Naval Architecture: From Feasibility to Compliance

Preliminary draft

Whether it’s a new build or a refit, the preliminary design phase allows us to confirm technical feasibility, guide key design decisions, and establish initial cost estimates.

  • Conducting architectural, technical, regulatory, and budgetary feasibility studies

  • Preparation of technical proposals for requests for proposals

  • Conducting project cost estimates

Naval architecture

Ship design is an iterative process that incorporates operational, performance, and layout constraints. Space allocation, hull form definition, sizing, and the selection of equipment and systems: every decision contributes to an overall balance.

  • Development of the space layout (general arrangement, machinery arrangement, etc.)

  • Definition of hull shapes

  • Preparation of cost estimates

  • Preparation of regulatory stability dossiers and verification of stability criteria

  • Performance Estimation and Selection of the Powertrain

  • Conducting structural studies and verifying the sampling

  • Definition of major equipment and system diagrams

Regulatory Compliance

Regulatory compliance is a central focus of the project. The requirements of flag states and classification societies establish a strict framework that ensures safety and seaworthiness.

  • Conducting a regulatory compliance review

  • Preparation of regulatory files (plans and documents: freeboard, overboard falls, safety, etc.)

  • Writing user manuals

A set of general arrangement drawings for workboats (oyster barges, passenger vessels, hydrogen-powered vessels, etc.) detailing architectural features, major equipment, and key structural data.