Accessories & Equipment – Page 3
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NewsSurvival manual updated
Seafarers can now benefit from an updated survival manual for lifeboats and liferafts.
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NewsNew guide to handling water jets
The increasing popularity of water jet–propelled vessels both in the civilian and military sectors of the maritime industry has outpaced the commonly available and approachable books on these ships, says one publisher.
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NewsElectric revolution for walk to work gangway
Dutch offshore access provider Ampelmann, has announced the launch of an electric version of its signature A-type system.
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NewsIncreased offshore wind vessel order
Following the receipt of equipment orders for four offshore wind service vessels announced in May 2020, MacGregor has received an additional order for another two vessels.
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NewsAI now dealing with real Mayday calls
Since June 21, Sweden''s sea and air rescue leaders have been trialling an artificial intelligence solution that monitors Mayday calls.
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NewsAffordable internet up to 20 miles offshore
Primarily selling into the marine leisure market, this new LTE-A cellular network communications system could be a cost-effective solution for small commercial vessels that rarely stray over 20 miles offshore.
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NewsShallow water navigation simulator
HGK Shipping will be using the “SANDRA II” shallow water navigation simulator owned by the city of Duisburg so that its inland waterway personnel can gain practical training in future.
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NewsPPE contract for offshore wind farm sites
A leading manufacturer and distributor of Personal Protection Equipment and Maintenance Repair and Operational equipment has just announced it has successfully secured a significant contract with one of Europe’s leading energy companies.
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NewsDyneema slings for windfarm transition pieces
Heavy lift shipping and offshore transport & installation contractor, Jumbo, is using Dyneema heavy lift slings to install offshore wind turbine transition pieces.
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NewsDavit docking-head demand doubles
According to one manufacturer, the business of offshore windfarm turbine installation is driving demand for docking-head davits.
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NewsSmall maritime terminal brings fast data speeds
As a provider of safety and support at sea, ESVAGT needs a reliable system of communication between ship and shore to ensure fast response in case of emergencies such as oil spill recovery and firefighting.
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Digitalization for smaller vessels
As digitalisation spreads across the shipping industry, having access to email services is gaining importance in order to receive navigation updates, port notifications and operational instructions.
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News45cm VSAT antenna set to open up new markets
A new 45cm diameter VSAT antenna is the latest addition to a new range of compact, space and cost efficient antennas.
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NewsShock monitoring systems aid safety at sea
Four new vessel shock monitoring systems have been launched for safer operations at sea.
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NewsRadar imagery made easier
Vessel traffic and port security management is being made easier with new software that enables the display of sophisticated radar imagery with maps and target symbology on hardware.
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NewsSpeed adaptive autopilot upgrade
The AlphaPilot MFS-VR from JRC/ Alphatron is an adaptive autopilot that uses information of speed or draft and it is suitable for multiple vessel types, like workboats, fast crew tender vessels, fishing boats, tugs and more.
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NewsThrill rides RIB fatality report makes sad reading
The UK’s MAIB has released an interim report concerning a fatal collision between an ‘Experience Rides’ RIB and a steel navigation buoy, in the hope that the publicity could help prevent a similar tragedy this summer.
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NewsWalk to work with a Viking
A new lifejacket-fitted Walk-to-Work crew transfer suit overcomes a cumbersome feature of offshore wind turbine maintenance procedures without compromising safety.
