Accessories & Equipment – Page 8

  • LifeLadder
    News

    Solar technology for improved port safety

    2020-05-15T01:55:00Z

    An off-grid solar module manufacturer is expanding its commitment to the use of solar technology.

  • CIO+ automates the process of applying additional data in ECDIS
    News

    Free charting data overlay offer

    2020-05-13T11:39:00Z

    To help offset stresses on overworked bridge teams and crew driven by the current pandemic, ChartWorld is offering its CIO+ Information Overlay Service free of charge to all vessels until the crew exchange process has been resolved.

  • This one day radar course has moved online
    News

    Maritime training courses moving online

    2020-05-12T11:21:00Z

    The Covid-19 pandemic has precipitated many ongoing trends in the maritime economy, not least the move of many training courses onto online platforms.

  • Diamond Intercom and Radio Combiner system
    News

    Technology deal for lifeboat refit project

    2020-05-10T20:58:00Z

    A supplier of audio communications technology will help ensure a lifeboat refit project has the equipment it needs to operate efficiently.

  • marine distress flare
    News

    Plan ahead to avoid supply delays

    2020-05-07T14:50:00Z

    A global supplier of marine distress signals has urged businesses to order pyrotechnic products ahead of their expiry dates, following the updated guidance of certification of goods for seafarers released by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Load testing the crane in its new position
    News

    Moving a vessel crane inside a short time window

    2020-05-01T10:51:00Z

    With a lead time of only 6 weeks, a client of a UK marine engineering firm had an urgent request to fit out a 120-tonne catamaran diving tender, ‘Shoreline Engineer’, with new deck cradles and winches.

  • acquisition deal
    News

    Digital chart agent makes acquisition

    2020-04-14T18:21:00Z

    A digital chart agent and ECDIS manufacturer has announced the acquisition of a Canadian company.

  • 'Tug Assist Tool' requires the input of eight variables to calculate required bollard pull (Marine-Pilots.com)
    News

    Bollard pull calculator for marine pilots

    2020-04-14T11:55:00Z

    A smartphone app has been launched providing marine pilots with a tool to calculate the number of tugs and power required in different situational and environmental conditions.

  • beacons
    News

    Manufacturers raise awareness on 406Day

    2020-04-07T14:07:00Z

    Three beacon manufacturers have raised 406 MHz beacon awareness and offered important advice on the eighth annual 406Day.

  • The Anode Cage Installation Aid (ACIA). Graphic: Eager.one
    News

    Tight tolerance for anode lift

    2020-04-07T12:24:00Z

    When it comes to wind farm construction, a floating vessel has an advantage over a jackup as it has no need to put its feet down. But despite its efficiency, there are still challenges to overcome.

  • The USCG cutter will take on ‘heavy polar’ operations reaching -40°C
    News

    Cold kit for Polar Security Cutter

    2020-04-07T12:15:00Z

    The US Coast Guard’s Polar Security Cutter is being built for arctic conditions, but that has an impact on the deck equipment, Francis Wong of MacGregor told MJ.

  • VSTEP simulator at JRC/Alphatron’s training department in Rotterdam
    News

    Simulators for Marcom-A training and ECDIS type specific training

    2020-03-27T10:29:00Z

    Since February 2020 JRC/Alphatron’s training department in Rotterdam has new VSTEP simulators available on which trainees can be trained while using the latest software. With these new simulators up and running, the company has announced the re-introduction of ECDIS Type Specific Training and Marcom-A training.

  • ZOLEO
    News

    Global messaging device improves connectivity

    2020-03-11T14:34:00Z

    A new global messaging and personal safety device automatically transitions between satellite, cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity for those who live, work or travel on the fringe of terrestrial coverage.

  • marine worker
    News

    Call for skills survey participation

    2020-03-09T16:46:00Z

    Marine professionals are being urged to take part in a skills survey for a thriving UK maritime region that faces recruitment challenges.

  • workshop
    News

    Workshop aims to improve safety at sea

    2020-03-06T13:26:00Z

    An upcoming workshop for maritime professionals will focus on sharing knowledge and practical experiences to improve safety at sea.

  • OneWeb
    News

    First global comms network in space

    2020-03-03T13:11:00Z

    The first global communications network in space is being built to deliver ubiquitous, low latency, high speed connectivity worldwide in a move that aims to provide a unique offering for the maritime sector.

  • robot
    News

    Coronavirus disinfection robot combats COVID-19

    2020-03-03T10:05:00Z

    An autonomous whole-room disinfection robot system is proving useful in the marine industry, given the current COVID-19 crisis.

  • vessel connectivity
    News

    KVH technology package now more accessible

    2020-02-28T09:45:00Z

    KVH Industries has expanded its AgilePlans offering with a regional solution for smaller commercial vessels.

  • News

    AI and remote workforce collaboration project

    2020-02-27T10:04:00Z

    Collaboration and artificial intelligence firm FrontM has signed a collaboration agreement with Station Satcom, a global satellite communications provider headquartered in India.

  • Intertek
    News

    Marine market access made easier

    2020-02-21T10:10:00Z

    A Total Quality Assurance provider has made it easier for manufacturers of lifesaving products to get their products to the marine market with its new accreditation.