What is a cargo survey?

A cargo survey is an independent inspection and assessment of goods conducted by qualified surveyors to determine the condition, quantity, quality, or damage to cargo during shipping, storage, or handling.

When do I need a cargo survey?

You need a cargo survey when: cargo is damaged during transit, there's a shortage or discrepancy in quantity, you need pre-shipment condition documentation, for insurance claim purposes, or when there's a dispute over cargo condition.

How quickly can a surveyor be deployed?

Seamark Associates offers 24/7 emergency response. For urgent cases, surveyors can be deployed within 6 hours. Same-day and next-day deployments are also available worldwide.

What types of cargo can be surveyed?

We survey all cargo types including containerized goods, bulk cargo, break bulk, project cargo, perishables, pharmaceuticals, electronics, machinery, vehicles, chemicals, and dangerous goods.

What areas do you cover for cargo surveys?

Seamark Associates provides global cargo survey coverage across Asia Pacific, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North America, Latin America, and CIS regions through our network of qualified surveyors.

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Global Cargo Claims Advisory & Recovery

Cargo Survey & Consultancy Services

Independent, defensible cargo surveying and technical consultancy across the entire supply chain.

Independent Expertise

Unbiased professional assessments

Global Coverage

Services across 7 major regions

24/7 Availability

Emergency response team ready

Global Presence

We Undertake Cargo Surveys Globally

Our expert surveyors operate across seven major regions worldwide, providing local expertise with international standards.

MENA

ASIA

EUROPE

AFRICA

NORTH AMERICA

SOUTH AMERICA

OCEANIA

Comprehensive Services

Seven Categories of Cargo Expertise

From pre-shipment to claims resolution, we provide end-to-end cargo surveying services.

Cargo Condition & Damage Surveys

Comprehensive assessment of cargo condition before, during, and after transport.

Pre-shipment cargo condition surveys

Pre-loading & loading surveys

In-transit condition inspections

Discharge & out-turn surveys

Damage assessment surveys (all cargo types)

Wet damage & seawater ingress analysis

Sweat & condensation damage surveys

Rust, corrosion & oxidation analysis

Crushing, impact & handling damage surveys

Shortage, Quantity & Measurement Surveys

Accurate measurement and verification of cargo quantities at all stages.

Draft surveys (bulk cargo)

Weighment surveys (shore / onboard)

Tally surveys (bags, units, packages)

Ullage & tank measurement surveys

Quantity discrepancy analysis

Over-delivery & under-delivery investigations

Contamination & Quality Surveys

Expert analysis of cargo quality issues and contamination incidents.

Cross-contamination investigations

Odour, taint & foreign matter analysis

Chemical & liquid cargo contamination

Grain & agri-bulk quality deterioration surveys

Oil, petroleum & energy cargo quality disputes

Sampling, sealing & chain-of-custody control

Container & Packaging Surveys

Thorough inspection of containers and packaging for seaworthiness and compliance.

Container condition & suitability surveys

CSC container inspections

Stuffing, securing & sealing supervision

Lashing & securing adequacy surveys

Packaging adequacy & compliance assessments

Project cargo packing & transport readiness surveys

Specialized Cargo Surveys

Technical expertise for specialized and high-value cargo types.

Reefer & temperature-controlled cargo surveys

Cold-chain failure & temperature excursion analysis

Pharmaceutical & high-value cargo surveys

Heavy lift & project cargo surveys

Dangerous goods & IMDG cargo inspections

Steel, coils, plates & metal cargo damage surveys

Timber, pulp & forest product surveys

Cargo Loss Prevention & Risk Advisory

Proactive risk management and loss prevention strategies.

Pre-shipment risk assessments

Stowage & segregation advisory

Voyage risk & weather exposure assessment

Cargo handling SOP development

Loss prevention audits for shippers & carriers

Cargo Claims Support & Expert Services

Professional support for cargo claims and litigation processes.

Survey reports for claims & litigation

Quantum & damage valuation

Cause & liability analysis

Expert witness reports (court & arbitration)

Joint surveys & neutral expert appointments

Why Choose Seamark Associates

Industry-leading expertise backed by decades of experience in cargo surveying.

Certified Surveyors

Internationally recognized qualifications

Fast Response

Emergency deployment within hours

Detailed Reports

Comprehensive documentation for claims

Legal Support

Expert witness services available

Need Cargo Survey Services?

Contact our expert team today for immediate assistance with your cargo surveying requirements across all global regions.

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