Empire Navigation’s ‘Cape Claudine’ to enter Damen Shiprepair Dunkerque
On 6 November 2015, the bulk carrier to enter the Port of Dunkerque arrived at Damen Shiprepair’s yard. Empire Navigation’s ‘Cape Claudine’, at 292 x 45 meters, is almost at the maximum size able to transit the lock in the eastern part of the port.
The vessel was the 10th docking contract awarded to Damen Shiprepair & Conversion from the Greek shipping market during 2015.
‘Cape Claudine’ underwent a scope of maintenance works over a period of 10 days, leaving the yard again on 16 November. Project Manager Antoine Jeanroy says, “This was a tight timeframe, especially considering the extent of the work we needed to carry out. However, with plenty of planning and organization we were able to do everything on time and on budget.”
Additional to standard class survey works, the project included rudder clearance, propeller shaft clearances, propeller polishing, renewal of stern tube seals, anodes and anchor and chains. A host of mechanical works were also carried out, including to the turbocharger, main engine coolers and pumps. The blowers and the auxiliary boiler were overhauled and presented for class inspection.
“The most challenging aspect of the project was the painting programme, especially if we consider the adverse weather conditions in this period,” states Carlos de Vliegere, sales manager at Damen Shiprepair & Conversion. “This involved blasting 3,600m2 of the hull to Sa 2.5 and painting 40,000m2.”
Mr. de Vliegere says the relationship between the yard and the client was excellent, something which also helped to ensure a smooth project execution. “There was very good cooperation with Empire Navigation and both parties were very satisfied with the results. We hope to welcome the client to our yard again in the future.”
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