<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Motto Marine Survey & Services]]></title><description><![CDATA[Motto Marine Survey]]></description><link>https://www.mottomarine.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:12:00 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.mottomarine.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Barge Survey and Gauging: Essential Inland Waterway Cargo Management]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barge surveys and barge gauging are critical operations for inland waterway cargo transport, yet many operators underestimate their importance until disputes arise over cargo quantity or quality. Whether you're transporting petroleum products, grain, general cargo, or chemicals by barge, accurate measurement and inspection determine profitability, safety, and regulatory compliance. Inland waterway transport has experienced significant growth as shippers seek cost-effective alternatives to...]]></description><link>https://www.mottomarine.com/post/barge-survey-and-gauging-essential-inland-waterway-cargo-management</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69caca55e7de3cb00607add9</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:10:34 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Motto Marine International</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bunker Quantity Survey: Ensuring Accurate Fuel Measurement and Dispute Prevention]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bunker quantity surveys are one of the most frequently disputed marine transactions, costing the shipping industry millions annually. When a vessel takes on fuel at a port, the accuracy of that fuel quantity directly impacts operating costs, performance calculations, and potential disputes between shipowners, charterers, and fuel suppliers. Whether you're a shipowner concerned about fuel consumption accuracy, a charterer responsible for bunker management, or a fuel supplier protecting your...]]></description><link>https://www.mottomarine.com/post/bunker-quantity-survey-ensuring-accurate-fuel-measurement-and-dispute-prevention</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cac9e66d22c86f75a52603</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:08:31 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Motto Marine International</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shipbuilding Supervision: Ensuring Quality From Keel to Launch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shipbuilding supervision is one of the most critical aspects of modern ship construction, yet many shipowners underestimate its importance until problems arise during or after completion. Whether you're building a container vessel, tanker, or specialized ship, independent shipbuilding supervision protects your investment, ensures regulatory compliance, and guarantees that your vessel meets contract specifications. At Motto Marine Survey &#38; Consultancy, based in Dunkirk, France, we've provided...]]></description><link>https://www.mottomarine.com/post/shipbuilding-supervision-ensuring-quality-from-keel-to-launch</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cac90a138134f817285d0a</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:06:39 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Motto Marine International</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>