Hull cleaning removes marine growth from a ship's underwater hull so the vessel burns less fuel on the next passage. V. Faytaren Shipping Agency arranges full hull cleaning, propeller polishing and underwater inspections at Batangas and other Philippine ports, with a photo report before and after every job.
See the work: Full hull cleaning and propeller polishing and Underwater inspection of a starboard anchor chain.
What our hull cleaning service covers
Warm tropical water is good for marine growth. Weed, slime, tubeworms and barnacles build up on the hull, especially when a ship waits at anchor for weeks, and the result is more drag and a higher fuel bill. Charterers may also raise performance claims when a fouled hull slows the vessel down.
Cleaning the hull while the vessel is already in port saves a separate stop. We deploy the diving team, schedule the work around cargo operations or waiting time, handle the permits that port authorities may require for underwater work, and agree safety measures with the master, such as isolating sea chests and the propeller.
Every job ends with a report the master and your technical department can use: fouling type, thickness and coverage by area, the condition of shell plating, weld seams, bilge keels, anodes and gratings, and photos of each area before and after. When something below the waterline needs a closer look, such as an anchor chain or a fouled propeller, the same team carries out an underwater inspection and tells you plainly what they found.
What we handle
- Full underwater hull cleaning at berth or anchorage
- Propeller polishing (Rubert scale grade A on our last job)
- Rudder, sea chest gratings and boot top cleaning
- Hull condition survey: plating, welds, bilge keels, anodes
- Underwater inspection of anchor chains and fittings
- Before and after photos and video for every area
- Permits and safety coordination with the master
- Written report submitted to the master before sign-off
How it works
Request
Share the vessel details, location and what you want cleaned or inspected.
Planning
We line up the divers, permits and a time slot that suits the port stay.
Dive work
The team records each area before cleaning, cleans it, then records it again.
Report
The master reviews the photos and video, then you receive the full report.
Ports where we provide this service
Our home port is Batangas, including the government pier and the private terminals around Batangas Bay. We also serve these Philippine ports:
- Batangas
- Manila
- Subic
- Bataan
- Quezon
- La Union
- Cagayan
- Cebu
- Samar
- Leyte
- Davao
See all ports and Batangas terminals
Why principals choose V. Faytaren Shipping Agency
We have worked at the Port of Batangas since 1976. The agency is registered with the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), holds a Philippine Ports Authority permit to operate as ship's agent, is accredited by the Bureau of Customs and is a member of the Philippine Ship Agents Association. Our day-to-day working relationships with Customs, Immigration, Quarantine, the Coast Guard, the pilots and the terminals are what keep your vessel moving.
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Frequently asked questions
Why clean the hull during a port call?
Marine growth increases drag and fuel use. Cleaning while the vessel is already in port avoids a separate stop and can help with charter party performance.
Do you need a permit for hull cleaning?
Underwater work may need approval from the port authorities. We check the requirement for your location and handle the paperwork.
Can the propeller be polished at the same time?
Yes. On our most recent full hull job at Batangas, the propeller was polished to Rubert scale grade A during the same two-day operation.
What does the report include?
Fouling type, thickness and coverage by area, the condition of plating, welds, bilge keels, anodes and gratings, plus before and after photos of every area. The master reviews the files before signing the completion report.
Can you inspect an anchor chain underwater?
Yes. Divers can follow the chain down to check the stud links and record depths with gauges and photos. Dives stop at safe limits, and the report recommends next steps such as underwater cutting when a chain cannot be recovered.
