Fortuna International LTD

What most people see as just another cargo ship is actually a highly controlled environment where every surface has to meet strict inspection standards before the next cargo can be loaded. After carrying coal, a bulker cannot simply be rinsed and sent for grain loading. Even small traces of cargo residue, dust, or contaminated water can lead to failed inspections, cargo contamination, and costly delays. For this project, our team was tasked with preparing 5 cargo holds to grain standard. The operation started immediately after the vessel dropped anchor in Sweden. First, the crew manually removed the remaining coal residues, followed by a full hold washing process using HPM 350–400 bar ultra high-pressure washing systems. One of the biggest challenges was not only cleaning the steel surfaces, but also controlling water consumption throughout the operation. After washing, all contaminated water is collected into dedicated slop tanks onboard, and disposal costs in port can be very high depending on the volume and local regulations. #sloptanks #cargo #Ship

We took a surface in rough working condition and brought it back to a clean, ready standard. It starts with dry cleaning — clearing out everything that doesn’t belong there. Then chemicals step in, breaking down what can’t be removed manually and exposing the real surface underneath. After that — high-pressure washing. Water and force do their job, and everything that held on starts to come off. Once the surface is properly prepared, painting comes in. Not for looks, but to protect and secure the result. The final step is inspection — making sure every detail meets the required standard. What we end up with is a surface fully prepared for the next cargo. #Cargo #SeamanLife #BulkCarrier

After cargo discharge, our team boarded the vessel and started with a full inspection of all cargo holds. The initial condition required a complete cleaning cycle, so the work was structured in stages and across multiple zones to save time and keep the process consistent. First, dry cleaning was carried out to remove bulk residues and prepare surfaces for further treatment.Next, cleaning agents were applied to break down remaining contamination, especially in hard-to-reach areas and structural elements. After proper exposure time, high-pressure washing was performed to remove all loosened deposits and operational marks.Each stage was monitored and adjusted depending on the condition of the surfaces, ensuring the process remained efficient throughout. Final inspection confirmed that all holds met the required standard and were ready for the next cargo. Fortuna. Clean holds. Confident voyages.

Cleaned the hold. Caught the beat. 🎬 👉 https://lnkd.in/gTwBvr_Q

Fortuna provides professional cargo hold cleaning and preparation services for various types of cargo. We received a new case with tight deadlines and challenging contamination after cement cargo. The condition of the holds required a combination of manual removal, chemical treatment, and high-pressure washing. The work was carried out under time pressure and operational limitations, with a focus on meeting the required standard for the next cargo. In this video, you can see the actual condition of the holds, the cleaning process, and the stages of work. If you need reliable cargo hold cleaning completed on time 👉 fortuna-international.com #FortunaInternationalLTD #HoldCleaning #HoldPreparation

Cargo discharge completed, and the team immediately moved to inspection and preparation. Dry cleaning cleared the remaining cargo traces and readied the surfaces for full cleaning. Work was organized in parallel to keep the process moving quickly. Despite visible operational marks, the team maintained a steady and efficient workflow. Targeted chemical treatment helped break down stubborn deposits. Special attention was given to bulkheads and difficult areas where contamination accumulates most. High-pressure washing followed, removing loosened residues and final traces of cargo. The hold gradually reached the required cleanliness level. After final checks, the space was confirmed ready for loading. Fortuna. Clean holds. Confident voyages.