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Technology company acquisition
Global technology expert Norautron Group has entered into an agreement to acquire 100% of the leading maritime display and computer manufacturer Hatteland Display from Herkules Capital.
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Conference on integrated ship’s information systems
The German Institute of Navigation is organising the 12th International Symposium on Integrated Ship’s Information Systems and Maritime Traffic Engineering.
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NewsHigh North navigation
French company iXBlue is using Fibre Optic Gyroscope (FOG) technology to provide navigational accuracy for extreme maritime applications such as high Northern latitude navigation, nuclear submarine stealth operation as well as mission critical space applications.
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News‘Umoe Firmus’ build on schedule
Norwegian shipbuilder Umoe Mandal placed its new WaveCraft Surface Effect Ship ‘Umoe Firmus’ into the water for the first time on 16 November 2015, which means this technologically advanced vessel is on schedule to arrive in the UK in mid-January 2016.
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NewsFrench connections
France-headquartered marine instrument company LCJ Capteurs recently launched a collection of new products at the Marine Equipment Trade Show in Amsterdam. The products increase the functionality or connection potential of a number of commonly encountered barometric and wind measurement devices both of the company’s own manufacture and others’.
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NewsSimrad plots route to conservation
A complete bridge system overhaul using technology from global marine electronics brand Simrad has enhanced the ground-breaking conservation work done by the Auckland Whale & Dolphin Safari in New Zealand.
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NewsGCube report on wind turbine fires
British renewable energy underwriter, GCube Underwriting Limited, has used its claims data and experience to launch a report into wind turbine fires.
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NewsSeacat invests in new vessels
UK offshore energy support vessel operator, Seacat Services, has places an order for four new vessels with local boat builder South Boats on the Isle of Wight.
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NewsLinkspans refurbished at Woolwich
UK-headquartered specialist contractor AMCO has recently completed a refurbishment and upgrade of the four loading bridges, or linkspans for the Woolwich ferry in London, UK.
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Renewables Consulting Group appointment
France’s Renewables Consulting Group (RCG) has appointed a new direct and head of service delivery to the team to focus on strategy and help deepen its relationships with new and existing clients.
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NewsDutch pipe curing technology enables offshore OTEC
Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) is scaling up. This summer, the largest power plant to date was connected to the grid at Big Island of Hawaii, producing 100 kilowatts.
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NewsSeawork Awards open for business
Exhibitors at Europe’s largest commercial and workboat exhibition, Seawork International, are now invited to submit their innovative products and service entries into the Innovations Showcase.
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NewsKongsberg DP emergency scenario course
Texas-based Helix Energy Solutions has sought the UK arm of Norway-headquartered global marine technology company Kongsberg Maritime to deliver a Dynamic Positioning (DP) emergency scenario training course.
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NewsHuman performance and limitations
The Nautical Institute’s latest book, ''Human Performance and Limitation for Mariners'', builds on a concept first introduced in the aviation industry that was responsible for a massive reduction in accidents.
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EWEA 2015: business as usual
The preparations for the European Wind Energy’s flagship event EWEA 2015, which will take place in Paris this week are reaching their final stages. The organisers have asked us to assure ‘MJ’ readers that despite the tragic events on Friday in the French capital it’s business as usual for this ...
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NewsWind Energy Link earns quality label
Wind Energy Link B.V., the Netherlands-headquartered global asset management, wind and logistics joint venture, has become the first in its field to receive the AMC ISO 55 001 quality certificate of product approval.
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NewsThe cost of not closely monitoring engine work
A new report from mutual marine insurance company The Swedish Club shows that incorrect maintenance and repair continues to be the most frequent cause of main engine damage – a trend which has continued unabated since the Club began monitoring the issue nearly ten years ago.
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NewsDelivery of first AlphaBridge
Rotterdam-based Alphatron Marine has announced the delivery of the first 46-inch display AlphaBridge for patrol vessel TTS Speyside.
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NewsThunderstorm detector for offshore wind industry
For the offshore industries, thunderstorms can play a significant part in disrupting operations. A new thunderstorm detector from UK meteorological instrument manufacturer Biral is claimed to be able to provide early warning of a nearby thunderstorm and so ensure the safety of operating personnel and minimise downtime.
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NewsVeth hybrid Z-drive system for Eddy Tug
Netherlands-based Veth Propulsion has signed a contract at Europort 2015 with Holland Shipyard for the delivery of two VZ-1800 Hybrid Drives. The Z-drive hybrid system will also include an inline E-motor opposite the Mitsubishi diesel engine, and generator sets for the new build Eddy tug 24-75.
