Welcoming LUCITA to FD34 at BLRT Repair Yards Tallinn feels like greeting an old friend.

Our collaboration with Amisco, an Estonia-based company, spans years, and with every project, the bond grows stronger.

Lucita is now in dock for another round of home repairs, right here, where tradition meets care.

The arrival of the chemical tanker Fjordstraum of Utkilen AS for its intermediate survey marks a milestone for BLRT Repair Yards Tallinn.

This project is particularly significant for us, as Fjordstraum is the first vessel to enter our recently modernised FD2, following an ambitious and technically demanding upgrade program- a new chapter in our capacity to handle technically demanding repair and maintenance with even greater efficiency and safety

The modernization included the installation of new ballast and pumping systems to accelerate docking, upgraded electrical systems to ensure improved power distribution, enhanced fire suppression systems for greater safety, large-scale steel renewal to reinforce the dock’s structural integrity, and the addition of advanced wastewater collection and sewage treatment systems to meet the latest environmental standards.

The transformation reflects BLRT Grupp’s strong commitment to innovation. It marks another significant milestone in a long-term investment program focused on the future of ship repair, enhancing operational efficiency, sustainability, and readiness for the industry’s evolving needs.

Some vessels arrive with a presence, and SCARLET RAY, a modern product tanker, was one of them.

Owned by Eastern Pacific Shipping, the vessel recently called at BLRT Repair Yards Klaipeda for her first special survey.

This project marks our first collaboration with Eastern Pacific Shipping, a recognised leader in global shipping, and we are proud to have contributed our expertise and dedication.

Among the wide range of works carried out onboard, a standout task was the propeller blasting and application of the energy-saving XGIT- PROP coating from GIT Coatings. This advanced, biocide-free coating reduces drag and biofouling, leading to lower fuel consumption, reduced emissions, and smoother sailing.

We thank Eastern Pacific Shipping for their trust and smooth cooperation. It was a pleasure to welcome Scarlet Ray to our yard, and we look forward to many more successful voyages together.

The Meuse River itself has been shaping landscapes and livelihoods for centuries, cutting through the heart of Europe, feeding trade, culture, and industry from France to the North Sea. It’s a name that evokes movement, connection, and resilience

Fittingly, it also sails across the world’s oceans, emblazoned on the hull of DEME Group’s dual-fuel hopper dredger MEUSE RIVER.

Recently, this remarkable vessel called at BLRT Repair Yards Klaipeda to undergo a comprehensive maintenance program, combining traditional ship repair with modern technology to keep her in prime condition for demanding dredging projects. The project included hull treatment, structural repairs, machinery and propulsion overhauls, safety upgrades, and comprehensive maintenance of dredging, piping, and electrical systems.

Thanks to careful planning and teamwork, the MEUSE RIVER is once again ready to shape harbours, deepen channels, and keep maritime trade flowing- just like the river she’s named after.

At BLRT Repair Yards Tallinn, we are proud to have supported Grona Shipping BV, the technical manager of the bulk carrier LAUNKALNE, in taking a major step toward more sustainable operations by installing Econowind VentoFoil sails.

Designed to carry up to 8,100 metric tonnes of wood pellets, Launkalne now benefits from wind-assisted propulsion technology that helps reduce fuel consumption and emissions on every voyage- an important contribution to decarbonising cargo transport. Alongside sails installation, the team performed a comprehensive maintenance and overhaul programm.

Depending on vessel type, size, and operational profile, VentoFoil sails can reduce fuel consumption by 10- 30%, with especially significant savings for bulk carriers like Launkalne on longer voyages, while enabling vessels to meet tightening IMO regulations and climate targets.

At BLRT Repair Yards, we see it as our responsibility to support shipowners and ship managers in integrating innovative solutions and technologies that deliver measurable environmental and economic benefits.

This is how innovation and sustainability can work hand in hand, helping vessels like Launkalne stay efficient, reliable, and environmentally responsible.

Tallinn Shipyard, one of BLRT Repair Yards, is shortlisted for the GREEN4SEA EUROPORT Initiative Award for deploying the MC4000- the world’s first autonomous water surface cleaning robot, designed for industrial use in ship repair operations.

And we would be honoured to have your support! Follow the link and cast your vote  https://europort.safety4sea.com/green4sea-europort-awards/

Together, we are setting a new standard for smarter, greener, and more sustainable ship repair practices!

Voting is open until Friday, 12 September 2025.

Want to learn more about the MC4000 autonomous cleaning robot? Read here

MC4000 in motion

Visiting the Europort exhibition in November? Meet the BLRT Repair Yards team at stand 1410.

With her 1A Super Ice Class, she’s designed to sail where others hesitate. But even the strongest need care.

We have just completed the class renewal of the self-discharging, ice-classed bulk carrier Kallio of ESL Shipping Ltd, performed in our newest 180-meter floating dock at BLRT Repair Yards Tallinn.

Inspected, serviced, and ready for new horizons. Proud to keep these powerful vessels sailing strong!

Tomorrow, June 21st, Tallinn Shipyard, one of BLRT Repair Yards, celebrates its 25th anniversary.

Technologies move forward, regulations change, and the maritime industry keeps setting new demands. Through it all, Tallinn Shipyard has continued to grow, adapt, and deliver- always focused on keeping our customers’ vessels safe and ready for service.

This story has been built through team effort, long-standing partnerships, and shared responsibility for the vessels that move across the seas.

Thank you to everyone who is and has been part of this story!  Happy 25th!

Tallinn Shipyard, one of BLRT REPAIR YARDS, a member of BLRT Grupp, has been shortlisted for the GREEN4SEA EUROPORT Initiative Award for deploying the world’s first autonomous water surface cleaning robot for industrial use in ship repair operations!

The robot was developed as part of efforts to digitise production processes and reduce environmental impact. The project was carried out together with MindChip, a spin-off of TalTech – Tallinn University of Technology.

Online voting will open next week and will remain open until Friday, 12 September 2025. The winners will be announced during the Award Ceremony on 5 November 2025 at the Europort exhibition in Rotterdam.

BLRT Repair Yards will also be present at EUROPORT 2025, Stand 1410.

More information about the voting process will be provided once available.

MindChip video

While LATANA of Utkilen AS, BOW PERSISTENT of Odfjell SE, and TRANS HAV of Sea-Cargo AS – three Norwegian-owned vessels – undergo retrofit and maintenance in our floating docks in Klaipeda, we are preparing for meaningful conversations in Oslo.

Built on trust and transparency, these projects show our long-standing partnerships with Norwegian shipowners and our strong ties with Norway’s maritime community.

We are ready to take the dialogue further, from the docks to the conference floor at NOVA Spektrum. Meet team BLRT REPAIR YARDS at D01-22 from 3-6 June, let’s talk about your fleet, your needs and challenges, and how we can support you – safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

And we’re not coming alone. You will also meet our fellow colleagues from Western Baltija Shipbuilding, WESTERN BALTIC ENGINEERING, Western Ships Agency , and Mereabi – ready to share insights and support across the full spectrum of shipbuilding, engineering, marine safety service and agency solutions