Equipment News – Page 50

  • Orca AI
    News

    AI navigation tools help prevent collisions

    2019-02-06T14:55:00Z

    A new company has launched which provides artificial intelligence-backed navigation tools for the maritime industry to help prevent costly collisions.

  • The two antennae are housed in a sealed rectangular radome type unit that weighs 2.5 kilos
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    Furuno’s new satellite compass

    2019-02-06T11:34:00Z

    Japanese electronics giant Furuno has introduced a new satellite compass, the SC33, that is a step up from its earlier SC30, writes Dag Pike.

  • In higher sea states, boats need to be hoisted clear of the water quickly enough to avoid being lifted by the next wave (Photo: Vestdavit)
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    Improving safety standards for workboat launch and recovery

    2019-02-06T10:47:00Z

    DNV GL is reviewing a new voluntary certification standard covering the davits used to launch and recover workboats and tenders writes Dag Pike.

  • The new ferry will operate between the German Wadden islands
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    Nav/Com package for aluminium ferry

    2019-02-01T10:53:00Z

    Radio Holland has received an order for a Navigation & Communication package for a 250-passenger, aluminium catamaran ferry built by Thecla Bodewes Shipyards (TB Shipyards, headquartered in Harlingen, Netherlands).

  • Simon Lamont, founder of Iron Ocean, with the Centurion 3 garments
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    Smart survival garments produce heat when immersed

    2019-02-01T09:17:00Z

    The prototype of a garment developed by Dundee based Iron Ocean which could save the lives of offshore workers in the event of an accident has been unveiled writes Dag Pike.

  • The delivered hydro/meteo system obtains height of tide, tidal stream, salinity, wind speed, wind direction and visibility data
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    IoT platform for Rotterdam

    2019-01-31T13:28:00Z

    A new Internet of Things platform has been developed for the Port of Rotterdam Authority, with the first application for hydro/meteo already in operation.

  • The suit features standby and full drysuit modes
    News

    Ignite drysuit redesigned

    2019-01-31T11:53:00Z

    The Ignite drysuit from US outdoor clothing manufacturer Ocean Rodeo has seen a recent full redesign.

  • RokLUME 280 LED work lamp
    News

    New work lamp offers 4,400 lumens

    2019-01-29T10:08:00Z

    A heavy-duty work lamp has been launched which features a light output of 4,400 lumens and advanced optics to ensure that the right amount of light reaches the area it is most needed.

  • Survitec at work
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    Survitec receives DNV GL Z-17 certification

    2019-01-25T14:27:00Z

    Survitec has received DNV GL Z-17 certification as a class-approved service provider for all DNV-GL classed vessels operating various brands of safety and survival equipment, including lifeboats, liferafts, marine evacuation systems (MES) and fire-fighting equipment and breathing apparatus.

  • News

    Perfect safety record continues

    2019-01-25T13:11:00Z

    US-headquartered classification society ABS has recorded zero lost time work-related incidents for the second year in a row.

  • As the volume of data collected by the system increases, Seacat Services will conduct trend analysis, condition monitoring and preventative maintenance
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    Seacat Services adopts BareFLEET

    2019-01-25T13:00:00Z

    Seacat Services, has installed the BareFLEET system, an advanced remote monitoring system developed by Reygar, across its fleet of fourteen class-certified catamarans.

  • K-Sim Safety includes two separate fire team muster stations with a detailed 3D virtual hotel & machinery space application
    News

    Firefighting simulator

    2019-01-25T12:04:00Z

    Kongsberg Digital has unveiled an innovative new simulator solution for training officers and crew in advanced firefighting.

  • Jo Bird SOS 300 cabinet with tamper seal on ferry
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    New fire hose cabinet for commercial marine market

    2019-01-23T10:30:00Z

    Available from March 2019, the SOS300 fire hose cabinet just launched by UK company Jo Bird can house up to a 25 metre long fire hose together with a jet spray nozzle.

  • News

    ARC Explorer Mk-II Side Scan Sonar delivered

    2019-01-21T16:25:00Z

    Ireland-based River Moy Search & Rescue (RMSR) has taken delivery of an ARC Explorer Mk-II Side Scan Sonar to become the first in the world to operate the new system.

  • Modal Training
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    First offshore provider takes HELM O course

    2019-01-21T15:42:00Z

    CWind has become the first offshore sector provider to undertake Modal Training’s Human Element, Leadership and Management (HELM Operational) course.

  • Transport 2040: Automation, Technology and Employment - the Future of Work
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    Automation impact on IMO’s radar

    2019-01-16T16:15:00Z

    IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim has highlighted the need to consider seafarer training and standards as shipping evolves, with increasing levels of technology and automation.

  • The 'Piana' is a ro-pax ferry that travels between Marseille and Corsica
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    Energy management delivers 2% fuel saving

    2019-01-16T15:37:00Z

    French ferry operator La Méridionale, has taken notable steps in digitalising its fleet with the latest energy management technology.

  • MAST-9 completed approximately 100 tasks commanded from the MAPLE system
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    1,380km of autonomous reconnaissance

    2019-01-16T15:14:00Z

    L3 ASV and Dstl have completed 1,380km of Autonomous Reconnaissance Missions at Autonomous Warrior in Australia.

  • Cadets will also have access to Teekay’s ‘state-of-the-art’ simulation centre in Glasgow
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    Teekay Shipping launches UK Cadet Programme

    2019-01-15T17:34:00Z

    The search for the next generation of UK seafarers has been launched thanks to a collaboration between one of the world’s largest ship owners and a renowned UK maritime charity.

  • Captain John Lloyd
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    New Jack-up DP qualification

    2019-01-15T13:04:00Z

    The Nautical Institute has expanded its certification scheme for Dynamic Positioning Operators (DPOs) to include a qualification for seafarers operating in the renewables sector.