Marine Surveyors · Australia
Independent marine
surveyors in Australia.
Professional marine surveying services across Australian ports and anchorages.
Who we are
An independent marine surveying company
CSA Marine Pty Ltd is an independent marine surveying company based in Melbourne, Australia, providing professional and reliable marine survey services to shipowners, ship managers, charterers, cargo interests, insurers, P&I Clubs, and maritime businesses.
With extensive seagoing and marine surveying experience, our surveyors bring practical knowledge of vessel operations, cargo handling, loading and discharge operations, and marine safety requirements. We understand the importance of accurate reporting, timely attendance, and clear communication when dealing with vessels and cargo.
We provide independent marine cargo surveys. Our surveyors can attend vessels at ports, terminals, berths, and anchorages throughout Australia, providing responsive support whenever and wherever it is required.
More about us →What we do
Marine survey services
FTL surveys
Pre-loading surveys of cargo holds for grain and bulk cargoes, carried out to Australian export standards. A clear result: FTL, or exactly what must be rectified first.
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Cargo hold inspections
Cleanliness inspections covering previous cargo residues, loose rust and scale, frames, plating, ladders, tank tops and bilges, documented hold by hold.
Learn more →We also carry out AO (Authorized Officer) inspections for the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, draft surveys, P&I surveys, damage container surveys, bunker and condition surveys, pre-AMSA inspections, and cargo quantity surveys for tankers and LNG. See all services →
How it works
From booking to certificate
Book the survey
Send the vessel’s name, berth or anchorage, and loading dates. We confirm attendance to suit the vessel’s schedule.
We attend and inspect
Our surveyors attend the vessel alongside or at anchor and inspect each nominated hold, cargo and operation as required.
You get the result
A clear, practical report or certificate stating the findings and exactly what needs attention before work can proceed.
Why CSA Marine
Why choose CSA Marine
Independent and impartial
Objective findings and professional reporting you can rely on.
Experienced surveyors
Practical seagoing and marine surveying knowledge.
Australia-wide attendance
Ports, terminals, berths and anchorages across Australia.
Prompt response
Flexible attendance for urgent and scheduled surveys.
Clear reporting
Detailed, practical and easy-to-understand reports.
Industry-focused
Supporting owners, operators, charterers, cargo interests and insurers.
Our commitment
Dependable marine surveying
At CSA Marine, our goal is simple: to provide dependable marine surveying services that help our clients protect their vessels, cargo, and commercial interests.
Whether you require a cargo hold inspection before loading, an FTL and/or AO (Authorized Officer) survey for the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, a draft survey, damage assessment, condition inspection, or independent marine survey, our experienced team is ready to assist.
CSA Marine · Independent Marine Surveyors · Reliable expertise across Australia.