Latest News – Page 608
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NewsI-Pad radar expanded
The introduction by Japanese electronics major, Furuno, of its radar system that is displayed on an I-Pad has been hailed as a major development in radar technology. Now Furuno is planning to expand the capability of its Nobeltec I-Pad radar by adding an electronic chart system into the I-Pad so ...
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Interspill conference 2015
Conference delegate registration is now open for Interspill 2015 conference and exhibition, taking place at RAI Amsterdam from 24 to 26 March.
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L-3 SAM Electrical package
Germany’s L-3 SAM Electronics has been awarded a contract to supply the complete electrical package for two offshore supply vessels (OSVs) for Norwegian shipowner, Siem Offshore.
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NewsHenriksen boosts boat safety
Norway’s Henriksen has launched LiftView and Awarelight off-load hooks that are set to improve operating safety for single point boat lifting operations.
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NewsA new alternative to GPS
The UK''s General Lighthouse Authorities have launched a land-based alternative to vulnerable satellite-based GPS.
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NewsChange is in the air for SAR choppers
Starting in April 2015, the familiar yellow Search and Rescue (SAR) Sea King helicopters operated around the UK coast by the RAF and Royal Navy will be phased out and replaced by a fleet of privately-operated aircraft controlled by the MCA. These choppers will be branded in the internationally recognised ...
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HPMV 2015 call for papers
The annual China International Conference on High Performance Marine Vessels has become an important forum for the discussion of technical matters relating to these vessels in both the Chinese domestic and international markets.
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NewsKentish Flats extension update
Work has started on extending Vattenfall’s Kentish Flats windfarm in the Thames estuary in a project that will see a 50% increase in capacity.
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NewsFunding for Aberdeen
The UK’s Aberdeen Harbour Board is to carry out and environmental impact (EIA) assessment for the expansion of the harbour after receiving funding from the European Commission.
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NewsMHI Vestas record breaker
Development of large custom built offshore wind turbines has taken a step forward with MHI Vestas’ 8MW prototype turbine breaking the world record for wind energy production in a 24 hour period.
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NewsNew generation turbine foundation makes its debut
Offshore wind turbine foundation designer Norwegian Seatower, along with partners including MT Højgaard and French Eiffage TP are installing a new generation concrete gravity base off Fécamp in France.
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NewsCold testing
Marine and fire safety equipment manufacturer Viking Life-Saving Equipment has released the latest model of its popular polar-conditions immersion suit, the Viking PS5002. The suit’s launch was preceded by one of the most rigorous sub-zero tests ever conducted on this type of personal protection equipment (PPE).
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NewsLow cost GPS compass
A GPS compass is probably the best form of heading sensor available because it provides a direct read out of a vessel''s heading with no corrections to apply. It works by having two GPS receivers mounted a fixed distance apart and measuring the angular distance between them. Because the two ...
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NewsPelamis into stormy waters
The directors of Pelamis regret to announce that they have been unable to secure the additional funding required for further development of the company’s wave energy technology. As a result of this the board has reluctantly moved to appoint an administrator to assess the options for securing the future for ...
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NewsPLAT-O steps closer to commercially viable tidal energy
Sustainable Marine Energy (SME) has successfully completed its first round of sea trials in the UK with its tidal energy platform, PLAT-O. The tidal energy industry has struggled with high costs for installation and maintenance, but SME claims that, by using its innovative platform which is moored under the surface ...
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NewsBusy times for Escola
Autumn has proven to be a very busy period for the Spain headquartered Escola Europea de Short Sea Shipping. The popularity of its courses, it claims, is rising. This year the Escola simultaneously reached out to students and professionals in four different countries by organising open presentations about its courses ...
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Intellian FB500 approved
Inmarsat, the provider of global mobile satellite communications services, has announced that Intellian, a global provider of stabilised satellite antenna systems, has been selected to deliver XpressLink services across its FB500 antenna.
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NewsTraining hydraulics
Industrial and Marine Hydraulics Ltd (IMH) of Middlesborough, UK is opening its in-house training scheme for hydraulic engineers, as it makes plans of expansion for the future. IMH, which offers services in engineering, design and manufacturing, employs over 40 people, and will host an advanced apprenticeship programme within the training ...
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NewsMarine approved display
Norwegian developer of maritime display solutions, North Invent, is expanding its portfolio of maritime displays with the introduction of the new Wave XL 46” multitouch monitor. The Wave XL is the first of its kind to pass the demanding IEC 60945 approval, allowing it to be mounted on the bridge ...
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NewsScrabster’s plan includes a Stan
Scrabster Harbour Trust (UK) has taken delivery of a new harbour tug / workboat, a Netherlands-built Damen Stan Tug 1606. The vessel, named ‘Highlanders’, will replace their current workboat which was built in 1976. The new tug will undertake pilotage, towing, general harbour and maintenance duties.
