PROVISION OF “FULL OFF-HIRE” INSPECTION SERVICES

🎯 PURPOSE OF THE SURVEY

  • Accurately determine the remaining quantity of fuel onboard (FO, DO, LO…) at the time of off-hire.
  • Inspect and record the vessel’s actual technical condition after the charter period.
  • Provide a basis for comparison with the on-hire condition to assess loss or discrepancies.
  • Minimize disputes, support payment and settlement of chartering costs.
  • Protect the legitimate legal interests of both the Charterer and the Owner.

📝 SURVEY SCOPE

  1. Bunker Survey
  • Sounding measurement & checking fuel levels in tanks:
    • HFO/FO (Fuel Oil)
    • MDO/DO (Diesel Oil)
    • LO (Lubricating Oil)
    • Sludge / Waste oil (if required)
  • Record readings and cross-check with engine logbooks and supplied tank sounding reports.
  • Calculate remaining quantities using Tank Calibration Tables.
  1. Condition Survey

Visual inspection & photography of external structures: hull, deck, railings, anchors, cranes, cargo equipment.

  • Record any damages: dents, cracks, leakages, corrosion, or missing equipment (if any).
  • Compare with the on-hire condition to clarify changes during the charter period.
  1. Documentation & Reporting
  • Prepare on-site records, detailing fuel and technical condition of the vessel.
  • Attach photos, tank sounding logs, calibration charts, and related documentation.
  • Provide official bilingual (English/Vietnamese) survey reports as required.

💡 PRACTICAL VALUE PROVIDED

  • Expedite the final settlement of the charter contract.
  • Prevent and minimize disputes between Owners and Charterers.
  • Serve as key evidence for claims, deductions, or compensations.
  • Enhance transparency, clarity, and professionalism in shipping contracts.

✅ WHY CHOOSE VM CONTROL?

  • Certified and experienced marine surveyors.
  • Specialized equipment for fast and accurate measurements.
  • Survey service coverage at all major ports in Vietnam.
  • Timely delivery of bilingual reports with strict confidentiality.