Latest News – Page 249
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NewsEquipment orders for offshore wind vessels
Equipment orders have been made for four offshore wind service vessels to enable them to service wind farms efficiently.
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NewsTug operators adapt to life with Covid-19
Vital support sectors of the maritime world affected by Covid-19 are having to adopt new ways of operating in a world facing severe restrictions.
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NewsABB to power Asia’s first LNG hybrid tug
Swiss technology company ABB Group has outlined its involvement in the newbuilding LNG-powered tug under construction for operation in the Port of Singapore.
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NewsTug deliveries round-up
Seven new tug deliveries held over from last month from Damen Shipyards Group are examined here including a closer look at the design types and new owners.
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NewsFirst female president for UK marine body
A UK marine organisation has appointed its first female president to drive its growth.
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NewsRostock expansion targets bigger ships
The German Baltic seaport Rostock is investing heavily again this year in major terminal and quayside expansion to meet the benefits offered by approach channel deepening set to begin next year, writes Tom Todd.
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News15 metre electric patrol boat
The Netherlands with its extensive network of inland waterways has taken a lead in promoting emission free electric vessels and further proof of this is seen with an order for a 15 metre electric patrol boat writes Dag Pike.
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NewsSolar technology for improved port safety
An off-grid solar module manufacturer is expanding its commitment to the use of solar technology.
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NewsHigh intensity marine lantern launched
A new a high intensity, two-tier marine lantern has been launched with a range of 7-11NM.
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NewsDamen delivers Multi Cat 1908
Damen Shipyards Group has delivered a Multi Cat 1908 to a Scottish workboat operator.
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NewsFull steam ahead for Finnish LNG newbuild
Construction of Finland’s LNG car-passenger newbuild ''Aurora Botnia'' is on track again after concerns about coronavirus were eased, reports Tom Todd.
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NewsUnique dive support ship faces build delay
Completion of a unique 69m diving support ship for authorities on Germany’s Rhine shipping artery has been thrown slightly off track by the coronavirus outbreak, reports Tom Todd.
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NewsEquipment deal for vessel designer
An Asia-headquartered high speed vessel designer has struck an equipment deal for its new fast crew boats.
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NewsFree charting data overlay offer
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.
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NewsNew partnership will develop foil-stabilised CTVs
UK naval architects Chartwell Marine and America’s Cup team spin out company BAR Technologies, will now work together to offer a range of foil stabilised monohulls to serve Round III windfarms.
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NewsLine handling vessel delivered
An Australian boat builder has delivered a new 8m long offshore line handling vessel powered by a 320Hp Mercury diesel 4.2L engine to a marine logistics company.
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NewsRIBS as workboats: an emerging trend
According to a Netherlands boatbuilder and vessel operator the Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) is emerging as a more mobile, efficient, flexible, safe, reliable and cost-effective solution for near-shore and offshore work.
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NewsMaritime training courses moving online
The Covid-19 pandemic has precipitated many ongoing trends in the maritime economy, not least the move of many training courses onto online platforms.
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NewsNew CTVs help meet offshore wind demand
Two new crew transfer vessels (CTVs) have been launched to meet demand from offshore wind farm operators as the UK and European offshore wind power sector expands.
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NewsKotug mooring acquisition
Dutch tugs and towage specialist Kotug International B.V. has completed the 100% acquisition of Marsol International Ltd., a leading offshore and marine terminal service centre.
