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Feasibility Study
Independent technical verification of alternative-fuel, retrofit and complex piping projects, before a single euro is committed to design
Intro
When a project deal with alternative fuels such as methanol or ammonia, heat recovery steam generator (HRSG), or large-footprint equipment, open technical questions at concept stage may become expensive mistakes at execution stage.
Our Feasibility Study converts space constraints, routing options, ship-operating conditions, applicable class rules and CAPEX into one verified technical report – with a clear, stated conclusion:
- Feasible
- Feasible with constraints
- Or not feasible
When This Service Comes Into Play
The study applies in two situations: in early project phases, prior to concept design and well before basic engineering, when process parameters, equipment selection and system architecture remain open to fundamental revision; and on constrained projects, new builds or retrofits with severe spatial or operational constraints, where multiple components require in-depth assessment to verify the feasibility of the new system integration.
Typical Requests
- Newbuilding shipyard, R&D department: validate the spaces, the rule compliance and the layout of a project involving novel technology (fuel cell, low flash point fuel systems) before the project is signed off.
- Shipowner, retrofit: 20- to 30-year-old machine to be replaced, often to comply with new rules and/or reduce FuelEU carbon tax costs.
- Engineering company or EPC: a wide-scope study on new technology; the client needs depth on marine systems that their own team doesn’t have.
What the Study Resolves
The study defines the marine system concept, converts open technical questions into documented and verified assumptions, and establishes a reliable technical baseline the next engineering phase can build on without rework — all before any design or financial commitment is made.
What We Do
We identify critical pipe routing paths and potential conflicts early in the project, assess spatial and structural constraints on the actual vessel or plant, evaluate the ship operative profile and its impact on system design, identify and apply the relevant codes and standards, and complete a financial assessment, CAPEX and EU ETS / carbon-tax exposure.
Methodology
- Document Analysis — Analyze all documentation received from the client.
- Technical & Spatial Constraints — Analyze all technical and spatial constraints on site or onboard.
- BFD, PFD & P&ID Development — Develop the Block Flow Diagram, Process Flow Diagram and P&ID.
- Power Assessment — Assess power requirements for pumps and other machinery.
- Financial Assessment — Complete the financial assessment — CAPEX, EU ETS / carbon tax, ROI.
What We Deliver
- Full Technical Record — Assumptions, limitations, calculations and drawings — clearly stated and fully documented, so the reasoning behind the conclusion is transparent.
- Issue Resolution — A proposed resolution for every possible and probable issue identified during the study.
And a stated official result: Feasible, Feasible with Constraints, or Not Feasible giving decision-makers the confidence to move forward or redirect.
Guarantees
- Deliverables with a clear result and the standards applied stated explicitly.
- Data structured for straightforward investment decision-making.
- A solid technical partner at your side not just a subcontractor.
Timing & Standards
Expected project time: 2–3 months. We consider the project complete when all variables and technical assessments have been determined.
Assessed against the most relevant, worldwide-recognized class rules: LR, ABS, RINA, DNV-GL, IGF CODE and IMO- Circ.MSC.1/Circ.1621
FAQ
Q: What is a marine piping feasibility study?
A: An independent technical assessment that verifies whether a proposed marine system, an alternative fuel installation, a retrofit, or new large-footprint equipment, can be integrated into a given vessel or plant, before design or budget is committed
Q: How long does a feasibility study take?
A: Typically 2–3 months, depending on system complexity and the completeness of the documentation provided at the start.
Q: What conclusion does the final report give?
A: One of three stated results: Feasible (the project can proceed as planned), Feasible with Constraints (viable, but specific conditions must be met), or Not Feasible (technical or financial barriers prevent execution).
Q: Which class rules and standards are considered?
A: LR, ABS, RINA and DNV-GL, together with IGF CODE and IMO- Circ.MSC.1/Circ.1621 and other applicable codes depending on the system and jurisdiction
Project-Based
Send us your project brief and we will confirm, within one call, whether a feasibility study is the right next step and what it would cover.
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