Volume 1, Issue 2 N-KOM CONNECTS

Volume 1, Issue 2

Third MEWIS Duct installation in N-KOM

N-KOM CONNECTS

On 18 June 2013, Cap Felix be-

came the first vessel from Greek

company Euronav to dock at N-

KOM.

The ABS-class Suezmax tanker was

in for general drydocking repairs

such as renewal of steel plates,

overhauling of cargo pumps, moor-

ing winch repairs, renewal of rudder

carrier bearings, atmospheric con-

denser re-tubing, overhauling of

main engine turbochargers and

units, propeller treatment and

switchboards inspection.

A key element of the repair was the

installation of a MEWIS duct on the

vessel, making it the third such in-

stallation carried out by N-KOM to

date.

The MEWIS duct installation is in-

creasingly becoming popular with

ship owners due to the better

course stability it offers aside from

the lower fuel consumption and

reduced vibration in vessels, result-

ing in big savings for our clients.

N-KOM is also exploring and devel-

oping other green shipping solutions

such as the main engine gas injec-

tion (ME-GI), Ballast Water Treat-

ment System (BWTS), Scrubber

technology and LNG bunkering solu-

Produced By: N-KOM Marketing Department

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tions to enhance our value offering to

clients and do our part for the environ-

ment.

From the Superintendent’s desk (Euronav) all compelling reasons for us to try out

N-KOM’s services.

In your opinion, what differentiates

N-KOM from other yards you have been

in?

Though faced with some challenges be-

ing a new player in the industry, N-KOM

is able to carry out the job at hand well

and deliver on time. What impressed us

was the level of motivation and commit-

ment from all personnel to providing

How has your experience at N-KOM been

so far?

I am very satisfied with the overall per-

formance so far. The yard’s safety stand-

ard is excellent!

What made you decide to carry out the

repairs in Qatar?

The references received from other com-

panies that have previously docked at N-

KOM, recommendation from N-KOM’s

Agent and tender competitiveness were

Mr Theodoros Oikonomopoulos Technical Superintendent

Euronav Shipmanagement Hellas

Volume 1, Issue 2 MARINE

quality services.

Would you come back again to N-KOM for

subsequent repair jobs?

We will definitely consider N-KOM as a de-

sirable candidate for our vessels due for

drydocking or requiring repair services in

the Arabian Gulf in the future.


First Ballast Water Treatment System retrofit completed

N-KOM has undertaken its first Ballast Water Treatment Sys-

tem (BWTS) retrofit for RasGas chartered LNG carrier Al

Utouriya. Operated by NYK LNG Shipmanagement, the Q-Flex

vessel was installed with Ocean Saver’s 3000m3 /h capacity

Mark II system (DNV-approved) during its drydocking period

at the shipyard.

Fabrication and installation of all steel supports, major com-

ponents and pipework were carried out concurrently with oth-

er general repairs by the N-KOM project team.

Highlights of the retrofit:

Installation of C2E disinfectant unit and steam heaters

Installation of main filter units and pumps on filter plat-

form

Installation of C2E filters units and C2E pumps on the

C2E platform

Installation of hydraulic power pack unit on sub-platform

Complete modification on ballast piping

Sealing our position as a centre

of excellence for gas carrier re-

pairs, N-KOM has completed 18

such repairs this year, with 7

drydocking and repairs carried

out in the past month alone.

On the recent STASCO LNG carri-

er Bu Samra, repairs com-

menced prior to the vessel’s arri-

val at the shipyard. Our cryogenic

team was mobilized onboard the

vessel at Fujairah anchorage,

during which they removed com-

pander pipes and other equip-

ment to be overhauled whilst en

route to N-KOM for the refit. This

not only shortened the repair

period at the shipyard but was

also a major cost saving option

for STASCo.

Another success for N-KOM’s ‘flying squad’


Volume 1, Issue 2 ONSHORE

Mud tanks fabricated for Saudi and Iraqi clients

N-KOM has completed and delivered 5 mud

tank units (1,200T) fabricated for our partner

DrillMec S.p.A (Italy) for their end clients SAI-

PEM (Saudi) and Iraq Drilling Company.

With our API certification (Spec Q1,2B,4F, ISO/

TS 29001 and ISO 9001) and extensive fabri-

cation sites, N-KOM has undertaken various

fabrication projects for key players in the oil

and gas industry.

Volume 1, Issue 2 OFFSHORE

Leg extension for GOL Offshore’s Rig V351

Previously constructed at Bharati

Shipyard, the LeTourneau 116E-

designed jack up rig V351 is cur-

rently undergoing leg erection ,

system commissioning and drill-

ing equipment installation at N-

KOM.

A total of 1,800T of fabrication

work; 70m on each of the 3 legs

is being carried out in stages.

The client for this project is GOL

Offshore .

Volume 1, Issue 2 SAFETY, HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT

N-KOM GREEN Thrust 2020 As part of our corporate social responsibility programme,

Green Thrust 2020 is an initiative aimed at environmental

protection and preservation.

The first activity organized by the Green Thrust Committee

was a beach clean-up earlier this year. Subsequently, var-

ious other campaigns and activities have been carried out

targeted at reducing food wastage and energy conserva-

tion.

The winner of the logo designing competition held by the

committee, Najeeb Chullian Ahamedkutty, was awarded

with a cash prize and certificate by our CEO at the recently

concluded Management Rally.

Winner of logo designing competition receiving his prize from

Yard Manager (Offshore) Allen Felix.


Winners of ‘Lose to Win’ Challenge

Organized by the N-KOM Health Committee in collaboration with Qatar Petroleum Medical Services, 74 personnel qualified

out of the 150 whom registered, to participate in the ‘Lose to Win’ Challenge 2013. Held over a period of 5months, various

health talks were organized for the participants aside from a monthly weigh-in and regular check-ups by the Medical Team.

The Challenge saw a total of 120kg weight loss by 11 winners. Ms Niluka Thalagraarchchi won the challenge in the female

category while Mr Rubel Hassain clinched the first spot in the Male Category.

74 participants qualified for the challenge in January 2013


WINNER– FEMALE CATEGORY

Various health talks conducted by doctors and health experts

WINNER—MALE CATEGORY

First official weigh-in at the start of the challenge

Volume 1, Issue 2 TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

We at N-KOM nurture and develop our

young talents by actively identifying high

potential employees and prepare them for

future leadership roles.

Three engineers representing different op-

eration trades were chosen from N-KOM to

embark on a Diploma in Marine and Off-

shore Technology, conducted by Ngee Ann

Polytechnic (Singapore). They joined 21

others from the global Keppel Offshore &

Marine (KOM) network on this programme,

which had been specially tailored to en-

hance their technical knowledge and famil-

iarize them with best work practices and

the working culture at KOM’s HQ.

The intensive programme covered aspects

of naval architecture, marine and offshore

design, oil and gas production and offshore

engineering. In addition to comprehensive

technical knowledge, the participants were

exposed to operations at Keppel Shipyard

through on-the-job training and attended

(cont’d)

Diploma course for N-KOM’s budding leaders

“The course has given me in-depth understand-

ing of offshore and sub-sea equipments on

offshore rigs, which is relevant to my nature of

work. Learning this on top of marine engineer-

ing and naval architecture has not only given

me a better grasp of projects and equipment

dealt with in the offshore and onshore sector,

but also an edge over my peers in the same

field. The programme has honed my leadership

and teamwork skills, which will enable me to

become a better team player and an effectively

guide my team to take N-KOM to the next level

of excellence.”

Sumit Paul Gershom

Project Engineer (Offshore)

Volume 1, Issue 2 TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

“The course gave me in-depth understanding be-

yond the basic procedures and methodologies

employed in conversion and new build projects.

Apart from classroom sessions, practical on-the-

ground training at Keppel Shipyard taught me that

active engagement with sub-contractors allowed for

increased efficiency and productivity. I am very

encouraged by the support received from N-KOM

and am even more motivated and committed to my

job (steel work) and aspire to become a leader in

this section in the near future.”

“A deeper understanding of the theoretics behind

the business has definitely given me an upper-hand

when dealing with vessel superintendents. The pro-

gramme has taught me that safety and productivity

can be enhanced through closer supervision and

regular workforce engagement. It was also a great

opportunity to share and learn best practices and

standards from across Keppel’s global business

units. With these newly acquired skills and

knowledge, I look forward to continue my challeng-

ing and fulfilling career at N-KOM and move on to

project management in the near future.”

structured trainings on risk manage-

ment, safety and quality systems.

Despite their hectic schedules, the par-

ticipants made the most of their free

time and managed to explore the city

with their new found friends and formed

lasting bonds with other leaders from

around the world.

“I would like to congratulate the three

of them on the successful completion of

the course and am confident that the

invaluable skills acquired through this

experience would enable them to be

better leaders in the future,” said Mr

Abu Bakar, CEO of N-KOM.

Mohd Abdelmonem

Machinery Engineer

M. Islam Faridul

Hull Engineer

Volume 1, Issue 2 EVENTS

CEO Rally 2013 A quarterly affair, the recently concluded management rally saw our CEO deliver

a motivational speech, encouraging the N-KOM family to keep up the good per-

formance and to be prepared for future challenges ahead. The empowering

speech delivered focused on teamwork and competency as he highlighted the

importance of demonstrating pride, passion and professionalism in our daily

work.

Other members of the senior management reviewed the organization’s past

performance and shared development plans with the workforce.

Quality Star Awardees with N-KOM’s Senior Management

N-KOM’s CEO engaging the audience

400-strong audience attended the recent rally session

Certificates given out to Barzan Offshore Project Team

Volume 1, Issue 2 EVENTS

Summer fun with clients Our business centre organized a friendly soccer and cricket

match between our project team and client MOL LNG

Transport. MOL’s team members comprised of crew from

LNGC Fraiha while N-KOM was represented by personnel

working on the vessel’s drydocking and repair. The cricket

match was won by MOL while N-KOM took first place in the

soccer match held.

Interview with Oxford Business Group Editorial Manager Gregory Kramer and Transportation Analyst Matthew Ghazarian from

Oxford Business Group had an interview with N-KOM’s CEO on 2 July 2013. The interview

will be featured in their upcoming publication, The Report: Qatar 2014. Oxford Business

Group is the official research and publishing partner of Qatar’s Ministry of Business &

Trade and they publish an annual macroeconomic report on the State in conjunction with

the Ministry.

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