Cargo Survey

Cargo Survey is an inspection and assessment service for goods being transported by sea, land or air, in order to guarantee the integrity, safety and compliance of the cargo.

Its main objective is to check and document the condition of goods before, during and after transportation, ensuring that they comply with the standards agreed between the parties involved.

team of qualified professionals

detailed reports

in accordance with environmental laws

INSPECTING AND ASSESSING THE CONDITION OF THE CARGO

During the inspection process, measurements, quantity checks, damage records, quality analyses and other procedures are carried out, depending on the nature of the cargo.

These services are often required by transportation companies, insurers, importers, exporters and other players in the logistics chain to ensure compliance with regulations, standards and contracts.

The Cargo Survey can be carried out both at the place of origin and destination, as well as during the transit of the cargo, to monitor any damage or loss. In addition, this service plays a key role in detecting and preventing fraud, theft and accidental damage during transportation.

Pre Loading Condition

The Pre Loading Survey consists of inspecting and assessing the condition of the cargo before and during shipment, showing the actual condition it is in. It also checks the storage conditions and location.

As a crucial part of the survey, before loading begins we also inspect the vessel’s cargo holds, lids and hatches. The main objective is to ensure that the vessel complies with safety requirements, as well as with the regulations and specifications of the transportation contract. At the end of the shipment, the cargo’s stowage and lashing conditions are checked.

Discharging
Conditions

The Discharging Survey service consists of inspecting and assessing the condition of the cargo before, during and after discharging. Showing the condition of the cargo on arrival.

Before the unloading operation begins, we check the condition of the equipment that will be used to lift the cargo, the conveyor sets and the storage area.

In addition, the cargo is inspected to identify any damage, loss or contamination during unloading, documenting any problems or non-conformities that may have arisen during the unloading process.

Supervision of Loading/Discharge

Supervision of Loading / Discharge consists of inspecting the goods on the vessel to ensure that they are loaded or unloaded properly.

We are specialists in monitoring, sampling and analyzing grain temperature and humidity. In the Port of Santos, commodities such as soybeans and corn are the most exported, making it essential to maintain the quality of the cargo.

We ensure that everything runs smoothly during the operation and that the cargo is in the right condition for shipment, using equipment that is suitable and certified for this type of analysis, thus avoiding claims and accidents during transportation/unloading.

Tally Cargo Survey

Tally Cargo Survey involves counting, measuring and verifying the quantity of cargo on a vessel, container, warehouse or store. It is a crucial service in the transportation and logistics industry, designed to ensure that the quantity of cargo is accurate and complies with contractual specifications.

During the process, the cargo is counted and the information is recorded accurately, since errors in measurements can result in contractual disputes, insurance claims and operational problems.

The service is requested for both the loading and unloading of goods to ensure accuracy at every stage of transportation.

Joint Survey

The Joint Survey service is a collaborative inspection conducted by professionals from different stakeholders, such as shipowners, insurers, cargo representatives and independent experts, to assess the extent, cause and nature of cargo or vessel damage in specific situations.

It is often requested in situations of disputes, claims, damages or contractual issues, where several parties have interests and concerns. This service is extremely impartial and aims to provide an objective assessment of conditions for all parties involved.

In claims situations, such as cargo damage or vessel accidents, the Joint Survey can help determine the causes and responsibilities.

Container Survey

The Container Survey is a specialized inspection carried out on cargo containers to assess their condition, compliance with regulations and suitability for the transport of goods.

During the process, inspectors check the container’s structure, including walls, roof, floor, doors and locks, to ensure there is no damage, corrosion or leaks, as well as ventilation systems, door seals and documentation such as records of previous inspections.

The inspection can be carried out on empty containers before they are loaded with cargo or on full containers before they are unloaded.