Core services
From in‑pit sampling to vessel draft surveys, African Commodity Inspection covers the full movement of ore, concentrates and bulk commodities with independent, defensible reporting.
On‑site mining inspection
Independent verification of grades, moisture and tonnages at mine and rail‑siding to align production, contracts and payment schedules.
Port & terminal supervision
Full supervision of vessel, barge and container operations to protect cargo quality, quantity and condition at South African ports.
Laboratory & assay liaison
Chain‑of‑custody supervision from primary sampling to final assay, ensuring that commercial decisions rest on credible numbers.
Risk & compliance
Structured inspections and reporting aligned with mining, safety and environmental frameworks to support governance and financing requirements.
How we work
A clear, repeatable workflow keeps all parties aligned, from first instruction through final signed report, with time‑stamped evidence at every step.
Receive written instructions, contracts and technical specs, then define the inspection scope, reporting format and communication lines between all parties.
Deploy experienced surveyors to the mine, siding or port, capturing photographic evidence, readings, sampling logs and operational observations.
Reconcile quantities and quality against contracts and third‑party data, then issue a signed inspection certificate and report suitable for contractual and financing use.
Coverage
Focused on South Africa with the ability to support cross‑border movements throughout the SADC region for key minerals and bulk commodities.
Compliance & assurance
Inspection programs align with applicable mining, safety and environmental requirements while also matching the expectations of international traders and financiers.
Technical & safety
Mine‑site inspections are structured around checklists and templates that consider site conditions, equipment, roadways, emergency readiness and environmental aspects.
Governance & reporting
Every inspection results in a structured, time‑stamped dossier that can be shared with buyers, financiers, auditors and insurers as a neutral view of on‑the‑ground conditions.
Field & laboratory
Visual documentation forms part of every inspection, capturing mine conditions, stockpiles, cargo holds and laboratory testing steps for a complete audit trail.
Next step
Share basic details about your shipment or mining operation and the team will revert with availability, scope and a clear cost structure.