Layline Marine Survey

07/28/2026

Beautiful morning at Canoe Cove Marina for a

07/21/2026

We have a new thickness gauge! Read our surveyors latest blog post on how it can be used during a marine survey as another tool to get a picture of a vessel's condition.

If you’ve ever seen a marine surveyor wandering around a boatyard or drydock tapping a hammer against a hull you’ve witnessed one of the ...

07/18/2026

Big day for us! Completed a survey in beautiful Oak Bay and some new survey gear arrived. Stay tuned for a blog post on how this equipment will be used to better assess both alloy and Fiberglas hulls.

06/18/2026

The "Sportboat Revolution" is officially here, and the energy at Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club on Wednesday was awesome

We had a fantastic time chatting ORC Sportboat and measurement at SNSYC. It was a brilliant evening diving into the technical complexities that make this class so dynamic. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us to discuss the future of racing.

A special shoutout to Mike Wills(Layline Marine Survey)for leading the measurement charge. As well as the great organisers of the Patos Island Race. We spent the session exploring how ORC measurements are the backbone of fair, competitive racing and the use cases for the Sport Boat Class. By using dynamic ratings, we’re not just racing: we’re building a level playing field where skill and strategy truly shine.

At Black Wolf Racing, we’re hoping to see this community grow. Whether you're a seasoned pro or looking to get into sportboat racing, the momentum is building, and we’re here to help you get on the water with confidence.

Ready to join the revolution? Sign up via our form here:

https://www.blackwolfracing.ca/contact-8

Stay Salty!

06/15/2026

Looking forward to this!

We are excited to come and visit Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club with Layline Marine Survey to come and talk about the exciting developments in sport boat racing from the ORC - Offshore Racing Congress and how the measurement and certificate process works.

06/01/2026

We have been busy surveying this month. I trust everyone is getting their boats ready for a busy season on the water. If you planning to haul you boat out this read, our surveyor's blog post on hull blisters could provide some good info!

A Guide to Hull Blisters There is one phrase that causes a lot of anxiety during a haul-out: "Blisters have been observed on the hull" I...

05/15/2026

Don’t forget to wear your life jackets! This fun event kicks off safe boating week. Don’t forget to stay safe on the water!

For information about how to stay safe on the water take a look at Canada safe boating guide which has been refreshed in 2026.

https://tc.canada.ca/sites/default/files/2026-05/boating_guide_2026_en_acc.pdf

05/15/2026

Very nicely done ABYC!

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05/09/2026

Good reminder from the dedicated volunteers at RCM SAR.

🚨Emergency Preparedness Week • Wrap‑Up

is ending, but preparedness is year‑round.

Review your float plan habits, update your emergency kit, and stay aware of local marine conditions. 💙

Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue Oak Bay Marina Royal Victoria Yacht Club

05/06/2026

Great evening chatting about ORC measuring and how ORC Canada is facilitating world class events here in BC!

We had a great evening with Layline Marine Survey presenting to Canadian Forces Sailing Association all about ORC - Offshore Racing Congress certificates, measurement, and race management! There were some distinguished Van Isle 360 International Yacht Race alumni in the crowd.