Port of Bordeaux & the Gironde Estuary
The Port of Bordeaux, managed as Bordeaux Atlantique, operates multiple terminals along the Garonne and in the Gironde estuary, including Bassens (agribulk, containers), Le Verdon (Brittany Ferries, general cargo), Ambès (petroleum products), and Blaye (agribulk). The Gironde estuary — France's largest — is navigated regularly by tankers, bulkers, and container feeders. Tidal windows and restricted depths add operational complexity, making professional on-site survey coverage particularly important.
Our Services in Bordeaux
In Bordeaux and the Gironde we provide: Hull & Machinery surveys for vessels at any terminal in the corridor; P&I casualty and pre-entry surveys, including collision, grounding, FFO, and pollution incidents on the Gironde; cargo damage surveys and pre-loading inspections for cereal, liquid bulk, and project cargo; repair supervision at local facilities; and expert opinions for Bordeaux maritime proceedings.
Rapid Mobilisation
Bordeaux is approximately 2.5 hours by road from Nantes, or 1 hour by direct flight. We can be on-site the same day for urgent assignments and can cover the full Gironde corridor from Le Verdon to Bordeaux city.
