Independent measurement and verification of bunker fuel quantities — clear figures for owners, charterers and suppliers.
Bunker fuel is one of the largest operating costs for any ship. Disputes over delivered quantity, density or temperature can quickly turn into claims. A bunker survey by an independent marine surveyor establishes the quantity of fuel on board or transferred during bunkering, using recognised measurement practices and calibrated equipment.
YMR Marine surveyors attend tankers, bulk carriers and other commercial vessels at major Indian ports and selected international locations. We measure remaining on board (ROB), delivered quantity and, where required, sample for quality checks arranged by the client.
Reports are written for commercial use — owners, charterers, bunker suppliers and claims handlers — with tank tables, temperatures, densities and calculated volumes set out clearly.
Quantity of bunkers received during bunkering operations, with temperature and density applied correctly.
Remaining on board at delivery, redelivery or mid-voyage for charter accounting and consumption checks.
Witnessing of bunker samples when required by charter party or commercial agreement.
Structured quantity reports suitable for owners, charterers and suppliers within agreed turnaround times.
Confirm vessel, port, timing and whether delivery, ROB or both are required.
Surveyor boards at the agreed time, reviews tank tables and carries out measurements.
Volumes corrected for temperature and density; figures agreed or noted with ship’s staff.
Written bunker survey report issued promptly after attendance.
Bunker surveys are requested by shipowners, charterers, bunker traders and P&I clubs whenever fuel quantity must be established independently. Combining a bunker survey with an on-hire or off-hire condition survey is common at the same port call.
At the start and end of a time charter, during bunkering from barge or shore, and whenever remaining quantity needs independent verification for claims or accounting.
Yes. Bunker operations often run outside office hours. YMR Marine provides 24/7 attendance subject to prior notice and port access.
Vessel name, port or anchorage, ETA, bunker grade and approximate quantity, and whether the survey is for delivery, ROB or both.
Share vessel name, location and preferred dates. Our team responds promptly with availability and scope confirmation.