Latest News – Page 2
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NewsDutch hail success of two-year reef block scheme
Two years on from a dual erosion protection and marine life encouragement scheme, the Dutch water board is calling it a success.
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News12 offshore TSOs lay foundations for offshore grids
Connecting Europe’s grids offshore: transmission system operators reveal plans to move towards supporting energy independence for the continent.
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NewsChoppy waters for US offshore wind as Equinor project binned
A decision by the US Department of Interior to halt an Equinor offshore wind farm ‘should send chills across all industries investing in and holding contracts with the United States,” said president and CEO of the Oceantic Network Liz Burdock.
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NewsTurkish build expertise for Damen Stan Tug double
With the design and licence provided by Damen, Arena Offshore will construct the Stan Tugs 1606 at its own facilities in Istanbul
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NewsNew waste solution for smaller vessels
The Finnish firm Evac Group has launched a waste solution designed for smaller vessels.
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NewsScottish researchers uncover untracked vessel threat
Over half of vessels in Scotland’s coastal waters are untracked, raising serious concerns for vessel safety
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NewsUK MOD issues £65.5m tender for diving equipment
Dive equipment supply and services worth £65.5 million over five years are to be contracted by the UK Ministry of Defence.
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NewsContract signed for seven electric loch-class ferries
Seven fully electric ferries will be built to serve remote island communities in Scotland.
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NewsTOMORROW! Join our free Floodfighters webinar
TOMORROW! Join our Floodfighters webinar with experts on maritime Search and Rescue.
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NewsRapid vessel charging along the UK’s south coast
The Electric Seaway (TES) project has created a robust network to support the region’s growing fleet of electric vessels
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NewsComposites Part 2: New demands, new shapes
With the recent moves toward new fuels and batteries, it might be high time to consider what composite builds can offer, particularly with their potential for weight savings and novel architecture, writes Stevie Knight.
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News£20 million finance facility opened to commercial marine
Finance has been made available to smaller commercial marine businesses in the UK by the British Business Bank, which has agreed a new facility with BFS Marine Finance.
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NewsMaritime Law Focus: Shareholders’ agreements
Marine legal experts Jennie Harris and Lucy Goff’s latest column explores the benefits of shareholders’ agreements.
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NewsSecond offshore wind Ro-Ro cargo vessel for Siemens
Two new heavy load Ro-Ro cargo vessels will help boost capacity and strengthen efficiency in marine renewables
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NewsSalvage heroes – a tale of two ships
As the salvage comes to an end of the Solong and Stena Immaculate vessels that were involved in a collision in the North Sea last month, Peter Barker examines the work involved in getting them back to shore.
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NewsElectric drives could transform small craft inshore work
Electric propulsion, particularly for small commercial craft working in harbour settings, is still a big growth area. Jake Frith took a RIB with a 40kW motor for a spin at Ocean Business, and amid the quietness of the electric propulsion, had a good chat with RAD Propulsion’s Dan Hook.
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NewsSaildrone boosts European maritime surveillance
Saildrone has opened a Danish subsidiary to boost European maritime security with autonomous surveillance and seafloor mapping
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NewsTurkey set to plunge into offshore wind
With onshore wind a major component of Turkey’s energy production, it is now turning its attention to offshore wind. Debbie Mason reports.
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NewsØrsted CEO calls on Europe to install 10GW/year offshore wind
Ørsted’s new CEO has called on Europe to install 10GW of offshore wind each year – but panellists at the WindEurope event voiced concerns over a range of things that will not make this an easy feat.
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NewsDEME expands offshore wind with Havfram takeover
DEME is to acquire Havfram for €900 million to expand its global offshore wind capabilities and fleet strength
