Pre-Docking Inspection
By Zeus Marine Service – Chittagong Port, Bangladesh
At Zeus Marine Service, we offer thorough and reliable Pre-Docking Inspection (PDI) services for vessels calling at Chittagong Port, helping ship owners, operators, and managers prepare efficiently for scheduled dry-docking.
A Pre-Docking Inspection is essential to identify the scope of required repairs, estimate time and budget, and avoid unexpected delays or costs during the docking period.
Key Objectives of Pre-Docking Inspection:
- Assess vessel condition before dry-docking
- Identify structural, mechanical, and coating issues
- Detect potential steel renewal or hull repairs
- Evaluate machinery, hull fittings, and underwater parts
- Support dry-dock specification planning and budgeting
- Minimize docking downtime and cost overruns
Scope of Our Inspection Services:
- Hull Condition Assessment – Visual check and ultrasonic gauging (if needed) for plating, bilge, ballast tanks, etc.
- Underwater Survey Coordination – Diver-assisted or ROV-based inspection (if required) for propeller, rudder, sea chest, etc.
- Machinery & Equipment Review – Checks on pumps, valves, cooling systems, and other auxiliary machinery.
- Hull Fittings & Appendages – Inspection of anodes, sea valves, gratings, stern tube, rudder, etc.
- Coating Condition Check – Assessment of marine growth, paint failure, and corrosion.
- Dry-Dock Repair Estimation – Help in defining repair scope and technical specifications.
Why Choose Zeus Marine Service?
- ✔️ Port-Based Expertise at Chittagong – Fast mobilization and local knowledge
- ✔️ Experienced Marine Surveyors – With backgrounds in naval architecture, marine engineering, and class surveys
- ✔️ Comprehensive Reporting – Delivered with photo documentation and actionable recommendations
- ✔️ Tailored Service – For owners, charterers, superintendents, and technical managers
Deliverables:
- Pre-Docking Inspection Report (PDF)
- Photo log of inspected areas
- List of recommended dry-dock jobs
- Optional: Steel weight estimates, repair yard liaison support