{"id":32960,"date":"2025-11-24T12:32:11","date_gmt":"2025-11-24T05:32:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/quet-3d-laser-scanning-tau-bien-phuc-vu-retrofit-he-thong-xu-ly-khi-thai-egcs\/"},"modified":"2026-03-06T12:36:34","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T05:36:34","slug":"3d-laser-scanning-of-marine-vessels-for-egcs-retrofit-applications","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/3d-laser-scanning-of-marine-vessels-for-egcs-retrofit-applications\/","title":{"rendered":"3D Laser Scanning of Marine Vessels for EGCS Retrofit Applications"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>VMT Solutions is proud to announce the successful completion of a 3D laser scanning project on a marine vessel to support the design and installation of an Exhaust Gas Cleaning System (EGCS). This is a crucial step that helps shipowners comply with international emission regulations, including the stringent standards of the MARPOL Convention.<\/p>\n<p><em>To learn more about the workflow and benefits of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/3d-laser-scanning\/\">VMT Solutions&#8217; 3D Laser Scanning service<\/a><\/strong>, you can read more here.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignnone size-full wp-image-32953\" src=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-1.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-1.jpg\" alt=\"VMT Solutions Engineer Conducting 3D Laser Scanning Onboard\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271920%27%20height%3D%271080%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201920%201080%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271920%27%20height%3D%271080%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-1-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-1-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-1-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-1-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-1-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-1.jpg 1920w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/3d-laser-scanning-of-marine-vessels-for-egcs-retrofit-applications\/#Optimized_Surveying_Under_Time_Constraints_%E2%80%93_A_Key_Advantage_of_VMT_Solutions\" >Optimized Surveying Under Time Constraints \u2013 A Key Advantage of VMT Solutions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/3d-laser-scanning-of-marine-vessels-for-egcs-retrofit-applications\/#Challenges_of_EGCS_Surveying\" >Challenges of EGCS Surveying<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/3d-laser-scanning-of-marine-vessels-for-egcs-retrofit-applications\/#3D_Laser_Scanning_Solutions_%E2%80%93_Millimeter_Accuracy_for_EGCS_Retrofit\" >3D Laser Scanning Solutions \u2013 Millimeter Accuracy for EGCS Retrofit<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/3d-laser-scanning-of-marine-vessels-for-egcs-retrofit-applications\/#1_Complete_and_Accurate_As-built_Data\" >1. Complete and Accurate As-built Data<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/3d-laser-scanning-of-marine-vessels-for-egcs-retrofit-applications\/#2_Comprehensive_3D_Modeling\" >2. Comprehensive 3D Modeling<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/3d-laser-scanning-of-marine-vessels-for-egcs-retrofit-applications\/#3_Accelerated_Installation_Process\" >3. Accelerated Installation Process<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/3d-laser-scanning-of-marine-vessels-for-egcs-retrofit-applications\/#Deep_Technical_Expertise_%E2%80%93_The_Competitive_Advantage_of_VMT_Solutions\" >Deep Technical Expertise \u2013 The Competitive Advantage of VMT Solutions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/3d-laser-scanning-of-marine-vessels-for-egcs-retrofit-applications\/#Selected_Previous_Projects\" >Selected Previous Projects<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/3d-laser-scanning-of-marine-vessels-for-egcs-retrofit-applications\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Optimized_Surveying_Under_Time_Constraints_%E2%80%93_A_Key_Advantage_of_VMT_Solutions\"><\/span>Optimized Surveying Under Time Constraints \u2013 A Key Advantage of VMT Solutions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In the maritime industry, every hour a vessel stays idle at port results in cost. Therefore, retrofit projects like EGCS require strict surveying schedules and absolute accuracy.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenges_of_EGCS_Surveying\"><\/span>Challenges of EGCS Surveying<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>EGCS retrofit is far more complex than BWTS due to the difficulty of finding suitable installation space inside already optimized engine rooms.<\/li>\n<li>The surveyor must fully understand the system requirements and know exactly which areas must be scanned to ensure complete and accurate data.<\/li>\n<li>Vessels only remain in port for a short time; therefore, all surveying must be completed quickly, precisely, and without error.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If lacking experience, survey teams may easily encounter issues:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Missing critical areas \u2192 leading to insufficient data during the design stage.<\/li>\n<li>Scanning unnecessary areas \u2192 wasting time, increasing costs, and potentially failing to complete the work before the vessel departs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignnone size-full wp-image-32956\" src=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-4.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-4.jpg\" alt=\"Engine room area for EGCS retrofit assessment\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271920%27%20height%3D%271080%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201920%201080%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271920%27%20height%3D%271080%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-4-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-4-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-4-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-4-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-4-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-4-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-4-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-4-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-4-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-4.jpg 1920w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Clients of VMT Solutions can rest assured, as we are capable of surveying complex areas within extremely limited time while still maintaining the highest accuracy.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3D_Laser_Scanning_Solutions_%E2%80%93_Millimeter_Accuracy_for_EGCS_Retrofit\"><\/span>3D Laser Scanning Solutions \u2013 Millimeter Accuracy for EGCS Retrofit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>VMT Solutions applies advanced 3D laser scanning systems to deliver millimeter-level measurement data, supporting shipowners, designers, and shipyards.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Complete_and_Accurate_As-built_Data\"><\/span>1. Complete and Accurate As-built Data<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The point cloud data captures every detail inside the engine room and potential installation areas with high fidelity.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Comprehensive_3D_Modeling\"><\/span>2. Comprehensive 3D Modeling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>From the point cloud, we develop accurate as-built 3D models that support:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Checking available space for EGCS equipment<\/li>\n<li>Optimizing piping routes<\/li>\n<li>Avoiding clashes during installation<\/li>\n<li>Preparing design work before the vessel returns to port<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignnone size-full wp-image-32955\" src=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-3.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-3.jpg\" alt=\"Detailed 3D point cloud for as-built modeling in EGCS retrofit\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271920%27%20height%3D%271080%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201920%201080%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271920%27%20height%3D%271080%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-3-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-3-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-3-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-3-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-3-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-3-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-3-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-3-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-3.jpg 1920w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Accelerated_Installation_Process\"><\/span>3. Accelerated Installation Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Thanks to accurate 3D models, EGCS components can be prefabricated before the vessel enters dry dock, helping:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Shorten fit-up time<\/li>\n<li>Reduce vessel idle time<\/li>\n<li>Save costs for shipowners<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deep_Technical_Expertise_%E2%80%93_The_Competitive_Advantage_of_VMT_Solutions\"><\/span>Deep Technical Expertise \u2013 The Competitive Advantage of VMT Solutions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>VMT Solutions has a team of engineers trained in Switzerland with extensive hands-on experience using various 3D laser scanning systems, having completed numerous point cloud projects for marine retrofit applications in Vietnam.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignnone size-full wp-image-32957\" src=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-5.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-5.jpg\" alt=\"Engineer performing 3D laser scanning onboard for EGCS retrofit\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271920%27%20height%3D%271080%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201920%201080%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271920%27%20height%3D%271080%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-5-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-5-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-5-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-5-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-5-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-5-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-5-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-5-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-5-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/vmts.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ship-3d-laser-scanning-egcs-5.jpg 1920w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Selected_Previous_Projects\"><\/span>Selected Previous Projects<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>These include surveying work for BWTS retrofit at:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Go Dau Port<\/li>\n<li>Go Gia Port<\/li>\n<li>Cai Mep Port<\/li>\n<li>Duyen Hai 2 Thermal Power Plant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>All of these projects required high precision, urgent timelines, and challenging working environments\u2014forming a solid foundation that enables VMT Solutions to confidently expand into EGCS projects.<\/p>\n<p>With optimized workflows, extensive field experience, and cutting-edge equipment, VMT Solutions is recognized as the only company in Vietnam with the expertise to deliver comprehensive and reliable 3D laser scanning services for EGCS retrofit projects.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>VMT Solutions is committed to providing accurate, fast, and professional 3D laser scanning solutions to help shipowners and design teams overcome every challenge in upgrading vessels to meet international standards.<\/p>\n<p>If you are preparing to upgrade your vessel to comply with MARPOL or planning EGCS\/BWTS retrofit work, please <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/contact-us\/\">contact VMT Solutions<\/a><\/strong> for a free consultation and a fast quotation for 3D laser scanning services.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>VMT Solutions is proud to announce the successful completion of a 3D laser scanning project on a marine vessel to support the design and installation of an Exhaust Gas Cleaning System (EGCS). This is a [&#8230;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":36173,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[329,447],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-32960","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-3d-laser-scanning","category-point-cloud-en"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/32960","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=32960"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/32960\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":32968,"href":"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/32960\/revisions\/32968"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/36173"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=32960"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=32960"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vmts.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=32960"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}