Damen has completed an extensive maintenance program on the Royal Navy of Oman’s Sail Training Vessel Shabab Oman II. The work provides the Tall Ship with upgrades and prepares her for her duties in the coming decade.
Sending a team from its UAE-based service hub to Oman, Damen executed a full refit of technical spares, renewal of standing rigging and three generators, overhaul and maintenance of all critical systems on board on the Shabab Oman II. This included work to the vessel’s propulsion line, bilge, firefighting equipment, cooling water and power generation systems. The project execution was assisted by Damen Services’ familiarity with the vessel, having previously provided parts and services to the Shabab Oman II.
Long-term relationship
The Ministry of Defence of Oman selected Damen to perform the work scope based on the excellent relationship that exists between the Ministry and the Royal Navy of Oman and Damen.
Previously, Damen has provided the Shabab Oman II with its initial spare parts package, warranty support, woodwork maintenance, rigging maintenance, and the replacement of a chilled water unit.
Iconic tall ship
Luca Lietaert, Service Hub Manager of Damen Services Middle East, said, “We were delighted to welcome the Shabab Oman II back to Damen and very grateful to the Ministry of Defence of Oman for their continued trust. This graceful and iconic vessel performs a crucial role, facilitating training and education that helps people to get the best from themselves and their careers. We are proud to be able to support this important work.”