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The technology group Wärtsilä has signed a lifecycle agreement with the charity organization Mercy Ships International.
The alliance includes the five-year renewal of an existing service agreement for the Global Mercy, the largest civilian hospital ship built specifically for this purpose, and a three-year service agreement for the Africa Mercy II, the organization's newest new-build vessel.
Mercy Ships provides free medical care, including surgeries and medical training, in regions with limited access to healthcare, primarily in underserved local communities in Africa.
"Our ability to provide medical care depends on the availability and reliability of our vessels. Wärtsilä's support helps us plan maintenance more effectively and reduce the risk of unexpected disruptions, allowing us to focus on our mission. Based on the positive results of our current agreement for the Global Mercy, we are pleased to continue this collaboration and provide similar support to the Africa Mercy II," stated Ciarán Holden, Director of Technical Operations at Mercy Ships International.
The scope of the agreements includes spare parts, field services, crew training, and Wärtsilä's digital predictive maintenance service, Expert Insight. By combining advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and Wärtsilä's expertise, the service helps identify potential issues before they become operational disruptions, contributing to high vessel availability and more predictable maintenance planning.
The Global Mercy operates as a floating hospital and medical training center. Equipped with six operating rooms and extensive training facilities, the vessel is powered by four Wärtsilä 32 engines, each with a power output of 3360 kW for propulsion and critical onboard hospital operations.
Its sister ship, the Africa Mercy II, is currently under construction and is scheduled for delivery in 2028, which will further expand Mercy Ships' capacity to support disadvantaged communities and strengthen health systems across Africa.
Source: Portal Portuario
