UNDERWATER PROPELLER INSPECTION IN LOME

The propeller is exposed to continuous underwater operation and can be damaged by floating objects, berth contact, fishing equipment or seabed interaction. Our underwater propeller inspection service in Lome provides commercial diving support for vessels calling at Lome Port.

Divers can inspect propeller blades, blade edges, the hub and surrounding stern area for visible abnormalities. The inspection can identify marine growth, corrosion, dents, cracks, deformation or other signs of damage.

An underwater propeller inspection is particularly useful when a vessel experiences unusual vibration, reduced propulsion performance or suspected underwater contact. A direct visual examination can provide valuable information before further technical decisions are made.

Photographs and underwater video can be supplied when required. This documentation can assist shipowners, technical managers, surveyors and repair specialists in evaluating the condition of the propeller.

Where fouling is present, propeller cleaning or polishing can be arranged. If mechanical damage is identified, further underwater repair or dry-docking may be considered depending on the severity and location of the defect.

The inspection can also be combined with rudder and stern hull inspection. Examining these areas together provides a more complete assessment of the vessel's propulsion and steering-related underwater components.

Our diving operations are coordinated with the vessel crew and planned according to the underwater environment and operational conditions at Lome.

For vessels requiring a reliable underwater propeller assessment during a port call, our service provides practical inspection support without automatically requiring dry-docking.