Key Services
We maintain a strong focus on customised solutions for
RoRo and RoPax vessels, special purpose vessels such as turbine installation ships, naval vessels and offshore structures while also providing a steady stream of designs and technical support for container vessels, tankers, yachts and most other types of ships.
We provide design and technical support throughout the
design, construction and lifecycle phases of a vessel.
Design
Our capabilities and experience include all the disciplines of naval architecture and marine engineering. Our expertise encompasses the whole range of design activities:
Our capabilities and experience include all the disciplines of naval architecture and marine engineering. Our expertise encompasses the whole range of design activities:
from creative and innovative concept design,
to optimised basic design based on regulatory and client requirements
and on to integration and coordination the puzzle during detailed design.
Construction
Prior to the signing of a contract we offer independent support and advice to
owners and shipyards in key areas such as:
• Shipyard assessment
• Design, specification and contract review
• Planning and cost evaluation
• Contract negotiations
• Supplier evaluation and selection
• Purchasing and procurement support
Once a contract has been signed, we have experience and resources to provide ongoing support throughout the construction and delivery phase including:
• plan approval
• project and contract management
• site supervision and inspections as owners’ representative
• site supervision and technical support on behalf of the shipyard
• sea trials and delivery
We have previously had site teams in China, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Norway, Singapore and the US.
Lifecycle
Throughout the life span of a vessel it may become necessary to review its
technical, operational or commercial performance.
We have substantial experience with:
• feasibility studies
• upgrades
• modifications
• conversions
• life extension
• application and implementation of new rules and regulations
Our experience includes the first application of sponsons in order to substan
tially increase stability of a car ferry, serial conversion and modernisation of three car ferries in the US and the 30m lengthening of the RoPax Vessel “Stena Britannica”.
Research & Development
Every year we produce numerous commercially funded R&D projects on behalf of owners, shipyards, suppliers and other clients.In addition we participate in publicly and privately funded R&D projects for national authorities, IMO, NGOs and similar organisations.