Cargo & Container Surveys
Independent, on-site surveying of cargo and containers at every stage — from loading through discharge — so you have an accurate, defensible record of condition and quantity.
Whether you're a cargo owner, insurer, freight forwarder, or shipping line, an independent survey at the right moment protects everyone's interests. MaxSafe's surveyors attend in person to observe, document, and report — giving you a factual record you can rely on for shipping decisions, insurance purposes, or claims.
What this service covers
- Loading & discharge surveys — on-site attendance to verify condition and quantity as cargo is loaded or discharged.
- ISO container surveys — structural and condition surveys of shipping containers, including on/off-hire condition reports.
- Breakbulk & project cargo surveys — surveying of non-containerized and oversized cargo.
- Condition & damage surveys — documenting the physical condition of cargo and identifying any damage.
- Loading, lashing & stowage supervision — oversight to confirm cargo is secured and stowed correctly.
- Commodity tallying & quantity control — independent counts and measurement verification.
- Pre-shipment quality & quantity inspections — verification before cargo departs origin.
- Cargo contamination inspections — assessment where contamination is suspected or reported.
Who this is for
Cargo owners, importers/exporters, freight forwarders, shipping lines, and insurers who need an independent, on-the-record survey of cargo condition or quantity at any point in the shipping process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between a loading survey and a discharge survey?
A loading survey documents cargo condition and quantity as it's loaded aboard a vessel or container, creating a baseline record. A discharge survey repeats that documentation on arrival, so any difference in condition or quantity between the two can be identified and attributed.
Do you survey both containerized and breakbulk cargo?
Yes. MaxSafe surveys ISO containers, breakbulk cargo, and general cargo shipments, applying the appropriate inspection method — from container seal and structural checks to tallying and stowage supervision for loose or palletized cargo — to each cargo type.
Ready to schedule a cargo or container survey?
Send us the cargo type, port/location, and timeline, and we'll respond promptly.
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