Naval Engineering
Naval Engineering
At CNN MCO, we know that a ship is built and operated over the long term. Every technical decision—from design through mid-life modifications—affects its performance and service life.
That is why we provide our clients with a consulting and support service (naval engineering) to guide them in their strategic decisions, starting from the design phase and throughout the ship’s lifecycle.
Incorporate maintenance considerations from the shipbuilding phase onward
Our naval architects, engineers, and technicians support our clients in their technical and operational decisions by incorporating operational, maintenance, and innovation considerations from the very beginning:
- Recommend and specify the material choices best suited to the vessel’s missions.
- Recommend reliability solutions and maintainability starting at the construction stage.
- Support the initial logistics planning to optimize the organization and support of onboard equipment.
- Assess the budgetary cost of maintenance based on design choices.
These recommendations also make it possible to plan for the optimization of naval maintenance costs and to effectively structure ship fleet management.
Our Marine Engineering and Project Management Services
Over the years, the ship’s missions, regulations, and technologies have evolved. To support these changes, CNN MCO offers customized support in engineering and project management:
- Define Your NeedsWe analyze the technical feasibility of your project (weight constraints, stability, power, structure) and assess its impact on the vessel and its systems.
- Carry out the workWe select qualified contractors, manage the procurement process, coordinate the construction site, and monitor the quality of the work performed.
- Design the solutionWe prepare detailed engineering studies (drawings, calculations, specifications), analyze the original construction data, and compile the necessary regulatory documentation.
- Validate and commissionWe conduct tests at the dock and at sea, obtain regulatory approvals, and update all of the vessel’s technical documentation. Our added value: A multidisciplinary team (engineers and former seafarers) that combines technical expertise and operational knowledge, ensuring comprehensive mastery of all aspects of shipbuilding.
These services are provided by our engineering firm and are supported by experts with maritime technical expertise.
CNN MCO is a recognized expert in operational readiness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Naval Engineering
Does CNN MCO have a marine engineering department?
Yes, we have our own in-house marine engineering department composed of engineers, technicians, and naval architects. Their role is to support and advise clients on their projects to build or modernize their fleet.
Our teams draw on their hands-on experience to find appropriate solutions in an agile and responsive manner.
What expertise does CNN MCO have in the field of operational readiness?
CNN MCO draws on a team of more than 60 experts, two-thirds of whom are sailors from the Merchant Marine and the French Navy, who put their operational experience to work for our clients every day.
Our 100 employees have many years of combined experience working alongside the government, major shipowners, equipment manufacturers, and industrial firms, whether in shipyards or engineering offices. With 20 years of experience serving state-owned fleets and shipowners, we offer recognized expertise that guarantees performance, safety, and reliability for every vessel entrusted to us.
Does CNN MCO offer other services?
CNN MCO is recognized in naval MCO (Maintenance in Operational Condition) and in naval maintenance for civilian and military fleets. Beyond our expertise in naval engineering, we support shipowners and maritime operators in fleet management to ensure the operational availability of vessels and the continuity of their missions.
Our teams draw on their maritime technical expertise, their naval consulting, and the capabilities of our marine engineering design office to analyze situations, specify work requirements, and coordinate operations. This approach is based on maritime maintenance engineering, which also helps to optimize naval maintenance costs.
We work directly on the vessel wherever it is located, both in France and internationally, to provide technical assistance, repairs, and modernization of systems. In particular, our teams can provide services during ship dry-docks, hull cleaning, ship retrofits, or even for logistical support including the supply of replacement parts.
Thanks to its positioning as an independent ship maintenance provider, CNN MCO provides shipowners with an objective and operational perspective to improve equipment reliability and maximize time at sea.
High-Performance Vessels with CNN MCO
Do you want to ensure your technical decisions are sound from the very beginning of your ship design, anticipate regulatory changes, or prepare for future fleet upgrades? CNN MCO provides comprehensive, customized support. Contact us to receive guidance from our experts in ship maintenance and operational readiness.High-Performance Vessels with CNN MCO
Do you want to ensure your technical decisions are sound from the very beginning of your ship design, anticipate regulatory changes, or prepare for future fleet upgrades? CNN MCO provides comprehensive, customized support. Contact us to receive guidance from our experts in ship maintenance and operational readiness.