What is 221B (or Bunker Detective) Survey? 221B or bunker detective surveys are carried out by our surveyors on behalf of the charters to find concealed (hidden) bunker fuel onboard. In order to prevent the loss of bunker fuel, our qualified bunker surveyors will offer…
What is the ship on/off hire survey? Whether you are the Charter or the Owner of a vessel, it is important to have the vessel’s bunker quantities assessed at the start and close of a charter period. An on/off hire survey is usually done in…
On-Hire / Off-Hire ship’s condition survey On-Hire condition surveys / Off-Hire condition surveys are very important for a client when hiring a vessel to limit their liability, by ensuring they have the correct information on the condition of the vessel and work required in respect…
Cappuccino Incident During Bunkering The cappuccino effect remains still one of the most common and widely used ‘mal-practice’ in the bunkering industry to date. Despite a lot of articles and loss prevention bulletins being issued by various P&I Clubs; we are still seeing a lot…
Bunker Quantity Survey (BQS) Procedures These general requirements are already part of ISO 13739 but it is essential that each of our individual surveyors shall duly follow them so as BQS are done with transparency, efficiency, professionalism and independence at the following stages. Before Bunkering…
What Is Bunker Quantity Survey (BQS)? A Bunker Quantity Supply survey occurs onboard the vessel prior to stemming bunkers to prevent bunker supply shortage. At the present market rate, bunker cost is one of the largest operating expenses incurred in a voyage. With such high…
Marine Vessel Coating Surveys Completing a marine coatings survey on a ship or complex offshore structure is a challenging task, requiring specialist knowledge, careful planning and thorough execution. So why is a marine coating survey necessary? It can be carried out to assess the condition of…