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NewsML 1387 ‘Medusa’
In the UK and France, the recent commemorative and memorial events to mark the 70th anniversary of D-day proved a reminder of the many sacrifices that mariners have made. But quite apart from this, D-day was also a massive navigational and organisational task considering the technology available at the ...
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NewsSvitzer convoy arrives in Rotterdam
After several months of speculation and rumour the major towage provider Svitzer has now deployed a fleet of tugs in the port of Rotterdam. On the 30th of May five tugs left Ijmuiden in convoy to make the short trip down the Dutch coast to Europort.
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NewsDamen’s first hybrid at ITS
The arrival of the tug ‘Bernardus’ in the Dutch port of Ijmuiden on Monday the 2nd of June marked an important milestone for both the owners (Iskes Towage & Salvage) and builders (Damen Shipyards). ‘Bernardus’ is the first Hybrid version of the well-established Damen ASD 2810 design to be completed ...
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NewsFuruno prepares for SMM 2014
Furuno Electric is preparing for this year’s SMM exhibition, where it will unveil its new bridge system, INS Voyager.
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UK Docks expands operations
Marine engineering firm, UK Docks Marine Services, is expanding its existing Tyneside, South Shields and Gosport operations, starting with Whitehaven Marina Ltd.
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NewsSimrad CS68 Integrated ECDIS
Norwegian marine electronics company Simrad have launched a new fully IMO approved Integrated Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) navigation system. The CS68 Integrated ECDIS is designed for the commercial market and according to Simrad’s parent company, Navico, has been built to industry-leading standards of reliability, simplicity of installation ...
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NewsTrinity House lights up maritime safety
A light float, operated by Trinity House, has been equipped with a methanol-powered fuel cell as part of a navaids trial to ensure they are kept fully operational prior to drydock and repair.
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NewsAlucatz expands to meet demand
UK-based Alucatz Catamarans Ltd is ready to meet future demand after taking over 15,000ft² at Britannia Business Centre at Birkenhead Docks.
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NewsWind power infographic
Greenbyte, the Swedish company behind wind power software Breeze has built a free interactive infographic map showing the cumulative installed wind power capacity per country and continent from 1981-2013. Drag the slider or push play to see the how the global wind power capacity distrubtion changes between nations over time.
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NewsASV for Heriot-Watt
Heriot-Watt University’s Edinburgh Campus, have confirmed the order of an ASV C-Enduro Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV). The vehicle will be used for research in persistent and long term autonomy with multiple remote and autonomous marine platforms.
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NewsFrom show to charter
UK- based vessel operator Tidal Transit have reported that their newest personnel transfer vessel (PTV), ‘Kitty Petra’, has begun the first planned charter contract straight after making a successful debut at Seawork International.
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NewsTamsen snaps up Rostock ferry work
German Baltic shipyard Tamsen Maritim has provided the facilities for the annual spruce-up and maintenance of a quartet of punchy small ferries in operation in the local port of Rostock.
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NewsPolarstern revamp at LWB
The latest in a long line of yard overhauls has been completed at Lloyd Werft Bremerhaven (LWB) on one of Germany’s best-known multi-purpose research ships – Polarstern.
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NewsUllapool pier gets makeover
Ullapool ferry pier in North West Scotland has looked the same for the past 20 years, but now has a new look after being extended to accommodate a larger ferry.
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NewsA&P’s refit prolongs life of classic steamship
The 59-year-old SS Shieldhall has returned from a major refit that extends its life for another 25 years.
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NewsCash boost for offshore wind
The UK government’s Green Investment Bank has announced its intention to raise a £1 billion fund to encourage new private investors to invest in offshore wind farms in the UK. The news has been warmly welcomed by The Crown Estate.
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NewsBurgess Marine signs with Mainprize Offshore
Burgess Marine and Mainprize Offshore signed an agreement to build two 25m windfarm support vessels at Seawork International 2014, which "essentially acted as a catalyst for today’s event".
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NewsCheetah gathering pace
Isle of Wight (UK) based Cheetah Marine launched four new catamarans throughout June as well as finding time to present an extensive on-water display of vessels at Seawork International. With the new builds launched at Ventnor Haven, at one point a total of 15 Cheetahs were moored in this ...
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NewsMARIN director lauded
Dutch Offshore expertise was singled out for particular praise at the international OMAE conference in San Francisco in early June. Bas Buchner, director of MARIN was presented with the OMAE Conference Industry Achievement Award ‘in recognition of significant contributions to the technological advancement of the offshore industry through his leadership ...
