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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Mv Uhuru II is currently undergoing sea trials in Lake Victoria. This is to ensure that every part works as expected. These tests include checking the ship's performance and equipment functionality. This is among final steps in the process of constructing and deploying a new ship
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Installation of the engine on KNS Shupavu at Mombasa Shipyard.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Kisumu Shipyard has taken another step in manufacturing of speed boats to facilitate the blue economy activities. An 8m by 2m speed boat is currently under construction in furtherance of the vision to be the leading catalyst in the development of the shipbuilding industry in EA.
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@KenyaShipyards
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Ongoing construction of the wagon ferry and related marine civil works on the pier and yard in Kisumu. Jumma mubarak from us here at Kisumu Shipyard.
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@KenyaShipyards
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Construction of a vessel is phased out into different stages, from keel laying to delivery, with the key milestones marking the completion of one stage and the commencement of another. Launching a vessel is a key milestone in the construction of a vessel.
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Mv Uhuru II wagon ferry at the dry dock in Kisumu Shipyard. Almost sailing.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Installation of gearbox onboard KNS Shupavu, a vessel for @kdfinfo at Mombasa Shipyard. KSL is on course to deliver the Ship in time for #maritime operations.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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After a successful load trail test of loco 9207, loco 9214 embarked on its maiden trip to Mombasa on 13 June 2024 with a load trail of 30 wagons and 2 crew coaches equivalent to 613 tons. Loco 9214 is the third locomotive to be remanufactured locally in kenya by KSL in
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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On 05 Oct 23, Kenya Navy Comd, Maj Gen Jimson Mutai was in Kisumu Shipyard to check on the preparedness of Commissioning of MV Uhuru II Wagon Ferry by @WilliamsRuto . The Managing Director, Maj Gen Paul Otieno, assured him that all hands are on deck to ensure it is successful.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Locomotive 9210 embarked on its maiden trip after remanufacturing by KSL to Mombasa on 12 Sep 23. It underwent traction test to determine the tractive pulling power of the locomotive, pneumatic and dynamic brake test to determine the effectiveness of braking.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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KNS Shupavu is set to be rededicated and rejoin the KN fleet after undergoing midlife refit on 29 Jul 23 at Mombasa Shipyard. Preparations are underway for the event which marks the end of the maiden project to utilise the Mombasa Shipyard facilities that include 4000T slipway
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KNS Shupavu docked today in preparation for the rededication ceremony that is scheduled take place at Mombasa Shipyard.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Today 09 Apr 22 at KSL Kisumu Shipyard, divers identified 2 vessels that probably sunk at the shores of Lake Victoria several years ago and the 2 vessels were the reason for difficulty in emplacing piling bars. Further necessary action will be undertaken.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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H.E. @WilliamsRuto President and Commander in Chief of the @kdfinfo together with his deputy H.E. @rigathi and @KisumuCountyKE Governor H.E. @AnyangNyongo today paid a visit to Kisumu Shipyard while on his tour of the Nyanza Region.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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We are working round the clock to ensure the construction of Mv Uhuru II Wagon Ferry at KSL Kisumu Shipyard #ItIsFinished
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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General Francis Ogola, CDF @kdfinfo had a working visit at Kisumu Shipyard ahead of Commissioning of MV Uhuru II by HE @WilliamsRuto President of the Republic of Kenya on 09 Oct 23. The CDF was accompanied by the PS MOD, Service Commanders and other Senior MOD and KDF staff.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Mv Uhuru II is currently undergoing its final stages of construction at the Kisumu Shipyard. The Wagon Ferry has the capability of carrying up to 22 wagons and an estimated capacity of 2 million wet or dry cargo per trip.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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KNS Nyayo has today dry-docked at Mombasa Shipyard and is set to undergo a midlife refit. This marks the 2nd vessel to undergo refit at the Shipyard. The vessel will be outfitted with new technology and equipment in order to improve its efficiency and overall functionality.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Kisumu Shipyard has taken a step further in manufacturing large fiber boats. This and other projects have played a big role in furthurance of KSL's Vision to be the leading catalyst in the development of shipbuilding industry in Eastern Africa.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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KSL in partnership with @MedMarine_ has today 6 Sep 22 delivered MV PATE to @Kenya_Ports . The vessel has a lifespan of 20 years with a bollard pull of 83T. KSL is keen on delivering on its mandate.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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The President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander in Chief of the Defence Forces, H.E @WilliamsRuto accompanied by his deputy H.E @rigathi and other dignitaries today, 09 Oct 23, commissioned and captained the maiden voyage of MV Uhuru II at Kisumu Shipyard.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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The @kdfinfo CDF Gen Robert Kibochi today paid an official visit to Kisumu Shipyard. He was glad with the progress of construction of the wagon ferry and the Shipyard upgrade. The CDF was given a tour of the yard by the MD Brig Paul Otieno. #Shipyard #MvUhuruII
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Having made a successful maiden trip to Mombasa on 19 Dec 23, a joint testing team comprising @KenyaRailways_ Engineers and KSL Technical Personnel departed Changamwe on 21 Dec for long endurance load trial test of Locomotive 9313 hauling 19 wagons and 2 crew coaches of 1024T.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Ongoing construction of MV Uhuru II Wagon Ferry and upgrade of Kisumu Shipyard. #Big4
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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The Kenya Navy Boat Upindi-II has been successfully floated today after undergoing weeks of repair and maintenance at the Mombasa Shipyard. It is now ready to resume its routine maritime operations.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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MV HERON, TEWA and KINGFISHER of @OfficialKCGS have been handed over by KSL to Kenya Coast Guard today after successful repair and maintenance. They have met @kmakenya standards and now embark on maritime operations.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Ship stabilizer reduces the sideways motion (roll) of a ship thereby maintaining the stability of the ship. Mounting of stabilizers onboard KNS Shupavu at Mombasa Shipyard.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Did you know that, according to the principle of buoyancy, an object immersed in a liquid will face an upward force? When the upward force is more than the gravity (downward force), the object floats. The upward force exerted by the liquid is the buoyant force. #Shupavu #Mombasa
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Valve fitting, welding and painting ongoing at KSL Kisumu Shipyard for Mv Uhuru II wagon ferry.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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MV Norris enters the final stages in repair and maintenance as it undocks from the slipway back to the lake for final check-up at Kisumu Shipyard.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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#MvUhuruII wagon ferry at Kisumu Shipyard Dry Dock.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Commander Kenya Navy, Maj Gen Thomas Ng'ang'a had a working tour to Kenya Shipyards Limited at the Kisumu Shipyard today. The Commander was given a guided tour of the Shipyard led by the Managing Director, Maj Gen Paul Otieno. The Commander commended the management and staff on
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Ongoing dismantling of Ex 9315 engine block @KenyaRailways_ to check on the condition of engine parts. Locomotive 9315 has been unserviceable and it hasn't been in operation for some time. KSL team is working tirelessly to put it back on the rails.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Pilot Boat Malkia of @Kenya_Ports , has successfully dry docked at Mombasa Shipyard. Crafted from Fibre Reinforced Polymer (FRP), this essential vessel boasts a crew capacity of 10 persons and a length of 22.7 meters. It's going to undergo several procedural servicing and
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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The draining and cleaning of the 100m long drydock at the Kisumu Shipyard is underway as we expect to kickstart the next project in the dry dock after the completion of MV Uhuru II. Subscribe to our our social media accounts for frequent updates.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Super structure and bogies fabrication, assembly and spray painting of locomotives by KSL Engineers and Technicians at @KenyaRailways_ Central Workshop Nairobi. Jumma Mubarak!
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Loco 9317 has successfully completed the long load trail endurance tests for phase 1 to & fro Mombasa & phase 2 to & fro Malaba with a trail load of 1042T, after being subjected to standard procedural technical validation. The Loco is now set to be handed over to @KenyaRailways_
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Electrical cable dressing in the engine room onboard KNS Shupavu at our Mombasa Shipyard. We are on progress to deliver the vessel just in time for @kdfinfo
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Today 12 Jan 22, HE President Uhuru Kenyatta accompanied by the CDF Gen Robert Kibochi inspected the ongoing construction of MV Uhuru II Wagon Ferry at Kisumu Shipyard. #TheBig4
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Ongoing assembly of 93 class bogie @KRC Nairobi Central Workshop by KSL technicians. The bogie is a set of wheels and framework underneath a locomotive or train carriage. They provide support and stability to the locomotive or carriage, distributing the weight evenly over the
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Locomotive 9210 is the first of the locomotives being remanufactured in Kenya by KSL in partnership with SMH Rail and @KenyaRailways_ . Assembly work on the loco was completed in Aug 23 paving way for operational qualification tests as from 2 Sep 23.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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A fibre boat under construction at Kisumu Shipyard underwent flipping test to check on its safety features. This is to ensure that the boat is safe for its operations within the lake.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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A delegation from Nigeria’s National Defence College led by Air Commodore Patrick Edem, was received by Maj Gen P Otieno, the Managing Director of KSL, along with other Officers at Mombasa Shipyard yesterday with the aim of familiarizing themselves with KSL's roles and operations
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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After a successful trip to Mombasa, Locomotive 9317 of @KenyaRailways_ made it back to Nairobi on 13 November 2023 with a trail load of 771.5 ton comprising 15 Wagons and 2 coaches. The Loco is scheduled to undergo further load trail test to Malaba at a later date.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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MV Mbita II docked today at Kisumu Shipyard for scheduled repair and maintenance. MV Mbita II operates between Mbita town in Homa Bay County and Lwanda K'otieno town in Siaya County. The vessel ferries tourists who visit different tourist sites along the lake and the environs.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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KSL team is working at speed in the rehabilitation of the Homabay pier to ensure its' completion on the stipulated time. The project includes construction of the jetty, access roads, ferry ramp, drainage, and walkways. The pier, once complete will enhance Blue Economy related
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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The upgrade of Homa Bay Pier in @HomaBayCountyKE by KSL is in its first phase. The phase entails clearing and compaction of the ground, construction of a modern gate, erection of a concrete wall around the pier and landscaping aspects. Dredging of the pier was done earlier by
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Today @KenyaRailways_ fitment of an alternator to 93 class locomotive engine block was done by our technicians at the Nairobi Workshop. An alternator generates electrical power for the locomotive which serves several critical functions including various systems and components.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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KSL team stationed at KR Central Workshop is testing the first of six 93 Class KR Locomotives (9324) in collaboration with @KenyaRailways_ Engineers. The Loco which was cranked on 29 Sep 23 undertook a successful rolling test to Limuru and back on 13 Oct 23.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Renovation of the MV Uhuru I linkspan in Kisumu is at an advanced stage. It is an important installation that allows for the loading/ unloading of wargons.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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MV Uhuru I Wagon Ferry of @KenyaRailways_ that operates between Jinja, Mwanza, Musoma and Kisumu, is back in the drydock at Kisumu Shipyard for scheduled repair and maintenance. This will include repair of winches, bollards, exhaust bellows among other parts of the Ship.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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MD KSL, Maj Gen Otieno witnessed the completion of the first fiber boat manufactured at Kisumu Shipyard. He appreciated the skilled team of different professions in maritime field that made this pilot project a success & assured them of his full support towards future projects.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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The joint testing team comprising KSL in partnership with SMH Rail and in collaboration with @KenyaRailways_ has successfully completed the long endurance load trial test of remanufactured mainline Loco 9210 to and fro Mombasa.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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MV Tewa, a fiber boat of @OfficialKCGS propelled by twin engine which was under maintenance has been restored back to maritime standards at Kisumu Shipyard. It has undergone several successful tests to ensure its safe during its operations within the waters.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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MV Norris, a ship owned by Norris Agency Limited, a company that is involved in the transportation of dry cargo within the Ports of Lake Victoria dry docked at Kisumu Shipyard. The vessel is set to undergo minor repairs in the next 21 days.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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KNS Shupavu of @kdfinfo undergoing midlife refit at Mombasa Shipyard. KSL is on course to deliver the military vessel in time for its duties in the defence of the territorial integrity of Kenya.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Today at Kisumu Shipyard our engineers carried out a flip test on one of its fiber boat which was constructed recently. The flip test involved flipping the boat upside down to determine whether the boat can completely sink or float. KSL is currently manufacturing fiber glass
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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KNS Shupavu, a Naval Vessel of @kdfinfo is currently undergoing final cleaning and testing at Mombasa Shipyard. The ship has been undergoing midlife refit since Nov 2021 to date.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Locomotive 9317, the second rehabilitated loco of @KenyaRailways_ was cranked on 4 Nov 23 & undertook a successful rolling test to Limuru & back on 6 Nov 23. A dynamic and endurance test with a load trail comprising 34 wagons and 2 crew coaches is headed to Mombasa.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Our technicians in Mombasa have successfully repaired the rubber fenders on @OfficialKCGS Boats Kilindini and Victoria. These rubber fenders play a crucial role in protecting the vessels from damage during docking and mooring by absorbing the kinetic energy of impacts. This
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Assembly of 62 class engine model no. MTU 396 with a capacity of 3720kg which had failed was taking place today at @KenyaRailways_ . The engine failure was caused by the rapturing of cylinder seals/ O-rings which caused leakages, hence mixing water with oil.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Commander Kenya Navy, Maj Gen J L Mutai accompanied by other Senior Officers of the @kdfinfo today 17 Aug 22, paid a visit to KSL Mombasa Shipyard. He was glad of the progress made for the midlife refit of KNS Shupavu. #Shupavu #Defence
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Kisumu Shipyard hosted a team of students and staff from Zimbabwe Staff College (ZSC) who are on an education tour in Kenya. The delegation was received and taken through a tour of the Shipyard by Brig Omari, Dep MD.
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Preparation for dredging infront of Kisumu drydock is underway ahead of MV Uhuru II wagon ferry trials. A pontoon is a flat-bottomed boat or portable float used in building floating temporary bridges, for dredging or building of any floating structures in the sea or lakes.
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Servicing of @KenyaRailways_ locomotive's safety valve by KSL today at the Nairobi Workshop. A safety valve is a mechanism designed to release excess steam pressure from the boiler to prevent it from reaching dangerous levels.
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The ex73 class engine is being assembled at the Nairobi Workshop by KSL technicians in partnership with @KenyaRailways_ The engine belongs to loco 7330 from Uganda which was involved in a mishap last month.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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KSL is mandated to support @KenyaRailways_ in overhauling, repairing and servicing Kenya Meter Gauge Rail Rolling Stock and Rail Infrastructure. KSL also supports KRC/NMC in rehabilitating and modernizing the workshops to facilitate rehabilitation of Locomotives and Wagons. #Rail
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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KSL techs are rewiring locomotive 9318 of @KenyaRailways_ which involves complete re-installation of Qtron computer cables, installation of power conductors, marking of power cables and carying out insulation resistance test.
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KSL technicians at Nairobi Central Workshop @KenyaRailways_ are assembling 93 class traction motor. It was dismantled for servicing purposes. This process involved installation of bearings, mounting of brackets and electrical connections. Servicing is meant to ensure longer
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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After undergoing repair and maintenance, MV Fagio II of @Kenya_Ports used for marine pollution control, was floated today at Mombasa Shipyard. The vessel underwent various repairs and upgrades to improve its functionality and efficiency in cleaning the waters of the Indian Ocean.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Today marks a milestone for KSL as we celebrate  the commissioning of MV Uhuru II wagon ferry by H.E @WilliamsRuto the president of the Republic  of Kenya whose construction commenced on 29th May 2021 at Kisumu  shipyards.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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MV Uhuru I has docked at Kisumu Linkspan for repair and maintenance. This will restore the vessel to the set standards of @IMOHQ
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KSL team at @KenyaRailways_ did assemble 9324 bogie. This involved fitting the bogie frame, bearings, suspension system, brake systems, drive systems including gearbox coupling and traction motors for powered wheelsets, secondary spring systems and the wheelset subsystems.
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On 23 Jun 23, Gen Francis Ogolla, Chief of Defence Forces @kdfinfo , paid a visit to Kenya Shipyards Limited (KSL), Mombasa. The purpose of the visit was to assess the progress of ongoing projects.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Officers from @kdfinfo Bora Cup paid a courtesy call to Mombasa Shipyard today to assess the status of KNS Nyayo project among other ongoing projects at the Shipyard. KSL looks forward to completion of projects as per agreed milestones.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Ongoing servicing of locomotive 9313 at @KenyaRailways_ Nairobi Central Workshop by KSL technicians which involves routine inspection and preventive maintenance tasks on some of the components to ensure safety and reliability. Locomotive 9313 was initially rehabilitated by Kenya
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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A vessel's searchlight is a specific navigation light on the ship that is used for different purposes including the identification of routes and ship buoys, support the search for missing people at sea and allow dangers such as icebergs to be detected at an early stage.
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Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Onto the third deck of Mv Uhuru II wagon ferry at KSL Kisumu Shipyard.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
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Marine Vessel Simba of @OfficialKCGS is currently on final touches at Kenya Shipyards Limited. With the completion of repainting, the vessel is expected to be refitted with shafts among other installations at Kisumu Shipyard. The Four Stroke inboard engine boat will resume its
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
7 months
Grade I students of Frontier Pioneer School from Kericho while on a study tour of Kisumu Shipyard were able to put into practice what they have learnt in class on modes of transport which is a key requirement of Kenya's Competency Based Curriculum.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
2 years
4 Students from @DiscoverJKUAT who are undergoing industrial attachment at KSL underwent assessment at Kisumu Shipyard. The invigilator was taken through different stages of ship building, parts of the ship and functions of various parts in the ship.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
10 months
MV Lamu, a patrol boat of @OfficialKCGS was dry docked today at Mombasa Shipyard for repair & maintenance. This follows the recent dry docking of MV Kilindini, another patrol boat KCGS.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
2 years
Ongoing @kmakenya boat repair at Kisumu Shipyard.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
1 year
Seagoing vessels often face severe marine weather which accelerates cathodic/anodic reactions & cause corrosion that damages their submerged hulls, propulsion components, tanks, and deck equipment. Ship corrosion prevention keeps vessels running smoothly & efficiently at sea.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
3 years
Ongoing valves installation in the engine room (ER) for Mv Uhuru II Wagon Ferry at KSL Kisumu Shipyard. The ER is the compartment where the machinery for marine propulsion is located. The ferry will be operational soon plying Lake Victoria.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
7 months
The MD, Maj Gen Otieno had the pleasure to host Rt Hon @RailaOdinga , Homabay Governor @gladyswanga , Siaya Governor @orengo_james , Migori Governor HE G O Ayacko, Hon @gpdkaluma and Hon @senatorkajwang among others at KSL stand as #HoBIIC2024 is underway at Tom Mboya University.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
7 months
At @KenyaRailways_ workshop, turning of pressure pipes for the 93 class loco is ongoing. It involves rotating a workpiece while a cutting tool removes material to create cylindrical shape. It is essential for producing shafts, pipes, rods, and other cylindrical components.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
1 month
KSL technicians are working on restoration of locomotives @KenyaRailways_ Tire replacement of the 93 class locomotive wheels which involves removal of the older tire and replacement with a new one was undertaken today. This is usually done when the tires are worn out. The
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
1 year
MV Uhuru II inclination test was conducted today at Kisumu Shipyard. An inclining test is a test performed on a ship to determine its stability, lightship weight and the coordinates of its center of gravity.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
7 months
The #HoBIIC2024 was officially opened by the President, H.E. @WilliamsRuto . He was accompanied by Cabinet Secretaries, Governors among other leaders. He was impressed with the progress made on the Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) vessels project by KSL when he toured our stand.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
1 year
KSL and Goa Shipyard Limited, both under their respective Ministries of Defence signed an MOU in New Delhi, India on 29 Aug 2023. This marks the beginning of working together in building, refit, repair, maintenance and overhaul of marine vessels to meet the market demands.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
2 years
The bow, the front part of Mv Uhuru II Wagon Ferry being installed today at KSL Kisumu Shipyard. The bow is designed to keep water waves resistance to a minimum as water produces more drag when moved through as compared to air. #Bow
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
1 year
Our technicians are preparing for the docking of KNS Nyayo, which will be due for midlife refit at Mombasa Shipyard in a few months. KSL is well resourced to handle the refit and we are committed to completing the service in the shortest time possible with reduced costs.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
3 years
Section 821, starboard side behind the fore being joined to the main body of Mv Uhuru II Wagon Ferry today 12 Feb 22 at KSL Kisumu Shipyard.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
4 months
Loco 9207 departed on its maiden trip after undergoing various refits to Mombasa on 6 June 2024 at 1200 hrs for a dynamic and endurance test with a 539 tons load trail comprising 30 wagons and 2 crew coaches. The loco left with a joint testing team comprising KSL technicians in
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
2 years
Termination of cables in junction boxes and installation of smoke detectors at the engine room hatch of KNS Shupavu at Mombasa Shipyard.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
3 years
Rainy day it is in Kisumu Shipyard but works on Mv Uhuru II Wagon Ferry ongoing due to the resilience of staff of Kenya Shipyards Limited. We forge ahead with zeal.
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
3 years
Getting @kdfinfo Naval Ship KNS Shupavu ready for midlife refit in Mombasa Shipyard. #KSL #Big4Agenda
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@KenyaShipyards
Kenya Shipyards Limited
2 years
Cable dressing in the Bridge for KNS Shupavu of the @kdfinfo at Mombasa Shipyard. KSL is committed to deliver the vessel within a short time and using minimal resources which will in the end go a long way in enhancing safety and security of Kenyans. #midlife #refit
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