On-Hire / Off-Hire Survey
Overview
Independent survey to establish the vessel's condition, bunker ROB, and operational status at the commencement or completion of a charter period.
Benefits
Provides clear and independent documentation of the vessel's condition and bunker quantities, helping minimize disputes between owners, charterers, and other parties.
Scope
Vessel condition, bunker ROB, fuel grades, tank measurements, draft and relevant vessel particulars, visible defects or deficiencies, operational status, and review of applicable handover or redelivery documents.
Process
Attend the vessel at delivery or redelivery, inspect accessible areas, record bunker quantities and relevant vessel particulars, document condition and deficiencies with photographs, review available records, and issue an On-Hire / Off-Hire Survey Report.