Maintenance And Repair

In the maritime context, 'Maintenance and Repair' refers to the systematic activities, tasks, and procedures carried out to keep a ship or marine equipment in a state of operational efficiency and to prevent failure. This includes routine checks, servicing, cleaning, adjustments, and replacements that are necessary for the optimal performance of the ship and its components. Maintenance and repair also involve the detection, diagnosis, and rectification of faults, which may require the replacement of parts or the overhaul of major components. The goal is to ensure the safety and efficiency of maritime operations, prolong the service life of the ship and its equipment, and comply with regulatory requirements. Maintenance and repair can be categorized into preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and predictive maintenance. Preventive maintenance is carried out at predetermined intervals to reduce the likelihood of failure. Corrective maintenance involves the repair of faults or defects detected during routine checks. Predictive maintenance uses data from monitoring systems to predict potential failures and schedule maintenance accordingly.