Dry bulk cargoes

With a multidisciplinary background encompassing chemistry, food science, physics, and biology, NOVA is equipped to deliver expert guidance on hazard identification and root cause investigation of cargo damage. We specialise in developing remedial procedures, striving to contribute positively to mitigation efforts.

Our profound understanding of the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code governing commodities in dry bulk transported at sea enables us to offer comprehensive solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of our clients. Below is a non-exhaustive list of cargoes and issues we have vast experience with:

Grains & oilseeds (soybeans, corn/maize, wheat, rice and others)
Seed Cakes and other cargoes liable to self-heating
Fertilizers (NPK, MAP, DAP, SSP and others)
Coal, Charcoal, Coke and related cargoes
Metal ores and concentrates
Cargoes liable to liquefy (iron ore fines, nickel ore, and others)
Cement, Soda Ash and other cargo liable to hardening and caking
Corrosion of steel plates, pipes & coils
Insect infestation and safe fumigation of cargoes
Cargo fires due to self-heating, spontaneous combustion, and fumigants

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Thanks to our first-class scientific knowledge and expertise, NOVA routinely advise on VENTILATION, FUMIGATION, SAMPLING and LABORATORY ANALYSES in accordance with international and national standards to determine types and quantity of contaminants and advise on potential mitigation strategies.

NOVA is the trading name of Nova Scientific Consulting Services Limited, incorporated in Hong Kong SAR as a limited liability company No.77901879

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