Main Engines, Auxiliary Engines & Turbochargers
We have significant experience assessing and inspecting damage to main engines, auxiliary engines, and turbochargers, conducting forensic investigations, conducting root cause analysis (RCA), supervising repair and overhauling work, and assessing claim/costs.
Our engineers have extensive experience and knowledge of slow-speed, medium-speed, and high-speed engines, including fully electronic camless engines. Our inspections and evaluations involve sophisticated automation, engine control systems, and automation utilized across the maritime industry.
Our technical experts proficiently identify and assess common and complex causes of engine and turbine failures, with particular attention to:
- Fuel-related damages (including contamination, cat fines, and low-quality fuel impacts)
- Lubrication issues leading to bearing and piston damage
- Improper maintenance and operational oversight
- Cooling system failures
- Automation and control system malfunctions
- Human error and procedural violations
Common engine damages we expertly handle include:
- Cylinder liner wear and cracks
- Lubrication system failures
- Crankshaft fractures and misalignment
- Bearing damages (main bearings, end bearings, gudgeon pin bearings)
- Scavenge space fires
- Crankcase explosions
- Piston ring failures
- Piston crown damage
Our investigative process includes comprehensive verification of:
- Engine design criteria and maker specifications
- Test bed data and performance benchmarks from manufacturers
- Maintenance logs, PMS, and operational history
- Compliance with additional directives and industry standards
We collaborate with various engine manufacturers and specialized third-party workshops to conduct forensic investigations, comprehensive overhauls, and meticulous damage assessments of main and auxiliary engines and their components.
We leverage decades of marine engineering and mechanical expertise to provide precise cost assessments, realistic repair timelines, and actionable insights to minimize operational downtime and financial loss. Our experts actively supervise overhauls, repairs, and rebuilds, ensuring strict adherence to best practices and standards, thereby safeguarding your investment and vessel reliability.