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Integrating innovative technology into an existing vessel requires specialist expertise in vessel systems, integration and retrofit execution. GLO Marine partnered with Armada and a cruise company to provide this expertise for the integration of a Passive Air Lubrication System (PALS), designed to reduce vessel fuel consumption through hull air lubrication.
As the integration specialist and dedicated Program Manager, GLO Marine acts as the owner’s independent technical representative, coordinating the technology supplier, design office, shipyard, classification society and other project stakeholders. The scope spans engineering and preparation through dry-dock installation, commissioning, sea trials and final close-out.
Retrofitting a PALS system on an operating cruise vessel requires the integration of new equipment within a highly constrained existing arrangement.
Installation space inside the ballast tanks and surrounding structure is limited, while new piping, electrical and control systems must be introduced without compromising existing vessel systems or operations.
The project also involves several organisations working across different countries, requiring close coordination between the technology supplier, design office, shipyard and Class.
Further challenges include:
GLO Marine established the overall project coordination framework and acts as the main interface between the cruise company and the project stakeholders.
The engineering package is reviewed to identify outstanding information, interface requirements and items requiring clarification before installation.
Preparation activities are coordinated to ensure equipment and materials are available in line with the vessel's dry-dock schedule.
During the dry-dock period in Singapore, GLO Marine supports the owner through on-site coordination and progress monitoring.
Following installation and commissioning, the project is coordinated through documentation close-out and final completion.
The program management framework has been established, providing the client with a single coordination point across the technology supplier, design office, shipyard, Class and other project stakeholders.
The engineering package is currently under review ahead of dry-dock execution, with technical interfaces, outstanding documentation, procurement readiness and logistics being coordinated against the installation schedule.
GLO Marine will continue supporting the project through dry-dock installation, commissioning, sea trials and final documentation close-out in Singapore.
