Project Overview
DEIENAMI was engaged by a global shipping company to design and build a robust Hull Integrity Management System to digitally transform the way their teams manage inspections, maintenance, and risk mitigation across vessel fleets. The system was developed to replace fragmented manual processes, reduce unplanned repairs, and support compliance with international maritime safety standards.
Our engineering team developed the backend infrastructure, database design, deployment architecture, and key integration layers for this specialized enterprise-grade software—tailored specifically to ship hull inspection workflows.
The Challenge
Traditional hull inspection and maintenance tracking involved paper-based checklists, isolated spreadsheets, and time-consuming reporting cycles. Key problems included:
- Lack of real-time visibility into hull condition
- Delayed identification of cracks, corrosion, or coating failures
- No centralized system for managing ultrasonic thickness (UT) measurements
- Manual documentation prone to audit delays and data inconsistencies
- Reactive, rather than proactive, repair strategies across vessels
The client required a secure, centralized, and highly visual system that could be used both onboard and from shore offices to manage hull integrity data throughout the inspection lifecycle.
What We Delivered
DEIENAMI engineered a modular backend system focused on reliability, performance, and data security, including:
Hull Inspection Lifecycle Management
- Custom modules for scheduling, planning, and logging inspections
- Standardized digital inspection forms aligned with classification standards
3D Visualization-Ready Data Layer
- Structured backend support for vessel-specific 3D models
- Capability to tag and annotate findings (cracks, corrosion, deformation) directly to compartment-level data
Risk & Criticality Framework
- Custom risk matrix logic to assign criticality levels to findings
- Helps prioritize inspections and proactively plan repairs
Offline & Onboard Support
- Mobile-compatible input flows for onboard crew, even in offline conditions
- Syncs back to the central system when connectivity is restored
Integrated UT Measurement Handling
- UT data mapped directly to hull models and compartments
- Enables steel weight and area calculations for drydock planning
Secure Reporting & Documentation
- PDF and Excel report generation for audits, classification bodies, and internal reviews
- Role-based access control and encryption for sensitive records
Technology Stack
| Component | Technology |
|---|---|
| Backend Framework | Python (FastAPI) |
| Database | PostgreSQL, Redis for caching |
| DevOps & Deployment | Docker, AWS EC2, S3, GitHub Actions |
| Logging & Monitoring | Prometheus, Grafana, custom alerts |
| Security | HTTPS, token-based access, RBAC |
| Mobile Integration | Backend APIs optimized for tablets |
Outcome & Impact
| Impact Area | Results Achieved |
|---|---|
| 🕒 Inspection Efficiency | Reduced reporting time by 50% |
| 🧾 Compliance Preparedness | Instant audit-ready reports improved confidence |
| 🛠️ Drydock Budget Accuracy | Steel/area estimates cut tendering guesswork |
| 🚢 Fleet Readiness | Improved visibility across sister vessels |
| 🔐 Data Security | ISO27001-aligned architecture ensured compliance |
Delivery & Support
After full system implementation, DEIENAMI provided:
- Deployment across the client’s AWS infrastructure with VPN-based access
- Documentation of APIs, infrastructure, and backup protocols
- Internal handover with knowledge transfer sessions
- Post-deployment monitoring, patching, and enhancement support
The solution is now used across multiple vessels and shore-based inspection teams, contributing to long-term vessel integrity, safety compliance, and cost-effective maintenance planning.
Why DEIENAMI?
At DEIENAMI, we specialize in custom software for complex industrial and maritime workflows. Our team brings deep expertise in:
- Secure backend architecture
- Real-time data pipelines
- Industrial-grade system integration
- Long-term support and optimization
Whether you need internal software for ship management or enterprise digitalization, we bring the engineering precision and long-term support your operations demand.
Ready to modernize your internal operations? Talk to us.
