SPS was ultimately chosen as the preferred material to complete the project due to its flexibility in conducting COLD WORK repairs upon vessels remaining offshore, thereby avoiding any disruption to production or operation schedules.

SPS permanently reinstated multiple deck areas on the vessel, mainly focusing on the B, C and D decks, wheelhouse, and upper deck. SPS’s COLD WORK repair method allowed for reduced heat input during the repairs, minimising downtime and ensuring the safety of personnel onboard.

Steel plates, ranging from 6-8mm in thickness, were reinstated using SPS COLD WORK repairs to maintain structural integrity and avoid unnecessary thermal stress. Perimeter bars adhered to the deck using specialised structural adhesives to create a strong bond and airtight cavities. These cavities were then filled with a 25mm elastomer core, providing additional stability to the new deck plates.

The entire deck reinstatement project was supervised by SPS Technology network partner ASOM, with their team of experts ensuring it was successfully completed over a three-month period. All the while, the vessel remained in operation, with no interruptions to onboard systems.