Is your vessel's magnetic compass unreliable? Do you need to renew the deviation card before sailing from the Port of Badalona?
At Nautical Compass, Valencia is our home. We offer a nautical compass adjustment technical service with the speed that only a local professional can guarantee.
Under the technical direction of Captain Alejandro Ros (Adjuster No. 86 DGMM), we perform your compass compensation directly on your vessel in Badalona, ensuring that your navigation is precise and complies with SOLAS V/19 regulations.
Coverage in Badalona and Surrounding Areas
We travel immediately to:
Port of Badalona
Adjustments for merchant and passenger ships.
NAUTICAL COMPASS ADJUSTMENT
On-site technical support and compass adjustment services for all vessel types.
Information regarding magnetic compass adjustment services:
For interventions in the Badalona area, a fixed travel fee of €220 applies from our base in Valencia. This minimal cost ensures the attendance of an officially certified adjuster whose documentation is recognized internationally.
Service Rates Compass Adjustment
Rate by Gross Tonnage (GT) — Standard Hours (Mon–Fri 08:00–18:00)
Out-of-Hours Surcharges
General rate conditions of Compensation and Adjustment:
- Rates include mileage and transit time (base: Port of Valencia).
- Two hours of quayside waiting time are included. Excess time: €65/h (standard); €86/h (out-of-hours/holiday).
- Compensating magnets (if required): €50/unit.
All prices are fixed, agreed prior to engagement and free of hidden charges. VAT not included. Operating base: Port of Valencia.
Compass Exchange Programme
Delivery of a fully reconditioned compass in exchange for the defective unit: €900. Alternatively, an on-board replacement with dispatch of the original compass to the workshop for repair.
VAT NOT INCLUDED
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Compass Adjustment in Badalona
1. Do you provide on-site service directly at the berth in the Port of Badalona?
Yes, Captain Alejandro Ros provides on-board adjustment services at both commercial ports and local marinas. Please request a detailed proposal for a precise breakdown of travel expenses from our base.
2. Why is periodic magnetic compass compensation essential for safe navigation?
The magnetic compass is affected by structural changes to the vessel, the installation of new electronic equipment, or simply by the passage of time. Professional compensation ensures the deviation card is accurate, thereby preventing critical heading errors. A standard adjustment typically takes between 2 and 3 hours, depending on the vessel's magnetic state. Upon completion, the deviation card is issued.
3. How is the validity of the deviation card guaranteed?
As certified adjusters authorized by the Spanish Directorate General of the Merchant Marine (Adjuster No. 86), our certification holds full legal validity for all international safety inspections, including those under SOLAS regulations.
4. Why is magnetic compass compensation critical, even when using modern GPS navigation systems?
The magnetic system acts as your vital backup in the event of antenna failure, interference, or satellite signal jamming. It is a mandatory maritime safety requirement that ensures your capacity for autonomous navigation.
Why choose Nautical Compass?
Official Deviation Card
Immediate issuance of the mandatory certification required for vessel clearance.
Magnetic Compass Accuracy
Eliminating deviations and magnetic interference for consistently reliable navigation.
Cyber Resilience
Your magnetic compass is the only guidance system that does not rely on satellites or electricity. It is your ultimate safeguard against GPS failure.
Official Certification Guarantee
Service performed by Captain Ros, Compass Adjuster certified by the DGMM.
OUR CLIENTS
Do you require a magnetic compass adjustment in Badalona?
Contact us now and coordinate your appointment.