Vestfold Marine Cargo Survey AS

VMCS-AS Independent Marine, Cargo & Logistics Surveyors in Norway

provides professional, independent inspection and survey services for maritime, logistics, insurance, and commercial industries.
We deliver accurate, unbiased reports suitable for insurance, legal, and commercial purposes, with fast local response and flexible scope.

 

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Our Services

Vestfold Marine Cargo Survey AS provides independent marine, cargo and logistics survey services in Norway. We deliver accurate, unbiased inspection reports suitable for insurance, legal and commercial purposes — from ship to terminal, warehouse and road transport.

Shipping Logistics Insurance & Claims Warehousing Commercial Goods

Cargo Surveys & Inspections

Independent verification of cargo condition, handling and quantity at ports, terminals, warehouses and transport units.

  • Pre-shipment / pre-loading inspections
  • Loading & discharge supervision
  • Cargo condition surveys
  • Quantity & weight verification (incl. draft surveys when applicable)
  • Container inspections (dry & reefer)
  • Temperature-controlled cargo checks
  • Sampling & laboratory coordination
  • Seal verification & cargo security checks

Damage & Loss Investigations

Professional damage surveys and investigations with clear evidence and reporting suitable for insurance and legal handling.

  • Cargo damage assessments
  • Transport damage inspections (truck / trailer / container)
  • Warehouse damage investigations
  • Cause-of-loss analysis (handling, temperature, moisture, impact)
  • Liability & responsibility investigations (facts-based)
  • Photographic documentation
  • Joint surveys with stakeholders (when required)
  • Insurance-grade reporting

Marine & Vessel Surveys

Vessel condition and operational inspections supporting owners, charterers and stakeholders with independent reporting.

  • On-hire / off-hire inspections
  • Cargo hold cleanliness inspections
  • Bunker quantity surveys (on request)
  • Hull & equipment condition checks
  • Vessel damage inspections
  • Shipboard cargo inspections
  • Pre-purchase surveys (boats & yachts)
  • MARPOL Annex II inspections (where applicable)

Logistics & Warehouse Inspections

Independent inspections across storage and logistics operations to reduce loss and support claims when issues occur.

  • Warehouse stock & storage condition surveys
  • Packaging & labeling verification
  • Pallet & stacking inspections
  • Cold storage inspections
  • Distribution center audits
  • Terminal / facility inspections (on request)

Insurance & Claims Support

Independent third-party verification and structured documentation to support insurance claims and disputes.

  • Independent third-party inspections
  • Loss verification reports
  • Evidence collection for claims
  • Claim validation surveys
  • Support for law firms and insurers (documentation)

Commercial & Industrial Goods Inspections

Inspection of a wide range of goods outside traditional marine cargo — including high-value, sensitive and temperature-critical products.

  • Machinery & industrial equipment inspections
  • Pharmaceutical and medical cargo checks
  • Food products and fruit cargo inspections
  • Construction materials condition checks
  • High-value goods verification
Reporting & Documentation: Each assignment includes professional documentation (photos and observations, measurements when applicable) and a clear conclusion. Reports are delivered in PDF format and can be used for insurance and legal purposes.
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Precision Cargo Assessments, Every Time

International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL), Annex II

MARPOL Annex II inspections

officially authorized to conduct MARPOL Annex II inspections in compliance with international and national regulations. Ensure your vessel meets environmental standards with our certified inspection services.

All tankers carrying noxious liquid substances (Category X, Y, and Z) that are required to conduct prewash inspections in Norwegian ports or offshore terminals.

Approved by the Norwegian Maritime Authority - sjøfartsdirektoratet.

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Terminal

Incident Investigation,Loading and Discharge Witnessing,Operations Supervision,Shore tank Measurement, Sampling.

LNG (Liquified Natural Gas) tanker anchored in Gas terminal gas tanks for storage. Oil Crude Gas Tanker Ship. LPG at Tanker Bay Petroleum Chemical or Methane freighter export import transportation and logistics

Tankers

Pre-Shipment Inspections,Cargo Loading and Discharge Surveys,Quantity Assessments,Sampling and Laboratory Analysis,Onshore and Offshore Bunker Surveys,Damage and Loss Investigations

Dock workers inspecting container shipping in the distribution warehouse

Comprehensive Cargo Inspections

Ensure the integrity and safety of your cargo with our thorough inspection services.
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Damage Assessment Expertise

Damage Assessment Expertise

Marine Warranty Survey and Damage Assessment Services

Preliminary Evaluations,Inspection and Reporting

Accurately assess and document cargo damage to facilitate efficient claims processing.

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Loading and Unloading Supervision

Loading and Unloading Supervision

Oversee loading processes to ensure cargo is handled safely and efficiently.
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Bulk Carrier

General and Bulk Cargo

Cargo Inspections,Quantity and Weight Determination,Cargo Sampling ,Cargo Stowage and Securing,Cargo Damage Assessment,Draft and bunker Survey, on/off hire Survey

Propeller

Pre-Purchase Survey

Boat and Yacht Inspections ,We provide detailed inspection reports to aid in the purchasing decision.

Pre-Purchase Surveys: for all kind of vessels Perform comprehensive surveys before purchasing boats and yachts, evaluating their structural integrity, equipment functionality, and compliance with safety standards. Our surveyors provide expert advice based on their findings

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Express Delivery for Laboratory Samples

We understand the critical importance of timely and secure transport for laboratory samples. That’s why we provide a specialized Samples Transport Service designed to meet the needs of businesses and laboratories across Norway and abroad.

 

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Employment Drug and Alcohol Screening

Drug and Alcohol Testing Service

we prioritize safety in maritime operations. Our Drug and Alcohol Testing Service is designed to support vessel owners, managers, and operators in maintaining a safe and compliant working environment for their crew.

Surprise Testing Onboard: We conduct random and scheduled drug and alcohol tests onboard vessels to ensure impartiality and accurate results.

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