As with any refit project, a detailed plan was crucial. Not only did the collaboration of various contractors create a logistical challenge, the numerous activities that needed to be executed also required proper scheduling. Taking this into account, Damen Shiprepair Vlissingen implemented a rigid operations schedule to avoid overlaps, ensuring minimal leeway for potential delays, while paying full attention to safety issues.
“A few months prior to commencing works on Afrika, one of Jaczon’s vessels caught fire. Understandably this meant that safety was a priority.
