Marine Surveys
Marine Surveys & Vessel Inspections
At vessel delivery, during cargo checks or after damage, decisions depend on the conditions observed at the right moment. RS attends on site with an independent eye and technical documentation, supporting owners, charterers, ship managers and P&I correspondents.
Why engage RS
Conditions verified. Decisions documented.
When the client cannot attend the operation in person, they need a technical reference for what was found. A survey turns field observations into records that help assess conditions, quantities and incidents within the agreed scope.
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A reference at delivery.
Condition and bunker records at On-Hire and Off-Hire help support the comparison between delivery and redelivery.
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Checks before loading.
Hold and hatch cover condition can be assessed before cargo comes on board, according to the inspection requested.
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Documentation when something happens.
Photographs and technical observations help the client understand the situation and support discussions on damage or claims.
Service scope
Marine Surveys & Vessel Inspections
Independent vessel and cargo surveys recording condition, quantities and incidents, for parties who need to make a decision, fix a vessel or pursue a claim.
Hire, bunkers and quantity
Support in verifying conditions at handover, bunkers on board and cargo quantity, according to the survey contracted.
- On-Hire & Off-Hire Surveys
- Bunker Surveys
- Draft Surveys
Vessel condition and readiness
Checks of the items covered by the survey scope and of the conditions that matter for the operation.
- Vessel Condition & Risk Assessment Surveys
- Vetting & Pre-Vetting Inspections
- Tanker Condition / Vetting Inspections
- Hold Condition & Cleanliness Inspections
- Hatch Cover Inspections & Tightness Tests
Cargo, damage and technical attendance
Recording of conditions and incidents, with attendance at damage and repairs where contracted.
- Cargo Surveys
- Damage Surveys
- Machinery Condition Surveys
- Repair & Damage Attendance
How RS works
From request to technical record
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Defining the survey
Vessel, port, date, purpose and type of inspection shape the scope.
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On-site verification
Relevant conditions and information are examined on site, according to the service contracted.
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Recording observations
Photographs, applicable measurements and incidents make up the documentation.
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Information for decisions
The report brings together the conditions found and the points relevant to the client's assessment.
What the client receives
Content and methods vary with the type of survey and the agreed scope.
- Technical reportSets out the conditions verified at the time of inspection.
- Photographic recordLets you consult the aspects documented on site.
- Record of incidents and deviationsIdentifies points that call for attention or follow-up.
- Technical inputSupports decisions and discussions about the operation, including claims where applicable.
Common questions
How do I know which survey to request?
Tell us the purpose of the survey, the vessel, the port and the expected date. RS reviews the request and helps define the appropriate scope.
Does the inspection guarantee vessel acceptance or the outcome of a claim?
The inspection records conditions and provides technical information. Acceptance, fixtures and decisions on claims rest with the parties involved and the applicable criteria.
Next step
Need a vessel checked or an incident documented?
Tell us the vessel, the port, the expected date and the purpose of the survey. RS will review the scope and attendance conditions for your request.