Scope of Activities
Chemical Consultancy
When required, our experienced chemical surveyors provide professional consultancy services to tanker operators and chemical companies regarding chemical products, handling procedures, and operational safety.
Chemical Survey Services
Pre and Post Loading Surveys
- Sampling before and after loading operations
- Quantity determination and reporting
- Preparation of full survey reports
Shore Tank Gauging
- Measurement of shore tanks before or after loading/discharge
- Preparation of official gauging reports
Discharge Surveys
- Determination of cargo quantity on board prior to discharge
- Sampling and analysis coordination
- Verification of cargo losses or discrepancies
Protest & Shortage Reporting
In case of cargo shortage or discrepancy:
- Issuance of protest letters to vessel master
- Preparation of official statements and reports
Tank Empty Certification
- Verification of cargo tanks after discharge
- Issuance of “Dry Tank Certificate”
LPG & Gas Operations Surveys
- Gas-freeing and purging operations supervision
- Monitoring of P&O / purging processes
- Verification of all related documentation
- Measurement using advanced modern equipment
- Preparation of official reports and certificates
- Bank documentation and operational verification
Pre-Loading & Hatch Cover Surveys
- Inspection of cargo condition at warehouse or storage area prior to loading
- Identification of damaged cargo and recommendations for replacement
- Continuous monitoring during loading operations
- Detection and reporting of discrepancies
- Daily discrepancy reports signed with vessel master
- Final remarks on mates receipts and bills of lading
- Cargo stowage, dunnage and lashing condition inspection
- Full photographic and documentary reporting
Tally Surveys
- Independent tally supervision during loading/discharging operations
- One tallyman per shift under surveyor supervision
- Weighbridge coordination and control
- Daily tally reports and final consolidated reporting
Cargo Discharge Survey
- Pre-discharge hold condition inspection
- Monitoring of discharge operations
- Weighbridge supervision if required
- Damage identification and reporting
Cargo Damage Survey
- Full investigation of damaged cargo
- Cause and extent analysis
- Damage valuation and financial assessment
- Investigation of possible manipulation or fraud
- Repair cost estimation and market value assessment
Lashing Survey
- Inspection of cargo securing methods in holds, trucks, and containers
- Verification of lashing materials and compliance
- Recommendations for corrections if required
- Issuance of “Lashing Approval Certificate” when compliant
Cargo Shortage Investigation
- Investigation of alleged shortages in bulk, liquid, or packaged cargo
- Verification of measurement systems and procedures
- Detection of possible cargo losses during operations
Ship & Shore Installation Damage Survey
- Investigation of collision and contact damage on vessels
- Damage assessment and root cause analysis
- Repair recommendations and cost estimation
- Inspection of port infrastructure (quays, fenders, pipelines, utilities)
- Diving inspection coordination when required
Ship Condition & Loss Prevention Survey
- Condition surveys for P&I Clubs, insurers, charterers, and owners
- Identification of deficiencies and recommendations
- Risk assessment and loss prevention reporting
- Vessel valuation based on age, condition, and market value
Yacht Survey
- Yacht damage inspection and reporting
- Cause and cost evaluation
- Repair supervision
- Condition and valuation surveys
Hatch Sealing & Unsealing Survey
- Hatch cover sealing/unsealing operations supervision
- Seal verification and control
- Issuance of sealing certificates
Broken Stowage & Stowage Factor Calculation
- Pre-loading hold measurements
- Maximum cargo capacity calculation
- Void space and broken stowage evaluation
- Stowage factor determination
Draft Survey
- Cargo quantity determination using international draft survey standards
- Services for buyers, sellers, P&I Clubs, and shipowners
Liquid Cargo Contamination Survey
- Investigation of contamination claims
- Inspection of ship and shore pipelines, pumps, and tanks
- Sampling and laboratory analysis coordination
- Comparison with original product specifications
- Root cause and financial impact assessment
Sampling Services
- Sampling of liquid, bulk, and packaged cargo
- Compliance with international sampling standards
- Proper sealing and storage of samples
Container Damage & Condition Survey
- Container damage inspection and reporting
- Repair recommendations and cost estimation
- On-hire / off-hire condition surveys
Bunker Survey
- Fuel oil, diesel oil, and lube oil quantity determination
- On-hire / off-hire bunker surveys
- Bunker certification issuance
- Scrapping vessels: identification and reporting of hazardous residues
- Supervision of discharge of hazardous materials to shore tanks
- Verification of empty tank conditions
- Coordination with customs sealing operations when required
On-Hire / Off-Hire Surveys
- Vessel condition assessment at charter entry and redelivery
- Documentation of vessel status for charter parties
Steel Scrap Survey
- Quality and quantity determination of scrap cargo
- Weighbridge supervision
Sea Pollution Survey
- Investigation of marine pollution claims
- Inspection of vessel pollution control systems
- Sampling and environmental condition assessment
Additional Marine Survey Services
- Bulk solid cargo inspection
- Container and cargo operations supervision
- Hatch cover ultrasonic and hose testing supervision
- Cargo hold cleanliness inspections
- Tally, draft, and weighbridge supervision
- Monitoring of maritime, land, rail, and logistics transport systems
Certifications & Standards
OHSAS 18001:2007