DAMAGE SURVEY – Clearly Determining the Extent and Cause of Cargo Damage

Survey Subjects

VMCONTROL’s cargo loss survey service is designed to serve:

• Cargo owners, consignees, sellers, or buyers in international or domestic supply chains.
• Insurance companies, ship agents, transport owners who need to assess the extent of loss and liability for compensation.
• Parties involved in claims or commercial disputes who need independent, accurate evidence from a third party.

Types of Cargo Loss Surveys

• Determine the actual damage level of cargo upon arrival (mold, breakage, deformation, contamination, etc.).
• Assess the cause of the damage: transportation conditions, weather, equipment, packaging, handling, etc.
• Record the on-site condition at ports, warehouses, or when opening containers.
• Compare with intact cargo (if available) or information from similar shipments.
• Assist in calculating loss by percentage, quantity, weight, or contractual value.

VMCONTROL – Recording Honest Loss, Reflecting Reality, Reducing Financial Risks for Clients. Cargo loss surveys are the first step to protect your interests.