VOTPI Maritime
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Marine service · Nigeria & West Africa

Cargo Survey & Inspection

We provide independent third-party cargo survey and inspection services covering quantity, quality and condition verification for petroleum products at load and discharge ports.

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VOTPI Maritime · Service overview

01 / Overview

A service shaped around the voyage

Independent cargo survey, inspection and quality assessment services.

Our cargo survey and inspection service delivers independent, third-party verification of cargo quantity, quality and condition at load and discharge ports. Conducted by qualified marine surveyors using certified equipment, our surveys include ullage and soundness measurements, on-site and laboratory quality testing, tank and pipeline inspections, and valve integrity checks. All findings are documented in detailed reports with photographic evidence, certificates of quantity and quality, and expert witness statements. Services are available on-demand at ports across Nigeria and West Africa, with 24-hour emergency call-out capability.

02 / What we cover

01

Quantity Survey

Accurate ullage and soundness surveys at load and discharge using calibrated equipment and certified procedures.

02

Quality Testing

On-site and laboratory testing of crude and refined products for density, water content, sulfur and other key parameters.

03

Condition Inspection

Tank and pipeline inspection, valve integrity checks and cargo system verification before and after transfer.

04

Documentation

Comprehensive survey reports, certificates of quantity and quality, and photographic evidence.

03 / How it works

A clear operating sequence

Every movement is specific to the cargo, route and terminal requirements. These are the key conversations and handovers we coordinate.

01

Booking

Survey Request

Survey requirements are confirmed with timing and documentation needs.

02

Inspection

On-Site Survey

Marine surveyor conducts quantity, quality and condition checks.

03

Testing

Laboratory Analysis

Samples are tested against ISO and client-specified parameters.

04

Reporting

Deliverables

Survey reports, certificates and supporting evidence are issued.

04 / Why it matters

Confidence at each handover

Good marine coordination helps customers plan cargo movements with clearer responsibilities and fewer unknowns.

  • 01Independent, unbiased survey reporting for commercial disputes
  • 02Accurate quantity measurement using certified calibrated equipment
  • 03Laboratory testing for density, water content, sulfur and more
  • 04Photographic evidence and comprehensive written reports

05 / Common questions

Before we set sail

Business enquiry

Let's move energy together

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