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Cost-Effective VDR FFC repair Solution

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Industry

Maritime

Challenge

MT High SD Yihe required a fast, effective solution to replace the VDR battery and complete the Annual Performance Test during a one-day port call at Pembroke. A full VDR Float Free Unit replacement was recommended, but this option was expensive and would cause significant delays.

Results

By coordinating with the VDR manufacturer and sourcing a battery replacement service kit from Jotron, Anglo-Eastern Tanker Management achieved significant cost savings of approximately 4,100 EUR, with an additional 350 EUR saved in delivery costs. This timely solution ensured that the vessel could depart as scheduled, meeting tight operational deadlines.

Key Product

VDR Battery Replacement Service Kit, Jotron TRON 40VDR Float Free Unit

4,100 EUR
Cost Savings
350 EUR
Delivery Cost Savings
1 Day
Service Time
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Ship Management

Anglo-Eastern is a leading global provider of independent ship management services, with a reputation for excellence and innovation driven by their passion for seafaring and for ships, they are  a pioneers in global ship management.

Tron 40VDR AIS EPIRB _ JotronThe Challenge

MT High SD Yihe faced a critical operational challenge. The vessel required an immediate solution for replacing the VDR battery and completing the Annual Performance Test while docked at the port of Pembroke. The vessel had a very tight one-day window to perform these tasks. The existing service report recommended a full replacement of the VDR Float Free Unit, which was both expensive and time-consuming, potentially causing delays and increased operational costs.

The Solution

Selene Marine with technical expertise stepped in to provide a cost-effective and timely solution. By Coordinating directly with the VDR manufacturer and obtaining a battery replacement service kit from Jotron Tron40S, the team managed to address the issue without the need for a full unit replacement. This not only saved significant costs but also ensured that the solution was implemented within the limited time frame. "We are extremely satisfied with the prompt and cost-effective solution provided by Selene Marine. Their quick action saved us both time and money." said Master, MT High SD Yihe.

The Results

The results were outstanding. Selene marine innovative approach saved the customer approximately 4,100 EUR, with an additional 350 EUR saved in delivery costs. The entire process was completed within one day, ensuring the vessel could depart on schedule without any chartering delays.

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