Overview

The James Fisher Maritime transport team, part of James Fisher & Sons PLC were asked by Forth Logistics Marine Services at Port Edgar, Edinburgh to support them on finding a long-term marine fendering solution and a robust alternative to traditional rubber fenders for two workboats, Wave Dance and Wave Spirit, to enhance vessel durability and reduce maintenance costs

The Challenge

The challenge was finding a fendering solution for Fourth Solutions that could withstand regular exposure to harsh marine environments and rigorous conditions. With regular fender damage, frequent repairs, with replacements every three months Forth Logistics needed a durable marine fendering solution that would reduce maintenance costs and improve vessel uptime while providing reliable protection for their fleet.

Solution

Fendercare marine part of James Fisher maritime transport, delivered an innovative Poly-Marine vessel fendering system. Poly Marine fenders use advanced polymer technology to offer a durable alternative to rubber. Their high abrasion resistance and impact protection makes them an ideal solution for vessels operating in extreme conditions. Key benefits include ultra-strong lightweight material, high resistance to UV and chemicals, low coefficient of friction for smoother vessel operation, longer lifespan compared to conventional rubber fenders and customisable to fit unique vessel requirements, and simple installation process required no special tools.

Our Impact

A solution that reduces maintenance and downtime costs, the robust design that helps keep the repair and replacements to a minimum, meaning an improved operational efficiency for Fourth Solutions on both vessels.