Pre-Docking Inspection & Planning Services

Pre-Docking Inspection & Planning

Efficient Dry Dock Preparation for your vessels

Our Pre-Docking Inspection and Planning services help shipowners and Ship Managers to prepare vessels efficiently before dry docking. We conduct detailed inspections, define repair scopes, and develop cost-effective dry dock plans to reduce downtime, avoid unexpected repairs, and ensure compliance with class and statutory requirements.

Vessel-Specific Pre-Docking Services

Condition Assessment Monitoring Program (CAMP)

• Structural Inspection – Ballast tanks, Cargo hold / tank, Deck, Machinery space, Accommodation area, Pump room and other confined spaces.
• Hatch cover inspection and sealing checks in case of Containers and Bulk Carriers

• Cell guide and lashing system assessment in case of Containers

• Structural fatigue and corrosion checks
• Main deck outfitting and associated components.

• Insulation, piping, and valve system review in case of Gas Carriers

Thermography Inspection

Marine thermography inspection, ship thermography survey, infrared thermography for ships, marine electrical thermography, vessel condition monitoring, ship preventive maintenance, dry dock inspection services

Our Infrared Thermography Inspection services provide condition monitoring of shipboard electrical and mechanical systems through detailed thermal imaging analysis. Abnormal thermal signatures are evaluated to identify defects such as loose electrical connections, overloads, insulation failure, bearing wear, misalignment, and friction-related heating.

Technical Deliverables:

• High-resolution infrared thermal images
• Temperature measurements and analysis
• Defect severity ranking
• Corrective action recommendations
• Comprehensive marine thermography report

Vibrational Analysis

Marine vibration analysis, ship vibration monitoring, pre-docking vibration analysis, vessel machinery condition monitoring, marine predictive maintenance, dry dock preparation services, ship shaft vibration analysis

Our Marine Vibration Analysis services utilize advanced vibration measurement and frequency analysis techniques to assess the condition of rotating machinery prior to dry docking. The service identifies defects such as imbalance, misalignment, bearing degradation, gear mesh faults, and shaft line issues, supporting precise repair planning and condition-based maintenance.

Technical Deliverables:

• Vibration measurement data and trend analysis
• Frequency spectrum and time waveform analysis
• Fault severity classification
• Machinery condition assessment report
• Repair and maintenance recommendations

Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement (UTM)

Ultrasonic thickness measurement, UTM hull inspection, ship hull thickness measurement, marine ultrasonic testing, pre-docking hull inspection, corrosion assessment ship, dry dock hull survey

Our UTM services for hull structures provide quantitative measurement of structural thickness using ultrasonic testing techniques. Measurements are taken at class-defined locations and analyzed against original scantlings and allowable corrosion margins to assess structural integrity and steel renewal requirements.

Technical Deliverables:

• Ultrasonic thickness measurement data sheets
• Location-wise corrosion and wastage assessment
• Comparison with design and minimum allowable thickness
• Steel renewal recommendations
• Class-ready UTM inspection report as per Class / IACS reporting standards.

Benefits of Pre-Docking Planning

• Reduced dry dock duration
• Improved budget control
• Fewer unexpected repairs
• Enhanced safety and regulatory compliance
• Smooth and efficient dry-docking execution