Back to services Ship Conversion Converting, upgrading or repurposing existing vessels to perform a new role is often more cost and time efficient than designing and building an entirely new asset. However, major conversions and refits are complex and challenging projects that require careful evaluation, planning and execution. We draw on our team’s experience in all aspects of vessel design to support you with initial concept development and feasibility studies through to detailed engineering and in-depth analysis. Typical projects include changing topside equipment, accommodation extensions, vessel lengthening, or the addition of new decks. Our in-house technical expertise covers all aspects of vessel conversion; from stability analysis to hydrodynamics, structural design, electrical engineering and propulsion. Case Studies View All Lifeboat Maintenance Houlder provides a turnkey Lifeboat Maintenance Platforms solution from initial survey through detailed… View case study Boiler Module Structure Design and Verification Houlder was contracted by marine oil and gas combustion system suppliers, John… View case study Fendering Modifications for Ro-Ro Ferry Houlder’s Marine Design and Consultancy team recently designed temporary fendering modifications for… View case study Latest News View All July, 22, 2021 Houlder stands ready to support EEXI compliance The International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) has now… Read more October, 7, 2020 COVID-19: A catalyst for conversions? Just as necessity is the mother of invention, the economic impact of… Read more August, 24, 2020 Houlder wins contract for Isle of Man Steam Packet Company’s new purpose-built battery hybrid ferry Houlder has won another contract with the Isle of Man Steam Packet… Read more Talk to us about our ship conversion services Please get in touch to talk to one of our experts to discuss how Houlder can support you. Contact Us “Whether it is the conversion of Ro-Ro vessels to military logistic support ships, the conversion of a cruise ship into an accommodation barge, or repurposing of vessels from oil and gas activities, our experts makes sure the project is a success.” Jonathan Strachan, Director, New Build & Vessel Conversion jonathan.strachan@houlderltd.com Services Sectors About us News & Case Studies Careers Privacy Policy Copyright ©2021 Houlder Ltd. All rights reserved