Glide Marine Sdn Bhd provides these services because they are essential for maintaining and improving the performance and longevity of vessels in the maritime industry, especially in light of evolving regulations and technological advancements.

1. Up/Down Slip:

• Up/Down Slip services are related to the docking of vessels. A slip is a dry docking facility, often called a dry dock, where ships are taken out of the water for maintenance or repair work.
  • Up Slip refers to the process of lifting or bringing the ship out of the water.
  • Down Slip refers to the process of returning the vessel to the water after maintenance or inspection.
• This service allows for thorough inspection and repairs of the hull, propulsion systems, and other underwater components of the vessel.

2. Retrofit:

• Retrofit services involve upgrading or modifying existing systems on a vessel to improve performance, meet new regulatory standards, or increase efficiency. This could include:
  • Installing newer, more efficient engines.
  • Upgrading onboard systems such as navigation, safety equipment, or energy management.
  • Implementing green technologies to reduce emissions, such as exhaust gas cleaning systems (scrubbers) or ballast water treatment systems.
• Retrofitting allows older vessels to extend their operational life while improving their performance or compliance with environmental regulations.

3. Repowering:

• Repowering refers to replacing or upgrading a vessel’s power system (usually its engines) to improve fuel efficiency, reduce emissions, or increase overall power and speed.
  • This service often involves replacing old or underperforming engines with new, more efficient models.
  • It may also involve switching to alternative fuels (e.g., LNG, hydrogen) to meet stricter environmental regulations.
• Repowering can significantly increase the lifespan of a vessel, lower operational costs, and make it compliant with changing environmental standards.

4. Refit Program:

• A Refit Program involves comprehensive refurbishment and modernization of a vessel. It typically includes major repairs, system upgrades, or aesthetic enhancements to bring the vessel up to current standards or improve its functionality.
  • Refits may include hull repairs, upgrading internal spaces (e.g., crew quarters, cargo holds), modernizing navigation or communication systems, and improving energy efficiency.
  • The goal of a refit is to extend the vessel’s operational life, enhance comfort, improve operational performance, and ensure regulatory compliance.