RMC carried out the five-year dry docking for maintenance of icebreaker Voima which included activities related to the hull survey required for the vessel to obtain regulatory approval for the upcoming years.
Commissioned in 1954, Voima is the oldest vessel in Arctia’s fleet of icebreakers. Voima is a national treasure in Finnish seafaring and RMC has had the honour to maintain this icebreaker.
The most significant work phases during dry docking included inspections and maintenance activities on the underwater parts of the vessel. Work was particularly focused on overboard valves, propeller shafts and the rudder. Maintenance during dry docking covered also the tanks of the vessel and the associated pipe systems.
There were also some surprises during the dry docking of this long-served vessel. Some needs for repairs and maintenance only came up as the work progressed.
“With an old ship, there are inevitably issues requiring extra attention that cannot be foreseen. The true heroes of the work are the skilled Work Supervisors at RMC who resolve difficulties as they arise, quickly and professionally. The complex process was brought to conclusion with great success, summarises Project Manager Martti Jalava from RMC.”
The scope of work was massive, but the project was completed to a high standard. The demanding propulsion maintenance was carried out successfully by RMC’s mechanical assembly team.
High-quality end-result and effortless cooperation
Simo Haaslahti, the Master Mariner of icebreaker Voima, says that the quality of the work has been high and all the listed maintenance tasks were carried out.
Cooperation with RMC’s work supervision and technical inspection teams receives special praise. Daily meetings and open communication kept all parties to the project posted about progress and ensured that the big picture was kept well under control throughout the dry docking period.
“Cooperation has been easy and effortless. The management of all activities has been effective and matters have been reviewed comprehensively in morning meetings. It has been easy to stay abreast of progress and the overall project, Haaslahti explains.”
As a result of the successful dry-docking project, the vessel can continue to operate safely and reliably.
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