3C Metal has completed the repair, upgrade and reclassification of the floating dock Titan (formerly Navikon Dok 2) as part of a major project carried out in Cape Town Harbour, South Africa. The work was commissioned by French company Piriou Naval Services (PNS) in preparation for the transfer of ownership to Grand Port Maritime de La Réunion.

The refurbishment started in mid-October 2024, and dry dock operations started in December 2024 and concluded in mid-February this year. The remaining work was completed at the quayside.

The project involved critical repairs and upgrades to the floating dock’s structure and systems. A major aspect of the work was the replacement of approximately 1,700 square meters of pontoon deck and substructure components. The team also serviced mechanical equipment, including cranes, valves, pumps, winches, bollard rollers and valve actuators. Additionally, the fire line system was refurbished, new anodes and in-water marks were installed for survey purposes, and various general repairs were completed, including crane recertification and the fabrication of two catwalks and two gangways.

Upgrades to the electrical system were also carried out, including the installation of a new light circuit, the replacement of 1,000 meters of cables, and the addition of an automated ballast control system. The entire hull and surfaces were repainted. The on-site workforce reached a peak of 290 personnel, including 3C Metal’s team and subcontractors, with the total number of labor hours for the project exceeding 420,000.

3C Metal managed the entire project from start to finish, ensuring that all repairs and upgrades were completed efficiently and to a high standard. The transfer of ownership to Grand Port Maritime de La Réunion is now complete.

This project showcases 3C Metal’s expertise in managing large-scale repairs for clients in the maritime industry.