What is MPMS?
MPMS stands for machinery planned maintenance system and is a survey arrangement based on audits of an approved and implemented planned maintenance system on board. It covers all class-relevant component surveys related to machinery and is based on manufacturers’ recommendations for maintenance.
Background: Challenges in Vessel Surveys
Traditionally, the surveying of machinery on each vessel has been a time-consuming and manual process. Chief engineers were often burdened with the task of recording information for each vessel individually, diverting their attention from other critical responsibilities. Recognizing the need for a more efficient and comprehensive solution, DNV introduced MPMS, which focused on audits of approved and implemented planned maintenance systems on board.
Evolution: Machinery Maintenance Connect (MMC)
Taking the MPMS concept to the next level, DNV introduced Machinery Maintenance Connect (MMC). Supported by our robust SM Portal system, this innovative solution enables DNV surveyors to audit an entire fleet in a single day, eliminating the need for vessel-by-vessel inspections. The heart of MMC lies in the seamless integration of machinery maintenance data, which is sent to DNV and displayed on a user-friendly dashboard, accessible to both DNV and Odfjell employees.
