Commercial passenger tour catamaran underway on blue-green Gulf waters, with the Sunshine Skyway in the distance

Know before
they board.

Vessel inspection-readiness and compliance support for passenger vessel operators.

Inspection readiness $595 · up to 30 ft
Additional length +$10 / ft
Follow-up From $225 / visit
Corrective services $95 / hour*

For the vessels that move Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay passenger
vessel expertise.

Your vessel. Your passengers. Your livelihood. Jones Marine Solutions helps commercial operators identify what needs attention before inspection day, with practical guidance specific to your operation.

Tour boats & sightseeing

Commercial passenger vessels welcoming visitors aboard.

Dolphin & wildlife tours

Eco-tours and excursions on Gulf Coast waters.

Sunset cruises

Passenger operations from daylight to evening.

Charters & excursions

Charter operations and small passenger vessels.

Working passenger-vessel helm with marine radio, document binder and lifesaving equipment

Confidence before inspection day

Inspection day shouldn’t be the first time you find out something’s wrong.

An independent, practical assessment helps you identify observed deficiencies and potential compliance concerns so the most critical issues are identified and corrected well before your official inspection.

What you receive

  1. 01On-vessel inspection and assessment
  2. 02Review of applicable items within the agreed scope
  3. 03Photographic documentation of conditions and findings
  4. 04Identification of observed deficiencies and compliance concerns
  5. 05Classification and prioritization by apparent criticality
  6. 06Recommended corrective actions or improvements
  7. 07Comprehensive electronic inspection report

Why Jones Marine Solutions?

Practical maritime experience. An understanding of passenger vessel operations and Coast Guard inspection expectations. Straightforward communication, vessel-specific guidance, and an operator-focused approach rooted in Tampa Bay.

Meet Jones Marine Solutions

Start with a conversation

Confidence before inspection day.

Tell us about your vessel. Let’s identify the right starting point.

Get Inspection Ready