Welcome Aboard.
More than a search engine: a practical compass through the wide oceans of maritime compliance.
CertificateFinder was launched in 2023, anchored in Seaviser Engineering’s commitment to maritime excellence. We understand the challenges of managing certificates across new builds and diverse fleets, and created a digital catalogue to make discovery simpler.
Why CertificateFinder?
Unified database
Product approvals, manufacturers and service suppliers are brought together into one searchable index.
User-friendly interface
Search, filter and retrieve records without navigating a maze of separate source sites.
Precision with context
Indexed dates and statuses help discovery, while source links let users perform the final issuing-body verification.
Maritime focus
The platform is built around real shipyard, shipowner and fleet certificate workflows.
Certificate types
Type Approval Certificate
A certification indicating that maritime products meet requirements set by the certifying authority, class rules, standards or applicable regulations.
Marine Equipment Directive
MED certification relates to marine equipment that meets applicable European safety and quality requirements.
Approved Manufacturer Certificate
Manufacturer or works approvals indicate that a facility has been assessed against applicable classification-society requirements.
Service Suppliers
Service-supplier approval demonstrates assessed competency for specified maritime inspection, maintenance or service activities.