Dry Cargo Inspection Surveyor

What is meant by dry cargo?

Dry cargo refers to goods that are not liquid or perishable and can be transported in standard shipping containers or other suitable packaging. It includes a wide range of products, such as consumer goods, machinery, equipment, textiles, and non-perishable food items.

A dry bulk commodity is a raw material that is shipped in large, unpackaged parcels like:

Grains and sugar are used for human and animal consumption providing food security for the world. ...

Mineral/Ores. are a naturally occurring solid, usually formed by inorganic processes. ...

Coals and products.

We help owners maximize cargo capacity, evaluate designs, minimize risk, improve stability and gain Polar notations, advices to cargo and ballast, to ensure these are carried out effectively

What is the difference between dry cargo and bulk cargo?

Solid bulk goods, also known as dry bulk or dry cargo, include grains, minerals (such as bauxite and copper), chemicals (such as resins and fertilizers), and other items (like salt and wood). These items are usually transported from their origin using conveyors, cranes, hoppers, or silos.

What do dry cargo ships include?

The first group is general purpose dry cargo ships carrying smaller quantities in packages, drums, and tank containers, and includes general purpose ships, container ships, and roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) passenger (and cargo) ships.

What is cargo surveying at the ship?

A cargo surveyor inspects cargoes of seagoing vessels to certify compliance with national and international regulations in cargo handling and stowage. The job responsibilities include the following: Inspect cargo on seagoing vessels to ascertain that pertinent cargo handling and safety for shipping.

At AIM Group, dry cargo inspections are an important monitoring tool between shipowners and charterers when loading and discharging cargo on bulk carriers to determine the responsibilities of each party.

At AIM Group, what is the role of a cargo quantity inspector to control dry cargo?

Our cargo quantity inspectors are a variety of jobs, from determining the actual cargo loaded on board or checking the condition of the cargo when loaded/discharged and other jobs to protect the interests of just one designated client, the

Cargo Owner

the consignee

the ship owner,

the insurance company or

any other relevant party in the industry.

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