Context: Vessel Maintenance
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Deliver an ultra-precise digital replica of a vessel with Ataris
Ataris leverages Prevu3D software to deliver game-changing value for the maritime industry: UKDocks and DE&S.
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the challenge
Without 3D Digital Twin in MIM
- Limited access to remote vessels and offshore assets
- High cost of travel for inspections and maintenance
- Lack of centralized as-built vessel documentation
- Inefficient remote collaboration in maritime operations
- Difficulty preparing for scheduled maintenance cycles
- Poor visibility into asset condition and configuration
- Fragmented data across teams and locations
- Inability to perform remote diagnostics effectively
the benefits
3D Digital Twin and Laser Scanning in Maritime Operations
- Remote access to vessels via 3D digital twin visualization
- Reduced travel costs and faster issue resolution
- Improved maintenance planning with accurate 3D data
- Centralized single source of truth for vessel information
- Enhanced collaboration across global maritime teams
- Faster decision-making with real-time visual context
- Scalable deployment across entire fleets
- Increased ROI from reality capture and 3D data
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Overview
Ataris partnered with UK Docks and the UK Ministry of Defence’s DE&S Naval Ships Support Team to implement a digital twin solution for vessel maintenance and remote operations.
Using 3D laser scanning and Prevu3D’s digital twin platform, the team created an ultra-precise digital replica of a vessel, enabling remote access, improved maintenance planning, and reduced operational costs.
The Challenge: Remote Vessel Access and Limited Operational Visibility
DE&S-managed vessels operate in remote global locations, creating significant challenges for engineering, maintenance, and decision-making teams.
Key challenges included:
- Limited ability to access vessels remotely
- High costs and delays due to long-distance travel for inspections
- Lack of a centralized, up-to-date visual reference of vessel conditions
- Difficulty preparing for maintenance cycles occurring every 2.5 years
- Inefficient collaboration between onshore teams and onboard operations
In maritime environments, these limitations increase the risk of delays, miscommunication, and reactive maintenance planning.
Solution: 3D Digital Twin and Reality Capture for Remote Vessel Management
Ataris implemented a full-scale reality capture workflow, combined with Prevu3D’s platform, to create a photorealistic and highly accurate 3D digital twin of the vessel.
This solution enabled:
- Remote access to the vessel through a web-based 3D environment
- Accurate visualization of cabins, compartments, and engine rooms
- Improved preparation for maintenance and retrofit projects
- Real-time collaboration using a single source of truth
Technology Deployed: 3D Laser Scanning and RealityPlatform™
Data Capture
- Full vessel scan using Leica RTC360 laser scanner
- Capture of all interior and technical spaces in high detail
Processing Workflow
- Scan processing using Leica Cyclone software
- Export to .E57 point cloud format
- Upload and processing in Prevu3D RealityPlatform™
Platform Capabilities
- Automated conversion of point clouds to detailed 3D meshes
- Visualization of large datasets (1.1 TB processed efficiently)
- Secure hosting and delivery of sensitive data
- Web-based access for global teams
Implementation: Fast Digital Capture and Deployment
- Full vessel scanning completed in 3 days
- End-to-end project delivery in just over 4 weeks
- Processing and hosting of large-scale 3D datasets
- Secure delivery via offline storage for sensitive environments
For years, point clouds were unwieldy and couldn’t be utilized by our clients. Prevu3D changes this and enables Ataris to provide revolutionary solutions to our maritime clients.
Samuel Lee, Managing Director, Ataris
The Results: Remote Operations and Reduced Travel Costs
The implementation of the digital twin delivered measurable operational improvements:
Eliminated the need for long-distance travel (24+ hours) for inspections
- Enabled remote troubleshooting and faster issue resolution
- Reduced travel expenses and logistical overhead
- Minimized delays in maintenance planning
- Improved Maintenance Planning
- Better preparation for scheduled maintenance cycles
- Increased visibility into asset conditions and configurations
Use Case: Digital Twin for Maritime Maintenance and Retrofit
The digital twin supports a range of maritime applications:
- Remote vessel inspection and troubleshooting
- Preparation for maintenance and dry dock operations
- Planning retrofits and upgrades
- Improving collaboration between onshore and offshore teams
- Centralizing vessel data for lifecycle management
Conclusion: Transforming Maritime Operations with Digital Twin
By combining reality capture and digital twin technology, Ataris and Prevu3D enabled a shift from reactive, travel-heavy operations to remote, data-driven vessel management.
This approach delivers:
- Greater operational visibility
- Faster decision-making
- Reduced costs and downtime
- Scalable digital transformation across fleets
about The partner
Ataris
Ataris utilizes state-of-the-art 3D scanning equipment and advanced processing tools to capture data on various structures and objects. The company has completed over 100 projects in over 30 countries, ranging from the world’s largest container ships to offshore hyperbaric chambers. The team’s extensive experience, coupled with marine engineering knowledge and onboard vessel experience, enables them to navigate diverse environments and accommodate a wide range of scanning requirements safely and effectively.
about us
Prevu3D
Prevu3D, a Montreal-based tech company founded in 2017, is dedicated to leveraging the physical world to drive work efficiency and innovation. Our intuitive software solution bridges reality to the digital world, offering the most accurate representation of facilities for engineering, maintenance and operational needs.