Split hopper barges MAGELLANO 1800, VERRAZZANO 1800, BOUSSOLE, and L’AIGLE underwent maintenance at BLRT REPAIR YARDS in Klaipėda. Owned by our long-term partner, Jan De Nul Group, a leading expert in #offshore, marine, civil, #environmental, and project development, these barges are vital to marine infrastructure and #dredging operations 🌐

The scope of work includes but is not limited to, replacing the rubber sealing elements installed between the ship semi-hulls, hull cleaning, painting, and replacing pipes and hull steel constructions. Notably, for BOUSSOLE, in addition to standard drydocking works, one of the two split cylinders, weighing approximately 32 tons, was replaced.

BLRT REPAIR YARDS in Tallinn have successfully turned a general cargo vessel into a fully equipped cable recovery vessel!

The conversion of GRACE marks a significant achievement in our journey, one that has been fueled by innovation, hard work, and collaboration with our valued customers!

More details about the project can be found in the video description

At BLRT REPAIR YARDS, we are honored to collaborate with maritime industry leaders such as Van Oord, consistently welcoming their esteemed fleet for maintenance and enhancements
 
We are privileged to have the Vox Ariane visiting us for her 1st intermediate survey and a series of minor repairs and modifications. Our skilled team is undertaking tasks including servicing bow thrusters, upgrading ventilation systems, and renewing stern tube and rudder stock seals. We are also polishing her hull to a brilliant shine for that extra sparkle ✨

These efforts will ensure that Vox Ariane continues to perform flawlessly, maintaining Van Oord’s high standards in maritime operations.

Vox Ariane is the first trailing suction hopper dredger in Van Oord’s fleet equipped with an LNG fuel system and boasts a hopper capacity of about 10,500 cubic meters and spans 138 meters in length.

Moreover, Vox Ariane was named after the youngest of the three Dutch princesses, Her Royal Highness Princess Ariane of the Netherlands.

Hybrid ferry BERLIN underwent comprehensive maintenance at BLRT REPAIR YARDS in Klaipeda including replacement of steel structures and various pipeline systems, complemented by painting jobs. Nearly 170m-long BERLIN is equipped with an energy-saving rotor that utilizes wind power, highlighting Scandlines’ dedication to sustainable technologies

After completing the maintenance on the BERLIN ferry, our team smoothly transitioned to the next project: the PRINS RICHARD, also operated by Scandlines

Under the skilled supervision of the BLRT REPAIR YARDS repair team, the PRINS RICHARD underwent thorough maintenance. The project included repairs to its four azimuth thrusters; extensive blasting, painting and service of both the hull and deck. Special attention was given to the hashtag#silicone-coated underwater hull.

We are happy to update you on Viking Glory’s latest maintenance completed during April at Turku Repair Yard, one of BLRT REPAIR YARDS. This time the visit focused on treatment of the underwater hull and adding some touches to vessel`s surfaces to keep it looking great.

M/S Viking Glory, which was launched in 2021, revolutionized maritime travel as the first ship equipped with dual-fuel engines that run on completely sulfur-free liquefied natural gas (LNG) and are designed for future operation on biogas. Thanks to its advanced solutions and technical innovations, M/S Viking Glory is one of the most eco-friendly passenger ships in the world.

And we are proud to have had the opportunity to service M/S Viking Glory and are eager to continue supporting its journey!

In late March, we commenced scheduled maintenance on the AKKA, a RoRo/ passenger vessel operated by TT-Line. This 191m long and 30m wide vessel is familiar to our repair crew, having been previously serviced under its former name, NILS HOLGERSSON.

During previous service visit, the ferry was renamed AKKA, inspired by the sage and venerable wild goose from the enchanting tales of ‘The Wonderful Adventures of Nils’

TT-Line has a tradition of naming their ferries after iconic characters from fairy tales, including NILS HOLGERSSON, PETER PAN, TINKER BELL, and HUCKLEBERRY FINN.

This February, we also had the pleasure of servicing the HUCKLEBERRY FINN, another gem from their fleet, in one of our docks.

This year has already seen Spliethoff’s impressive vessels drydocking at the BLRT REPAIR YARDS five times: Snoekgracht, Spuigracht, Slotergracht, Stadiongracht in Klaipeda, Lithuania and, most recently, Statengracht accepted for maintenance in Naantali, Finland 🚢

And honestly, it feels like a reunion each time their vessels arrive at our yards. Each visit is an opportunity for our seasoned team to get hands-on with some of the finest ships sailing the seas; ensuring their seaworthiness and performance for upcoming voyages. It’s this partnership that really showcases what we are all about– commitment, trust, and a spirit of teamwork.

The Estonia will celebrate its 106th anniversary of independence on February 24.

On January 30th, a significant milestone was reached for the Tallinn Shipyard, one of BLRT REPAIR YARDS , members of BLRT Grupp as our new 180m-long floating dock touched the water for the first time at HAT-SAN Shipyard in Turkey. This event marks another completed level in its journey!

As we approach the concluding phases of the project, excitement grows for the enhanced services and capabilities that the new floating dock will introduce to the shipowners visiting our yard in Tallinn

Constructed to accommodate Handysize vessels, its arrival in spring 2024 is eagerly awaited by shipowners and our team alike

In March, Viking Cinderella of Viking Line will return to service between Helsinki and Stockholm, showcasing a spectacular makeover
 
Having not been in service to Finland for nearly two decades, the Viking Cinderella’s return is a momentous occasion. At Turku Repair Yard, one of BLRT REPAIR YARDS in Naantali, the vessel, previously painted white, now boasts a bright red hull
 
The M/S Viking Cinderella underwent regular drydocking with a focus on maintenance along with an extensive interior refurbishment. The project scope included a comprehensive set of tasks, each aiming to ensure the vessel’s operational efficiency and safety. Numerous technical upgrades have been implemented to reduce the vessel’s carbon dioxide emissions by 2,500 tonnes a year
 
A significant aspect of M/S Viking Cinderella`s drydocking was overhauling and machining both propeller shaft hubs, which are a critical part of the vessel’s propulsion system. This comprehensive maintenance ensures the reliability of the ferry for its future voyages!
 
The project was completed within the scheduled timeframe, showcasing efficient project management and the yard`s technica lexpertise