Conduct surveys throughout the ship's life (building new ship, annual survey, interim
survey, special survey) to ensure standards are maintained;
Perform inspections required by domestic statutes and international conventions by the
International Maritime Organization (IMO);
Survey is done to appraise or endorse certificates or approve supporting documents
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Mercantile is related to trade or commerce. The group of business owners are an example of a group
that would be described as mercantile. On the other hand, Maritime is relating to sea navigation,
shipping, etc.