Based in Varna, Bulgaria, Multitest functions as a specialized technical control and inspection organization with a significant operational footprint in the maritime and industrial sectors. Established with over five decades of accumulated experience in quality assurance, the company operates as an independent third-party entity, holding accreditations as both an Inspection Body of Type A and a Testing Laboratory. While its expertise extends across the energy and chemical industries, its location in a major Black Sea port city has anchored a substantial portion of its activities in the ship repair, shipping, and offshore domains.
The company’s primary role within the maritime industry centers on ensuring the structural integrity and seaworthiness of commercial vessels. Multitest provides comprehensive Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) services, which are essential for detecting flaws in ship hulls, storage tanks, and high-pressure piping systems without damaging the materials. A critical component of their maritime service portfolio is Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement (UTM). This procedure is vital for aging vessels, as it allows shipowners and classification societies to monitor steel corrosion and gauging levels to determine if a ship remains safe for operation or requires steel renewal during dry-docking repairs.
Beyond hull surveys, the organization utilizes a wide array of diagnostic methods, including radiographic, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, and eddy current testing. These techniques are deployed to inspect welded joints on ship structures, verifying compliance with international engineering standards. The company’s competence extends to its accredited laboratory, where it performs destructive testing—such as tensile, impact, and hardness tests—to validate the mechanical properties of materials used in marine construction and repair projects.
Multitest also acts as a Notified Body for pressure equipment, a qualification relevant to the certification of shipboard boilers and pressure vessels. Additionally, the company conducts technical surveillance of high-risk facilities, which includes the inspection of lifting equipment and cranes often utilized in port logistics and shipyard operations. By delivering precise technical data and independent assessments, Multitest supports the regional and international shipping community in maintaining regulatory compliance and minimizing operational risks throughout the lifecycle of marine assets.
