BIMIS has an independent network of qualified and specialized Marine and Cargo Surveyors in close proximity to major ports across the globe with proven experience in Naval Architecture, Naval Engineering, a Master’s, or a Chief Engineer’s ticket.
Our surveyors are passionate about ships and have spent much of their working lives in and around Marine & Cargo and Transportation & Logistics industries. Our highly energetic and techno-competent resources play a significant role in conducting inspections and surveys onboard the ships and Marine & Cargo transportation industries to assess the condition of the ships and the quality and quantity of the cargo being transported through the sea.
Our Surveyors can monitor and report on the ship’s condition and the loading – discharging and stability and seaworthiness of the ship.
The collaborative and approach of BIMIS supports key stakeholders in the industries of Marine & Cargo transportation.
Verification of Cargo Condition
BIMIS Surveyors can represent the Buyers interest at the seller’s facility to verify that the goods are the same as those agreed to within the contract terms such as size, weight, material, and content prior to loading onboard the vessel.
Cargo Loss or Damage Investigations
When loss or damage to cargo occurs, BIMIS surveyors can be assigned to investigate and establish the root cause of loss or damage, assessment of the degree of damage. Independent assessments providing a clear picture of the situation.
Follow-up Survey reports will help the insurer evaluate and consider the policy regarding loss or damage coverage.
Technical and Professional Consultancy
BIMIS offers consultation in the form of technical and professional advice. In the case of any damage, Buyers seek a cargo Surveyor’s help with insuring or transporting goods, such as Transportation of large machinery. We verify safe and acceptable packing and securing of goods to ensure insurance company requirements are satisfied.
Estimating the value of Cargo loss
When loss or damage occurs to cargo, the Surveyor shall estimate the shipment value and provide a Survey report to the Customer which can be utilized as a supporting document for filing a claim.
BIMIS Cargo Surveys
Supervision of stuffing and securing arrangements
Tankers – Crude oil and Hydro-Carbon
Cargo quantifications, the storage control
Supervision of securing arrangements
Loading and discharging
Bulk cargo quantification and quality checks
Sampling and sample preparation for lab analysis