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Individual and proactive

Flexible maintenance solutions for demanding operations

In the maritime industry, cost pressure remains high. The lasting effects of the coronavirus pandemic—with lockdowns, travel restrictions, and market disruptions—have further increased the need for flexibility and cost efficiency.

To meet these demands, Everllence offers the TBO extension – a service concept individually tailored to each customer. TBO (Time Between Overhaul) defines the standard maintenance interval for key engine components. By optimizing these intervals based on real engine data, operators can achieve significant cost savings and higher vessel availability. The process follows three steps: on-site inspection, real-time digital condition monitoring, and laboratory analysis of operating media. The guiding principle: small measure, large effect.

With this approach, Everllence takes a holistic view of maintenance and performance, enabling sustainable value creation and long-term reliability – today and in the future.

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Tailored service concepts for lasting performance

Reliable engines with an individual service offering

Everllence marine engines are known for their reliability, robustness, and efficiency – designed for optimal performance under diverse operating conditions. But delivery is only the beginning. Everllence PrimeServ combines close customer cooperation with technical expertise to develop individually optimized maintenance strategies. One example is a collaboration with a Danish offshore operator, where the team refined maintenance intervals for optimal performance and longer uptime. As a result, major components such as cylinder heads, liners, and pistons now operate up to 24,000 instead of 12,000 hours, giving customers greater flexibility and significant cost savings.

Clear requirements for lasting performance

Prerequisites for a TBO extension

To ensure reliability and compliance, every TBO extension follows specific operating requirements:

  • Major engine overhauls must be carried out in cooperation with Everllence service personnel
  • Only genuine Everllence parts may be used
  • Continuous monitoring of the engine’s operating condition via PrimeServ Assist and PrimeServ Lab
  • The engine must operate exclusively with approved operating media
  • The overall condition of the engine must remain within Everllence specifications
  • Standard maintenance intervals must be observed as defined
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Specialist knowledge is important – but equally important is the ability to recognize small details that can have a big effect.  

Jan Rossa, Superintendent Engineer

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Proactive service – ready for tomorrow’s challenges

Individual and intelligent service solutions

With the expertise of an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and deep technical know-how, Everllence PrimeServ is ideally positioned to provide advanced and reliable service solutions. By combining analog and digital technologies, we create a comprehensive maintenance ecosystem tailored to each customer’s needs. The result: fast, proactive, and expert support in real time – ensuring your engines continue to perform at their best.

 

Step by step toward longer maintenance intervals

How TBO extension works in practice

Maintenance on key ship components such as main and auxiliary machinery often means long idle times – and lost revenue. Wherever possible, such work should coincide with scheduled dock periods.
Everllence PrimeServ supports operators with individual consulting and technical analyses to determine what is technically feasible and economically sensible.
Regular engine monitoring and fluid checks make it possible to extend maintenance intervals safely. Feasibility depends on factors such as engine condition, fuel and lube oil quality, and general maintenance practices.
With in-depth analyses from PrimeServ Lab, Everllence creates the data foundation for every TBO extension.

1. Maintenance interval
12,000
rhs

Standard maintenance interval (typically between 12,000 and 15,000 running hours) defining the baseline for reliable operation.

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2. Spot check
15,000
rhs

On-site inspection by an Everllence superintendent engineer. Key components are analyzed, and samples of operating fluids are taken for laboratory testing.

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3. Spot check (follow-up)
≈ 18,000
rhs

Monitoring and verification phase to confirm engine stability and validate trends before extending the interval.

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4. TBO extension
24,000
rhs

Data-based decision to extend maintenance intervals – reducing downtime and maintenance costs.

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We continuously monitor what is going on in the engine and proactively inform the customer about potential negative developments.

Dr. Holger Gehring, Head of Marine & Power Digital and Academy – Germany

Three pillars of a TBO extension

Field Service, PrimeServ Assist, and PrimeServ Lab — supported by continuous analysis — form the foundation for reliable, efficient, and long-lasting engine performance.

  1. Field Service: On-site inspections and spot checks carried out by Everllence experts assess key components and collect samples for detailed analysis.
  2. PrimeServ Assist: Continuous digital monitoring links real-time engine data with OEM expertise, enabling proactive maintenance and efficiency optimization.
  3. PrimeServ Lab: In-depth analysis of heating oil, lube oil, cooling water, and separator samples identifies wear or contamination early to support safe TBO extensions.

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