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Bolier opts for digital inspections in maritime industry

Bolier, a specialist in the maintenance and repair of marine engines and propulsion systems, is a crucial player in the maritime industry. Their extensive expertise ensures the safe and efficient operation of ships worldwide. As part of the Pon family business, Bolier is at the forefront of innovation, addressing the growing demand for digitalisation in the maritime industry.

Results and improvements

Global reach

Fifty field service engineers operating worldwide.

Enhanced efficiency

Improved data management and seamless communication with digital forms

Integration options

Seamless integration into processes at international branches

About

Bolier is a specialist in the maintenance and repair of MaK and ABC marine engines, turbines, and propulsion systems. As part of the Pon family business, Bolier plays a crucial role in the maritime industry by ensuring the safe and efficient operation of ships worldwide. They manage essential paperwork and conduct inspections to comply with regulations and maintain safety standards. Bolier's extensive expertise and services are vital for maritime companies and shipowners of all sizes and from various flag states.

Challenge

Bolier faced the challenge of managing strict regulations that require important and precise documentation. With fifty dedicated field service engineers operating worldwide, Bolier needed a solution to make accurate notes and detailed inspections for marine engines. The growing demand for digitalisation in the maritime industry necessitated a shift towards digital forms to improve efficiency, data management, and communication. Bolier also needed to ensure that their digital solution could be seamlessly integrated into their processes at international branches, such as PPNO in Norway and MakMed in France.

Solution

Bolier addressed these challenges by integrating MoreApp's digital forms into their processes. MoreApp's user-friendly interface enabled even inexperienced employees to quickly familiarise themselves with the App and Platform. This seamless integration enhanced productivity and communication across Bolier's international branches. Bolier utilised the FTPS and Word integration to enhance secure and optimised workflows. The FTPS integration enabled the secure transmission of files, ensuring the privacy and integrity of the transferred data. The Word integration provided quick access to standardised, high-quality reports and documentation.

Sustainability in shipping is an increasingly important factor. Maritime companies are actively seeking ways to reduce their ecological footprint. Bolier, for instance, exclusively uses diesel engines and is actively involved in the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Strategy to decrease emissions. Maritime businesses can transition towards more sustainable operations by streamlining their operations, cutting expenses, and reducing the environmental impact with MoreApp.

Results

Bolier's integration of MoreApp's digital forms has led to significant improvements in their operations. The use of digital forms has enhanced efficiency, data management, and communication, even in the most remote locations around the world. It’s led to fewer errors and more reliable processes thanks to streamlined workflows and consistent documentation, with better operational efficiency and higher customer satisfaction.

The seamless integration of MoreApp into the processes of Bolier's international branches has further enhanced productivity and communication. The FTPS and Word integrations have provided numerous advantages, including:

  • Improved efficiency through fast transfer of technical data and reports
  • Secure transmission of sensitive information via FTPS
  • Quick access to standardised, high-quality reports and documentation with the Word integration
Key features
Word integration
FTPS
The Netherlands
Medium size
Thanks to MoreApp, we could take the first step towards digitisation, within the Netherlands and at our other international branches. Our forms for ship engines are user-friendly, precise, and innovative. This enables us to further advance our digital transformation.
Wout Koopman
Project Manager

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