Fixing Reactive Maintenance
Repairing and replacing assets after they fail is all too common a practice but not an efficient solution. In the dry bulk sector, reactive maintenance often results in high repair costs, off hire or idle vessels and heightened cargo ship safety risks.
When shipping companies rely on breakdown-based maintenance for the upkeep of their equipment it comes at a price. Unscheduled repairs can prove expensive. Then you can factor in the off hire or idle crew and of course you may be looking at an increase in claims, disputes etc.
To avoid unnecessary costs, companies benefit from adopting a proactive approach to ship maintenance. Staying ahead with preventive measures not only helps reduce repair expenses but also extends the life of assets and enhances the overall reliability and performance of vessels.
For maritime organisations wanting to foster a proactive approach the DryBMS framework provides a robust solution. This self-assessment platform helps shipowners transition from reactive to preventive and predictive maintenance. The result is cost reduction and maximising operational efficiency.
The True Cost of Reactive Maintenance
Failure to address best maintenance practices is an oversight that can hit dry shipping companies in many ways.
Expensive Unscheduled Repairs. Fixing equipment and machinery can prove to be far more costly than opting to carry out routine upkeeps.
Unplanned Disruptions & Lost Revenue. Mechanical failures can have a huge financial impact as they lead to voyage delays, contract penalties, and reduced chartering opportunities.
Increased Safety Risks. A serious price to pay is through faulty machinery, neglected mooring lines, or worn-out components as they can endanger crew and cargo.
Off Hire Periods. This can lead to reputational damage and costs associated with claims from vessel being not fully operational.
Shortened Equipment Lifespan. When wear and tear on equipment and vessels remains unchecked there is only one outcome and that’s frequent replacements and capital expenditure.
Preventative Maintenance Saves Time & Money
The case against reactive maintenance in the shipping industry is clear. It leads to higher costs, ship safety risks and operational inefficiencies.
Taking a proactive approach within your organisation can help prevent idle or off hire crew, extend the lifespan of your assets and enhance regulatory compliance.
Shipping companies wanting to make this transition can use the DryBMS framework. This self-assessment platform sets standards from Basic to Excellent level to improve the entire maintenance practices of an organisation.
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