Mooring
Timm™ by Wilhelmsen mooring ropes aren’t just built to hold — they protect. Built for strength and durability, they’re engineered with advanced safety features that help reduce risk and improve the efficiency of every mooring operation.
Mooring is one of the most hazardous operations on board. At Wilhelmsen, we’ve made it our mission to reduce risk at the rope level. Through advanced engineering, stringent testing, and the introduction of industry-first safety features such as the Snap Back Arrestor (SBA™) — our ropes are redefining what safe mooring looks like in practice, not just on paper.
Our complete solution:
Mooring Ropes
Built to endure, engineered for safety. Our ropes combine high strength with industry-leading features like the DNV-certified Snap Back Arrestor (SBA™).
Line Management Plan
Bring structure to mooring operations. Our LMP tool helps vessels optimize rope lifecycle and ensure audit-ready compliance.
Smart Ropes
Take mooring to the digital age. Monitor load, wear, and safety metrics in real-time — giving crews insight, foresight, and peace of mind.
Discover how innovation is changing mooring safety
Learn more here!Compliance with SOLAS safe mooring regulations
SOLAS Regulation II-1/3-8 takes effect on January 1, 2024. Learn more about the amendments to Circ. 1175 and the new guidelines, Circ. 1619 and Circ. 1620, to ensure compliance.
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Digital Line Management Plan
Looking for a line management solution? LMP™ by Wilhelmsen is an easy-to-use digital line management plan that helps you comply with SOLAS Cir. 1620 in maintaining mooring equipment inspection and maintenance records.
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Wilhelmsen insights
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An overview of the regulations and guidelines governing mooring lines
We give a snapshot of the relevant regulatory framework governing the mooring process and mooring equipment (including ropes), and the key concepts they introduce. Find out the risks and pain points of non-compliance and how best to comply with regulations like the upcoming SOLAS Regulation II-1/3-8 by only using certified ropes that are fit for purpose, alongside an effective Line Management Plan (LMP).
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Differences in technology qualification for mooring ropes with Anti Snap-Back features
With various types of certificates associated with mooring ropes, navigating the differences between a statement of qualified technology and other certifications can be challenging. This article provides an overview of the main types of certificates and why you need to obtain them from the ropes supplier.
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Why using unverified anti snap-back solutions can be a serious threat to safety in mooring operations
Substandard imitations of Wilhelmsen’s genuine SBA™ (Snap Back Arrestor) that lack third-party technology validation and do not perform as described should be avoided as part of safety management best practice.
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Selecting the right rope - Why should you be looking at LDBF?
In the history of ship mooring, diameter has often been the only criterium in the selection of ropes. Today, it is still commonly used to compare mooring ropes, with common advice being that thicker ropes should be chosen for heavier vessels. The article examines how the measured diameter may differ from the value listed in product descriptions and why you should be looking at Line Design Break Force (LDBF).
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Thomas Caradec, Technical Product Manager, Ropes
Vessel Specific Solutions
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Container
The Timm™ Master range is the preferred rope of choice for much of the world’s container fleet offering reliability and strength at a reduced cost. With an enviable strength-to-weight ratio and excellent abrasion resistance, Timm Master standardised mixed composition ropes are also type approved.
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Cruise
The Acera™ range of HMPE ropes is one of the preferred choices for the largest and most technologically advanced cruise vessels on earth. Offering high breaking strength, along with reduced mooring times, the Acera range’s performance is as eyecatching as its colourful coatings.
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Tanker
The Timm™ Master range is the preferred rope of choice for much of the world’s tanker fleet offering reliability and strength at a reduced cost. With an enviable strength-to-weight ratio and excellent abrasion resistance, Timm Master standardised mixed composition ropes are also type approved.
Our Solutions
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Conventional Ropes
Conventional ropes offer cost effective solutions. These floating, flexible and easily handled products have long been admired as premium mooring ropes.
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High Performance Ropes
Our aim is to change the market dynamics for high performance ropes. Acera™ genuine HMPE ropes are stronger than steel, with 1/7 of the weight – and 1/3 of a same strength polyester rope weight.
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Stretchers
Mooring tails are used to protect the mooring lines and to allow ships to sway and move with the environment. Our Mooring tails are typically used with steel wire and HMPE ropes, providing shock/energy absorbing within the mooring system.
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Rope Protection
These high tenacity guards are suitable for all fibre rope types. Chafe guards can be easily installed and can provide an instant defensive barrier against sharp surfaces and edges. The Timm Chafe Guard is highly resistant to mineral acids, alkali, electrolytes, oxidising agents and remains stable in aqueous acids and non-polar solvents.
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Onboard Ropes Inspection
We offer visual inspections of mooring ropes on board your vessel, providing inspection reports and recommendations for your mooring lines and arrangements.
Need advice?
With offices in 75 countries supporting our non-stop operations in 2 200 port locations across the globe, you can be assured that we have the local knowledge and industry expertise to find the best solution to cater for your needs.
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