Ship design

The maritime design house

At Vuyk Engineering Rotterdam, we provide customer-specific ship design services, handling everything from concept development to detailed design packages. Our highly experienced team of naval architects and engineers draws on over 40 years of engineering expertise and a rich shipyard history. Employing the latest software and technologies to deliver reliable and efficient solutions tailored to the maritime industry.

Every project begins with the concept design, where we combine technical expertise and successful executed projects to explore a range of design options. Our focus is on meeting the client’s operational requirements and defining the vessel functionalities, ensuring the vessel is fit for purpose. By leveraging our experience and track-record, we help clients define their vision and start bringing the vessel to life. Deliverables in this phase typically include:

  • General Arrangements
  • Preliminary Hull Form definition
  • Initial Weight Estimate
  • Speed & Power Prediction
  • Dynamic positioning analysis
  • Workability studies

Following the concept phase, the Basic Design phase involves further refinement of the design. During this stage, we ensure that all technical and regulatory details are addressed, so the design package can be approved by the classification society and flag state. Key deliverables during this phase include:

  • Updated General Arrangement & Outboard Profile
  • Weight & Centre of Gravity Calculation
  • Speed & Power Calculation
  • Refined Lines Plan
  • Preliminary Loading Conditions & Stability Calculations
  • Tank & Capacities Plan
  • Contract Specifications
  • Midship Section, Typical Fore & Aft Sections
  • Engine Room Arrangement
  • Electrical Load Balance & Principle Single Line Diagram
  • Single line diagrams of the ship systems

The Detail Design phase Foccuses on developing detailed engineering information in preparation of the actual building process of the vessel. Deliverables in this phase typically include:

  • Detailed Technical Documentation on the following topics:
    • General Design
    • Hull Structure (section / block drawings)
    • Outfitting & Equipment
    • Accommodation
    • HVAC & Piping Systems
    • Propulsion & Machinery
    • Electric & Automation
  • Build Specification
  • Site Supervision & Inspection/Technical Support

Our Ship Design Approach

Our approach to ship design is thorough and customer-focused, guiding clients through every phase of the design process, from initial concept to final execution. With in-house expertise in structural analysis, stability, hydrodynamics, mechanical engineering, and vessel arrangements, we ensure that each project is built on a solid foundation of technical knowledge and innovation. Our team’s ability to tailor designs to specific client needs, combined with our commitment to quality and efficiency, makes us a trusted partner for maritime projects.

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