Underwater Services – Faroe Maritime Services delivers certified underwater inspections, underwater hull cleaning, underwater propeller polishing, underwater welding, underwater cutting, and underwater repair operations across all major Faroese ports and anchorage areas. Faroe Maritime Services performs all underwater services according to Bureau Veritas approvals and Faroese environmental regulations.
Faroe Maritime Services supports shipowners, port operators, and offshore clients with reliable, efficient, and compliant underwater services designed to reduce downtime, improve fuel efficiency, and maintain vessel performance.
Underwater Hull Inspection – Faroe Maritime Services
Faroe Maritime Services performs high‑quality underwater hull inspections using advanced video, photo, and CCTV equipment. Our underwater inspection services document the full condition of the submerged hull, appendages, rudder, sea chests, and propulsion systems.
Deliverables:
- Underwater inspection report
- High‑resolution video and photo documentation
- Condition assessment for shipowners and port operators
Underwater Propeller Polishing – Faroe Maritime Services
Our underwater propeller polishing improves vessel efficiency and reduces fuel consumption. Faroe Maritime Services uses water‑pressure‑powered polishing machines to remove fouling and restore propeller smoothness.
Deliverables:
- Before‑and‑after underwater photos
- Polishing performance notes
- Certified underwater polishing report
Underwater Hull Cleaning – Faroe Maritime Services
Faroe Maritime Services performs underwater hull cleaning using a specialized 3×3 brush cart system capable of cleaning up to 300 m² per hour. We use coating‑safe brushes suitable for silicone antifouling paint and various fouling levels.
Benefits:
- Reduced drag
- Improved fuel efficiency
- No damage to hull coating
- Faster underwater cleaning during port stay
Sea Chest Cleaning – Faroe Maritime Services
We clean sea chests and grids when fouling exceeds 40%. Proper underwater sea chest cleaning ensures optimal water flow and prevents operational issues.
High‑Pressure Underwater Flushing – Faroe Maritime Services
Faroe Maritime Services performs underwater high‑pressure flushing according to customer requirements. Safety, quality, and compliance are prioritized in all underwater flushing operations.
Underwater Thickness Measurements – Faroe Maritime Services
We conduct underwater thickness measurements using Cygnus 1 multiple‑echo technology. Faroe Maritime Services provides certified underwater measurement reports for ships, ports, and steel structures.
Deliverables:
- Approved underwater thickness report
- Figures, findings, and photographic documentation
Underwater Welding – Faroe Maritime Services
Faroe Maritime Services performs underwater welding for ship repairs, sheet piling, and structural reinforcement. Our certified underwater welders deliver safe and reliable underwater welding operations in Faroese ports.
Underwater Cutting & Burning – Faroe Maritime Services
We provide precise underwater cutting and underwater burning for structural removal, salvage preparation, and repair operations. Faroe Maritime Services ensures safe and time‑efficient underwater cutting.
Underwater Damage & Accident Surveys – Faroe Maritime Services
Faroe Maritime Services conducts underwater damage surveys after collisions, groundings, or structural failures. Our underwater survey reports include:
- Damage assessment
- Underwater visual documentation
- Repair recommendations
Underwater Salvage Operations – Faroe Maritime Services
We support underwater salvage operations with underwater inspection, underwater cutting, lifting assistance, and structural evaluation.
Operational Advantages for Shipowners
Choosing Faroe Maritime Services for underwater services provides:
- Reduced downtime
- Improved fuel efficiency
- Avoidance of dry‑dock delays
- Bureau Veritas‑approved underwater procedures
- Environmentally compliant underwater operations
Why Choose Faroe Maritime Services for Underwater Services
- Certified underwater operations
- Experienced professional divers
- High‑quality underwater reporting
- Fast response in all Faroese ports
- Strong focus on safety, compliance, and efficiency
Pease contact us, by sending email to fms@fms.fo or by call us. Our 24 hour service number is +298 792001.
Faroe Maritime Services is part of Faroe Maritime Group





