Ship Bunker, Cargo & Marine Survey Services in Bangladesh

Independent Bunker Survey, Cargo Survey, Vessel Inspection and Marine Survey Services for Shipowners, Ship Managers, Charterers, Cargo Owners, Traders, P&I Clubs, Insurers and Maritime Operator’s

JK.S MARINE SERVICES provides professional Ship Bunker Survey and Cargo Survey Services in Bangladesh for commercial vessels and maritime operations.

We provide independent survey attendance for bunker quantity, bunker ROB, bunker delivery, bunker sampling, fuel measurement, draft survey, cargo quantity, cargo condition, cargo damage, cargo hold inspection, hatch cover inspection, on-hire, off-hire, vessel condition and marine claims.

Our survey services are available for vessels calling Chittagong (Chattogram), Mongla, Payra, Kutubdia, Matarbari, Moheshkhali and other Bangladesh ports, anchorages and terminals, subject to safe access, operational conditions and surveyor availability.

Our survey reports are prepared from the agreed scope, physical observations, measurements, available vessel and cargo records, photographs and relevant documents.

Bunker, Cargo & Marine Survey Services

Different vessel operations require different types of surveys. We arrange the appropriate survey according to the vessel’s operation, cargo, bunker operation, charter-party requirement, commercial purpose or reported incident.

Bunker & Fuel Surveys

Bunker Quantity Survey

A Bunker Quantity Survey verifies the quantity of marine fuel onboard a vessel or supplied during a bunker operation. The surveyor records relevant tank measurements and reviews available bunker documentation to establish the applicable quantity.

Bunker ROB Survey

A Bunker ROB Survey determines the quantity of Remaining On Board (ROB) fuel at a specified date, time and location. It is commonly required during vessel arrival, departure, on-hire, off-hire, charter-party handover and redelivery.

Bunker Delivery Survey

A Bunker Delivery Survey provides independent attendance during the physical supply of fuel to a vessel. The surveyor documents relevant pre-delivery and post-delivery measurements, delivery information, bunker documentation and sampling arrangements within the agreed scope.

Bunker Stem Survey

A Bunker Stem Survey assesses the vessel’s existing bunker position before fuel delivery and documents the intended bunker requirement. It can support voyage planning, fuel budgeting and bunker procurement.

Bunker Consumption Survey

A Bunker Consumption Survey reviews the vessel’s fuel position over a defined voyage, charter period or operational period. Available ROB figures, bunker receipts and vessel records can be compared to establish apparent fuel consumption.

Bunker Sampling Survey

A Bunker Sampling Survey provides independent attendance during marine fuel sampling. The surveyor documents the sampling location, procedure, sample identification, sealing, seal numbers and relevant bunker documentation.

Bunker Fuel Quality Inspection

A Bunker Fuel Quality Inspection provides local survey support when a vessel or interested party has concerns about delivered fuel quality. We can document the delivery, sampling arrangements, relevant records and reported operational concerns. Laboratory analysis can be coordinated separately when required.

Fuel Oil Survey

A Fuel Oil Survey verifies and documents marine fuel oil quantities onboard or delivered to a vessel. Depending on the assignment, the survey can cover tank measurements, ROB, delivery quantity, temperature, density information and bunker records.

Marine Gas Oil (MGO) Survey

An MGO Survey verifies the quantity and delivery information of Marine Gas Oil onboard or supplied to a vessel. The survey can include tank measurements, ROB, delivery quantity, temperature, density information and relevant bunker documents.

Marine Diesel Oil (MDO) Survey

An MDO Survey provides independent measurement and documentation of Marine Diesel Oil onboard or delivered to the vessel. The survey may include tank levels, quantity, temperature, density information, sampling and delivery records.

Lubricating Oil Survey

A Lubricating Oil Survey verifies the quantity and delivery information of marine lubricants such as main engine lubricating oil, cylinder oil, hydraulic oil, gear oil and auxiliary engine lubricants.

Cargo Surveys

Draft Survey

A Draft Survey determines the quantity of suitable bulk cargo loaded or discharged by assessing the change in vessel displacement before and after the cargo operation.

The survey may include draft readings, water density, hydrostatic data, ballast condition, fresh water, fuel and lubricant quantities, vessel constant and cargo calculation.

Draft surveys can be applicable to suitable bulk cargoes such as limestone, coal, stone, aggregates, grain, cement, clinker, ore and other dry bulk commodities.

Cargo Quantity Survey

A Cargo Quantity Survey independently determines or verifies the quantity of cargo loaded, discharged or handled during a vessel operation. Depending on the cargo, quantity may be established using draft survey, weighing records, tally, ullage, sounding, terminal figures, cargo documents or vessel records.

Cargo Loading Survey

A Cargo Loading Survey provides independent attendance during cargo loading. The surveyor documents the apparent cargo condition, loading sequence, quantity information, hold allocation, cargo distribution and relevant events occurring during loading.

Cargo Discharge Survey

A Cargo Discharge Survey provides attendance during cargo discharge from the vessel. The surveyor documents the cargo condition, discharge progress, quantity information, visible damage, wet cargo, contamination, residues and relevant vessel or terminal records.

Cargo Condition Survey

A Cargo Condition Survey records the apparent physical condition of cargo at the time and place of inspection. Depending on the cargo, the survey may document wetness, physical damage, rust, discoloration, broken packaging, contamination, foreign materials and handling-related conditions.

Cargo Damage Survey

A Cargo Damage Survey is conducted when cargo is reported damaged during transportation, loading, discharge, storage or handling. The surveyor documents the apparent type, location and extent of damage, affected cargo, packaging condition, surrounding conditions and available supporting evidence.

Cargo Tally Survey

A Cargo Tally Survey counts and records cargo units during loading or discharge. It may be suitable for bags, bundles, steel products, machinery, vehicles, project cargo, packages and other countable cargo.

Cargo Hold Inspection

A Cargo Hold Inspection assesses the accessible condition of vessel cargo holds before cargo loading. The survey can identify previous cargo residues, loose rust, loose paint, water, oil contamination, bilge condition, drainage, odour and other visible conditions.

Hold Cleanliness Survey

A Hold Cleanliness Survey documents whether cargo holds appear clean and ready for the intended cargo based on the agreed inspection criteria. The inspection can cover residues, dust, rust scale, loose paint, oil contamination, water, odour, bilges and coating condition.

Hatch Cover Inspection

A Hatch Cover Inspection documents the visible condition of hatch covers and associated sealing and drainage arrangements. The inspection may include rubber packing, compression areas, hatch coamings, drain channels, corrosion, deformation and signs of water ingress.

Ullage Survey

An Ullage Survey determines the empty space between the liquid surface and the reference point of a tank and uses applicable tank calibration information to establish liquid quantity. It can be used for liquid cargo and various marine fuel or oil tanks.

Tank Measurement Survey

A Tank Measurement Survey independently verifies liquid quantities using sounding or ullage measurements and applicable tank calibration information. The survey may include tank identification, measurement, temperature, density, calibration data and quantity calculation.

Cargo Sampling Survey

A Cargo Sampling Survey provides independent attendance during cargo sample collection. The surveyor can document the sampling location, method, sample identification, quantity, sealing, seal numbers, parties present and sample distribution.

Cargo Shortage / Excess Survey

A Cargo Shortage or Excess Survey is conducted when the cargo quantity received or discharged appears different from the documented quantity. Available Bills of Lading, cargo manifests, draft survey figures, terminal records, weighing records, tally sheets and vessel records can be compared within the agreed scope.

Wet Cargo Survey

A Wet Cargo Survey documents cargo reported to have been affected by seawater, rainwater, fresh water or another liquid. The survey can record the location, apparent extent, cargo condition, packaging, hold condition, drainage and photographic evidence.

Cargo Contamination Survey

A Cargo Contamination Survey documents suspected contamination affecting cargo. Potential concerns can include oil, seawater, fresh water, previous cargo residues, rust, chemicals or foreign materials. Sampling and laboratory analysis can be arranged when required.

Cargo Stowage & Securing Inspection

A Cargo Stowage and Securing Inspection documents the apparent arrangement and securing condition of applicable cargo onboard. The survey may cover cargo positioning, dunnage, lashings, securing arrangements, separation, packaging and visible movement.

Pre-Loading Cargo Inspection

A Pre-Loading Cargo Inspection establishes a documented baseline of the cargo’s apparent condition before loading onto the vessel. This can be useful for bulk cargo, steel, machinery, project cargo, breakbulk, general cargo and bagged cargo.

Post-Discharge Cargo Survey

A Post-Discharge Cargo Survey documents the condition of cargo and remaining cargo after discharge. The survey may record cargo residues, visible damage, wetness, contamination, shortage indications, hold condition and discharge-related observations.

Vessel & Claims Surveys

On-Hire Survey

An On-Hire Survey establishes the vessel’s apparent condition and bunker position when the vessel enters a charter period. Depending on the agreed scope, it may include bunker ROB, fresh water, visible damage, cargo holds, deck condition and relevant equipment.

Off-Hire Survey

An Off-Hire Survey documents the vessel’s apparent condition and bunker position when the vessel is redelivered from charter. The survey can include bunker ROB, fresh water, visible damage, cargo holds, deck condition and relevant equipment.

Vessel Condition Survey

A Vessel Condition Survey provides an independent inspection of the accessible condition of a vessel for a defined commercial, operational, chartering, insurance or due-diligence purpose.

Damage & Casualty Survey

A Damage and Casualty Survey is arranged following an incident involving a vessel, cargo, machinery or marine equipment. The surveyor documents the visible condition, location, apparent extent of damage and available evidence.

It may be applicable to collision, grounding, heavy weather damage, machinery damage, crane damage, hatch cover damage, deck equipment damage and other marine incidents.

Marine Claims Survey

A Marine Claims Survey provides independent local attendance and evidence documentation for cargo, bunker, vessel damage, quantity, loading, discharge and other marine-related claims.

The survey report can contain factual observations, measurements, photographs, relevant documents and statements obtained within the agreed scope.

P&I and Insurance Survey Support

JK.S MARINE SERVICES provides local survey attendance and coordination support for P&I Clubs, P&I Correspondents, Hull & Machinery insurers, cargo insurers, shipowners, charterers, claims handlers and underwriters.

Our Bangladesh-based team can assist international principals requiring local attendance at ports, anchorages and terminals.

What Our Surveyors Check and Document

The exact inspection depends on the service appointed. Depending on the survey, our surveyor may review or record:

Vessel Information

Vessel name
IMO number
Vessel type
Port or anchorage
Date and time
Location
Relevant vessel particulars

Measurements

Draft readings
Soundings
Ullages
Tank quantities
Fuel temperatures
Density information
Cargo quantities
Bunker quantities
ROB
Relevant calculations

Documents

Bunker Delivery Note
Bill of Lading
Cargo Manifest
Tally sheets
Terminal records
Vessel records
Cargo documents
Sample information
Seal numbers
Relevant statements

Photographic Evidence

Where relevant and permitted, photographs can document:

Cargo condition
Vessel condition
Damage
Cargo holds
Hatch covers
Bunker operations
Tank measurements
Relevant operational conditions

Survey Report

After attendance, we prepare a structured survey report according to the agreed scope.

Report Contents

The report may include:

Survey purpose
Vessel details
Survey location
Date and time
Attendance details
Inspection methodology
Measurements
Calculations
Observations
Documentary references
Photographs
Relevant remarks
Survey conclusion within the agreed scope

The report distinguishes between measured information, documented information and physical observations where appropriate.

How Our Marine Survey Service Works

Send Your Vessel Details

Provide the vessel name, IMO number, port or anchorage, ETA and required survey.

Confirm the Survey Scope

We discuss the purpose of the assignment and confirm what needs to be measured, inspected or documented.

Surveyor Attendance

Our surveyor attends the vessel, terminal, bunker operation or cargo operation at the agreed time, subject to safe access and availability.

Inspection and Measurement

The surveyor performs the agreed inspection, measurements, document review and evidence collection.

Report Preparation

The survey findings are organized into a professional report with relevant calculations and photographs where applicable.

Report Delivery

The completed report and agreed supporting documents are delivered to the appointed client.

Bangladesh Port & Anchorage Coverage

Chittagong / Chattogram

Survey attendance can be arranged at Chittagong Port, Chittagong Anchorage, outer anchorage and relevant terminals.

Mongla

Survey support can be arranged at Mongla Port, Mongla Anchorage and related marine facilities.

Payra

Survey attendance can be coordinated at Payra Port, Payra Anchorage and associated vessel operations.

Other Bangladesh Locations

Subject to operational feasibility and surveyor availability, we can also coordinate attendance at:

Kutubdia Anchorage
Matarbari
Moheshkhali
Other Bangladesh ports
Anchorages
Terminals
Offshore locations

Bangladesh-Based Support for International Clients

Local Marine Survey Attendance

JK.S MARINE SERVICES is a Bangladesh-based marine services company supporting vessels and international maritime stakeholders calling Bangladesh.

Our local survey support allows overseas shipowners, ship managers, charterers, cargo interests, P&I representatives and insurers to arrange survey attendance without sending their own personnel to Bangladesh.

For assignments outside Bangladesh, international survey coordination may also be arranged through our professional network, subject to location, scope and availability.

Why Choose JK.S MARINE SERVICES?

Independent Survey Attendance

Our survey services are performed according to the agreed scope and are based on available measurements, documents, physical observations and evidence.

Bangladesh Port Knowledge

Our team has practical knowledge of vessel operations, port calls, cargo operations, bunker operations and marine services in Bangladesh.

Practical Reporting

We focus on providing clear and useful survey information that can support commercial, operational, insurance and claims-related decisions.

Responsive Coordination

We understand that vessel schedules can change quickly. Early notice helps us arrange appropriate survey attendance efficiently.

Wider Marine Services

Where required, JK.S MARINE SERVICES can also support clients with ship repair, technical services, vessel chartering and brokerage, cargo arrangement, marine supply and port-related marine services.

Who Can Use Our Survey Services?

Shipowners

Shipowners can appoint us for bunker verification, cargo operations, vessel condition, damage and marine claims surveys.

Ship Managers

Ship managers can use our local survey attendance for vessel inspections, measurements, cargo operations and documentation at Bangladesh ports.

Charterers

Charterers can arrange bunker ROB, on-hire, off-hire, cargo and vessel condition surveys according to charter-party requirements.

Cargo Owners and Traders

Cargo interests can appoint independent surveyors for cargo quantity, condition, loading, discharge, shortage, contamination and damage matters.

P&I Clubs and Insurers

P&I Clubs, insurers and their representatives can arrange local survey attendance and evidence collection for marine incidents and claims.

Shipbrokers and Commercial Operators

Brokers and commercial operators can use vessel condition, bunker and cargo survey services for relevant transactions and operations.

Information Required to Arrange a Survey

Vessel Details

Please provide:

Vessel name
IMO number
Vessel type
Flag, if available

Port and Schedule

Please provide:

Port or anchorage
Terminal or berth
ETA
ETB, if available
Expected operation time
Required attendance date

Survey Requirement

Please specify the required service, such as:

Bunker Survey, Bunker ROB, Bunker Delivery, Bunker Sampling, Draft Survey, Cargo Quantity, Cargo Condition, Cargo Damage, Hold Inspection, On-Hire, Off-Hire, Vessel Condition, P&I Survey or another marine inspection.

Cargo or Bunker Details

Where applicable, provide:

Cargo type
Cargo quantity
Bunker type
Bunker quantity
Loading or discharge operation

For urgent requirements, simply send the vessel name, location, ETA and required survey first. The remaining information can follow.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a ship bunker survey?

A ship bunker survey is an independent inspection and measurement of marine fuel quantity, remaining onboard fuel, bunker delivery or related bunker operations.

What is a Bunker ROB Survey?

It determines the quantity of bunker fuel remaining onboard a vessel at a specified time and location.

What is a Bunker Delivery Survey?

It provides independent attendance during bunker supply and documents relevant measurements, delivery information and sampling arrangements.

What is a Draft Survey?

A Draft Survey determines suitable bulk cargo quantity by assessing the change in vessel displacement using draft readings and relevant vessel information.

Can you conduct cargo surveys for limestone and stone?

Yes. Suitable bulk cargo operations can be covered by draft survey, cargo quantity survey, loading survey, discharge survey and cargo condition inspection.

Can you inspect damaged cargo?

Yes. We can attend accessible vessel, terminal, warehouse or cargo locations and document the apparent damage and available evidence.

Can you inspect cargo holds before loading?

Yes. We can arrange cargo hold and hold cleanliness inspections before loading, subject to safe access.

Can you conduct bunker sampling?

Yes. We can attend bunker sampling operations and document the agreed sampling and sealing procedures.

Can you arrange bunker fuel laboratory testing?

Where laboratory analysis is required, we can coordinate sample submission to an appropriate independent marine fuel testing laboratory.

Can you conduct On-Hire and Off-Hire Surveys?

Yes. Depending on the agreed scope, these surveys can include bunker ROB and vessel condition documentation.

Do you provide P&I survey support?

Yes. We provide local survey attendance and evidence documentation for P&I, insurance and marine claims, subject to appointment and agreed scope.

Do you cover Chittagong Anchorage?

Yes. Survey attendance can be arranged at Chittagong Port and Anchorage, subject to vessel access, operational conditions and surveyor availability.

Do you cover Mongla and Payra?

Yes. Survey attendance can be coordinated at Mongla, Payra and other Bangladesh ports and anchorages.

Can you arrange urgent survey attendance?

Urgent attendance can be coordinated depending on the vessel’s location, required timing, access and surveyor availability.

Are your reports suitable for marine claims?

Our reports can provide contemporaneous measurements, factual observations, photographs and documentary evidence within the agreed scope. Specific insurer, P&I or legal requirements should be confirmed for each assignment.

Request a Bunker or Cargo Survey

Need an Independent Marine Surveyor for Your Vessel?

If your vessel is calling Chittagong, Mongla, Payra, Kutubdia, Matarbari, Moheshkhali or another Bangladesh port, anchorage or terminal, contact JK.S MARINE SERVICES with your vessel and survey requirement.

We can arrange professional survey attendance for:

Bunker Survey, Bunker ROB, Bunker Delivery, Bunker Sampling, Draft Survey, Cargo Quantity, Cargo Condition, Cargo Damage, Hold Inspection, Hatch Cover Inspection, On-Hire, Off-Hire, Vessel Condition, Marine Claims and P&I Survey Support.