All You Need to Know About Hull Cleanings

Ever heard the saying that a clean hull is a happy hull?

A cargo ship


We might just have made that up— but that doesn’t mean that it isn’t true. While most ships and vessels look admirable from up top, looking at them under the waterline is a completely different story.

That’s why it’s necessary for you to get regular hull inspections and cleanings done. If you’re unsure about what exactly entails a hull cleaning, we’ve answered some of the FAQs to clear out your confusion.

How Does Underwater Hull Cleaning Work?

Underwater hull cleanings are an essential way to clean a vessel while it is still afloat and an excellent way to reduce drag and increase performance. Cleanings can be done on all types of vessels, no matter their shape, size, or age. Commercial diving companies using underwater brush karts may be able to clean 3,600 m2 per hour!

Why Get YourShip's Hull Cleaned?

A ship's hull is underwater most of the time. This means that the hull accumulates algae and other unwanted marine life like barnaclesand oystersthat attach themselves to the bottom of the vessel. They then begin to start growing on the hull, resulting in added friction and increasing the weight of the ship. As a result, the engine is strained, decreasing the vessel’s speed and leading to overall poor performance.

A container ship on the ocean


Hull cleaning affects a ship’s energy efficiency, and vessels that have regular maintenance and hull cleanings consume less fuel as compared to those that don’t.

Who Performs Underwater Hull Cleanings?

Only certified underwater commercial divers can perform hull cleanings. They need to be well-trained and experienced so that they don’t damage a ship’s coating or hull plating, which is a very challenging task. It requires special skills and techniques, along with specialized equipment.

As an added bonus, hull cleanings can be used in conjunction with underwater surveys to inspect ships for needed repairs. If you’re looking for commercial diving contractors or underwater ship repair services and in Thailand, head over to Thai Subsea Services. As one of the top underwater inspection companies, they offer underwater hull cleaning services, rope guard and grating clearing, underwater welding, and much more.

Get in touch with them at +66 33133889 or email them at sales@thaisubsea.com for more info.

 

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