Tally at ArcelorMittal on board a Commercial Vessel in Fos-sur-Mer, Bouches-du-Rhône

MCL Surveys is capable of conducting a tally, a crucial document in the maritime transport sector. It plays a vital role in recording and tracking cargo being loaded or unloaded from a vessel. This allows terminal operators, dock workers, and cargo managers to verify and document essential information about the cargo, ensuring efficient and accurate cargo management throughout the terminal.

A tally typically records the following essential information:

• Number of units: This refers to the total count of containers, pallets, crates, or other loading units being handled.
• Type of cargo: A description of the cargo, such as whether it consists of hazardous materials, foodstuffs, chemicals, etc.
• Condition of the cargo: The state in which the cargo arrives or departs, for example, whether it is intact, damaged, or requires special attention.
• Logistical details: Information such as the name of the vessel, the loading/unloading dates, port stopover details, and more.

In practice, tallies are used to track the progress of work, ensure that there are no errors in counting or placement of cargo, and facilitate communication between various stakeholders in the maritime transport sector (ship crews, port operators, freight forwarders, etc.).

For efficient and accurate tracking and recording of cargo during handling at the terminal, MCL Surveys, specialized in maritime inspections and cargo management, is here to assist you. Please feel free to contact us for a quotation at contact@mclsurveys.com or call us at 04 95 05 15 00.