{"id":3561,"date":"2026-04-06T14:00:02","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T07:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vietmarinecontrol.com.vn\/?p=3561"},"modified":"2026-04-06T11:12:04","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T04:12:04","slug":"off-hire-bunker-survey-services","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vietmarinecontrol.com.vn\/en\/off-hire-bunker-survey-services\/","title":{"rendered":"OFF-HIRE BUNKER SURVEY SERVICES"},"content":{"rendered":"

In the maritime industry, the redelivery of a vessel between the Shipowner and the Charterer is a critical juncture where financial disputes often arise. Among the most vital elements of this process is the accurate determination of the fuel quantity remaining on board.<\/span><\/p>\n

Viet Marine Joint Stock Company (VM CONTROL)<\/b> provides professional Off-hire Bunker Survey<\/b> services, ensuring precise measurement of fuel inventory at the time of redelivery to maintain transparency and protect the interests of all stakeholders.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Why is an Off-hire Bunker Survey Essential?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Upon the expiration of a Time Charter party, the Bunker Remaining on Board (ROB)<\/b> must be meticulously inventoried for final financial settlement.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Preventing Financial Loss:<\/b> Mitigating the risk of data discrepancies that could lead to losses of tens of thousands of dollars due to fuel price volatility.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Dispute Resolution:<\/b> Providing independent, objective evidence to cross-check against Engine Logs and vessel reports.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Legal Compliance:<\/b> Issuing Survey Reports that serve as solid legal ground for handling maritime claims.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    2. Our Inspection Methodology<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Our team of experienced surveyors adheres to strict international standards throughout the survey process:<\/span><\/p>\n

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      Physical Sounding:<\/b> Conducting physical measurements (sounding\/ullaging) of all fuel tanks (HFO, MDO, LSMGO, etc.) on board.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Temperature Verification:<\/b> Determining the fuel temperature at the time of measurement to ensure accurate density calculations.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Calculation & Conversion:<\/b> Utilizing Tank Capacity Tables<\/b> and applying correction factors according to ASTM standards<\/b> to determine the final quantity.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Logbook Reconciliation:<\/b> Reviewing fuel consumption logs to verify the consistency of the physical findings.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Certification:<\/b> Issuing an official Certificate of Survey<\/b> immediately upon completion of the attendance.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      3. Why Choose VM CONTROL <\/span>?<\/span><\/h3>\n

      With extensive experience and a steadfast reputation in maritime surveying, we guarantee:<\/span><\/p>\n

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        Expert Team:<\/b> Our surveyors are former Chief Engineers and Marine Engineers with deep technical expertise across various vessel types.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Independence & Objectivity:<\/b> We operate as an impartial third party, ensuring that results reflect the actual status of the vessel.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Rapid Response:<\/b> Prompt attendance at major ports nationwide to ensure no disruption to the vessel\u2019s schedule.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        24\/7 Support:<\/b> Ready to consult and execute surveys at any time, around the clock.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        CONTACT INFORMATION<\/strong><\/span>
        \nVIET MARINE CONTROL JOINT STOCK COMPANY \u2013 VM CONTROL<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

        \ud83d\udccd Address: 1831\/10\/9 Huynh Tan Phat Street, Quarter 2, Nha Be Commune, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam<\/span>
        \n\ud83d\udcde Hotline: +84 981 600 440 \/ +84 918 114 742<\/span>
        \n\ud83c\udf10 Website:\u00a0www.vietmarinecontrol.com.vn<\/span>
        \n\ud83d\udce7 Email:\u00a0info@vietmarinecontrol.com.vn<\/span>
        \n\ud83d\udd35 Linkedin:\u00a0www.linkedin.com\/in\/vm-control-234252386<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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