DESIGN & EQUIPMENT EVALUATION

The evaluation of a vessel’s drawings and equipment package probably constitute the most critical phase for any new building project.

Equipment Evaluation
Equipment selection is carefully evaluated on the basis of:
• Product suitability in terms of the technical application
• Delivery and quality records
• Serviceability based on the vessel’s intended trade pattern
• Review of purchase specifications with special attention to schedules and delivery at the shipyard

Design Evaluation
Design evaluation is based upon a thorough evaluation of all drawings with special regard to technical applications, safety and long-term maintenance. In addition, due regard is given to conformance with applicable rules and regulations.

Design review includes:
• Structural drawings
• Mechanical drawings
• Piping and system drawings
• Drawings for accommodation spaces, stores and specialized compartments
• Electrical plans
• System drawings
• Cargo handling system plans
• Navigational and Communication equipment layout

The design and equipment review is carried out by a team with both structural as well as operational experience where a well-developed system is followed for receipt, review and dispatch of drawings with records for revisions and comments in order to maintain overall schedules.

The entire process is closely tracked with specially developed project monitoring tools.