Category: Case Study

When vessels are laid up for extended periods, bringing them safely back into service can present significant technical challenges, especially when service records are limited or unavailable. Premier Separator Services was recently appointed by a major ship manager to carry out the re-activation of refrigerated cargo vessels following a four-year cold layup in the Far East.

A major cruise ship company was coming to the end of their dry docking and refurbishment programme when it was discovered that one of the main engine central coolers was leaking, meaning they were in need of plate heat exchanger repair.

We were recently asked by a Major Ship Manager to carry out an inspection of all Fuel & lube oil separators and plate heat exchangers on two newly activated ships.