Scientists Rejoice as 'Ulysses' Monitors Irish Sea

01 May 2003

A TriOS Optical Sensors' hyperspectral radiometer system which will be used to monitor ocean colour in the Irish Sea is being trialed prior to installation on board the Irish Ferries vessel Ulysses, which crosses between Holyhead and Dublin. The system from the German manufacturer has been supplied by their UK and Ireland representative, Hampshire based RS Aqua Ltd, and is being extensively tested on board the research vessels Prince Madog and Celtic Voyager. 

Bespoke Transducer Keeps Engine Monitoring Shipshape

01 May 2003

When Malin Instruments required a bespoke pressure transducer for their portable ship engine analysing system, the company turned to force measurement specialist Thames Side-Maywood. 

Gas Monitor Meets SOLAS Requirement

01 May 2003

Designed to protect personnel against a range of hazardous gases, Crowcon's Triple Plus+ portable gas detector can now be used to monitor container purging on board oil and gas carriers. 

Monitoring & Control for Greek Navy Re-Powers

01 May 2003

Following its selection on the Hellenic Navy's SuperVita Class Fast Attack Craft, VT Control's VTAS automation system has been chosen to provide a modern platform management system on the Hellenic Navy Evropi Class MCMVs. 

Oil Seepage Monitors Watching 'Prestige'

01 May 2003

The Chelsea Technologies Group has sold a suite of UV Aquatrackas to assist in monitoring oil seepage from the sunken tanker Prestige off the northwest coast of Spain.