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Learn about Espadarte

Learn about Espadarte

Learn about Espadarte

Technical marine surveying expertise supporting critical maritime decisions in Brazil.

Accuracy drives decisions

Methodology ensures consistency

Evidence supports claims

Compliance builds trust

Espadarte is a Brazilian marine surveying company providing technical inspection and measurement services to shipowners, charterers, operators and P&I Clubs operating at Brazilian ports. Our work is focused on delivering accurate figures, documented observations and clear reporting to support operational control, commercial settlements and claims-related matters.

All surveys are conducted under an ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system, ensuring standardized procedures, traceability of data and consistent application of survey methodology across draft surveys, bunker quantity surveys (BQS), cargo and hold inspections, condition surveys and hatch cover tightness tests.

With operational experience across major bulk, container and energy terminals in Brazil, Espadarte supports port calls, cargo operations and bunker deliveries with factual, defensible technical assessments. Our reports are prepared to meet the expectations of charter parties, terminal operators, underwriters and P&I Clubs, providing reliable documentation suitable for post-fixture discussions and dispute resolution.

Espadarte’s role is strictly technical: to observe, measure, document and report with clarity and independence, allowing clients to make informed decisions based on verified survey data and established maritime practice.

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Approach

Approach

Approach

Survey methodology built on accuracy, compliance and documented evidence.

Scope Definition

Before any attendance, the survey scope is clearly defined based on vessel particulars, port conditions, client instructions and applicable charter party or operational requirements.

Scope Definition

Before any attendance, the survey scope is clearly defined based on vessel particulars, port conditions, client instructions and applicable charter party or operational requirements.

Scope Definition

Before any attendance, the survey scope is clearly defined based on vessel particulars, port conditions, client instructions and applicable charter party or operational requirements.

Regulatory & Safety Alignment

Each operation is reviewed against port regulations, terminal rules, safety requirements and relevant IMO or local authority guidelines prior to execution.

Regulatory & Safety Alignment

Each operation is reviewed against port regulations, terminal rules, safety requirements and relevant IMO or local authority guidelines prior to execution.

Regulatory & Safety Alignment

Each operation is reviewed against port regulations, terminal rules, safety requirements and relevant IMO or local authority guidelines prior to execution.

Field Measurement & Observation

Surveys are carried out through direct measurement, visual inspection and factual observation, applying established marine survey methodology and verified calculation practices.

Field Measurement & Observation

Surveys are carried out through direct measurement, visual inspection and factual observation, applying established marine survey methodology and verified calculation practices.

Field Measurement & Observation

Surveys are carried out through direct measurement, visual inspection and factual observation, applying established marine survey methodology and verified calculation practices.

Data Verification

All figures, soundings, drafts and quantities are cross-checked for consistency, including temperature, density and correction factors where applicable.

Data Verification

All figures, soundings, drafts and quantities are cross-checked for consistency, including temperature, density and correction factors where applicable.

Data Verification

All figures, soundings, drafts and quantities are cross-checked for consistency, including temperature, density and correction factors where applicable.

Evidence Collection

Photographs, measurement records and supporting documentation are gathered during the operation to ensure traceability and technical defensibility.

Evidence Collection

Photographs, measurement records and supporting documentation are gathered during the operation to ensure traceability and technical defensibility.

Evidence Collection

Photographs, measurement records and supporting documentation are gathered during the operation to ensure traceability and technical defensibility.

Reporting & Technical Support

Clear, structured reports are issued promptly, supported by calculations and evidence, with follow-up technical clarification available for operational, commercial or claims-related use.

Reporting & Technical Support

Clear, structured reports are issued promptly, supported by calculations and evidence, with follow-up technical clarification available for operational, commercial or claims-related use.

Reporting & Technical Support

Clear, structured reports are issued promptly, supported by calculations and evidence, with follow-up technical clarification available for operational, commercial or claims-related use.

Technical decisions grounded in verified survey data.

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Espadarte supports maritime operations through accurate measurements, documented observations and consistent reporting standards, enabling informed decisions during port calls and post-fixture discussions.

10+

Years of marine survey operations in Brazilian ports

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9001

ISO-certified quality system

24+

Brazilian ports coverage

100%

Claim-ready documentation

1 — Surveys conducted under an ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system.

2 — Coverage based on regular attendance and on-demand survey operations at major Brazilian ports.

3 — Reports issued with documented evidence suitable for operational review, commercial discussions and P&I or claims-related purposes.

Coverage

Coverage

Coverage

Operational Port Coverage in Brazil

Espadarte provides marine surveying services across key Brazilian ports, attending bulk, container, energy and general cargo terminals. Coverage is based on regular operations and on-demand attendance, subject to port regulations and vessel schedules.

01 North Region

Port of Manaus, Port of Itacoatiara, Port of Santarém, Port of Belém, Port of Vila do Conde, Port of Macapá / Fazendinha

01 North Region

Port of Manaus, Port of Itacoatiara, Port of Santarém, Port of Belém, Port of Vila do Conde, Port of Macapá / Fazendinha

01 North Region

Port of Manaus, Port of Itacoatiara, Port of Santarém, Port of Belém, Port of Vila do Conde, Port of Macapá / Fazendinha

02 Northeast Region

Port of São Luís / Itaqui, Port of Mucuripe, Port of Pecém, Port of Suape, Port of Salvador

02 Northeast Region

Port of São Luís / Itaqui, Port of Mucuripe, Port of Pecém, Port of Suape, Port of Salvador

02 Northeast Region

Port of São Luís / Itaqui, Port of Mucuripe, Port of Pecém, Port of Suape, Port of Salvador

03 Southeast Region

Port of Santos, Port of Rio de Janeiro, Port of Vitória, Port of Açu, Port of Itaguaí

03 Southeast Region

Port of Santos, Port of Rio de Janeiro, Port of Vitória, Port of Açu, Port of Itaguaí

03 Southeast Region

Port of Santos, Port of Rio de Janeiro, Port of Vitória, Port of Açu, Port of Itaguaí

04 South Region

Port of Paranaguá, Port of São Francisco do Sul, Port of Itajaí, Port of Rio Grande

04 South Region

Port of Paranaguá, Port of São Francisco do Sul, Port of Itajaí, Port of Rio Grande

04 South Region

Port of Paranaguá, Port of São Francisco do Sul, Port of Itajaí, Port of Rio Grande