Condition Survey of Hull and Machinery for Underwriters

Appraise Underwriters of the insuring risk when Vessel is to be covered with the Hull & Machinery Underwriters or P&I Associations.

Damage Survey

Ascertain the cause, nature, extent & estimation of damage to cargo, vessel &port properties.

Draft Survey

The draft survey is the one by noting down the quantum of immersion of the ship through reading the draft marks on both sides of the ship at forward, mid point and at the rear side. Then applying density of water the ship is floating in and other factors, we calculate & determine the quantity of cargo (goods) in the ship. If the weight distribution on the ship is not even, each would be read differently. We always address the ship as the vessel and it is 'she' as she is always painted to keep her elegant.

Ultrasonic Hatch Cover Testing

Carry out hatch cover testing by Class Approved Ultrasonic Tester in order to ascertain the seaworthiness of hatch covers.

Measurement Surveys

Carry out Survey for the measurement of Logs, break bulk / project cargo, hold spaces in order to cater to the requirement of the Principals.

Pre-Shipment Surveys

In-depth analysis of various types of accidents, especially collisions, towards apportioning losses. This requires sailing and shore experience of deck and engine departments.

Bunker Supply Survey

Carry out surveys during Bunker Supply by the barges or Tank lorries & Removal of off-spec oil from the vessel.

On-Hire/Off-Hire Condition Surveys

Carry out On-Hire / Off-Hire Condition Surveys of the vessel during her Delivery / Re-delivery in compliance with the requirement of the Principal.

Bunker Survey

Carry out General Bunker Survey, On / Off / Conversion / Reversion Bunker Surveys in order to ascertain the quantity of Bunkers on board the vessel.

Casualty Investigations

Ascertain the remote cause, proximate cause of an accident and a thorough investigation in order to help in quick settlement of claims and list out the measures to prevent recurrence.

Legal Witness

Assist both disputing parties by legally witnessing & thereafter concluding the incidents of interests in order to arrive at arbitration awards.

Pollution Survey

Ascertain the cause, nature & extent of environmental impact of sea pollution incidents.

Survey of Group-A Cargo

Carry out pre-loading sampling of Group-A cargo such as Iron Ore Fines, Iron Ore Concentrate & Chrome Concentrate etc. and Continuous Supervision of loading & trimming of cargo in compliance with IMSBC Code.

Loss Prevention Surveys

Continuous survey during discharge or loading of bulk cargos in order to ascertain the cause of cargo loss & to devise the ways to mitigate Loss Prevention.

Technical Surveys:

In-depth analysis of various types of accidents, especially collisions, towards apportioning losses. This requires sailing and shore experience of deck and engine departments.

Consultancy/Assistance to Master/Ship-owning Interests, etc.

Many a time floating staff not aware of commercial implications and consequences thereof in legal matters. Hence, need arises to assist Master to ensure protection of Owners/Charterers interests and to avoid delays.

Quantity Determination Surveys

Carry out draught surveys in order to ascertain the quantity loaded / discharged from the vessel against Bills of Lading quantity of dry cargoes. Carry out Ullage Surveys in order to ascertain the quantity loaded / discharged from the vessel against Bills of Lading quantity of wet cargoes which include Crude Oil, Petroleum Products, Vegetable Oil, LPG, LNG & Chemicals etc.

Container Inspection/Condition/ Lashing/Reefer/ODC

Organic cargoes require high standards of cleanliness and condition of the container. Stowage and stability, Lashing of Cargo, lashing points and lashing materials to be used are of equal importance. Hygienic requirements of reefer containers and calculating loading of ODC project cargoes is always a challenge that we meet for our clients.

Stock Assessment Survey

Carry out volumetric measurement of bulk cargoes lying in stock piles by means of Total Station Equipment.

Port Captaincy

Carry out the job of Port Captain / Super Cargo during loading / discharging of bulk & break bulk cargoes which includes Stowage & Lashing etc. of break bulk cargoes.

Marine Cargo Claims

Carry out salvaging of cargo by segregating sound and damaged cargo on shore or on board the ship / barges, to arrive at fair market value of damaged cargo in agro commodities, dealing and disposal of infested cargoes. In case of edible oil and petroleum products assistance rendered from Laboratory analysis until disposal.