Ship stability study

Our team assesses the vessel's ability to maintain stability and recover balance in the face of external forces, with or without damage, in order to ensure maritime safety and determine the appropriate loading conditions.

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A ship's stability analysis involves assessing its ability to remain stable and return to a position of equilibrium after being heeled by external forces such as wind, waves, or maneuvering. This study is crucial and mandatory for all ships to ensure safety at sea. It assesses stability with or without damage and determines the loading conditions under which the ship can be operated safely.

Your Needs

Our clients (shipowners, shipbuilders) need to ensure that their ships comply with safety standards and are capable of withstanding harsh sea conditions. They seek to avoid risks at sea while optimizing the use of their ships.

Our services

  • Intact stability analysis: Assessment of the ship’s stability based on its hull plans, subdivision, and weight specifications. 

  • Damage stability analysis: Assessment of the ship’s stability following damage. 

  • Documentation update, consultation, and recommendations: Advice on modifications needed to improve a ship’s stability or following modifications to an existing ship.

Our methodology

Our methodology comprises several key stages:

1- Data collection

Analysis of ship plans and operating conditions.

2- Digital modeling

Model the ship in 3D along with its loading conditions.

3- Regulatory calculation

Verification, analysis of results.

4- Final report

Presentation in a report of the findings and recommendations to ensure the stability of the vessel.

Deliverables and achievements

Detailed reports and drawings: Outline plan, capacity plan, intact and damaged stability reports.

Regulatory context, specific certifications, and partnerships

We adhere to International Maritime Organization (IMO) standards and collaborate with certification bodies to ensure the compliance of our studies (BV, DNV, ABS, etc.).

Your benefits

  • Regulatory compliance: Adherence to international maritime safety standards. 

  • Vessel optimization: Improved operational efficiency.

Our strengths

  • Technical expertise: A team of specialists in naval architecture and marine engineering. Expertise in stability software. 

  • Customized approach: Solutions tailored to the specific characteristics of each vessel and the needs of each client.

Software and tools

NAPA, RHINO

Group presence

The Snef Group operates across four continents—the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Oceania—in 30 countries and 80 cities, with a network spanning more than 100 international locations.