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Inspection and testing support for lifting gear, wire ropes, mooring equipment, load testing, certification and third-party verification — helping vessels stay safe and compliant.

Overview

Supporting safety, compliance and operational reliability.

Ocean Crest supports vessel operators with inspection and testing services that help maintain equipment safety, regulatory compliance and operational readiness at Sri Lankan ports.

From lifting gear and wire ropes to mooring equipment and load testing, we coordinate qualified inspection and certification — helping owners and operators meet international maritime regulations with confidence.

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Service Overview

Inspection you can certify and rely on.

Ocean Crest coordinates inspection and testing for vessels calling at Colombo and Sri Lanka's major ports. We arrange qualified inspection of lifting gear, wire ropes and mooring equipment, along with load testing and certification — giving your vessel a single, accountable point of contact throughout.

Our inspection services help vessel operators maintain compliance with international maritime regulations, safety requirements and operational best practices — with clear documentation and certification at every stage.

Lifting Gear Inspection
Load Testing
Wire Rope Inspection
Mooring Equipment Inspection
Certification Support
Third-Party Verification
Sub-Services

Everything your equipment needs.

Six core inspection and testing services — from lifting gear and load testing to certification and third-party verification. Browse the full scope below.

01

Lifting Gear Inspection

Thorough examination of cranes, derricks, hooks and lifting appliances to confirm safe working condition and regulatory compliance.

Cranes & DerricksHooks & BlocksChain BlocksLifting BeamsVisual & NDT
02

Load Testing

Proof load and functional testing of lifting equipment to certified standards, confirming safe working loads before operational use.

Proof Load TestSWL VerificationWater BagsTest WeightsCertification
03

Wire Rope Inspection

Detailed inspection of wire ropes and slings for wear, corrosion and damage — identifying issues before they become failures.

Wire RopesSlingsWear & CorrosionDiscard CriteriaReports
04

Mooring Equipment Inspection

Inspection of mooring lines, winches, bollards and associated fittings to support safe berthing and station-keeping operations.

Mooring LinesWinchesBollardsFairleadsFittings
05

Certification & Verification

Certification support and independent third-party verification to satisfy class, flag state and international regulatory requirements.

Certification SupportThird-Party VerificationClass & Flag StateDocumentationCompliance
Why Ocean Crest

Built for reliability on every port call.

Our inspection operation is built on qualified partners, operational discipline and a team with deep expertise in Sri Lanka's port, class and regulatory environment.

01

Qualified Inspectors

Access to competent, qualified inspectors reduces the risk of missed defects, failed audits and unexpected downtime.

02

Standards-Led Testing

Inspection and load testing carried out to recognised international standards, class rules and flag state requirements.

03

Certification & Records

In-house team handles all certificates, inspection reports and verification records for a complete compliance trail.

04

Fast Port Turnaround

Strong port relationships and proactive scheduling ensure inspections are completed without delaying your vessel's stay.

How It Works

How our service works.

A clear, managed process from your first enquiry through to issued certificates — with full communication at every milestone.

1

Enquiry & Scope

Share your vessel details, equipment list and inspection requirements. Our team confirms the scope, applicable standards and a competitive quote within 24 hours, complete with lead times.

2

Scheduling & Coordination

Once accepted, we assign qualified inspectors, coordinate berth access and port authority requirements, and schedule the inspection around your vessel's stay.

3

Inspection & Testing

Our team carries out inspection and load testing on board or at berth to recognised standards, recording findings and flagging any equipment requiring attention.

4

Certification & Reporting

On completion, we issue full certification and inspection reports, including third-party verification where required — providing a complete audit trail for class and flag state.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions.

Common questions about inspection and testing services at Sri Lankan ports, answered by our operations team.

We coordinate inspection and testing for lifting gear such as cranes, derricks, hooks and chain blocks, as well as wire ropes, slings, mooring equipment and associated fittings. Our team handles load testing, visual inspection and certification for all common vessel types calling at Colombo and Sri Lanka's major ports.

Yes. Inspections and load testing are carried out to recognised international standards and, where required, aligned with class society and flag state requirements. We can also arrange independent third-party verification so your certification satisfies audits and regulatory reviews.

For routine inspections we typically require 24–48 hours notice prior to vessel arrival to assign qualified inspectors and coordinate berth access. Load testing and third-party verification may need additional lead time. Contact our operations team as early as possible for urgent or complex requirements.

Yes. Every inspection is accompanied by full documentation including certificates, inspection reports and, where applicable, third-party verification records. All paperwork is prepared for your vessel's records and class or flag state requirements, giving you a complete, transparent compliance trail.

Set Sail With Ocean Crest

Inspection support for your next port call, ready when you are.

From lifting gear and load testing to certification and third-party verification — our team coordinates everything for vessels calling at Sri Lankan ports.

@ Emailtrading@oceancrest.com.lk 24/7 Operations+94 77 477 9009
Headquarters103, Chatham Street, Colombo 01