Accessories & Equipment – Page 44

  • A red hand flare being used
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    Flares undergo extensive testing

    2015-04-22T09:21:00Z

    Contrary to may people’s beliefs, flares don’t spit hot metal and, under SOLAS regulations, have to comply with extremely strict criteria ensuring consistent and reliable performance, so says Chris Feibusch, head of global marketing at Drew Marine Signal and Safety.

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    US advances GPS back-up system

    2015-04-20T14:57:00Z

    The USA has moved a step closer to providing a back-up system for GPS with the introduction of a bill into the House of Representatives.

  • Henriksen Liftview cabin display
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    Davit safety

    2015-04-02T10:37:00Z

    Geoscience company CGG has set new standards for workboat safety following the introduction of a system that monitors the loads being lifted by its workboat davits. As we first covered in February’s ‘MJ’ a new weight measurement system was developed in Norway by Henriksen Hooks as a means of solving ...

  • Although not yet open, the Brazilian Huisman production facility has already been awarded a number of contracts
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    Huisman gets foot in Brazil’s door

    2015-03-20T16:26:00Z

    The very first Brazilian Huisman winch packages will soon be coming out of the company’s new production facility in Navegantes, Brazil.

  • North Star's gondola will lift (willing) guests 91m above sea level both at port and underway.
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    Panoramic passenger pod

    2015-03-20T16:15:00Z

    We don’t normally include cruise industry content in ‘Maritime Journal’, but on this occasion we couldn’t resist as a cruise ship viewing pod has now, according to its makers, introduced a new concept in the world of marine cranes.

  • Both tugs are being outfitted with Markey’s standard DEPC-48 electric hawser winch on the bow
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    Help for hands-free working

    2015-03-19T15:31:00Z

    Two soon-to-be-delivered tugs, the Robert Allan designed ‘Lela Franco’ and ‘Michelle Sloan’ are presently being outfitted by Markey Machinery in the US.

  • News

    Rope takeover

    2015-03-19T15:10:00Z

    Wire rope specialist Hendrik Veder Group has acquired full ownership of Myhre Rope Services, a company which was originally a 50:50 joint venture between Dutch company Hendrik Veder Group and Aberdeen based ATR Group.

  • An offshore crane lifts a 12 tonne gearbox and disk brake assembly. Photo: Paul Anderson
    News

    Filling in the missing pieces

    2015-03-17T16:53:00Z

    Subsea lifting has risen enormously in complexity, but the standards, being based on the simpler operations of the past, have lagged far behind.

  • Rolls-Royce has aimed its LARS at the tooled up, heavier work ROVs and built the units with a 12 tonne capability
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    Capacity: a fundamental issue

    2015-03-17T16:39:00Z

    “Today more than ever the cost aspect is high on the agenda,” said Martijn Peter de Jongh of Rolls-Royce Marine AS, but finding the balance between price and capability can be tricky.

  • Models with an SWL of 60 tonnes and higher are also available with integral capstans, if required
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    Standard hooks

    2015-03-17T10:21:00Z

    Swedish headquartered Trelleborg’s marine systems operation has increased its range of Quick Release Hooks (QRHs) with the addition of the ReadyMoor range, a standardised solution that provides the fastest lead time for commercial applications, where bespoke solutions are not required.

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    ChartCo feedback

    2015-03-09T15:04:00Z

    Over 200 users of ChartCo’s data management software PassageManager recently completed an online survey on PassageManager and its Technical Support service.

  • The app works on all three smartphone operating systems
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    Imtech Marine launches service app

    2015-03-09T10:18:00Z

    Imtech Marine recently launched a service app, under its service and nav/com brand Radio Holland. The aim of the app is to facilitate owners and operators around the world to quickly find the nearest Imtech Marine/RH service location for service and maintenance, via their smart phone.

  • KVH’s IP-MobileCast service is designed to be an end-to-end solution which efficiently transmits content over the mini-VSAT Broadband network.
    News

    Classy connections

    2015-03-08T10:38:00Z

    According to Seawork 2015 exhibitor CA Clase, the new IP-MobileCast content delivery service from KVH makes a leap into the digital age using their new mini-VSAT Broadband satellite network. IP-MobileCast service solves a number of key areas for any vessel with its operational and crew welfare capabilities. These ...

  • The new G4 service will be particularly beneficial when the line of sight to certain satellites is obstructed by offshore structures
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    Fugro launches G4 positioning system

    2015-02-23T14:47:00Z

    Fugro claims to be the world''s largest integrated supplier of survey and geotechnical related services. This encompasses every aspect of both the offshore and onshore construction sectors with Fugro supplying the vital services that ensure the reliable and effective construction and installation of a wide variety of structures.

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    Ferry comms

    2015-02-23T12:56:00Z

    Canadian ferry operator Marine Atlantic Inc. (MAI) has selected Netherlands –based Imtech Marine to replace its ship to shore wireless communication system. Given a short timeframe, installation took place in just three weeks.

  • ‘Sonne’ will carry the GNS Voyager Package 3
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    Software for ‘Sonne’

    2015-02-23T10:09:00Z

    UK- headquartered Global Navigation Solutions (‘GNS’) has announced that Briese Schiffahrt, operators of Germany’s newest research vessel, ‘RV Sonne’, have chosen to install Voyager navigation software on the new German research vessel. As reported in ‘Maritime Journal’ the new eco-friendly and energy-efficient ‘Sonne’ was launched by Chancellor Merkel on 11 ...

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    ECDIS seminar report

    2015-02-20T11:51:00Z

    The first in a series of seminars covering the challenges of ECDIS Implementation, Procedures & Solutions was successfully held in the Yacht Club Greece, Athens. The hosts of this event, ChartWorld International Ltd. and the UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO), were very pleased to welcome the top experts of many well-known ...

  • Blended learning means that clients can learn all the theory elements of a course at sea, while working on a vessel, or at home, via e-learning
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    Blended learning

    2015-02-12T15:13:00Z

    Ocean Training Online, a UK-based marine training provider has launched what it claims is the first Blended Learning course approved by the MCA: Officer of the Watch (Yachts under 3000 gt) The Master 200 course is also about to be launched.

  • Bespoke Parmaris lifejacket delivered to Sunsail
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    Parmaris performs

    2015-02-05T12:07:00Z

    Parmaris, a UK-based manufacturer of bespoke commercial and leisure lifejackets, has reported a period of rapid development in the past 18 months. The company, which specialises in supplying wholesale lifejackets to a wide range of organisations, has employed additional staff to keep up with production.

  • MissionEase works on a system of hydraulic cradles
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    New multi-boat handling system

    2015-02-04T17:25:00Z

    Norway-based boat handling system and specialised davit supplier Vestdavit has designed a multiple-boat handling system which, it claims, will make boat handling safer and simpler in the hangars and mission bays of various craft from warships and seismic craft to expedition yachts.