Steel Works at Van Phong Anchorage – Deck Plate & Fire Main Replacement by VietNam Shiprepair
Is your 7-hold ABS-classed cargo vessel in need of urgent Steel Works at Van Phong Anchorage? VietNam Shiprepair specializes in professional Steel Works and Marine Services, delivering the complete replacement of a damaged deck plate section and the entire on-deck fire-fighting pipeline under full ABS surveyor supervision. We recently completed this hotwork project on a 7-hold vessel at Van Phong Anchorage, Vietnam, ensuring all ABS requirements — including the approved repair plan, welding procedures, certified welders, and material certificates — were strictly followed with zero impact on the vessel’s schedule.
All repairs comply with IACS and IMO standards—learn more at IACS Standards. Our Marine Services are available at Van Phong Anchorage and across Vietnam, including Ho Chi Minh Port and Anchorage, Hai Phong Port, and Phu My Port – Vung Tau Anchorage, with full capability to support vessels at any port or anchorage nationwide.
Damaged deck plate and fire main system on a 7-hold vessel at Van Phong Anchorage before Steel Works.
Importance of Steel Works for Deck Integrity and Fire Safety
Deck plate strength and the fire main system are essential for structural safety and emergency response on cargo vessels. On a 7-hold ship, localized corrosion or deformation of the deck plate can affect hatch coaming integrity and safe cargo operations, while a compromised fire-fighting pipeline poses a direct risk to onboard safety. VietNam Shiprepair’s expert Steel Works restore both the structural reliability of the deck and the full functionality of the fire main, fully meeting ABS class requirements.
Professional Steel Works Process under ABS Supervision
VietNam Shiprepair executed the following controlled process for the deck plate and complete fire main replacement at Van Phong Anchorage:
- Erected safe staging and implemented comprehensive hotwork safety measures, including fire watch, gas-free certification, and fire protection systems.
- Conducted joint inspection with the ABS surveyor to determine the exact scope of steel renewal and fire main replacement.
- Submitted and obtained ABS approval for the repair plan, Welding Procedure Specification (WPS), welder qualifications, and material certificates.
- Cut out the damaged deck plate section and removed the entire on-deck fire main pipeline.
- Installed new ABS-approved steel plate and certified fire main pipes.
- Performed welding by ABS-certified welders using approved procedures.
- Carried out Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), including Ultrasonic Testing (UT) and Penetrant Testing (PT), on all welds.
- Conducted pressure testing of the renewed fire main system under ABS witness.
- Applied anti-corrosion coating and completed final visual and dimensional inspection.
- Obtained final ABS surveyor endorsement for the completed Steel Works.
This systematic approach ensured full class compliance while maintaining strict control over hotwork risks and quality.
Team performing Steel Works – welding new deck plate and fire main under ABS supervision at Van Phong Anchorage.
Minimizing Downtime with Efficient Marine Services
Urgent Steel Works must be completed efficiently to avoid schedule delays or off-hire. VietNam Shiprepair’s Marine Services focus on rapid mobilization, precise planning, and controlled execution so that critical repairs such as deck plate and fire main renewal are finished within the shortest possible window while fully satisfying ABS requirements.
VietNam Shiprepair’s Nationwide Marine Services Network
In addition to specialized Steel Works, VietNam Shiprepair provides comprehensive Marine Services across Vietnam, including:
- Underwater cleaning
- In-water survey
- Underwater Repairing
- Motor Re-winding
- Machinery/Recondition Engine Component
- Turbocharger Overhauling
- Main Engine Overhauling & Repairing
- Hull Repairing (Steel Works and Piping replacing)
- Engine services
- VDR services
- Wood Chips Vessel: Feeder Conveyor Belt Bonding Services ( Hot bonding method & Cold bonding Method)
We support vessels at Van Phong Anchorage, Ho Chi Minh Port and Anchorage, Hai Phong Port, Phu My Port – Vung Tau Anchorage, and all other ports and anchorages throughout Vietnam.
Completed Steel Works – renewed deck plate and fire main ready for operation at Van Phong Anchorage.
Benefits of Choosing VietNam Shiprepair for Steel Works
Selecting VietNam Shiprepair for Steel Works and Marine Services delivers speed, full ABS compliance, and operational confidence. We manage the entire process — from repair plan approval and material certification to welding, NDT, pressure testing, and final survey — under continuous class supervision. With extensive experience on ABS-classed vessels and a proven record of quality workmanship, we minimize risk and keep your ship operational.
VietNam Shiprepair’s Commitment to Excellence
Every Steel Works project is executed with rigorous planning, ABS-approved materials and procedures, and strict safety protocols. We ensure that both structural repairs and system renewals meet or exceed class requirements. Choose VietNam Shiprepair for reliable, professional Marine Services.
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