3 D Modelling tools have been in existence since long time and have been used extensively in new construction projects. However, in recent years, use of these modelling tools have been extended from construction projects to repair and retrofit projects as well. We have used 3 D modelling tools in many prominent repair and retrofit projects.

Sole purpose of owning and operating a vessel is to generate revenue through carriage of cargo. Therefore, primary concern for any ship operator or ship owner is to safeguard their vessel’s cargo from the elements of nature.

Marine companies allot huge capital expenditure towards acquisition of the assets to allow companies to generate long term inflow of revenue. The allocation of funds towards capital expenditure are very vital decisions which are taken with long term strategic goals in sight and with detailed planning. But the best of plans may get thrown off track dictated by unpredictable business environment and new business opportunities.

EEXI (Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index) was adopted by IMO as a technical measure to reduce GHG emissions. EEXI requires all ships of 400GT and above to have an attained EEXI number calculated. This attained EEXI number should be less than or equal to the required EEXI number which varies according to ship types and their size category. EEXI takes into consideration all the design parameters of the ship relevant to with its GHG emission capabilities, its purpose and its size. It does not consider the operational parameters of the ship.