Collision Damage Repair Carried Out by Meera Marine
Meera Marine specializes in the assessment and repair of collision-damaged vessels, ensuring structural integrity, operational readiness, and full compliance with classification society requirements. Our experienced team handles all stages of repair, from initial inspection to final testing and handover, minimizing vessel downtime while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.
- Initial Damage Assessment and Survey
Upon receiving the vessel, Meera Marine conducts a detailed visual inspection and ultrasonic thickness measurements to evaluate the extent of structural damage.
Class surveyors are engaged to approve the damage report and proposed repair methodology.
A repair plan is developed, including material specifications, scope of work, and estimated timeline. - Preparation and Safety Measures
The vessel is shifted to a dry dock or sheltered berth, and all safety protocols are enforced.
Affected areas are isolated, and scaffolding, access platforms, and fire-safety arrangements are set up. - Structural Repairs
Damaged hull plates, frames, and stiffeners are cropped and removed.
New steel plates are fabricated, shaped, and installed using approved welding techniques (MIG/MAG or SMAW).
Non-destructive testing (NDT) such as dye penetrant or ultrasonic tests are conducted on all critical welds.
Internal compartments are cleaned, coated, and re-insulated where applicable. - Machinery and Systems Restoration
Any impacted systems, such as ballast lines, electrical cables, or hydraulic circuits, are repaired or replaced.
Alignment of machinery and shafting is checked and corrected if affected by structural distortion.
Paint touch-ups, cathodic protection replacement, and internal tank coating are completed as part of the repair. - Final Inspection and Handover
Class surveyors inspect the completed repairs and certify the vessel as fit for service.
Pressure tests, tank tests, and sea trials are conducted where applicable.
The vessel is handed over to the owner with a full repair dossier including certificates, drawings, and test records.
Through disciplined project execution and technical expertise, Meera Marine ensures that all collision damage repairs restore the vessel to its original strength, seaworthiness, and performance.
