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SAAM and Schottel have reached a global agreement to drive continuous improvement, elevate service levels, and strengthen the operational availability of the tugboat fleet of the industry-leading company in America.
One of the main focuses of the joint work will be the exploration of predictive maintenance solutions for azimuth systems, incorporating condition monitoring initiatives that allow identifying the optimal moment to intervene with the equipment.
This approach, already used in industries such as aviation and mining, opens new opportunities to anticipate maintenance needs, manage unplanned contingencies, and develop coverage strategies for critical spare parts, reducing response times and strengthening operational continuity.
"The agreement allows us to move towards a more integrated and collaborative relationship with Schottel, focusing on continuous improvement, the availability of our fleet, and the efficiency of our maintenance processes. It is a significant step to continue strengthening the reliability of our operations and the service we provide to our clients," stated Alentué Pompei, Fleet and Operations Manager at SAAM Towage.
As part of the implementation, Schottel will assign a fleet manager to coordinate the monitoring of units, facilitate the exchange of technical information, and support the construction of an integrated database of the equipment installed in SAAM's fleet.
"We are proud to support SAAM in this strategic alliance, creating long-term value through a more integrated and future-oriented maintenance approach. Leveraging innovation and data, we support the continuous development of SAAM's tugboat fleet equipped with Schottel," said Julio Carrasquilla, General Manager of Schottel de Colombia.
Currently, approximately 37% of the company's azimuth tugboat fleet is equipped with systems from this provider. Furthermore, the recent opening of a Schottel workshop in Cartagena (Colombia) reinforces the capacity for service and technical support in the region.
Source: Portal Portuario
