Plate Heat Exchanger Overhaul in Turkish Shipyard Success

When Repairs Fail
The Challenge
During a vessel drydock at a leading shipyard in Turkey, the condition of the cooler’s plate pack was not identified early enough by the assigned contractor. By the time the failure was confirmed, several plates were already damaged — leaving the vessel off-hire and under significant commercial pressure, with daily off-hire losses reaching tens of thousands of dollars.

The Turning Point
Maritech was called in to address the failure, providing technical service on site and supplying the required plate pack renewal from stock.
• Rapid assessment – Our engineers inspected the unit and confirmed the extent of the failure.
• Refurbishment where possible – Components that could still be used were reconditioned: cleaned, re-gasketed, and realigned.
• Stock-backed renewal – Replacement plates were delivered directly from stock, secured through Maritech’s stock network to ensure immediate availability.
• On-site support – The system was reassembled and tested under Maritech supervision, ensuring reliable performance before the vessel’s departure.

The Result
✅ The vessel was able to return to service within only 48 hours, as Maritech teams worked around the clock to restore full operation and minimize further off-hire costs.
✅ By delivering both technical service and reliable spare parts, Maritech proved its ability to support shipyards in keeping projects on schedule — building trust and helping them strengthen relationships with shipowners while avoiding costly delays.

Lessons Learned
This case highlights how late failure identification can escalate costs rapidly. At the same time, it reflects a broader industry reality: shipyards today demand specialized services that go beyond standard docking — solutions that deliver faster turnarounds, predictable costs, and warranty-backed quality. This is exactly where Maritech provides value.

Strategic Outlook
Building on cases like this, Maritech’s vision is clear: to create a global ecosystem of specialist services that reinforces shipyard capabilities, secures owner confidence, and ensures that every vessel benefits from consistent standards of quality, supply, and warranty — wherever it docks.