Draft Survey Specialist in Fos Port – Bulk Cargo Measurement

When dealing with bulk cargoes, precise measurement is critical for operational accuracy, dispute resolution, and insurance compliance. In Fos-sur-Mer, one of France’s largest industrial ports, trust a dedicated expert for your draft survey needs.
MCL Surveys provides independent draft surveys tailored for marine insurers, freight forwarders, ship agents, and commodity brokers.

With extensive experience at berth and alongside terminals in Fos Port, MCL Surveys helps you verify weight discrepancies and document cargo movements with the highest degree of technical reliability.

What Is a Draft Survey?

A draft survey calculates the weight of bulk cargo loaded or discharged using the vessel’s draft readings, applying hydrostatic data and correction factors. It’s a critical process for:

• Determining net cargo loaded/discharged

• Verifying shipping documents and bill of lading figures

• Supporting demurrage claims or rebuttals

• Establishing independent, insurer-compliant cargo evidence

• Resolving disputes between shippers, receivers, and charterers

Accuracy, transparency, and compliance with international maritime standards are essential — and that’s what MCL Surveys delivers.

Why Choose MCL Surveys in Fos-sur-Mer?

100% independent reporting, neutral and insurer-ready
Real-time draft surveys performed at load/discharge
Compliant with BIMCO, ISO, and local port authority standards
Clear, photographic documentation and water density checks
Reports accepted by insurers, P&I Clubs, charterers, and traders

From fertilizers and grains to minerals, coal, and aggregates — MCL Surveys covers all types of dry bulk commodities and provides swift, certified draft survey reports across Fos and the broader Marseille-Fos logistics platform.

Our teams operate with precision and are fully aware of the time constraints vessels and agents face during loading/unloading operations.

For more information or to request their services, MCL Surveys can be contacted at +33 (0) 4 95 051 500 or via email at contact@mclsurveys.com