Tidewater Selects UniSea Maindeck for Fleet-Wide Dry-Docking Management

Bjarne Mannes
Sales Executive
September 4, 2024
Image of Surfer Tide in dock
Surfer Tide in dock.

We are pleased to announce that Tidewater, owner and operator of the largest fleet of offshore support vessels in the industry, has selected UniSea Maindeck to manage their dry-docking operations. This partnership marks a significant milestone as Tidewater entrusts UniSea with the critical task of streamlining their dry-docking processes across their global fleet of 218 vessels.  


Tidewater's Experience with UniSea Maindeck

David Evans, Fleet Manager at Tidewater, shared his insights on the process of evaluating UniSea Maindeck: "After thoroughly testing various options for managing our dry-docking operations, Maindeck quickly stood out as the right choice. We needed a solution that was not only powerful but also intuitive, and Maindeck met those criteria perfectly. Other systems we reviewed were cumbersome and required extensive training, adding unnecessary complexity to our processes. Maindeck’s user-friendly interface made it easy for our team to test and immediately recognize its benefits. With Maindeck, our comprehensive reporting requirements are now met effortlessly, allowing us to focus on what truly matters - maintaining our fleet in top condition."


Tidewater's Choice is a Testament to UniSea's Commitment to Excellence

Kurt Roar Vilhelmsen, CEO of UniSea, shared his perspective on the partnership: "We are honored that Tidewater, a global leader in offshore support vessels, has chosen UniSea Maindeck for managing their dry-docking operations. This decision underscores the trust they place in our solutions and our long-standing commitment to excellence in the maritime industry. At UniSea, we strive to provide tools that are not only robust and reliable but also adaptable to the unique challenges our clients face. The collaboration with Tidewater is a perfect example of how our software can drive efficiency and improve operational outcomes. We look forward to working closely with Tidewater to ensure the continued success and safety of their fleet."


A Personal and Professional Triumph: UniSea Maindeck’s Partnership with Tidewater

Sasan Mameghani, Product Owner of UniSea Maindeck, commented on the significance of this partnership: "Having a customer of Tidewater's caliber selecting UniSea Maindeck demonstrates the strength and reliability of our solution. As a former shipyard mechanic, I had the privilege of being part of the team that helped build some of Tidewater’s vessels. So on a personal level it’s truly gratifying to see how our paths have converged again, this time through technology, to contribute to the success of their fleet."

Rudder ork being carried out in a dry dock.
Rudder work being carried out on Surfer Tide.


The Value of the Partnership

This partnership is poised to deliver significant value to both parties. For Tidewater, the adoption of UniSea Maindeck means more efficient and effective management of their dry-docking processes, with a solution that scales seamlessly across their global operations. For Maindeck, and UniSea as a whole, this collaboration not only reinforces our position as a leading provider of maritime software solutions but also strengthens Maindeck's capabilities by aligning with the needs of a premier customer.


About Tidewater

Tidewater owns and operates the largest fleet of offshore support vessels in the industry, with 65 years of experience supporting offshore energy exploration, production and offshore wind activities worldwide. To learn more, visit www.tdw.com.


About UniSea

UniSea AS is a maritime software company based out of Skudeneshavn, Norway. UniSea is a one-stop shop for maritime software, covering HSEQ, Planned Maintenance and much more. UniSea Maindeck is a leading digital platform dedicated to simplifying and enhancing technical project management, and a result of Unisea's acquisition of the company Maindeck in 2023. With Maindeck, owners are able to plan and execute projects effortlessly.

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