DRAFT SURVEY INSPECTION
Draft Survey is a widely applied method in the maritime industry to determine the weight of cargo loaded or discharged from a vessel by measuring the ship’s draft before and after cargo operations. This method is essential in bulk cargo trade, ensuring transparency and accuracy in cargo quantity determination.
🔎 Draft Survey Procedure at VM CONTROL
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Initial inspection: Check vessel condition, Hydrostatic Table data, and influencing factors.
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Draft reading: Measure draft marks at standard positions (fore, aft, midship) before and after loading/discharging.
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Corrections: Apply corrections for water density, trim, hog/sag, and other environmental factors.
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Cargo weight calculation: Determine the actual cargo quantity based on the vessel’s displacement change.
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Certificate issuance: Provide an official Draft Survey Certificate as evidence for payment, customs, dispute resolution, and cargo verification.
🌟 Benefits of Draft Survey
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High accuracy in determining bulk cargo weight (coal, ore, clinker, grain, fertilizer, etc.).
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Time-saving solution without the need for large-scale weighing systems.
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Legally recognized certificate, accepted by shipowners, charterers, exporters, importers, and insurers.
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Risk reduction in commercial and logistics disputes.
👉 With a team of professional and experienced surveyors, VM CONTROL guarantees accurate, impartial, and efficient Draft Survey services to meet the requirements of both domestic and international clients.
📩 CONTACT INFORMATION
VIET MARINE INSPECTION JOINT STOCK COMPANY (VM CONTROL)
🏢 1831/10/9, Huynh Tan Phat Street, Quarter 2, Nha Be, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
📞 Hotline: +84 981 600 440 / +84 918 114 742
🌐 Website: www.vietmarinecontrol.com.vn
📧 Email: info@vietmarinecontrol.com.vn