PRE-LOADING INSPECTION – RISK CONTROL BEFORE CARGO LOADING

In maritime transportation and international trade, the pre-loading stage plays a critical role in safeguarding cargo quality, quantity, and legal compliance. Conducting inspections before cargo is loaded onto a vessel helps minimize potential disputes, losses, and insurance claims arising during transit.

VIET MARINE CONTROL JOINT STOCK COMPANY provides professional Pre-Loading Inspection services in accordance with international standards and applicable regulations, ensuring independence, accuracy, and transparency.

1. Objectives of Pre-Loading Inspection

The purpose of pre-loading inspection is to:

  • Verify the actual condition of cargo prior to shipment.

  • Confirm quantity, weight, packaging, and marking details.

  • Assess storage and preservation conditions before loading.

  • Identify and document any damage, shortage, or irregularity.

  • Establish a reliable legal basis in case of insurance claims or commercial disputes.

2. Scope of Services

▸ Cargo Condition Examination

  • Visual inspection for dents, tears, rust, moisture, deformation, or contamination.

  • Assessment of packaging integrity and compliance with contractual specifications.

  • Photographic documentation and on-site reporting.

▸ Quantity Verification

  • Physical counting of units, bundles, coils, bags, containers, or bulk cargo.

  • Cross-checking against Packing List, Invoice, and Contract documents.

  • Recording of any discrepancies detected.

▸ Storage Condition Assessment

  • Evaluation of warehouse cleanliness, dryness, and ventilation.

  • Review of handling and preservation measures.

  • Consideration of weather conditions and environmental impact.

▸ Sampling (if required)

For bulk commodities, agricultural products, raw materials, or chemicals, representative sampling can be conducted in accordance with relevant technical standards for quality analysis.

3. Benefits to Clients

Pre-Loading Inspection services provide:

  • Early identification of potential risks before shipment.

  • Prevention of liability disputes among seller, buyer, and carrier.

  • Enhanced transparency in cargo handling and documentation.

  • Strong evidentiary support for insurance, banking, or P&I matters.

VM CONTROL’s inspection reports include detailed findings, photographic evidence, quantity records, and professional conclusions issued in a timely manner.

4. Our Commitment

VM CONTROL is committed to:

  • Prompt and flexible deployment aligned with vessel schedules.

  • Experienced surveyors specializing in bulk cargo, bagged cargo, steel products, project cargo, and containers.

  • Accurate, objective, and timely reporting.

  • Strict confidentiality of all commercial information.

CONTACT INFORMATION
VIET MARINE CONTROL JOINT STOCK COMPANY – VM CONTROL

📍 Address: 1831/10/9 Huynh Tan Phat Street, Quarter 2, Nha Be Commune, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
📞 Hotline: +84 981 600 440 / +84 918 114 742
🌐 Website: www.vietmarinecontrol.com.vn
📧 Email: info@vietmarinecontrol.com.vn
🔵 Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/vm-control-234252386