Industry News
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Swedish Club freezes general increase
12/12/2018For the fourth year in succession marine insurance company, The Swedish Club, has announced a zero per cent general increase for the forthcoming year. READ more
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Technological development project
06/12/2018SEA Europe – the Shipyards’ and Maritime Equipment Association of Europe – has welcomed the signing of the EU-funded project “Futureproof Skills for the Maritime transport sector” (SkillSea). READ more
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Funding opportunities for maritime startups
05/12/2018A new maritime technology investor and venture builder is offering digital startups financial investment, operational support and networking opportunities with established industrial partners. READ more
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Positive response to Japanese plans
04/12/2018Japan has recently committed to the further development of offshore wind in its waters: a move that has been welcomed by the UK-based Carbon Trust, who see new opportunities for European companies in this emerging market. READ more
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ITIC warns expert witnesses
04/12/2018International Transport Intermediaries Club (ITIC) has warned that the role of expert witness should not be undertaken lightly and that all professionals acting in this capacity should be aware that they could face legal action for negligence. READ more
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Bold move towards primary wind propulsion
30/11/2018During the recent Assises de la Mer maritime conference, Groupe Renault announced the signing of a 3-year partnership with Nantes start-up Neoline. READ more
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First Kincardine floating wind turbine
30/11/2018Bourbon Subsea Services has installed the first floating wind turbine of the Kincardine Offshore Windfarm in Scotland as part of a contract with Spanish construction group Cobra Wind. READ more
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James Fisher maintenance contract
27/11/2018London Array Limited has selected James Fisher to provide the complete maintenance solution on its UK 630MW offshore wind farm. READ more
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Wind propulsion aided by autonomous solution
22/11/2018eConowind has finished land-testing for its autonomous wind propulsion unit with ‘aspirated wing-profiles’ which act as sails for ships and help them lower emissions. READ more
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Smart Green Shipping Alliance partners with Drax and Ultrabulk
19/11/2018A group of companies from the energy and shipping industries have partnered to reduce carbon emissions from the ocean transportation of biomass fuel cargo to the UK’s largest power station through the design of a concept cargo ship equipped with READ more