Cargo Surveys
Independent eyes on your cargo, before, during and after transit
Our cargo surveyors establish an independent, defensible record of cargo condition and quantity at the moments that matter, at loading, during the voyage where access permits, and at discharge. That record is the foundation of every successful claim defence and every clean commercial settlement.
Whether you are loading bulk commodities, project cargo, steel, bagged goods or containerised shipments, Vetko provides accurate, photographically-supported reporting that stands up to scrutiny from underwriters, P&I clubs and counterparties alike.
Scope of work
What this survey covers.
- Loading surveys
- Discharge surveys
- Condition surveys
- Quantity verification
- Cargo damage inspections
- Container inspections
What you receive
Clear, evidential deliverables.
- Time-stamped survey report with photographic evidence
- Pre- and post-operation condition statements
- Quantity / tally reconciliation
- Exception and damage schedules with cause analysis
- Recommendations to mitigate further loss
The cargo surveys process
- WP-01
Pre-attendance briefing
We confirm scope, cargo type, ports and the commercial interests being protected.
- WP-02
On-site attendance
Surveyor attends the operation, documenting condition, handling and stowage in real time.
- WP-03
Evidence capture
Photographs, measurements and tally records are gathered to an evidential standard.
- WP-04
Reporting
A clear, factual report is issued promptly, with findings, exceptions and recommendations.
Who commissions this
- Cargo owners
- Commodity traders
- Marine insurers
- Charterers
- Freight forwarders
Frequently asked
When should a cargo survey be commissioned?+
Ideally before loading begins, so a baseline condition is recorded. For claims, attendance at discharge is critical to capture the as-landed condition.
Do you provide tally services?+
Yes. We can provide independent tally alongside condition surveying to reconcile loaded and discharged quantities.
Related services
All servicesCommission a cargo surveys survey
Tell us the vessel, cargo and port. Vetko Surveys will mobilise and report, promptly and independently.