Cargo Inspection & Surveying Services
What We Inspect
CME provides cargo inspection and surveying support for different types of goods and cargo operations, subject to the scope of each assignment.
General Cargo Inspection
Inspection of general merchandise and imported goods.
- Verification of cargo condition during loading and discharge
- Identification and documentation of visible damage
- Recording of shortages, discrepancies, and irregularities
- Preparation of cargo condition reports
Bulk Cargo Inspection
Monitoring of bulk cargo loading and discharge operations.
- Recording of cargo quantities and operational tallies
- Inspection of cargo condition during handling
- Documentation of spillage, contamination, and visible damage
- Reconciliation of available cargo records and reported quantities
Agricultural Products
Inspection of agricultural commodities, subject to assignment.
- Visual assessment of packaging and cargo condition
- Documentation of wet, torn, contaminated, or damaged bags
- Recording of shortages and damaged quantities
- Preparation of inspection findings and reports
Bagged Cargo Inspection
Counting and tallying of bags during loading and discharge.
- Recording of sound, torn, wet, and damaged bags
- Monitoring of cargo movement and handling practices
- Documentation of cargo losses and discrepancies
- Preparation of damage tallies and discharge reports
Containerized Cargo
External examination of containers and visible seals.
- Recording of visible container damage and irregularities
- Monitoring of container loading and unloading, where assigned
- Documentation of visible damage to cargo packaging
- Recording of discrepancies identified during inspection
Marine and Vessel-Related Inspection
Observation of vessel cargo operations.
- Documentation of visible cargo damage during loading and discharge
- Recording of operational delays and irregularities, where required
- Preparation of cargo-related survey reports within the agreed scope
Cargo Inspection Services
We inspect cargo condition and handling activities and document visible damage, shortages, and discrepancies identified during an assignment.
- Inspection of general, bulk, bagged, and containerized cargo
- Documentation of visible damage and irregularities
- Clear, factual reporting to support your business decisions
Cargo Tallying Services
We record and verify cargo units handled during loading and discharge, including bags, packages, pallets, and other countable cargo units.
- Independent counting of cargo units during loading and unloading
- Cross-checking quantities against shipping and terminal documentation
- Reconciliation of tally figures with cargo manifests and packing lists
Cargo Damage Survey
We document visible cargo damage, including torn bags, wet cargo, broken packages, contamination, and other observable irregularities.
- Factual documentation of visible cargo damage
- Recording of torn, wet, or contaminated bags and packaging
- Supporting records for claims and discrepancy investigations
Loading and Discharge Supervision
We monitor cargo loading and discharge activities, record operational events, and report observations according to the client's instructions and the agreed scope of work.
- On-site monitoring of loading and discharge operations
- Recording of operational events as they happen
- Reporting aligned to the client's instructions and scope
Quantity Verification and Reconciliation
We assist in checking cargo quantities against available shipping documents, tally sheets, and discharge records. Any differences identified are documented for further review.
- Verification against available shipping documents
- Comparison with tally sheets and discharge records
- Clear documentation of any discrepancies identified
Draft Survey Support
Where appropriately qualified and engaged, our personnel can assist with vessel draft surveys to estimate changes in cargo quantity by assessing vessel displacement, subject to applicable procedures and the assignment's requirements.
- Support for vessel displacement assessment
- Assignment-based engagement by qualified personnel
- Findings documented per applicable procedures
Cargo Condition Reporting
We prepare structured reports documenting cargo condition, quantities handled, damaged cargo, shortages, and other relevant observations.
- Structured, factual cargo condition reports
- Documentation of quantities handled and shortages
- Reports organized to support client decision-making
Discharge Tally Reports
We prepare discharge tally records showing cargo received or discharged, quantities tallied, damaged units, shortages, and other discrepancies identified during the operation.
- Clear discharge tally records per operation
- Documentation of damaged units and shortages
- Discrepancies identified and recorded for review
Logistics Coordination Support
We assist with the coordination and documentation of cargo-related activities, subject to the agreed service scope and applicable requirements.
- Coordination of cargo-related activities on assignment
- Documentation aligned with agreed service scope
- Support across the parties involved in cargo movement
Loss and Damage Documentation
We compile factual records of observed cargo losses and damage to help clients investigate discrepancies, assess claims, and determine appropriate follow-up actions.
- Factual, impartial records of observed losses and damage
- Support for claims assessment and investigation
- Documentation to inform appropriate follow-up action
Clients We Serve
CME seeks to provide professional services to organizations and businesses involved in maritime transportation, cargo handling, and international trade.
Shipping Companies and Shipping Agents
- Cargo condition monitoring
- Loading and discharge tallying
- Cargo damage documentation
- Operational reporting
Importers and Exporters
- Inspection of incoming and outgoing cargo
- Verification of cargo quantities against available records
- Documentation of visible damage and shortages
- Support in protecting cargo interests
Cargo Owners and Traders
- Cargo condition inspections
- Quantity verification
- Damage and shortage reports
- Cargo handling monitoring
Port and Terminal Operators
- Cargo tallying and discharge monitoring
- Documentation of cargo handling operations
- Reporting of operational irregularities
- Cargo movement records
Freight Forwarders and Logistics Companies
- Cargo inspection support
- Handling documentation
- Coordination of cargo-related activities
- Reporting of cargo discrepancies
Commodity Traders and Agricultural Businesses
- Inspection of bagged and bulk commodities
- Recording of damaged agricultural products
- Cargo quantity and condition documentation
- Loading and discharge monitoring
Marine Insurers, Claims Handlers, and Surveyors
- Factual documentation of visible cargo damage
- Cargo condition reports
- Quantity discrepancy records
- Inspection support for cargo-related investigations, where engaged
Need a Cargo Inspection or Survey?
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