The Container Damage Condition Survey is a comprehensive inspection conducted to evaluate the structural integrity, operational suitability, and technical condition of containers used in international transport. Since containers play a vital role in protecting cargo during multimodal transportation, any structural defect or mechanical issue can lead to significant operational and financial risks. For this reason, a professional and objective condition assessment is essential for carriers, leasing companies, freight forwarders, shipping lines, and insurance providers.

This survey involves more than detecting visible damage; it includes verifying compliance with international container standards, identifying operational risks, and assessing whether the container is safe for cargo loading and transport. Each step of the inspection is meticulously documented to ensure full transparency and reliability.

The survey begins with a physical inspection of the container’s exterior, including the roof, side panels, corner posts, door fittings, locking bars, hinges, and frame structures. Surveyors look for dents, cracks, corrosion, structural bending, and any deformation that may compromise safety. The interior is examined to check flooring condition, wall integrity, load‐bearing points, ventilation systems, and lashing rings. This ensures that both the internal and external structure are suitable for safe transport.

Door systems are tested to confirm proper sealing. Gasket integrity, door alignment, and locking mechanisms must operate smoothly to prevent water ingress or external contamination, which may damage cargo. Throughout the inspection, all defects or irregularities are documented with photographs and categorized according to ISO and CSC standards.

Damage assessment includes determining the severity of each defect, the likely cause of the damage, and whether the container remains operationally safe. These findings help stakeholders understand the level of repair required and evaluate commercial responsibility.

Upon completion of the inspection, all observations are consolidated into a detailed survey report. The report includes photographs, measurement notes, defect classifications, compliance evaluations, and recommendations. In container leasing operations, this documentation establishes the exact condition at the start or end of the hire period, preventing disputes regarding responsibility for damage.

Insurance companies rely on these reports to evaluate claims accurately, while carriers and logistics companies use them to ensure operational safety. Through precise documentation, the Container Damage Condition Survey provides full transparency, reduces commercial risks, and ensures compliance with global shipping standards.

Kuzey Marine Survey delivers container condition assessments with technical accuracy, impartiality, and international survey standards, ensuring safe and efficient cargo operations.