Protecting the precious goods in the cargo holds is the top most priority of the shipping companies. Unfortunately we are seeing a decline in this policy with more focus on meeting the deadlines. To meet the deadlines, most of the shipping companies are ignoring to check tightness of hatch with ultrasound which often results in drastic consequences. The precious goods given by the customers to deliver safely get wet and damaged during the voyage. The lashing waves that sweep the deck in an unearthly manner can break through the gaps and small holes in the hatch covers. The force inflicted by the waves clearly makes the holes bigger and thus a lot of water can enter.

Water entering the ship’s body can cause a series of uncontrollable havoc. It can enter the ship’s electricity panels which would result in a short circuit. If a large amount of water enters the ship, it can also make the ship heavy making it vulnerable to sink or turn turtle. If the ship capsizes or sinks, not only will the entire load of goods be wasted but the ship and its crew would also be harmed incredibly. Losing a ship to the depths of the ocean means that the company has suffered a loss in millions of dollars. This huge loss cannot be easily replaced and the entire profit of the company would be lost for many years.

The fingers of our hands are not of the same size; this is also the matter in the shipping industry. Not every company is willing to put their ships at risk. There are companies which have a very strict policy against leaks. If a leak is found in the hatch cover ultrasonic tightness testing, the ship’s management will not take chance by allowing it to set sail. They will put it on an alert and wait for the repair crew to some and inspect. Upon inspection of the holes by the repair crew, they present a report of the chances of sustainability out in the ocean. If the holes are not threatening, a voyage can be completed.

Upon returning from the voyage the ship is again inspected and then the repair work takes place. The hole free ships are a guarantee that the goods will reach their destination easily and safely. When the ship returns from the workshop, the ship can safely sail for a long time.