Solent: Trimline transforms ship repairs with new support department

Marine interior refurbishment specialists Trimline has launched an in-service support department, providing a one-stop-shop solution to identify, plan and deliver maintenance activities ‘on the run’ to maintain a high standard between refurbishments.

The team will be managed by newly-appointed in-service support director Ian Jolliffe, who has 15 years’ experience in marine engineering and business improvement at Sunseeker.  Joliffe will be supported by catering in-service support manager Ieuan Wathen, who is renowned for his expertise in galley design, troubleshooting and maintenance. Under their leadership, the team is expected to grow rapidly, contributing 30% of Trimline’s total turnover within three to five years.

“Trimline is the first and at present only supplier to offer this unique service,” said Jolliffe. “Our focus is to deliver excellent value and to constantly improve passenger experience by maintaining everything from galley to upholstery in between scheduled full refurbishments. We will be operating as a true one-stop-shop and it goes without saying that we will maintain the high standards for which Trimline is renowned.”

“This a huge step forward for the business and for our clients,” added CEO Andrew Richards. “We have always sought to minimise vessel downtime and control clients’ costs, but Ian and his team will deliver real continuity while taking our offering to the next level and transforming the way ship operators think and work.”