TMS Cardiff Gas reduces SIRE 2.0 inspection failures by 34 percent with AI-powered Kaiko Systems mobile app

TMS Cardiff Gas has reported a 34 percent reduction in negative SIRE 2.0 observations across its LNG and LPG fleet following the rollout of Kaiko Systems digital inspection platform.

The Athens-based ship manager transitioned from a manual Excel-based process to Kaiko’s structured digital tool to meet the growing demands of the SIRE 2.0 regime. The updated inspection protocol introduced approximately 600 questions requiring photographic evidence and individual crew familiarity. Preparing for inspections previously took up to one month per vessel and involved extensive coordination between onboard departments and shore teams.

Since adopting Kaiko Systems, TMS Cardiff Gas has cut inspection preparation time to as little as 10 to 15 days per vessel. The platform enables crews to complete assessments efficiently while giving the shore office real-time visibility into readiness and compliance levels.

This alignment removed the guesswork and eliminated the inconsistencies that plagued the Excel-based process.

Capt Nikolaos Fragkos, Deputy Marine Operations Manager at TMS Cardiff Gas, said: “The results speak for themselves. We are delighted that our decision to work with Kaiko Systems has helped our crews enormously in the time and work that goes into preparing or inspections. We chose Kaiko because it offers a comprehensive digital approach to self-assessment. The platform is designed to support operators in building and maintaining inspection evidence proactively, rather than reactively.”

The platform’s structured walkthroughs and photographic documentation features have improved clarity and engagement across the fleet. Junior crew members are now consistently scoring 90 to 100 percent on their assigned sections, and senior officers report reduced workload and improved consistency in responses.

Kaiko Systems is now fully integrated across TMS Cardiff Gas’s fleet of LNG and LPG carriers. The improvements have been recognised by major charterers including Shell, Chevron, Total and Qatar Gas during recent inspections.

CEO and founder of Kaiko Systems Fabian Fussek said: “We are proud to share these positive results with the industry, This is tangible evidence that our digital solution can provides crew members with significant time savings, contributing to overall operational excellence. Seafarers can feel happy and confident when using the mobile-first app and reduce levels of anxiety surrounding inspections. The structured, digital process enables proactive preparation, reduces negative observations, and boosts crew confidence at every level."