What this survey covers.
On-hire and off-hire surveys document a vessel’s condition and agreed bunker quantities when a charter period begins or ends. They establish a time-specific record for the parties.
Typical inspection scope
- Condition observations
- Bunker inventory
- Handover records
How the work is carried out
- 01
Confirm charter handover timing and scope.
- 02
Inspect accessible vessel areas and record condition.
- 03
Measure and document bunkers where included.
- 04
Prepare the handover survey record with observations.
Before the survey & typical deliverables
What to prepare
- Vessel particulars and charter-handover timing
- Relevant charterparty instructions and agreed handover scope
- Access to fuel tanks, vessel areas and supporting records
What the report may include
- Time-specific condition observations
- Bunker remaining-on-board measurements where agreed
- An inspection record for the handover parties
Important limitations: A condition record does not determine legal responsibility, and inaccessible spaces may fall outside the inspection.
Exact attendance, methods and deliverables are agreed with the operations team for each assignment.
Who this service is for
Shipowners, vessel managers and charterers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between on-hire and off-hire?
On-hire records conditions at the start of a charter; off-hire records them at its conclusion.
Does a survey determine liability?
A survey documents observations and measurements. Contractual or legal liability requires separate assessment.
Enquiries are welcome for Colombo, Galle, Trincomalee, Hambantota and selected anchorage attendance, subject to operational confirmation. Exact deliverables, credentials, regulatory acceptance, cost and attendance are confirmed for each assignment.
Explore our Sri Lanka marine survey team
Learn about our marine surveying professionals, their documented qualifications, and our port attendance coverage.