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Condition Based Maintenance (CBM): Key Vessel Strategy
Vessels require routine maintenance and repair to function properly. Given that new vessels entering service today are anticipated to have an operating lifespan of up to several decades, operators can improve risk management,…
Cranes’ Maintenance: Mechanical & Hydraulic Components
Cranes are extremely useful in the shipping industry. They are used in ports to load ships, onboard ships to move cargo, offshore platforms as well as oil rigs. Marine cargo cranes operate in…
The Most Common Problems with Ship Propellers and How to Resolve Them
The propeller of a vessel is an integral part, whose efficiency impacts the ship’s speed, meeting deadlines and staying on schedule. During the ship’s lifetime, propellers can suffer from various problems, be it…
Is Green Ferry-Boat construction feasible in Greece?
The idea of sustainability among Ferry Boat companies and passengers surfaced a few years ago. Prior to that, most operators did not take into consideration the environmental impact, as the primary concern was…
Piping System: Steel or Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP)?
For any vessel, sound operation depends on a number of components being successfully assembled. One area of operation is the ship’s piping system. That includes all the fluids on board the vessel irrespective…
Effective Tips for Ship Maintenance
Ship maintenance is an essential component of operations, intended to keep your vessel in good working order at all times without restricting routine operations. A properly maintained ship is more reliable and provides…
Factors to consider when Major Steel Renewals are required
Vessel steel renewal and repair is an important task that takes place throughout every ship’s operational life. Prior knowledge of the steel renewal process helps both the shipyard and the shipowner to define…
Ballast water treatment system: Optimum installation procedures
Every time a vessel leaves a port, shipping companies shoulder great responsibilities, in carrying out delivery of goods around the world as the ultimate goal. Attaining this, requires all components of the vessel…
best coating practices of holds and tanks
Coating practices for cargo holds/tanks and ballast tanks vary depending on the purpose, type and sequence thereof. An erroneous choice of coating may result in failure and contamination of the surface as well…
Factors to consider when choosing a shipyard for your Ship Repair
Vessels are continually exposed to electrical or mechanical issues, scheduled or unscheduled and extraordinary repairs, wear & tear restitution works, hull cleaning and hull and tank coating etc., all of which demand professional…