Modern cruise ships use specialized hydraulic oils in stabilizer fins that extend from the hull to reduce rolling motion by up to 90%. These oils must work reliably at extreme pressures while enduring constant motion as the fins adjust hundreds of times per hour in rough seas. A single large cruise ship's stabilizer system can hold over 1,000 liters of hydraulic fluid, which must maintain consistent performance whether the ship is in tropical Caribbean waters or cold Alaskan fjords. Without this lubrication system, passengers would experience significantly more seasickness and walking across the ship would become challenging.
Explore our lubricant product range
Explore our lubricant product range