Based in the strategic port city of Cartagena, Colombia Diving Services operates as a specialized provider of commercial underwater solutions for the maritime and offshore industries. Located at a key junction for international shipping traffic in the Caribbean, the company provides essential maintenance and technical support designed to sustain vessel performance and operational continuity without the need for dry-docking.
The company’s core activities center on underwater hull maintenance, a critical requirement for merchant vessels seeking to optimize fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. Through mechanical hull cleaning and propeller polishing operations, the firm assists ship operators in managing biofouling accumulation. By removing marine growth from submerged surfaces, these interventions restore hydrodynamic properties, thereby reducing drag and operational costs for container ships, tankers, and bulk carriers transiting the region.
Beyond routine cleaning, Colombia Diving Services executes complex technical tasks involving underwater inspection and repair. The company utilizes divers and specialized equipment to conduct detailed surveys, documenting the condition of hulls, rudders, and propulsion systems through high-definition photography and video feeds. These inspections are vital for assessing structural integrity and planning future maintenance cycles. The firm’s capabilities extend to non-destructive testing, specifically ultrasonic thickness gauging (UTG), which measures metal thickness to detect corrosion or wear on shell plates.
When structural interventions are necessary, the company performs underwater welding and cutting operations. These services allow for afloat repairs, enabling vessels to address damage or modify underwater components while remaining in the water. Additionally, the company manages the installation and maintenance of cathodic protection systems, replacing sacrificial anodes to prevent hull corrosion.
All operations are conducted under the oversight of local regulatory frameworks, holding registration with the General Maritime Directorate (DIMAR), Colombia's national maritime authority. This compliance ensures that diving activities adhere to strict industrial safety protocols and environmental standards required within Colombian waters. By offering rapid response capabilities in Cartagena and coordinating services across the national territory, Colombia Diving Services functions as a key support entity for the global merchant fleet calling at Colombian terminals.
