Carrier Inspections
Independent vessel, container, and transport inspections to confirm that the carrier meets the standards your cargo demands. Our surveyors attend worldwide to ensure suitability, compliance, and accurate documentation at every stage.
Inspection Types
From pre-loading hold inspections to comprehensive on/off hire condition reports, we cover the full scope of carrier assessment.
Pre-loading / Hatch Inspections
Assessment of cargo holds, hatch covers, and fittings before loading to confirm suitability for the intended cargo.
Hold Cleanliness & Suitability
Verification that holds are clean, dry, free of residue, and suitable for the next cargo in accordance with charterer requirements.
Container Condition Surveys
Inspection of container structural integrity, cleanliness, weather-tightness, and cargo-worthiness before stuffing.
Truck & Trailer Inspections
Pre-loading assessment of road transport units for condition, cleanliness, and suitability for the cargo being shipped.
On/Off Hire Surveys
Detailed condition assessment at the start and end of charter periods, documenting the state of the vessel and its equipment.
Bunker Surveys
Accurate measurement and verification of fuel oil quantities during bunkering operations, delivery, or transfer.
Draft Surveys
Determination of cargo weight loaded or discharged using vessel draft readings, density measurements, and displacement calculations.
P&I / H&M Condition Surveys
Independent condition assessments for P&I clubs, hull & machinery underwriters, and vessel operators.
Ensuring Carrier Meets Your Standards
A vessel or container that is unsuitable for your cargo can lead to damage, contamination, delays, and costly disputes. Carrier inspections provide the independent verification you need to confirm that transport equipment is clean, structurally sound, and fit for purpose before your goods are loaded.
Our surveyors assess hold cleanliness, structural condition, hatch cover integrity, ventilation systems, and cargo-securing arrangements against charterer requirements and industry standards. For containerised cargo, we inspect structural integrity, door seals, floor condition, and overall cargo-worthiness.
On/off hire surveys document the condition of the vessel and its equipment at charter commencement and redelivery, providing a clear baseline for any subsequent damage claims. Bunker surveys accurately measure fuel quantities to prevent disputes between owners and charterers. Draft surveys provide an independent weight determination that protects all parties involved.