Mooring Lines (Synthetic)
medium
8 / 8 models (Inspector)
High-performance synthetic mooring ropes for ship-to-berth mooring.
5 manufacturers · 8 models
Bridon-Bekaert
2
Superline Nylon 8-Strand
80mm dia, MBL 180t
· Anchor Chain / Mooring Lines
Material
nylon
Construction
8-strand plaited
Diameter (mm)
80
Mbl tonnes
180
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- UV degradation
- Internal heat build-up
- Chafe at fairlead
Service: Inspect for glazing; retire at 50% residual strength.
Spare Parts: Bridon-Bekaert: Bremsbeläge an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 3-6 Wochen.
Superline HMPE 12-Strand
56mm dia, MBL 200t
· Anchor Chain / Mooring Lines
Material
HMPE
Construction
12-strand
Diameter (mm)
56
Mbl tonnes
200
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- Creep under sustained load
- Axial compression fatigue
- Jacketing damage
Service: Avoid sustained loads >50% MBL; inspect jacket quarterly.
Spare Parts: Bridon-Bekaert: Bremsbeläge an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 3-6 Wochen.
Lankhorst Ropes
2
Lankoforce HMPE
52mm dia, MBL 170t
· Anchor Chain / Mooring Lines
Material
HMPE
Construction
12-strand
Diameter (mm)
52
Mbl tonnes
170
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- Creep failure
- Marine growth fouling
- Splice pull-through
Service: Track creep elongation; re-splice if >2% permanent elongation.
Spare Parts: Lankhorst Ropes: Bremsbeläge an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 3-6 Wochen.
Lankopoly Polypropylene
72mm dia, MBL 95t
· Anchor Chain / Mooring Lines
Material
polypropylene
Construction
8-strand
Diameter (mm)
72
Mbl tonnes
95
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- UV embrittlement
- Fibre melting from friction
- Snap-back hazard
Service: Keep out of direct sunlight when stored; replace at 40% strength loss.
Spare Parts: Lankhorst Ropes: Bremsbeläge an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 3-6 Wochen.
Samson Rope
2
Sam-Pro 12 Polyester
64mm dia, MBL 120t
· Anchor Chain / Mooring Lines
· Double-Braid Polyester
Material
polyester
Construction
double-braid
Diameter (mm)
64
Mbl tonnes
120
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- Core-jacket differential wear
- Splice creep
- Abrasion at chock
Service: Rotate rope end-for-end yearly; inspect splices for slippage.
Spare Parts: Samson Rope: Bremsbeläge an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 3-6 Wochen.
Strengths
- High strength-to-weight ratio
- Excellent resistance to abrasion and UV degradation
- Good chemical resistance
- Low stretch for better mooring control
- Easy to handle and inspect
Weaknesses
- Core-jacket differential wear can lead to reduced lifespan
- Splice creep can occur over time, affecting line integrity
- Abrasion at chocks can be a significant issue if not properly managed
Typical Vessels:
TankerContainerBulk CarrierCruise Ship
Certifications:
ABSDNVLloyd's Register
Decision Guide: Choose if you prioritize high strength, durability, and resistance to environmental factors in your mooring lines. Avoid if you are looking for a line with minimal maintenance requirements or are operating in extremely high-temperature environments.
Use Cases: Typically deployed for mooring operations in harsh marine environments, such as offshore oil and gas platforms, large container ships, and bulk carriers, where high strength and durability are crucial.
AmSteel-Blue HMPE
48mm dia, MBL 160t
· Anchor Chain / Mooring Lines
Material
HMPE
Construction
12-strand single braid
Diameter (mm)
48
Mbl tonnes
160
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- Creep under constant load
- Cut damage
- Heat sensitivity
Service: Do not use in constant tension application; inspect for cuts monthly.
Spare Parts: Samson Rope: Bremsbeläge an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 3-6 Wochen.
Gleistein
1
GeoSteel HMPE
44mm dia, MBL 140t
· Anchor Chain / Mooring Lines
Material
HMPE
Construction
12-strand braided
Diameter (mm)
44
Mbl tonnes
140
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- Creep failure risk
- Bend-fatigue at fairlead
- Jacket wear
Service: Minimum D/d ratio 8:1; inspect fairlead radius.
Spare Parts: Gleistein: Bremsbeläge an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 3-6 Wochen.
Marlow Ropes
1
Marlow Blue Ocean HMPE
60mm dia, MBL 185t
· Anchor Chain / Mooring Lines
Material
HMPE
Construction
double-braid
Diameter (mm)
60
Mbl tonnes
185
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- Jacket abrasion
- Splice integrity loss
- Creep elongation
Service: Re-splice every 3 years; track elongation.
Spare Parts: Marlow Ropes: Bremsbeläge an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 3-6 Wochen.