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  • Burckhardt Compression delivers critical onboard support to restore compressor performance at sea

    Burckhardt Compression has once again demonstrated its commitment to operational excellence and swift global service by restoring full compressor functionality aboard a Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC) during voyage.
    During a scheduled port call in Houston, TX, a leading LPG shipping company detected metal particles in the crankcase of one of its marine compressors. With disassembly prohibited dur

  • Engineering Insights: Increase Component Lifetime with Proactive Management of Spare Parts in LNG Tankers

    This press release discusses the importance of proactive spare parts management in LNG tankers to increase component lifetime. It specifically focuses on the replacement procedures and challenges associated with high-pressure packings in LNG marine operations. The need for early wear detection and expert intervention is highlighted, as well as the risks of delayed or inadequate maintenance.