Momentum - up to ~50% extension in oil-drain intervals

PT Momentum Indonesia Investama was looking to improve its operations and for opportunities to reduce costs, so turned to Shell for advice and to help in developing a solution.

The oil-drain interval for the trial vessel was extended from the 500 to nearly 1,000 hours: almost 50%. The oil analysis showed that the oil remained within specifications. The engine continued to run smoothly and was generally cleaner.

PT Momentum Indonesia Investama has managed to extend its oil-drain interval and is thus operating a more effective fleet and, importantly, has achieved its objective of saving on lubrication costs. Through the longer oil-drain interval, the customer has estimated that savings per year for 12 vessels will be approximately $61,000¹

¹The savings indicated are specific to the calculation date and mentioned site. These calculations may vary from site to site and from time to time, depending on, for example, the application, the operating conditions, the current products being used, the condition of the equipment and the maintenance practices.