See Engineering Magic on the Seawork Pontoon

01 Jun 2006

It was at Seawork 2005 that skipper Graham Etheridge first informed MJ of the impending arrival of RV Callista, a new research vessel for the University of Southampton's School of Ocean & Earth Science. The vessel, then nearing completion at the Tyovene Oy yard in Finland, was duly delivered and became the subject of a Vessel Launch feature in the October 2005 issue of MJ. 

'DieselHouse' Opens in Denmark

01 Jun 2006

MAN B&W's DieselHouse, a technical and cultural experience centre dedicated to diesel engine technology, was opened by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark last month. 

Barrus Powerhouse Back On Seawork Quayside

01 Jun 2006

Marine engine importers and suppliers E P Barrus Ltd always deliver one of the largest and most stunning displays at Seawork, with dozens of inboard and outboard engines glistening on the Seawork quayside. The company, which also builds products specifically to the requirements of OEM or end users such the RNLI and the MoD, will be showing the next generation of Mariner and Mercury OptiMax engines at The enhancements to the 12 new models that range from 75 to 300hp concentrate on key customer attributes including durability, reliability, noise, vibration and harshness (NVH), and overall ease of operation. While each of the 1.5, 2.5 and 3.0 litre engine groups have undergone changes, the most dramatic differences are in the 3.0 litre models that range from 200 to 250hp. 

New Shaft Coating Beats Corrosion

01 Jun 2006

Canada's Thordon Bearings Inc has introduced a new proprietary shaft coating specially formulated to address the recognised risk of traditional coating failures on water lubricated propeller shafts. Thor-Coat will be available through Thordon Bearing's customer service network in over 70 countries. 

Get Your Stern in Gear at Seawork

01 Jun 2006

The vessel on this month's front cover, which can also be viewed on the floating pontoon at Seawork 2006 International, is Skomer, the new 19m steel hull pilot boat built by Mustang Marine for Milford Haven Port Authority. The vessel features stern gear designed and built by Seawork exhibitor BT Marine Propellers Ltd. 

Wartsila Seal of Success at Seawork

01 Jun 2006

Finland based Wartsila Corporation is the world's leading supplier of marine engineered sealing systems, offering a full range of both radial and axial seal types which are commonly known as face seals and lip seals. 

Mermaid Meets MoD at Seawork

01 Jun 2006

Mermaid Marine Engines returns to Seawork as an exhibitor and also as sponsor of the MoD Boat Users Working Group committee meeting and luncheon. As the UK's leading independent marine engine manufacturer, Mermaid Marine have a long association with commercial boat builders and operators as well as the Armed Forces. 

Golden Arrow Launches at Seawork International 2006

01 Jun 2006

Southampton based Golden Arrow Marine will be offering 'Seawork Special' discounts to customers placing engine orders at the show or booking any servicing or maintenance work. Stand number 181 will also feature the marine offerings of sister company Poole Marine Services and the extensive expertise and facilities of Salterns Boatyard, all of which are part of the Salterns Marina organisation.