Eddy Current Inspection UAE, Saudi Arabia & India | AIMMS

Dec 11, 2025

Eddy Current Inspection Service for ships and rigs
Eddy Current Inspection Service for ships and rigs
Eddy Current Inspection Service for ships and rigs

AIMMS Group delivers certified ECI testing services across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, and India—helping maritime and offshore operators identify critical defects early, pass classification surveys, and ensure continuous operational safety without costly downtime.

Our team consists of ASNT/PCN/ISO 9712 certified ECI inspectors with IRATA rope access certification, enabling fast, safe, and non-disruptive inspection even in hard-to-access marine and offshore locations.

Maintaining the safety and reliability of ships, offshore rigs, and marine barges is critical in the Gulf region and South Asia, where marine traffic, offshore drilling, and coastal industrial operations continue to expand rapidly. Hidden cracks, corrosion, coating failure, and metal fatigue can lead to dangerous failures, survey rejection, or costly downtime.

What Is Eddy Current Inspection (ECI)?

Eddy Current Inspection (ECI) is a highly sensitive non-destructive testing (NDT) method used to detect:

  • Surface cracks in welds and structural connections

  • Sub-surface flaws invisible to visual inspection

  • Corrosion & pitting in hull plates and marine structures

  • Heat damage & metal fatigue in high-stress areas

  • Material thinning from erosion or wear

  • Coating thickness variations and disbandment

Because it works on all conductive materials, ECI is widely used for ships, oil & gas rigs, barges, vessel structures, pressure systems, pipelines, heat exchangers, and marine aluminum components.

Why AIMMS Group Is the Preferred ECI Provider in UAE, Saudi Arabia & India

✅ Rope Access–Enabled ECI for Ships, Rigs & Barges

Our IRATA-certified rope access teams perform ECI safely and efficiently on:

  • Hull structures & shell plating

  • Cargo holds & storage tanks

  • Ballast tanks & void spaces

  • Offshore rig legs & jack-up structures

  • Jack-up cantilever areas & drilling equipment

  • Barge decks & pontoons

  • High-level walkways & aluminum gangways

  • Confined spaces & difficult-to-reach zones

No scaffolding, no shutdowns—reducing cost and speeding up project completion while maintaining full operational safety.

✅ Classification Society Approved Inspections

AIMMS Group performs ECI inspections that meet the standards of:

  • ABS (American Bureau of Shipping)

  • DNV (Det Norske Veritas)

  • Lloyd's Register

  • Bureau Veritas

  • IRS (Indian Register of Shipping)

Perfect for class renewal, pre-docking surveys, and annual statutory surveys for ships, offshore rigs & barges.

✅ Digital, Accurate & Survey-Ready Reporting

We provide high-precision digital inspection reports with:

  • Detailed defect mapping with GPS coordinates

  • Accurate thickness readings and trend analysis

  • Crack location, length & severity assessment

  • Photographic evidence and documentation

  • Clear repair recommendations prioritized by criticality

  • Class society–compliant formatting

Helping shipowners, rig operators, and barge managers make informed maintenance decisions quickly and pass surveys on the first attempt.

Comprehensive NDT Services Beyond ECI

AIMMS Group offers complete inspection and survey services including:

Where AIMMS Group Performs ECI Inspection

1. Ships & Marine Vessels

Serving clients across UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman & India for:

  • Hull plating & superstructure integrity

  • Rudders, propeller shafts & stern tube assemblies

  • Cargo holds & tank structures (ballast, fuel, water)

  • Hatch covers & coamings

  • Aluminum gangways, ladders & access platforms

  • Heat exchangers, condensers & cooling systems

  • Pipelines & pressure vessels

Related Services: Marine Fender Replacements | Ship Conditional Surveys | Pre-Purchase Ship Surveys

2. Offshore Rigs & Oil Platforms

Specialized ECI testing for:

  • Jack-up legs, spud cans & rack & pinion systems

  • Derrick structures & cantilever beams

  • Helidecks & landing platforms

  • Riser systems & marine growth areas

  • Drilling equipment & BOP stacks

  • Structural welds & high-fatigue zones

  • Mooring systems & chain lockers

Complete Rig Services: Rig Inspection | Derrick Survey | Derrick Assembly

3. Marine Barges & Floating Vessels

Complete barge inspection services including:

  • Accommodation barges & living quarters

  • Work barges & construction platforms

  • Flat-top & pontoon barges

  • Crane barges & heavy-lift vessels

We inspect:

  • Deck structures & plating

  • Ballast compartments & watertight bulkheads

  • Side shell plating & bottom structures

  • Crane pedestals & lifting equipment foundations

  • Walkways, handrails & mooring points

  • Fendering systems & contact areas

Why ECI Is Essential for Marine & Offshore Assets

Ships, rigs, and barges face extreme operational conditions:

  • Constant seawater exposure causes aggressive corrosion

  • High vibration and mechanical stress from machinery

  • Corrosion & plating wastage in splash zones

  • Temperature variation (engine rooms, cargo areas)

  • Cyclic loading causing fatigue cracks in welds

  • Impact damage from cargo operations

Early Detection with ECI Prevents:

❌ Catastrophic structural failure
❌ Survey rejection and detention
❌ Expensive emergency drydock repairs
❌ Unexpected operational downtime
❌ Safety incidents and casualties
❌ Insurance claims and litigation

AIMMS Group ensures your asset stays safe, compliant, and operational—protecting your investment and crew.

Additional Maintenance & Support Services

Beyond inspection, AIMMS provides comprehensive rope access services for:

Recent AIMMS Group ECI Project Highlights

ECI on structural weld joints of pedestal crane – Saudi Offshore Platform
ECI on bulk carrier cargo hold frames & plating – Fujairah, UAE
ECI on upper and lower guide racks – Jack-up Drilling Rig
Rope Access ECI & MPI on jack-up rig legs – Saudi Arabia Offshore
ECI on aluminum gangways for PSV support vessel – Ras Al Khaimah
Heat exchanger tube ECI during refinery shutdown – Mumbai, India
Barge deck & pontoon crack inspection – Abu Dhabi Marine Terminal
Pre-survey ECI on tanker hull & ballast tanks – Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Storage tank inspection with UTG – ADNOC facility, UAE


Approved by Leading Industry Authorities

AIMMS Group is approved and trusted by:

Service Coverage: Middle East & South Asia

AIMMS Group provides rapid-response ECI inspection services across:

🇦🇪 UAE – Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Jebel Ali
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia – Dammam, Jeddah, Jubail, Ras Tanura, Yanbu
🇮🇳 India – Mumbai, Chennai, Visakhapatnam, Kochi, Kolkata
🇶🇦 Qatar – Doha, Ras Laffan Industrial City
🇴🇲 Oman – Muscat, Salalah, Sohar Port

Also available in: Turkey | Greece for marine projects

Available for emergency call-outs, pre-survey inspections, and planned maintenance campaigns.

Why Choose AIMMS Group?

Third-Party Inspection Services with complete independence
Oil & Gas Industry Specialists with offshore expertise
Marine & Offshore Surveyors with global experience
✅ Fast mobilization across the Middle East and Asia
✅ Competitive pricing without compromising quality
✅ 24/7 emergency response capability
✅ Multi-disciplined inspection teams
✅ Class society and regulatory compliance expertise

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AIMMS Group is a UAE based Marine inspection, maintenance and rope access services provider having delivery centers in India, KSA & UK. Our NDT & UT Gauging team is well versed with oil, gas & marine industries and have delivered services to leading organizations in the sector across the waters. Our rope access based mechanical team is well equipped & skilled to meet corrosion protection, welding , fabrication, painting requirements of any industries.

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