Turku Repair completes Silja conversion

“The success of such projects is ensured by smooth cooperation of all three parties involved – the customer, the supplier and the yards – on every phase of the project. Having reliable partners among suppliers and contractors, we can always offer competitive prices and terms,” said Vesa Marttinen, managing director, Turku Repair Yard.

Cabins and public spaces were refurbished and now chain stores, restaurants and leisure areas have a more modern look.

As well as the refurbishment, the vessel also underwent dock repairs in order to align its mechanisms and devices with DNV class requirements. The scope of works comprised the repair of sea valves and connections, piping, bow thruster, propellers and propeller shafts and re-shimming, repair of metal components in ballast tanks and repair of steering gears.

In Turku Repair Yard’s dry dock, corroded welds were repaired, and underwater hull cleaned and coated with abrasion resistant ice coating. To maximise passenger safety and comfort, ship stabiliser control system was adjusted and rescue equipment and lifeboats were repaired.

“This renovation makes sure that it will keep its place among the pioneers of the Baltic Sea and will certainly enable us to meet the wishes of our customers on the Helsinki-Stockholm route”, added Margus Schults,CEO, Tallink Silja.