Professional underwater services for vessel hull inspection, maintenance, and repair. Certified commercial divers, advanced ROV operations, and comprehensive UWILD surveys across all Turkish ports and shipyards.
Seaway Ship Services provides comprehensive underwater inspection, maintenance, and repair services throughout Turkiye's maritime zones. Our team of certified commercial divers and ROV operators deliver critical below-waterline services that minimize vessel downtime and reduce drydocking costs. From routine hull inspections to emergency underwater repairs, we maintain the highest safety standards while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
Comprehensive underwater hull inspections in lieu of drydocking, approved by major classification societies.
Emergency and planned underwater repairs minimizing the need for drydocking and reducing vessel off-hire time.
In-water propeller maintenance and repair services ensuring optimal vessel performance and fuel efficiency.
Advanced remotely operated vehicle services for deep inspections and challenging underwater environments.
Professional hull cleaning and marine growth removal enhancing vessel performance and fuel economy.
Rapid response underwater services for urgent repairs and critical situations requiring immediate attention.
Cathodic protection maintenance through professional anode inspection, replacement, and installation services.
Professional underwater photography and videography for documentation, insurance claims, and condition surveys.
Professional surface-supplied diving systems with redundant air supply and communication systems for depths up to 60m.
Advanced work-class and observation ROVs equipped with HD cameras, sonar, and manipulation capabilities.
Hydraulic and pneumatic underwater power tools, cutting equipment, and specialized welding systems.
Ultrasonic thickness gauges, cameras, lighting systems, and NDT equipment for comprehensive surveys.
Dive computers, decompression chambers, emergency oxygen, medical support, and full safety backup systems.
Dedicated dive support vessels with lifting equipment, compressors, and full operational facilities.
Coordination with vessel operators, classification societies, and port authorities. Review of vessel drawings, previous survey reports, and specific requirements. Mobilization of certified divers and equipment to inspection location.
Comprehensive dive safety briefing with vessel crew. Equipment testing and calibration. Establishment of communication protocols and emergency procedures. Verification of water conditions and dive plan approval.
Systematic hull inspection following class society requirements. Video documentation of all critical areas. Ultrasonic thickness measurements of hull plating. Photography of anodes, sea chests, propeller, rudder, and coating condition.
Review of inspection footage and measurements. Preparation of detailed survey report with findings and recommendations. Coordination with class surveyor for report approval. Digital delivery of complete documentation package.
Submission of inspection report to classification society. Attendance during class surveyor review. Resolution of any findings or observations. Issuance of UWILD approval and certificate extension.
Internationally certified commercial divers with extensive maritime experience and safety training.
24/7 emergency response capability with teams ready to deploy to any Turkish port within hours.
Approved by all major classification societies for UWILD surveys and underwater repairs.
Strict adherence to international diving safety standards with comprehensive risk management.
Reduce drydocking frequency and vessel off-hire time with in-water maintenance solutions.
Live video feeds and instant communication during underwater operations for complete transparency.
Service available at all Turkish ports, shipyards, and maritime facilities from Black Sea to Mediterranean.
Comprehensive inspection reports with HD video, photographs, measurements, and recommendations.
UWILD (Underwater Inspection in Lieu of Drydocking) is a class-approved underwater hull inspection that can extend the period between mandatory drydockings. It allows vessels to postpone drydocking by up to 15 months (depending on class society rules) while maintaining certification compliance.
A complete UWILD survey typically takes 6-12 hours depending on vessel size and hull condition. This includes dive preparation, inspection, video documentation, thickness measurements, and initial report compilation. The vessel can usually resume operations within 24 hours.
Yes, we can perform many underwater repairs at anchorage or alongside berth. However, certain repairs requiring hot work or extensive structural work may require sheltered conditions. Emergency repairs can be conducted at sea when necessary, with proper safety protocols in place.
Our commercial divers are certified to work at depths up to 60 meters using surface-supplied diving systems. For deeper inspections or surveys beyond diving limits, we deploy ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle) systems capable of operating at greater depths.
Our emergency response team operates 24/7/365 and can mobilize within 2-4 hours for locations around Istanbul and major ports. For other Turkish ports, mobilization typically takes 4-12 hours depending on location and equipment requirements.
We are approved by all major classification societies including DNV, Lloyd's Register, ABS, ClassNK, BV, RINA, and others. Our inspection procedures and reporting formats comply with each society's specific requirements for UWILD surveys.
Yes, we provide comprehensive propeller maintenance including polishing, smoothing, minor blade repairs, and performance optimization. In-water propeller polishing can improve fuel efficiency by 3-8% depending on initial condition and is significantly more cost-effective than drydocking.
We provide a comprehensive inspection report including HD video footage, high-resolution photographs, ultrasonic thickness measurement data, detailed findings, and recommendations. Reports are delivered in both digital format and hard copy, formatted to class society requirements.