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Bunker Surveying
Rating: 3.5 out of 5(1 rating)
1 students

Bunker Surveying

Types of Bunker Surveys
Created byUiliaa Ureina
Last updated 3/2026
English

What you'll learn

  • Accurately calculate bunker quantities using soundings, temperature and density corrections
  • Detect short delivery, over delivery and common bunkering manipulation practices
  • Understand marine fuel types (HFO, VLSFO, MGO, LNG, LPG) and their operational risks
  • Apply MARPOL, SOLAS, ISM Code and ISO 8217 requirements during bunkering operations

Course content

4 sections • 11 lectures • 29m total length

  • Introduction to Bunker Surveying2:36

    This course provides a clear introduction to bunker surveying and its importance in the maritime industry. You will learn the role of the bunker surveyor, the different types of bunker surveys, and the key procedures involved in safe fuel transfer operations. The course also covers quantity verification, operational supervision, and compliance with international regulations such as MARPOL, SOLAS, and ISO fuel standards. By the end of the course, you will understand the basic principles of bunker surveying and marine fuel management.

  • What is Bunker Surveying?0:55

    Bunker surveying is the inspection and measurement of marine fuel during bunkering operations to verify the correct quantity delivered to a ship. It helps prevent disputes and ensures accurate fuel delivery between the supplier and the vessel.

  • Types of Bunker Surveys2:34

    Delivery, Quantity, Quality, and Consumption checks.

  • International Standards2:53

    Ensure bunkering follows MARPOL, SOLAS, ISO 8217, and other maritime regulations for safety and compliance.

  • Bunker Surveying

Requirements

  • This course is suitable for beginners, maritime students, ship officers, and professionals who want to enter the bunker surveying field.

Description

This course contains the use of artificial intelligence.

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to bunker surveying for maritime professionals, ship crew, and individuals involved in fuel management operations. It is designed to help learners understand the essential principles, procedures, and responsibilities required to perform accurate and efficient bunker operations in real working environments.

You will learn the fundamentals of bunker surveying, including key survey types such as Bunker Delivery Survey (BDS), Bunker Quantity Survey (BQS), Bunker Quality Survey, and Bunker Consumption Survey. The course also explains international standards and regulations including MARPOL, SOLAS, and ISO 8217, ensuring proper compliance with global maritime safety and environmental requirements.

Practical training is a major focus, covering pre-bunkering preparation, monitoring and controlling fuel transfer, verifying fuel quantities, and supervising operations safely. You will also gain knowledge about marine fuels such as Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO), Very Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (VLSFO), Marine Gas Oil (MGO), and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG).

By the end of this course, you will be able to manage bunker operations confidently, improve accuracy, reduce risks, and ensure compliance with international maritime standards. You will gain practical skills, real knowledge, and confidence to perform bunker surveys effectively in professional environments worldwide.

Who this course is for:

  • Anyone interested in starting a career in bunker surveying
  • This course is suitable for beginners as well as maritime professionals who want to strengthen their technical and operational knowledge.

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