Where the Atlantic meets the Pacific, where every continent's commerce passes through a single narrow strait — world-class testing, inspection, and compliance services for the vessels and cargoes that move global trade.
"At the gateway of global trade, precision is not a luxury — it is a necessity."
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02 — ABOUT US
About Us
INTERTESCO (AUSTRALIA) PTY LTD is established to serve the Australian market in the Shipping Industry with world-class technical services, testing, inspection, and compliance services.
Headquartered in Sydney, Australia, INTERTESCO is positioned at the heart of two of the world's most active maritime regions — delivering consistent, accredited, and technically rigorous services wherever vessels trade.
01
Sydney HQ (Australia)
Global headquarters — overseeing operations, client relations, and technical standards across all regions
02
Santos Operations (Brazil)
South American hub — serving one of Latin America's largest and busiest port complexes
03
Global Reach
Direct service capability across Brazil, Australia, and international ports through our network
04
Technical Excellence
Accredited laboratory services, regulatory expertise, and round-the-clock mobilization
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"Our professionals bring long-standing industry experience — deep expertise that translates directly into precision, reliability, and results for every client we serve."
03 — IDENTITY
What Our Name Means
INTER
International
Inter-connected
Cross-border
TES
Testing
Technical Excellence
Standards
CO
Corporation
Commitment
Compliance
When our founders sat down to name the company, they wanted every syllable to carry meaning. INTER reflects our international scope and the cross-border nature of maritime trade. TES stands for testing — the core of what we do. CO represents corporation, and equally, our commitment to compliance. Three parts. One name. A clear statement of purpose.
04 — COVERAGE
Caribbean & Americas Network
INTERTESCO serves the Caribbean basin and the Americas through our parent company's established network — ensuring the same standard of technical precision and regulatory compliance across all covered ports.
30+
Ports Covered
14K+
Annual Transits
5
Regions
24/7
Availability
Central America & Panama
→ Balboa
→ Cristóbal
→ Colón
→ Panama City
→ Puerto Limón (Costa Rica)
→ Puerto Cortés (Honduras)
Greater Caribbean
→ Kingston (Jamaica)
→ Freeport & Nassau (Bahamas)
→ Santo Domingo & Caucedo (DR)
→ San Juan & Ponce (Puerto Rico)
→ Bridgetown (Barbados)
→ Port of Spain (Trinidad)
→ Willemstad (Curaçao)
→ Oranjestad (Aruba)
South American Caribbean Coast
→ Cartagena (Colombia)
→ Barranquilla (Colombia)
→ Santa Marta (Colombia)
→ Puerto Cabello (Venezuela)
→ La Guaira (Venezuela)
→ Georgetown (Guyana)
→ Paramaribo (Suriname)
Mexican Gulf & Caribbean
→ Veracruz
→ Altamira
→ Progreso
→ Coatzacoalcos
Gateway Ports (US Gulf & Atlantic)
→ Houston
→ New Orleans
→ Miami
→ Jacksonville
05 — SERVICES
Compliance Matrix
A comprehensive portfolio of maritime testing, inspection, and compliance services — delivering technical precision across every domain.
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01
Cargo & Marine Surveying
Pre-loading, on-hire/off-hire, draft surveys, and hold inspections with precision accuracy.
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02
Bunker Surveys & Fuel Sampling
Comprehensive quantity and quality verification for marine fuels and lubricants.
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03
Ballast Water Sampling & Analysis
IMO BWM Convention & USCG compliance sampling and laboratory analysis including D2 BWTS commissioning testing.
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04
VGP / VIDA & EPA Compliance
EPA Vessel General Permit analytical monitoring and VIDA compliance testing for all BWMS types — UV, chlorination and ozone systems.
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05
Water, Oil & Chemical Lab Analysis
Accredited water, oil, and chemical laboratory services for maritime applications.
📐
06
Calibration & Sensor Services
Precise sensor calibration for Ballast Water Treatment and other systems — salinity, UV intensity, TRO, pressure, and more.
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07
Tank Cleanliness Inspections
Wall wash testing, dry chemical analysis, and cleanliness certification.
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08
Classification Society Support
Services aligned with ABS, BV, DNV, KR, IRS, and other major classification societies.
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09
Regulatory & Quality Auditing
ISO 9001, MARPOL compliance, and port state control readiness assessments.
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10
SCR Spot Check / NOx Verification
Periodic verification of SCR system performance to ensure compliance with IMO NOx Tier II / Tier III under MARPOL Annex VI.
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11
Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement
Non-destructive testing (NDT/UTM) to inspect metal thickness of ship hulls, piping, and structural steel.
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12
Marine Vetting
Systematic evaluation of third-party vessels and barges for cargo operations, safety, and quality risk management.
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13
Asbestos Sampling & Air Monitoring
Asbestos sampling, analysis, and air monitoring covered under ISO/IEC 17025 with strict safety regulations.
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14
Oil Condition Monitoring (OCM)
Analysis of lubricating oils, greases, and hydraulic fluids for generators, gearboxes, compressors, and hydraulic systems.
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15
Noise & Vibration Analysis
Measurement and analysis of noise and vibration onboard ships per IMO MSC.337(91), ISO 20283-5, and class requirements.
🧯
16
Fire Fighting Foam Testing
Inspection and quality testing of low expansion foam concentrates per MSC.1/Circ.1312 with annual and initial inspections.
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17
Scrubber Wash Water Testing
Sampling and testing of scrubber wash water to IMO MEPC.259(68) — organic pollutants, heavy metals, nutrients and more.
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18
IHM — Inventory of Hazardous Materials
Preparation and maintenance of IHM as required by the Hong Kong Convention for safe ship recycling.
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19
Pre-Purchase Vessel Inspections
Expert hull integrity, machinery, and class records inspection before vessel acquisition — globally available with fast turnaround.
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20
Biofouling Management Services
Assessment, sampling, and management plans for biofouling control in compliance with IMO MEPC.207(62) guidelines.
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21
PLC Commissioning & Diagnostics
Commissioning, diagnostics, and programming of Programmable Logic Controllers for BWTS and onboard automated systems.
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22
BWTS Spare Parts (TRO & More)
Supply of genuine and compatible spare parts for Ballast Water Treatment Systems including TRO sensors, UV lamps, and electrolyzer cells.
🚰
23
Drinking Water Analysis
Sampling and analysis of potable water onboard vessels to ensure compliance with WHO guidelines and flag state regulations.
🔎
24
Condition Survey
Comprehensive condition assessment of vessel hull, machinery, and equipment to determine current operational status and maintenance needs.
〰️
25
Noise Testing
Onboard noise level measurement and analysis to verify compliance with IMO MSC.337(91) and crew habitability standards.
💧
26
D2 Commissioning Testing
Independent commissioning testing of Ballast Water Treatment Systems to verify D2 standard compliance prior to final approval.
🔊
27
NOx Spot Check
Periodic spot-check verification of engine NOx emissions to confirm ongoing compliance with MARPOL Annex VI Tier II / Tier III limits.
🛠️
28
BWTS Repairs
Onboard repair and maintenance of Ballast Water Treatment Systems — fault diagnosis, component replacement, and return-to-service verification.
🤿
29
Underwater Inspections
In-water inspection of vessel hulls, propellers, rudders, and sea chests — reducing drydock dependency and minimising off-hire time.
⚡
30
PLC & Electrical Repairs
Repair and reprogramming of Programmable Logic Controllers and associated electrical systems for BWTS and onboard automated equipment.
⚓
01
Cargo & Marine Surveying
Pre-loading, on-hire/off-hire, draft surveys, and hold inspections with precision accuracy.
⛽
02
Bunker Surveys & Fuel Sampling
Comprehensive quantity and quality verification for marine fuels and lubricants.
💧
03
Ballast Water Sampling & Analysis
IMO BWM Convention & USCG compliance sampling and laboratory analysis including D2 BWTS commissioning testing.
🛡️
04
VGP / VIDA & EPA Compliance
EPA Vessel General Permit analytical monitoring and VIDA compliance testing for all BWMS types — UV, chlorination and ozone systems.
🔬
05
Water, Oil & Chemical Lab Analysis
Accredited water, oil, and chemical laboratory services for maritime applications.
📐
06
Calibration & Sensor Services
Precise sensor calibration for Ballast Water Treatment and other systems — salinity, UV intensity, TRO, pressure, and more.
🧪
07
Tank Cleanliness Inspections
Wall wash testing, dry chemical analysis, and cleanliness certification.
🏛️
08
Classification Society Support
Services aligned with ABS, BV, DNV, KR, IRS, and other major classification societies.
📋
09
Regulatory & Quality Auditing
ISO 9001, MARPOL compliance, and port state control readiness assessments.
🔊
10
SCR Spot Check / NOx Verification
Periodic verification of SCR system performance to ensure compliance with IMO NOx Tier II / Tier III under MARPOL Annex VI.
📏
11
Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement
Non-destructive testing (NDT/UTM) to inspect metal thickness of ship hulls, piping, and structural steel.
🚢
12
Marine Vetting
Systematic evaluation of third-party vessels and barges for cargo operations, safety, and quality risk management.
☣️
13
Asbestos Sampling & Air Monitoring
Asbestos sampling, analysis, and air monitoring covered under ISO/IEC 17025 with strict safety regulations.
⚙️
14
Oil Condition Monitoring (OCM)
Analysis of lubricating oils, greases, and hydraulic fluids for generators, gearboxes, compressors, and hydraulic systems.
〰️
15
Noise & Vibration Analysis
Measurement and analysis of noise and vibration onboard ships per IMO MSC.337(91), ISO 20283-5, and class requirements.
🧯
16
Fire Fighting Foam Testing
Inspection and quality testing of low expansion foam concentrates per MSC.1/Circ.1312 with annual and initial inspections.
♻️
17
Scrubber Wash Water Testing
Sampling and testing of scrubber wash water to IMO MEPC.259(68) — organic pollutants, heavy metals, nutrients and more.
📦
18
IHM — Inventory of Hazardous Materials
Preparation and maintenance of IHM as required by the Hong Kong Convention for safe ship recycling.
🔍
19
Pre-Purchase Vessel Inspections
Expert hull integrity, machinery, and class records inspection before vessel acquisition — globally available with fast turnaround.
🌿
20
Biofouling Management Services
Assessment, sampling, and management plans for biofouling control in compliance with IMO MEPC.207(62) guidelines.
⚡
21
PLC Commissioning & Diagnostics
Commissioning, diagnostics, and programming of Programmable Logic Controllers for BWTS and onboard automated systems.
🔧
22
BWTS Spare Parts (TRO & More)
Supply of genuine and compatible spare parts for Ballast Water Treatment Systems including TRO sensors, UV lamps, and electrolyzer cells.
🚰
23
Drinking Water Analysis
Sampling and analysis of potable water onboard vessels to ensure compliance with WHO guidelines and flag state regulations.
🔎
24
Condition Survey
Comprehensive condition assessment of vessel hull, machinery, and equipment to determine current operational status and maintenance needs.
〰️
25
Noise Testing
Onboard noise level measurement and analysis to verify compliance with IMO MSC.337(91) and crew habitability standards.
💧
26
D2 Commissioning Testing
Independent commissioning testing of Ballast Water Treatment Systems to verify D2 standard compliance prior to final approval.
🔊
27
NOx Spot Check
Periodic spot-check verification of engine NOx emissions to confirm ongoing compliance with MARPOL Annex VI Tier II / Tier III limits.
🛠️
28
BWTS Repairs
Onboard repair and maintenance of Ballast Water Treatment Systems — fault diagnosis, component replacement, and return-to-service verification.
🤿
29
Underwater Inspections
In-water inspection of vessel hulls, propellers, rudders, and sea chests — reducing drydock dependency and minimising off-hire time.
⚡
30
PLC & Electrical Repairs
Repair and reprogramming of Programmable Logic Controllers and associated electrical systems for BWTS and onboard automated equipment.
