{"id":126081,"date":"2026-03-10T11:58:43","date_gmt":"2026-03-10T11:58:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/?p=126081"},"modified":"2026-03-10T13:58:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T13:58:36","slug":"abl-secures-dnv-approval-for-innovative-dp2-stern-thruster-changeover-concept","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/all-media\/news\/abl-secures-dnv-approval-for-innovative-dp2-stern-thruster-changeover-concept\/","title":{"rendered":"ABL Secures DNV Approval for Innovative DP2 Stern Thruster Changeover Concept"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p id=\"h-\"><strong>ABL has successfully secured DNV approval of a preliminary design concept for an enhanced stern thruster changeover solution on a DP2 vessel.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The approval marks an important milestone in the development of practical, class\u2011aligned DP retrofit solutions, strengthening operational robustness while addressing charterer confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-industry-challenge\">The Industry Challenge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>DP2 vessels configured with two main propellers and a single stern thruster can face operational vulnerabilities during changeover. While the configuration may be class\u2011compliant, conventional auto\u2011changeover philosophies can introduce short\u2011term risks to electrical system reliability during thruster transfer and restart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, formal compliance does not always translate into charterer acceptance, raising commercial and operational concerns around system performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-abl-s-solution\">ABL\u2019s Solution<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/b6bf1d4e-c4d9-427c-9a5c-bfe2a2aebe11-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-126097\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4992961994771767;width:310px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/b6bf1d4e-c4d9-427c-9a5c-bfe2a2aebe11-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/b6bf1d4e-c4d9-427c-9a5c-bfe2a2aebe11-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/b6bf1d4e-c4d9-427c-9a5c-bfe2a2aebe11-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/b6bf1d4e-c4d9-427c-9a5c-bfe2a2aebe11-1200x800.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/b6bf1d4e-c4d9-427c-9a5c-bfe2a2aebe11-390x260.jpeg 390w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/b6bf1d4e-c4d9-427c-9a5c-bfe2a2aebe11.jpeg 1296w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/offices\/cairo\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/offices\/cairo\/\">ABL\u2019s operations in Egypt<\/a> developed a fast\u2011response stern thruster changeover philosophy designed to close the gap between compliance and operational resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Developed under an existing master service agreement (MSA) <a href=\"https:\/\/maridive.com\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/maridive.com\/\">Maridive and Oil Services (MARIDIVE)<\/a>, the concept was designed to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Maintain DP redundancy principles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimise transfer interruption time to the lowest technically achievable level<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prevent fault propagation between redundant groups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhance post\u2011failure position\u2011keeping capability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>&#8220;This DNV approval confirms that advanced engineering solutions can bridge the gap between compliance and operational robustness. As the industry increasingly focuses on DP upgrades and retrofits, structured electrical design concepts like this will play a key role in improving both technical resilience and charterer confidence.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/people\/juan-antonio-vieiros-canal\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/people\/juan-antonio-vieiros-canal\/\">Juan Antonio Vieiros Canal<\/a>, DP Lead, Middle East, North &amp; South Africa and India<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-global-standards-delivered-locally\">Global Standards, Delivered Locally<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The achievement reflects both the technical strength of ABL\u2019s in\u2011country DP and electrical design team in Cairo, and the team\u2019s close collaboration with the client, to deliver long\u2011term value and improved DP asset performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"962\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Tamer-rs-962x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15624 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Tamer-rs-962x1024.jpg 962w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Tamer-rs-282x300.jpg 282w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Tamer-rs-768x817.jpg 768w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Tamer-rs-1444x1536.jpg 1444w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Tamer-rs-1925x2048.jpg 1925w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Tamer-rs.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 962px) 100vw, 962px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>&#8220;Our value lies in delivering cost-effective solutions through timely mobilisation of qualified resources, supported by a deep understanding of regional market dynamics and regulatory requirements. This approach enables efficient stakeholder coordination, improved turnaround times, and consistently high levels of client satisfaction.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/people\/tamer-gamil\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/people\/tamer-gamil\/\">Tamer Gamil<\/a>, Country Manager, ABL Egypt<\/strong> <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The team\u2019s scope of work covered engineering development, simulations, and class engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Widely recognised as the market leader in <a href=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/loss-prevention\/marine-surveys-inspections-and-audits\/vessel-and-marine-assurance\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/loss-prevention\/marine-surveys-inspections-and-audits\/vessel-and-marine-assurance\/\">marine assurance services<\/a> in Egypt, holding approximately 90%+ market share locally, <strong>Juan Antonio Vieiros Ca\u00f1al adds<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote 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