Underwater drone inspection

See what happens below the waterline.

With underwater drone inspection, NautIQX clearly shows the condition of your hull, propeller, rudder and underwater vessel parts — without a crane, without guesswork and without unnecessary downtime.

No crane needed Inspection while the vessel stays in the water.
Drone footage Clear insight below the waterline.
Fast insight Ideal before maintenance, purchase or damage check.
NautIQX underwater scan Live inspection
0m -1m -2m -3m
Status Scanning
Image HD video
Focus Hull
0 crane needed for many inspections
0 important zones below water
0 % visual inspection possible
0 clear inspection moment
Why inspect?

Underwater issues often stay hidden for too long.

Growth, damage, wear, dirt build-up or irregularities near the propeller and rudder are often only discovered once the vessel is already out of the water. With drone inspection, you gain earlier insight, without immediately planning a yard visit.

This makes the service ideal for owners who take vessel maintenance seriously, but also for purchase, sale, periodic checks or a quick inspection after doubt or possible damage.

Premium insight

More control. Less guesswork.

NautIQX makes underwater maintenance visual. You see what happens below the waterline and can then decide more clearly which next step is needed.

Suitable for yachts, sloops and boats
Inspection without unnecessary lifting
Clear view of important components
Inspection points

What do we check with the underwater drone?

Click through the inspection points and see which parts receive extra attention during an underwater drone inspection.

01

Hull & coating

We look at visible growth, dirt build-up, coating issues, scratches and possible irregularities on the hull below the waterline.

Growth and dirt build-up
Damage or irregularities
Coating status and attention points
02

Propeller & rudder

The propeller and rudder are important for performance and safety. Drone footage helps to visually identify dirt, damage or irregularities.

Propeller fouling or visible damage
Rudder inspection
Indication of performance issues
03

Anodes & fittings

Anodes, through-hull fittings and other underwater parts can be visually checked for clear wear, dirt build-up or noticeable irregularities.

Visual anode inspection
Through-hulls and fittings
Support for preventive maintenance
04

General underwater condition

The inspection gives an overall view of the visible condition below the waterline, so you know more clearly whether cleaning, repair or a next step is needed.

General visual check
For maintenance planning
Useful before purchase or sale
When useful?

Drone inspection is valuable at several moments.

01

Before maintenance

First check the underwater condition before planning cleaning, repair or a yard visit.

02

After damage or doubt

Check visible irregularities on the hull, propeller or rudder after an incident or unknown sound.

03

For purchase or sale

Underwater footage can help give better insight into the visible condition of the vessel.

04

Periodic inspection

Ideal as part of a maintenance subscription or fixed yacht care routine.

How it works

This is how an underwater drone inspection works.

01

Request

You share the vessel type, location and reason for inspection.

02

Preparation

We assess the situation and plan a suitable moment.

03

Drone inspection

The underwater drone visually records the important parts.

04

Feedback

You receive clear information about visible attention points.

Smart combination

Combine inspection with hull cleaning.

First see what is happening underwater, then clean with focus. This gives you not only insight, but also a cleaner hull and better sailing efficiency.

Underwater insight

A clear check before small issues become bigger.

An underwater drone inspection gives boat owners fast and clear insight into the condition of the vessel below the waterline. This is exactly where problems often develop that cannot be seen from the dock. Think of growth on the hull, dirt around the propeller, damage to the coating, wear on anodes or irregularities near the rudder. By visually checking the underwater vessel while the boat stays in the water, you prevent unnecessary guesswork and get a better view of what is truly needed.

For many owners, a boat hull inspection is especially useful before maintenance, purchase, sale or after doubts about damage. When a vessel sails less smoothly, seems to use more fuel or responds differently than normal, underwater dirt or damage may be a possible cause. With clear underwater footage, it becomes visible whether there is growth, dirt build-up or attention points around important components.

The inspection is also valuable as preparation for hull cleaning. First check what is happening below the waterline, then clean or plan maintenance with focus. This helps prevent unnecessary work, while clear issues are noticed earlier. Especially for yachts, sloops and boats that stay in the water for longer periods, a regular visual boat inspection can help monitor the condition of the underwater vessel more effectively.

NautIQX focuses on modern and careful checking of the underwater vessel. With a boat inspection without crane approach, the vessel can often simply stay in the water while the most important zones are visually checked. This makes the service accessible, efficient and suitable for owners who take maintenance seriously. Whether it is a periodic check, a quick damage inspection, an inspection before sale or a combination with cleaning: an underwater drone inspection gives clarity when you need it.

Frequently asked questions

Questions about drone inspection?

Below you will find short answers about the underwater drone inspection by NautIQX.

Does my vessel need to come out of the water?

In many cases, no. The inspection is specifically intended to view important underwater parts while the vessel stays in the water.

Is footage recorded?

Yes, the inspection focuses on visual checks with drone footage. These images help to better understand the condition below the waterline.

Is this the same as a technical survey?

No. It is a visual underwater inspection. For official technical or structural surveys, additional specialist research may be needed.

Can I combine this with cleaning?

Yes. Inspection and hull cleaning can be combined very well for insight and direct results.

Request inspection

Ready to see what is happening below your vessel?

Go to the contact page and briefly tell us where your vessel is located and why you want an underwater drone inspection.

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