Cereal & Grain Inspection: On the Ground Where Grains Move
From the Black Sea to the Mediterranean, we are on the ground where grains move. Our inspectors understand the realities of bulk shipments, blending operations and tight laytime pressure. With extensive experience in major grain trading routes, we provide reliable inspection services that keep your operations running smoothly.
Our team of qualified inspectors is strategically positioned at key ports and inland terminals, ready to respond quickly to your inspection needs. We combine technical expertise with practical knowledge of grain handling operations to deliver accurate, timely results.
Service Scope
- Loading / discharge supervision for vessels, barges, trucks and rail wagons
- Draft and ullage surveys for independent weight determination
- Standard sampling of holds, silos and warehouses
- On-site grading: protein, test weight, falling number, defects and impurities
- Condition checks: temperature, moisture, infestation and mould risks
Why It Matters
In the fast-paced world of grain trading, accurate and timely inspection results can make the difference between profit and loss. Our services provide you with the independent verification you need to protect your interests and maintain smooth operations throughout the supply chain.
Secure Your Outturn
and Minimize Shortages
Accurate weight determination and quantity verification help you avoid costly shortages and disputes over delivered quantities.
Comply with Contract
Specifications
Ensure your grain meets contract specifications and destination market requirements with comprehensive quality testing and documentation.
Documented History for
Audits and Claims
Keep a complete documented history of every shipment for audits, claims handling, and quality management systems.
Frequently asked questions
We inspect all major grains and cereals including wheat, barley, corn (maize), rice, rye, oats, and other specialty grains. Our services cover both feed grade and milling quality grains, with expertise in regional and international quality standards.
Our draft surveys follow IACS (International Association of Classification Societies) guidelines. We measure the vessel's displacement before and after loading/discharge, taking into account water density, trim, and other factors to calculate the cargo weight accurately and independently.
Yes, our inspectors are equipped with portable testing equipment to perform on-site grading including protein content, test weight, falling number, moisture content, and visual assessment of defects and impurities. This provides immediate results to support operational decisions.
We understand the time-sensitive nature of grain shipments and laytime pressures. Our inspectors are strategically positioned at major ports and terminals, enabling us to respond quickly to urgent requests, often within hours of notification.
Yes, we provide supervision of blending operations to ensure proper mixing ratios and final product specifications. Our inspectors monitor the process, take representative samples, and verify that the blended cargo meets the required quality parameters.
We follow GAFTA sampling procedures and use approved sampling equipment to ensure representative samples are taken. Samples are properly sealed, labeled, and documented to maintain chain of custody and provide traceable evidence for all parties.
