The contract covers the supply of spares and services to MAN main engines, generators and turbochargers aboard vessels managed by Wallem. The agreement involves over 580 units from MAN Energy onboard vessels managed by the Hong Kong company including tankers, containerships, bulk carriers and vehicle carriers.
Frank Coles, ceo of Wallem Group, said: “Our strategic partnership with MAN Energy Solutions comes as a part of our commitment to provide world-class customer service around the globe and deliver advanced technology-driven solutions. With MAN maintaining vessel engine systems, we can ensure a high level of safety, reliability, and asset utilisation.”
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The contract will be managed by MAN PrimeServ from Hong Kong with a network of over 100 service hubs globally.
Per Rud, senior vice president – MAN PrimeServ said: “Through this agreement, MAN offers a holistic life-cycle approach for Wallem’s fleet that includes knowledge sharing and technical support, fleet-maintenance planning, procurement forecasting and budgeting.”
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