Survey Services
Bunker, Cargo, Route & Vessel
In shipping, what is not surveyed is not proven.
We survey everything — so your cargo, your vessel, your bunker, and your route are documented, protected, and claim-ready.
Independent. Accurate. On-site. On-time.
1. Bunker Survey
We measure bunker fuel — so you pay only for what you receive, and prove what you delivered.
- Bunker Delivery Survey (BDS): Witnessing delivery; measurements before and after.
- Bunker Quantity Survey: Tank sounding, temperature, density, and precise calculation.
- Bunker Quality Sampling: Sample sealing, lab testing, and MARPOL compliance.
- Bunker Dispute Survey: Independent reports for shortages, contamination, or water content.
- ROB Survey (Remaining On Board): For charter party and redelivery requirements.
Locations: Jebel Ali, Hamriyah, Fujairah, Sohar, Khor Fakkan, Singapore, Busan,Nigeria — worldwide.
2. Cargo Survey
We inspect cargo before it moves, ensuring damage is documented and liability is clear.
- Pre-Shipment & Pre-Loading: Condition, packing, marking, and quantity reports with photos.
- Damage Survey: Independent reports for insurance claims regarding shortage or contamination.
- Draft & Tally Survey: Weight by draft for bulk cargo (rice, cement, steel) and physical bag/piece counts.
- Container Survey: Condition, seal integrity, and stuffing supervision.
| Route / Client | Cargo Type | Scope of Work |
|---|---|---|
| Kandla → Djibouti | 6,250 MT Bagged Rice | Draft survey + bag count + tally |
| Hamad → Iskenderun | 488 Porta Cabins (23,150 MT) | Pre-loading survey + count |
| Antwerp → Shuwaikh | 311 Pipes (2,355 TON) | Condition survey + tally |
3. Loading & Discharge Supervision
Full oversight of the most critical stages of transport to ensure safety and compliance.
Loading Services
- Lashing & Securing: Approved for sailing; checking chains, dunnage, and securing methods.
- Stowage & Lifting: Stowage planning, DG segregation, and witness of heavy lifts.
- Photo/Video Reports: Step-by-step documentation for clients, insurers, and consignees.
Discharge (Off-Loading) Services
- Outturn Survey: Documenting condition and quantity at discharge port.
- Heavy Lift Discharge: Rigging and lifting supervision for oversized modules.
- Site Delivery Survey: Final condition report upon installation at the project site.
4. Route & Road Survey
We survey the road before your heavy cargo moves — so there are no surprises.
- Road & Bridge Analysis: Capacity checks, axle load limits, and overhead cable clearance.
- Site Access: Turning radius, ground bearing pressure, and crane positioning.
- Obstruction Removal: Planning for temporary removal of trees, signals, or power lines.
- Escort Planning: Coordination of police escorts and road closure permits.
5. Vessel Survey
Comprehensive inspections for chartering, purchase, and operational safety.
- On-Hire / Off-Hire: Condition at hire/redelivery for charter party protection.
- Pre-Purchase Inspection: Full review of hull, machinery, class status, and documentation.
- Hold & Hatch Surveys: Cleanliness and watertightness testing for sensitive bulk cargo.
- P&I / Insurance: Damage surveys for collisions, grounding, or cargo claims.
Why Clients Choose Sabelatrans
- 17+ Years of Expertise: Since 2010, specialized in heavy, bulk, and project cargo in the GCC.
- Independent & Claim-Ready: Detailed photo/video evidence and calculations.
- On-Site Presence: Our surveyors are physically present on-site, not just at a desk.
- Rapid Reporting: Preliminary reports same day; final reports within 24-48 hours.
