Surveys

Tirco-Wesmans AS perform independent surveys on behalf of Insurers, importers, exporters, manufacturers, Ship owners, Banks, Carriers, Dealers & Traders, Cargo Owners, Charterers, Stevedores, Terminal Operators and other interested parties.

Our surveyors have a wide range of experience with different types of commodities. We attend to the surveys and superintendence of refrigerated and perishable goods such as fish/meat/fruits/vegetables as well as dry cargo and petroleum products.

Damage surveys:
Inspection and Assessment of Damage to Carriers and Cargoes
Investigation of Cause and Extent of Damage

Cargo surveys:
Supervision of Loading for Safe Stowage, Lashing and Securing of Cargo and at Discharge for Verification of Good's Condition and Safety of Handling

CMR Road Transport Surveys:
Incorrect Temperatures during Reefer Transport
Damages to Truck and Cargo during Sea Voyages on Ro/Ro vessels
Cargo Damages due to Poor Stowage
Truck Fires
Traffic Accidents
Theft of cargo

Condition surveys:
Pre-entry, Pre-purchase or Follow Up Inspections of Ships’ Technical Standards and Compliance with Regulations Class records inspections

On / Off hire surveys:
At Commencement or Termination of C/P periods

Draught Surveys:
For Determination of Cargo Quantity

Pollution Surveys:
Inspection of Vessels and Surroundings for Assessment of Cause and Consequences
Co-ordination with Authorities in Rescue Operations

Pre-Shipment Surveys:
Inspection of cargo prior to loading on to carrier, in order to eliminate any possible claims regarding its condition.

Cargo Surveys Superintendence:
Superintending of all types of general and dry cargo throughout both loading and discharging operations, including pre-loading and cargo hold surveys, stowage and lashing advise and tally services.

Bunker Surveys:
In order to state the amount of bunker and luboil onboard at a certain stage. Typically this is done prior to and after a time charter period.

Ship Hull and Machinery Damage surveys:
Inspection and Assessment of Damage to vessels’ hull and/or machinery

Household Removal Goods:
Survey of damages along with seeking amicable settlements.