Bunker and Condition Survey

Our expert team will verify the vessel’s overall condition and conduct a comprehensive bunker and condition survey to ensure the ship is ready for operations, safeguarding the accuracy of fuel quantities and supporting the safe handling and protection of your cargo interests.

Why are Bunker and Condition Surveys important?

Accurate bunker assessments and vessel condition evaluations are critical in modern maritime operations. These surveys help ensure:

  • Fair charter party settlements between owners and charterers

  • Transparency in bunker delivery and consumption

  • Reduced risk of disputes regarding fuel quantity or vessel damage

  • Improved operational planning and budgeting

Bunker and Condition Survey

Bunker and Condition Surveys are essential inspections conducted to verify a vessel’s fuel quantities (bunkers) and assess the overall condition of the ship at a specific point in time. Control Union provides independent, accurate, and timely surveys that support shipowners, charterers, and other maritime stakeholders in minimizing operational risks and ensuring fair commercial transactions. Our global network of certified surveyors operates in accordance with international standards and industry best practices, delivering transparent, reliable, and fully documented inspection results.

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What we offer

Our bunker survey includes: Measurement of all fuel types on board (HFO, MGO, MDO, LSHFO, LNG, etc.), Ullage, sounding, or dip measurements, Density verification and temperature readings, ROB (Remaining on Board) calculations, Cross-check of vessel documents (Sounding Tables, Bunker Delivery Notes) and Independent reporting.

Our condition survey typically covers: Visual inspection of hull, decks, and superstructure, Assessment of cargo holds, cargo gear, and safety equipment, Inspection of key machinery areas, Photographic documentation and On-hire / off-hire condition reporting.

Shipowners and operators, Charterers, Marine insurers, P&I Clubs, Financial institutions, Port authorities and Legal and claims handlers.

Global network of experienced marine surveyors, Fast response times at major ports worldwide, Independent unbiased reporting, Standardized inspection methodology, Digital reporting tools for immediate information access and Alignment with international maritime regulations.

After each survey, you will receive: A detailed Bunker and Condition Survey report, ROB calculations and measurement sheets, Photographic evidence and Clear summary of findings and potential deviations.

Industries we work in

We perform our inspection services in the following industries:

Feed

Agriculture

Biomass and biofuels

Coal, minerals and iron ore

Fertilizers

Forestry

Molasses and vegetable oils

Sugar

Fly ash, lime, cement and sand

Waste and recycling

grain silo commodity inspections

How can we help you?

Do you want specific information on our Inspection services? Or would you like to have a quotation? Do not hesitate to contact us or find your nearest local office.