A modification of a ship is a complex project which requires a lengthy and detailed preparation to be successful in the execution. A combination of a modification and a lifetime extension with limited time, only makes this process more complicated.
In this project all complexity came together, and besides the modification and lifetime extension the project was on a very short timeline.
The scope of the project was extensive and included, amongst others, out of:
Based on this list already a huge project but taking the timeline in consideration, almost an impossible task.
Finally the project kicked off in July 2021 with an approved business case and prep-works started!
First things to be taken care of: basic and detailed engineering, keep class involved and selecting key suppliers for PMS, DP and FVD.
Next: selecting a shipyard capable of such a modification, streamline all similar jobs with the timeline (management order: start asap, ready jan-22) and keep all stakeholders committed to the timeline.
As you can expect with such projects, time is always your enemy and it proved to be impossible to have the project completed by jan-22. But thanks to good coordination and cooperation we have been able to have the engineering ready in time, have a yard selected and agreed on good cooperation and support, have all key-components available in time and start with the execution of the project in December 2021, even 3 weeks ahead of the projected plan.
A good job performed by the entire project team, and only made possible by pure focus on the project by all team members. Happy that I could be leading this project team with dedicated specialists!