Scope of Service: Cargo Quantity Surveys

The service comprises the conduct of Initial and Final Surveys for the purpose of determining the quantity of cargo loaded onto or discharged from a vessel.
Intermediate surveys are expressly excluded from the scope of this service.

Survey Methodology

Each survey includes, but is not limited to, the following activities:

• Taking and recording vessel draught readings
• Sounding and dipping of cargo tanks to determine quantities on board
• Verification of the condition, accuracy, and integrity of all measuring equipment used during the survey
• Verification of the accuracy and validity of hydrostatic tables and tank calibration charts
• Electronic reporting of survey findings at each stage of the operation
• Issuance of Letters of Protest, where applicable, with soft copies transmitted electronically

Reporting & Documentation

• Survey reports and supporting documentation will be issued in electronic format.
• Where required, original hard copies may be dispatched via a customer-nominated courier.
• All courier charges shall be borne directly by the customer and paid to the courier service provider.

Additional Costs

• The Client will cater for travel costs (including; flights, visa, work permits, security, accommodation and meals) for attendance outside Mombasa port, Kenya.