Vessel Conversion: "Relchem Isha" Bulk Carrier to Chemical Tanker

Image Caption: Bulk Carrier to Chemical Tanker conversion by GB Marine

The conversion of the 4206 DWT Bulk Carrier "Relchem Isha" to a Chemical Products Tanker is an example of the sophisticated engineering and design work carried out by GB Marine on behalf of our clients. 

CHEMICAL TANKER RELCHEM ISHA IMG 1

Image Caption: All engineering design work of Bulk Carrier "Relchem Isha" conversion to Chemical Products Tanker completed by GB Marine

 

Scope of Work 

Calculations

  • Inclining Experiment and Report
  • Longitudinal Strength Calculations
  • Lightship Survey
  • Hull Geometry
  • Stability - Intact and Damage

Mechanical

  • Cargo Piping Layout
  • Insertion of Cargo Tanks
  • Cargo Piping Diagram (Chemicals)
  • Warming up of Cargo Tanks with compressor
  • Loading Process with Vapour Return to shore

Hull

  • General Arrangement
  • Profile and Deck
  • Sponson Linesplan
  • Typical Frame sections and watertight bulkheads
  • Safety Plan