In ports where large ships dock frequently, vessel fenders provide protection for both the ships and the port infrastructure. These areas often use pneumatic or elastomeric fenders for larger vessels.
Oil and Gas Terminals:
Oil terminals, where large tankers dock to unload petroleum products, often use reinforced fenders such as chain-tyre pneumatic fenders to handle the substantial forces from large vessels.
Harbors and Marinas:
Smaller vessels, yachts, and recreational boats often use foam fenders or rubber fender systems to protect their hulls and ensure a safe docking process.
Offshore Platforms:
Offshore oil platforms and floating structures use large fenders, typically pneumatic or elastomeric, to protect the platform from impacts caused by vessels during docking or when coming in for maintenance.
Ship-to-Ship (STS) Operations:
During STS transfers (where cargo or fuel is transferred between two ships), fenders are used to protect both vessels from damage while alongside each other in open water.
