How to Repair a Motor Ship in 14 Hours

We were part of an incredible story, and here’s how it unfolded.

The Players

A motor carrier, whose schedule is as precise as clockwork. Their operations are much like electric trains—departing and arriving on time.

A regular customer whose vessel operates on the Japan-Vladivostok route.

Ship Repair Shop ‘Vlpacific’, rushing in to the rescue!

What Happened?

Two cylinders on the main engine of a 6UEC37LA model failed simultaneously.

The customer reached out, explained the situation, and asked if we could handle the repair.

It was a complex challenge: travel to the site, limited repair time, and an unclear cause behind the cylinder failure.

How Did It End?

• We dispatched a team of specialists and necessary equipment to the site.
• After investigation, we identified the root cause of the malfunction: rapid wear of the piston rings.
• The diesel engine was disassembled, a defect analysis was carried out on the parts, and the piston rings were replaced. The engine was then reassembled and its performance was thoroughly tested.
• Despite the complexity, the repair was completed in record time, with no breaks for rest. Our team completed the entire repair in 14 hours—typically, such repairs would take 36 hours.

How Was It Solved?

The repair was finished by 3 a.m. Thanks to our quick response and the professionalism of our team, the motor vessel resumed its voyage without any delays.

Both the shipowner and the charterer were highly satisfied with the work, and the vessel is now back on schedule—something that holds great significance in the maritime industry.