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Viswa Group Inspection, Survey & Testing

Bunker Quantity Surveys (BQS)

Independent surveys of the full bunkering operation to ensure the vessel receives the quantity of fuel ordered.

Description

Viswa's independent surveyors monitor the entire bunkering operation so that the vessel receives the quantity ordered. Viswa's inspection and quantity survey teams are accredited to ISO/IEC 17020:2012.

Key features

  • Measurement of quantities on board and on the supplying barge, including overflow, bilge and other tanks
  • Collection of a true sample throughout the transfer
  • Detailed bunker survey reports
  • Training for ship crew

Applications

  • Guarding against bunker shortage and incorrect density
  • Detecting erroneous trim/list calculations, defective gauging tapes, faulty flowmeters and flawed strapping tables
  • Identifying temperature manipulation during delivery

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