Product load operations at single or multiple ports
Providing on site, full time attendance our experienced Superintendents monitor and assist in expediting all facets of the loading operations. With real time updates our clients are in touch with operations and any delays as they occur.
Supported by detailed email updates and a concise final report the client has all the relevant details at his finger tips to protect his commercial interests.
We can provide experienced insight into particular locations helping to prevent losses and delays.
All staff are conversant with industry standards such as ASTM, API & EI
Product discharge operations at single or multiple ports
Providing on site, full time attendance our experienced Superintendents monitor and assist in expediting all facets of the discharge operations. With real time updates our clients are in touch with operations and any delays as they occur.
Supported by detailed email updates and a concise final report the client has all the relevant details at his finger tips to protect his commercial interests.
We provide detailed reconciliations against the B/Ls offering detailed analysis of the source of any losses and where relevant information which assists in reducing and mitigating losses.
We can provide experienced insight into particular locations helping to prevent losses and delays.
All staff are conversant with industry standards such as ASTM, API & EI
Offshore ship to ship discharge operations
We provide on site attendance to facilitate efficient ship to ship transfers, whilst being attentive to all aspects of maintaining safe operations.
Our experienced staff liaise with clients in advance to discuss the most efficient method of discharging the vessels with the intention of reducing ROB risks. Consideration is given to the characteristics of different grades of cargo and best handling techniques.
Offshore ship to barge discharge operations
We provide on site attendance to facilitate efficient ship to barge transfers, whilst being attentive to all aspects of maintaining safe operations.
Our experienced staff liaise with clients in advance to discuss the most efficient method of discharging the vessels with the intention of reducing ROB risks. Consideration is given to the characteristics of different grades of cargo and best handling techniques.
Terminal inventories
Our staff are available to participate in terminal inventories whether they are required, daily, monthly or at the start or completion of lease contracts.
Detailed reconciliations are tailored to meet the client’s requirements. Any issues are discussed locally and the client kept fully appraised of any circumstances that may affect his inventory.
Blending consultation
Oil Inspections can offer assistance with blending programmes whether they are in tank or in line blends. With on site attendance and careful monitoring the blend components can be maximized to produce the most cost effective results whilst minimizing quality risks.
OBQ and ROB surveys
OBQ and ROB surveys are an important part of any cargo or voyage reconciliation. If performed and calculated correctly they will often provide additional sources of data for reconciling cargo volumes. Our staff pay strict attention to vessel suitability to receive cargo during OBQ surveys and also are very attentive during discharges in order to reduce potential ROB quantities and should volumes remain to ensure they are correctly identified and calculated.
Vessel cleaning upgrade consultation
This is a highly specialized area of our expertise. Taking advantage of years of experience we can help charterers and operators maximize the cargo carrying abilities of their vessels often allowing short turn around changes from black to clean cargoes,
Loss investigations
We understand that losses occur and that for various reasons having Loss Control on site may not always be available or deemed to have been necessary. Therefore we are able to offer an “after the fact” service whereby all aspects of the event can be analysed and detailed investigations held with the parties attending such as terminals and inspection companies.
Our vast experience of many locations worldwide can add insight into areas of concern that often result in amending figures to the benefit of our clients.
Analysis consultations and investigations
Losses occur not just due to volumetric losses but also due to incorrect quality analysis. Witnessing of sampling or re-sampling and analysis or re-analysis can often correct erroneous data.
Contamination investigations
Contaminations do occur and one of the most difficult tasks is to establish what went wrong and who, if anyone, was at fault. Our experienced staff are able to attend on site anywhere in the world and assist in investigations to determine not only what happened, but also to determine what can be done to correct the situation and reduce potential losses.
LPG load and discharge operations
LPG calculations required care and attention in order to avoid errors and cause paper losses. Our staff oversee the collection of the data and the correct calculations ensuring volumes are maximized.
Insurance and P and I club representation
Oil Inspections can act directly on behalf of owners P&I club or provide additional expert witnesses on site or after the event.
Vessel owner representation
Oil Inspections can attend as Owners representative to assist and support the Master and crew at any location. This provides additional expert attendance to protect owners interests during any operation.
Product additive
A separate department of the company currently offers additive services at various locations in Europe assisting clients in maximizing quality aspects of cargo.
Pipeline transfer reconciliation
Full data collection , calculation and reconciliation of transferred volumes can be performed by our experienced staff.
Terminal evaluations
Oil Inspections provides experienced staff to attend on location and perform in depth, due diligence surveys and evaluations. Detailed reports provide the client with detailed capabilities of the location and also provides an analysis of HSE considerations.
Vessel evaluations
Load to discharge port voyage attendance
Oil Inspections can provide experienced staff to attend on board a vessel and sail from port to port to monitor any aspect of the vessel’s operation. This may be required due to the vessel carrying a sensitive cargo, performing in voyage transfers or blending or preparing tanks for the next voyage.
Bunker surveys
Surveys can be performed to establish current bunker quantities or to reconcile consumptions.
On hire/off hire surveys
Surveys can be performed to meet owners or charterers specific requirement. This may involve simply a Bunker Survey or may include condition surveys of vital pieces or equipment to provide the client with a realistic report of vessel’s ability to perform tasks.
Shore tank suitability
Shore tanks can be inspected for cleanliness and cargo suitability before lease. This may include associated lines and valve system, tank mixing and heating capabilities. We will also review the tank calibration/strapping table to verify data of issue and other key data.
Ship’s tanks suitably
Ship’s tanks can be inspected for cleanliness and cargo suitability before use. This may include associated lines and valve system, segregations and tank blending and heating capabilities.
Demurrage claims
Oil Inspections can assist in reviewing demurrage claims, our expertise will often assist owners or charterers in verifying or denying claims.
Inspection company evaluations
Oil Inspections is often asked to recommend an inspection company in a particular port. We recognize that any one company will have strong and weak locations. Our staff are fully capable to evaluate the abilities of inspections companies to ensure that they are able to provide the best mutual service for that location.
Draft surveys
Experienced staff can perform this service using up to date calculation models and formula to ensure the most accurate result possible. Verification of ships data and accurate determination of the variables and constant are key elements in producing a reliable result.
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Other Services
Other services include the assessment of vessel’s operational equipment with regard to load/discharge capabilities, safety and charter party obligations. In the event of an untoward incident whether oil spill, collision between vessels and/or dock or personal injury our surveyors will immediately enact notification procedures so that client’s are not subject to delayed third party notice of claims. All oil inspections superintendents are familiar with initiating such procedures. We have a number of employees who specialize in the upgrading of vessels from “dirty” to “clean” cargoes. This entails their attending a vessel during the discharge of its oil and then remaining with it through the subsequent cleaning operation to ensure that it is in a suitable condition to load the next cargo. This service has proved useful to both charterers and ship owners
Reporting
Clients are kept abreast of the progress of each operation from inception to conclusion. A comprehensive report is prepared and can be individually tailored to client’s requirements. The report will normally include a detailed technical analysis, numerical reconciliation, and field data as necessary. The report will also include a detailed description of any untoward incidents and an explicit description of any corrective or follow up measures pursued to avert future difficulties.