Underwater cutting, welding & burning

Underwater welding

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Underwater ship welding

Underwater welding is a critical technique for vessels needing swift and reliable repairs below the waterline. Whether it's addressing hull cracks, damage from impacts, or reinforcing structural elements, underwater welding offers an efficient solution. This process involves skilled divers who use specialized equipment to weld metal joints, apply protective coatings, and restore structural integrity without the need for dry-docking. The technique combines the expertise of welding with the challenging conditions of an aquatic environment, requiring precision and a thorough understanding of metallurgy and welding techniques.

To learn more about how we can support you in diving services, contact us at diving@albwardydamen.com.

Advanced underwater welding solutions

Albwardy Damen provides advanced underwater welding services to tackle a variety of hull issues, from minor cracks to major structural repairs. Our certified divers, equipped with state-of-the-art welding gear, perform tasks such as crack repairs, hull reinforcements, and anode installations, underwater burning, and underwater cutting directly underwater. The process involves the use of high-quality, waterproof electrodes and specialized equipment to ensure optimal weld integrity and longevity. We employ techniques like wet welding, which uses a high-powered electric arc in a controlled environment to fuse metal parts together efficiently. Each weld is inspected to meet the highest quality standards, ensuring durability and compliance with international classification society requirements. This allows vessels to return to operation quickly, minimizing downtime and maximizing operational safety.

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Albwardy Damen highlights

  • 2000 people ready 24/7

    We have a dedicated team of 2000 people in three UAE locations — Dubai, Sharjah and Fujairah, who are ready to support our customers 24/7.

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  • Safety is our highest priority

    We are committed to continuously maintaining a safe and healthy workplace in all our operations. We recognise that we work in a dynamic industry involving potentially hazardous equipment and operations.

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  • One-stop-shop

    We have a large team of in-house specialists who can pick up the requests of any level of complexity. We are engineering, building and repairing steel or aluminum vessels. Our mechanical and electrical departments are all in-house. We have a large experience in retrofitting and conversions.

  • All major trades in-house

    We have all major trades in-house, mainly carried out by our own staff. We offer 3D scanning, retrofitting, propeller repairs, thruster repairs, GRE piping, hydraulic and electric repairs. We have a multi-disciplinary Engineering and Production support team in-house.

  • Quality & Safety at the right price

    We are committed to continuously maintaining a safe and healthy workplace in all our operations. With all key competences in-house we deliver to the highest technical, environmental standards at the right price.