On-demand stock verification

Control Union delivers on-demand stock verification through independent on-site inspections. Our skilled experts verify the presence, quantity and condition of stored goods worldwide, helping detect risks such as unauthorised withdrawals or damage at an early stage. This helps banks and financiers safeguard collateral value and manage loan exposure.

    Commodity risk management

    Control Union operates an international inspection network with local inspectors who know regional storage practices and warehouse types.

    Operations run under ISO 9001 accreditation, which gives financiers a standardised quality baseline for every third party inventory audit. The result: one partner that covers virtually all financed locations with consistent, accredited reporting.

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    On‑demand stock verification

    Flexible control & instant insight.

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    Collateral desk, centralised coordination

    Our office in Rotterdam can act as a single point of contact for coordinating inspections across international locations, enabling organisations with international portfolios to manage requests through one channel.

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    Inventory risk assessment for collateral

    Each inspection targets misappropriation and damage, the two primary threats to collateral value. Early detection preserves both quantity and quality of financed cargo.

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    Flexible scope possible

    Changes to the request scope during execution? No problem. Control Union adjusts the inspection scope and report format to specific requirements, whether custom data fields or revised observation criteria.

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    Clear quantity and condition data

    Reports contain precise quantity counts and condition observations, giving financiers the factual basis needed for lending decisions and regulatory compliance.

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    Dedicated after-sales follow-up

    If questions arise after delivery, reports are revised and clarified. This active follow-up closes information gaps and keeps stakeholders aligned on collateral status.

    How on demand stock verification works

    A transparent verification process adapted to your requirements.

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    Scope definition & warehouse coordination

    Control Union collects warehouse contact details and defines the stock verification scope, so the inspection matches the customer requirements.

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    Inspection scheduling & execution

    Inspectors coordinate directly with the storage location and confirm scheduled dates, keeping the client informed throughout planning.

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    Preliminary update & Final reporting

    A preliminary update is shared after the inspection, followed by a full inventory condition report, usually within 72 hours once all required information has been received. Timing may depend on site conditions and third-party input where applicable.

    The proof to your promise

    On-site collateral assurance

    Control Union combines collateral risk expertise with a global network, providing consistent and reliable verification of stocks across locations.

    • Organisations finance across multiple regions and rely on Control Union to verify collateral at all locations through a single coordinated service.

    • On-site visits deliver rapid confirmation of stock presence and condition, matching the pace of ad-hoc compliance requirements.

    • The Collateral Desk understands risks such as misappropriation and value loss, and builds each inspection around those financial priorities.

    Tools & methods

    We apply advanced measurement and analysis techniques to deliver accurate, independent, and finance‑ready verification of stock volumes and condition.

    • Volume inspections

    • Drone photogrammetry

    • 3D LiDar Scanning (Volumentric survey)

    • Tally and SketchUpBulk

    • Density analysis

    Frequently asked questions

    We verify commodities held as financed collateral across a broad range of sectors and storage environments, from warehouses and open yards to silos, bulk storage and cold stores. The service is suitable wherever financed collateral is held and independent confirmation is needed.

    For on-demand stock verification, inspections are typically arranged within five working days, sometimes faster. Specific timing requests, such as the first day of the month or before the 15th, can also be accommodated where possible.

    The report states the quantities found on site and the observed condition of the stock. It is issued as soon as practically possible after the inspection, depending on site conditions, third-party input and any additional clarification required.

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    Global coverage

    Control Union drives global trade forward. As an international and independent partner, we support traders, producers, brands, and logistics service providers in managing risk and safeguarding quality at every step of the supply chain.

    From raw material to final product, from processes and systems to installations, we provide insight, assurance, and trust in every link of the chain. We do this through inspections and audits, certification and verification, laboratory analyses, and pest management.

    Our global network of experts are embedded in international supply chains across dozens of sectors, including agriculture, food & feed, energy & biofuels, forestry, construction & infrastructure, textiles, maritime, and on- and offshore.

    Together, we build future-proof supply chains and confidence in global trade!

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    Years of experience
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    Offices and laboratories in 80 countries
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    Dedicated colleagues