Heavy Lift & Project Cargo Survey Services

Transporting high-value, over-dimensional, and critical project cargo requires meticulous engineering review, precise stowage planning, and strict adherence to maritime securing standards. MP Inspection provides independent 3rd-party project cargo inspection, heavy lift loading supervision, and lashing approval services for EPC contractors, freight forwarders, charterers, and P&I Clubs worldwide.

Key Services & Operational Scope

Pre-Load Technical Engineering & Method Statement Audits

Technical review of cargo stowage plans, lifting procedures, and stability calculations prior to vessel arrival.
Route feasibility assessments, berth suitability audits, and crane capacity verification at loading/discharging ports.
Inspection of vessel deck strength, dunnage distribution, and load-spreading calculations.

Lifting Operations & Crane Supervision

On-site monitoring of tandem lifting, shore crane setups, and vessel crane operations.
Physical inspection of lifting gear, spreader bars, slings, shackles, and grommets for valid class certification and integrity.
Risk mitigation during critical maneuvering, ballasting, and deck transfer sequences.

Lashing, Securing & Cargo Hold Approval

Rigorous oversight of lashing application, welding of stopper plates, and turnbuckle tensioning.
Calculation of acceleration forces, tipping moments, and sliding risks based on weather and sea state projections.
Official issuance of Lashing & Cargo Securing Approval Certificates prior to vessel departure.

Discharge Supervision & Outturn Surveys

Supervision of unlashing and discharging operations at destination ports.
Detailed damage inspection and outturn condition reporting for high-value machinery, transformers, and industrial equipment.
Joint survey representation for claims prevention and liability distribution.

International Standards & Compliance

Our project cargo survey procedures strictly comply with international marine engineering guidelines:

IMO CSS Code (Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing)
DNV-ST-N001 (Marine Operations and Marine Warranty Standard)
Noble Denton Guidelines for Heavy Lift and Project Cargo Operations

Why Choose MP Inspection?

Feature	Client Benefit
Marine Warranty Compliant	Rigorous documentation recognized by underwriters, insurers, and charterers.
Risk & Delay Elimination	Proactive verification of lifting gear and deck loading limits to prevent port accidents.
End-to-End Field Coverage	Continuous surveyor presence from initial lifting prep to final lashing sign-off.

Request a Project Cargo Survey

Safeguard your critical project shipments and ensure structural compliance. Contact our heavy lift operations team today.