About Us
Technical Clarity for Maritime Stakeholders
Peralta & Ruarte is an independent marine surveying and loss prevention firm providing technical expertise and immediate response for the global maritime industry across Argentina and South America.
Our mission is to deliver decisive technical clarity that enables maritime stakeholders—shipowners, charterers, P&I Clubs, insurers, and legal representatives—to make informed decisions with confidence.
Experience & Expertise
Our survey team brings extensive experience in marine surveying, with practical knowledge of vessel operations, cargo handling, and maritime commercial practices. This operational background informs our technical assessments and ensures practical, actionable reporting.
We maintain strong operational presence across key maritime regions including the River Plate, Paraná River system, and all Argentine Atlantic ports. Our understanding of local navigation conditions, port practices, and regulatory requirements enables efficient survey execution and accurate technical analysis.
Each engagement is led by senior surveyors with direct accountability for survey quality and client communication. Our structure ensures that the professionals who conduct surveys are the same individuals who prepare and defend our technical findings.
Technical Rigor
We prioritize technical rigor and honesty above all. Our role is to provide clear, evidence-based counsel that supports your interests—identifying critical facts, gaps in information, and practical implications that others may overlook. We accept instructions where we can deliver uncompromised technical analysis without conflict of interest.
Reports are prepared to standards acceptable for P&I Club claims handling, insurance negotiations, arbitration, and court proceedings. We understand that our documentation may be subject to adversarial review and prepare accordingly.
Our survey methodology follows established international practices while incorporating local knowledge essential for operations in South American waters. This combination ensures both technical validity and practical relevance.
Our Values
Principles that guide every survey engagement and client interaction.
Real Counsel
Technical advice grounded in factual evidence and professional judgment, supporting the interests of those who engage us. We identify what's actually happening and what's not being said.
Accuracy
Precise technical reporting prepared to international standards. Documentation that withstands scrutiny in claims and legal proceedings.
Response Time
Immediate mobilization capability. Rapid deployment to any port, anchorage, or offshore location.
Operational Discipline
Systematic survey procedures ensuring comprehensive coverage and consistent quality across all engagements.
Regional Expertise
In-depth knowledge of South American maritime operations and local regulatory frameworks.
River Plate Navigation
Expert knowledge of River Plate channels, pilotage requirements, and port operations at Buenos Aires, Montevideo, and La Plata terminals.
Paraná River System
Familiarity with up-river grain and industrial ports, seasonal navigation constraints, and river draft limitations.
Atlantic Ports
Coverage of Bahía Blanca, Necochea/Quequén, Mar del Plata, and all Argentine Atlantic coast facilities.
Regulatory Knowledge
Understanding of Prefectura Naval Argentina requirements, local maritime practices, and documentation standards.
