Halliday Engineering recently completed repairs on LPG tanker, MV Gaschem Odyssey, onboard with the specialist skills of our project managers and qualified trades.
Halliday Engineering are proud to have recently carried out emergency main propulsion repairs on a 5,494 tonne LPG tanker.
Initial Scope:
Our client reached out with an urgent need to replace a cracked coupling onboard vessel GASCHEM ODYSSEY. The coupling formed part of the Controlled Pitch Propeller (CPP) propulsion system, and without its replacement the vessel could become inoperable.
Upon conducting an urgent on-site examination, the Halliday team promptly mobilised onsite the following day, aiming to complete the complex project within a 3-week period.
Manufacturers components were quickly transported by air from Germany to our workshop. Following this, we conducted thorough examinations with an on-site specialist before moving them to the ship at Botany.
This specific undertaking proved to be a significant hurdle for our team. We managed to successfully execute all the necessary in-water repairs, thereby circumventing the high-cost delays associated with taking the vessel into drydock.
Time-critical repairs
Works Included:
- Trimming the vessel utilising ballast tanks and installing over 100 tonnes of water bags to the bow of the vessel. This enabled access to the stern tube, propeller, propeller shaft and rudder.
- Removal of the shaft generator and dismantle of the existing cracked coupling.
- Removal of the intermediate shaft that connected to the main engine.
- Disconnection of the rudder stops (enabling rudder to be rotated 90 degrees).
- Moving the main propulsion shaft (complete with propeller) 1.5m AFT of the vessel, to allow space for new coupling to be installed.
- Installation of new coupling with specialist Hi-torque calibrated tooling.
- Re-assembly of all removed components and testing.
We worked closely on site with the OEM technician for key parts of the job and were fortunate to partner with established industry partners such as Tefol and Ausbarge whose contribution was crucial.
”Technical Superintendent for Gaschem Odysssey, Tomasz Rybak quoted:
The exchange of cracked coupling flange of Gaschem Odyssey was a very complicated project and required professional but also flexible approach.
I am impressed with skills of your Engineering Team. Chris Bradley helped us properly assess complicated tasks and support with his knowledge of local market. Whatever tool / device, we have had required - was provided on short notice, which is highly appreciated.
Your workshop is very well equipped and the proper safety standards there are very well implemented.
We have 3 sister ships employed in Australian trade and Halliday Engineering will be always considered first if assistance in any repairs will be required.Tomasz Rybak
KEY ASPECTS OF THE JOB
- Laser alignment of shaft generator to OEM specifications upon installation
- Manufacture and welding of lifting lugs in-situ on the vessel by certified welders
- Supply of ticketed riggers to remove/install componentry
- Supply and installation work pontoons to allow for all works while vessel was in the water
- Outsourced specialist divers for in-water works
- Halliday Workshop utilised for fast turnaround machining
Project Management
It takes a lot of planning and sequencing for a project like this to come together. The Halliday Project team engaged/co-ordinated;
- Port Authority – Wharf and work permit and authorisations
- Divers – In-water works
- Mariner Contractors – pontoon supply and positioning
- Cranage – Lift permits and pontoon positioning
- Vendors – Water bag & rigging equipment hire
- Labour and Resources – Various skilled Halliday tradespeople including Engineers / Welders / Boilermakers / Fitters / Machinists
We are proud of the effort put in by the project team and our client was equally thrilled.
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