Hempel launches new hull performance system SHAPE

Based on the ISO 19030 framework, SHAPE combines elements of hull and propeller efficiency optimisation, delivering expert advice and solutions to ship operators.

“Our new Hempel SHAPE system allows us to gather high quality data, provide expert analysis, deliver decisive advice and world class hull coatings irrespective of the type, age, size and the operating patterns of a vessel making ship operators more efficient and competitive,” said Andreas Glud, Group Segment Manager, Marine, Dry Dock, Hempel.

Fuel efficiency

SHAPE acquires data daily and can feedback in real time. KPIs from ISO are completed quarterly.

There are no sensors or hardware included with the package, as Hempel said that they usually already exist or can be upgraded separately case by case.

By utilising SHAPE, in combination with Hempel’s leading hull coatings, Hempel is able to provide documented fuel savings and a programme of continuous improvement.

Users of SHAPE are able to analyse the impact on performance of hull and propeller solutions and dry dockings as well as in service hull and propeller maintenance, allowing for data driven decision making.

SHAPE is based on the new standard in performance monitoring – the ISO 19030 – which describes how to measure changes in ship specific hull and propeller performance and defines a set of relevant performance indicators maintenance and repair activities.

Specifically designed on these principles, SHAPE can monitor the long-term trends via in service performance key performance indicator (KPI) but also short-term trends through the maintenance trigger KPI.