PROTECTING CARGO AND MARINE OPERATIONS
Marine Warranty Surveys & Cargo Inspections
Pre-shipment, loading, lashing, draft and condition surveys plus marine warranty approvals that safeguard high-value cargo and reduce transit and operational risk.
Overview
Our marine warranty and cargo inspection services protect the interests of cargo owners, insurers, banks and project stakeholders throughout the transport and handling of high-value goods. As independent surveyors we verify that cargo is fit, correctly handled and adequately secured, reducing the risk of loss, damage and disputes.
Marine warranty surveys provide independent approval of marine operations and transport arrangements against agreed standards, while cargo inspections document the quantity, quality and condition of goods at key points in the supply chain.
From pre-shipment inspection to loading, lashing and discharge surveys, our attendance and reporting give underwriters and clients the assurance that operations have been carried out safely and in line with contractual and warranty requirements.
What we do
Marine Warranty Surveys
Independent review and approval of loadout, transport and operations for project and heavy-lift cargo.
Pre-Shipment Inspection
Verification of quantity, quality, packing and condition of cargo before it is dispatched or loaded.
Loading & Lashing Surveys
Supervision of stowage, securing and lashing of cargo to ensure safe carriage and compliance with best practice.
Draft & Bunker Surveys
Determination of cargo quantity by draft survey and verification of bunker quantities on board.
Container & Consignment
Inspection of containers, seals and consignments for condition, tampering and compliance at ports and depots.
Damage & Condition Surveys
On-arrival assessment of loss, shortage and damage to cargo, with cause analysis and quantification.
- What you receive
- Independent Survey and Project Approval Report
- Photographic record of cargo and operations
- Cause and extent of damage where relevant
- Certificate of Condition and Quantity Verification
- Lashing and securing verification
- Recommendations to mitigate transit risk
Frequently asked questions
What is a marine warranty survey?
It is an independent review and approval of a marine operation — such as loadout, towage or transport — to confirm it meets the standards required by underwriters before it proceeds.
When should cargo be inspected?
Ideally at multiple stages: before shipment, during loading and lashing, and on arrival, so that condition and responsibility can be clearly documented throughout transit.
Do you attend at ports and project sites?
Yes. Our surveyors attend ports, terminals, jetties, warehouses and project sites to carry out inspections and supervise operations.
How does a survey reduce my risk?
Independent verification and documentation help prevent loss, establish liability clearly and support faster, better-substantiated insurance claims when incidents occur.