IG/Safety
Call Quote

Bunker surveying

Independent verification of bunker deliveries to ships. We measure, take samples and record everything, so you know you get what you pay for.

Request a quote Call us now
The service

Certainty about every tonne delivered

Available
24/7, including weekends
Location
Alongside and at anchor
Report
Same day
Position
Fully independent

A bunker delivery involves large quantities and large sums. A small difference between the BDN and what actually ends up in the ship's tanks can quickly cost thousands of euros. Our surveyor measures before and after delivery, on the barge and on board, and records the results objectively.

We work on behalf of the shipowner, trader or supplier, but have no interest in the outcome ourselves. So in case of a dispute, you have a report that all parties take seriously.

What a bunker survey includes

  1. 01

    Opening survey

    Gauging the barge and ship tanks before delivery starts, and checking the measuring equipment.

  2. 02

    Soundings and ullages

    Manual measurements, corrected for temperature, trim and list.

  3. 03

    Calculation

    Conversion to standard volume and weight based on density, using the applicable ASTM tables.

  4. 04

    Sampling

    Continuous drip sampling during delivery, after which the samples are sealed and distributed in the presence of both parties.

  5. 05

    Document check

    Checking and comparing the bunker delivery note (BDN) and all measurement data.

  6. 06

    Report

    Survey report with photos the same day and, where needed, a letter of protest.

Who we work for

For any party that wants certainty about a delivery.

  • Shipowners and ship managers
  • Charterers
  • Fuel traders
  • Bunker suppliers
  • P&I clubs and insurers
  • Parties in a quantity or quality dispute
Other services
01Safety watchHole watch and supervision of high-risk workMore info →02Fire watchSupervision during welding, grinding and other hot work (PA2)More info →03Prevention advisorRisk analyses, safety plans and inspectionsMore info →

Delivery planned? We'll be there.

Send us the vessel, location and time. We confirm quickly, also at night and at weekends.

+32 488 56 70 74 Request a quote