Spare parts shortages, supply chain delays, and sustainability challenges are ongoing issues in the maritime and offshore industries. But what if vessels could manufacture critical components on demand—anytime, anywhere?
In this episode, I sat down with Parthiban Muthukrishnan, Customer Success Manager at Pelagus 3D, a joint venture between Thyssenkrupp and Wilhelmsen, to explore how additive manufacturing (3D printing) is transforming the way ships access spare parts.
Key insights from ourhttp://Thyssenkrupp conversation:
- Minimizing Vessel Downtime – How on-demand manufacturing is reducing delays and operational risks.
- 3D Printing as a Game-Changer – Why additive manufacturing is revolutionizing spare parts production.
- Optimizing Supply Chains – How digital inventory is replacing traditional stockpiling and reducing waste.
- A Real-World Case Study – How a 75 kg valve was reduced to just 8 kg using 3D printing!
- Sustainability & Cost Efficiency – The future of maritime spare parts through CO₂ reduction and localized production.
For those in shipping, oil & gas, or industrial manufacturing, this episode is a must-listen. Let’s rethink spare parts logistics and explore the next era of maritime innovation.
