Power & Propulsion – Page 58

  • The new gearbox will appeal to builders and operators of lightweight boats
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    Lightweight composite gearbox launches at SMM

    2012-09-18T07:30:00Z

    Danish gearbox specialist Mekanord launched a gearbox which is up to 30 % lighter than traditional gearboxes at SMM in Germany.

  • The Yanmar 12AY propulsion engine
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    New Yanmar workboat engine at SMM

    2012-09-18T07:30:00Z

    Yanmar Europe exhibited Yanmar commercial high speed (CHS) diesel engines for marine applications at the SMM 2012 trade fair in Hamburg.

  • Argonon operates on the River Rhine using a mixture of natural gas and diesel fuel for its main engines and auxiliaries
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    River Rhine tanker runs on gas

    2012-09-18T07:30:00Z

    A tanker barge built for Deen Shipping is claimed to be the first vessel on European waterways to be powered by a dual fuel system.

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    Chinese order cheers Beta Marine

    2012-09-18T07:30:00Z

    Gloucester UK based marine engine specialist Beta Marine has won a significant order to supply marine generator sets for a range of Chinese high speed patrol craft varying in size from 19m to 33m.

  • The UJ340HT has a similar physical size and weight to the standard UJ340 waterjet
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    UltraJet 340HT bulks up the bollard pull

    2012-09-17T07:30:00Z

    Ultra Dynamics has released a new waterjet model to its HT (High Thrust) range, the UltraJet 340HT. The new design allows for an engine input power of up to 410 kW (550 bhp).

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    New concept hybrid transmission introduced

    2012-09-17T07:30:00Z

    Italian manufacturer Transfluid has produced a new concept hybrid transmission which made its UK debut at the recent Seawork exhibition.

  • The new engine is suited for offshore support vessel, tug, and workboat applications
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    Cat launches new workboat engine at SMM

    2012-09-14T07:30:00Z

    Topping the bill for Caterpillar Marine Power Systems at SMM was the new C175-16 marine propulsion engine, offering the size, power and rpm to drive new, more profitable vessel designs for all segments of the marine industry.

  • The new DL36 range will expand the ABC market to larger vessels such as ferries, coasters, offshore vessels, military ships, dredging applications and large tugboats
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    ABC extends workboat engine range at SMM

    2012-09-14T07:30:00Z

    Medium speed diesel engine manufacturer Anglo Belgian Corporation introduced its new DL36 range of engines at SMM in Hamburg.

  • The T²RECS is notable for its compact size
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    Bespoke configurations of modular gearbox

    2012-09-14T07:30:00Z

    At SMM 2012 in Hamburg, German marine gear systems manufacturer RENK AG revealed its new line-up of standard gear units, the T²RECS.

  • The jack-up vessel Innovation is powered by four Schottel Rudderpropellers of Type SRP 3030
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    Schottel shows diversification at SMM

    2012-09-13T15:46:00Z

    At SMM in Hamburg, German propulsion and steering systems manufacturer Schottel showcased both the ongoing success of its core business and its continuing drive to have 20% of its activities outside marine propulsion.

  • The design of this ferry and its innovative electrical propulsion system has been carried out under a research programme initiated by the STX France parent company
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    Zero emission ferry nears completion in France

    2012-09-13T15:45:00Z

    A new ferry nearing completion at the French shipyard of STX France Lorient will have a pioneering new type of electric propulsion.

  • The driveline of the Voith Linear Jet
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    First Voith Linear Jet will power WFSV

    2012-09-12T17:28:00Z

    The new vessel propulsion system, Voith Linear Jet (VLJ), is literally taking shape at the Dutch foundry, Drunen, which has cast the rotor of the first VLJ.

  • The MTU 16V 4000 central engine on the Harro Koebke is flanked by two 8V 4000 side units
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    Triple engines for DGzRS’ new rescue boat

    2012-09-12T17:02:00Z

    The German Maritime Search and Rescue Service (DGzRS) is modernising its fleet.

  • An all steel vessel, the new ferry is similar in style to the steam driven riverboats of a century ago
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    Powerful thruster for Savannah River ‘Belle’

    2012-08-08T07:30:00Z

    Savannah, Georgia’s newest passenger ferry will be equipped with Washington USA based Wesmar’s model V2 18 inch all stainless steel dual prop, counter rotating bow thruster for docking and positioning.

  • Not only is the new SE-series more fuel efficient, it is also more stylish
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    New Steyr series is launched at Seawork

    2012-08-06T07:30:00Z

    Steyr Motors UK distributor, Mitchell Powersystems, had a well received opportunity to showcase the Austrian manufacturer’s new 6 cylinder marine diesel engines at the recent Seawork exhibition in Southampton.

  • The New UltraJet JetMaster 2 electronic control system has already been fitted to seven WFSVs this year
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    DNV certified control system for WFSVs

    2012-08-06T07:30:00Z

    Ultra Dynamics (UltraJet) has introduced the New UltraJet JetMaster 2 DNV Class approved electronic control system for Wind Farm Support Vessels (WFSV).

  • MarineDiesel is expanding into new areas and anticipates production doubling within the next 18 months
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    Marine diesel R&D delivers in Sweden

    2012-07-10T07:30:00Z

    To many, the words ''marine diesel'' are just a generic term for diesels engines for marine use, but MarineDiesel AB is a Swedish company that specialises in R&D for all manner of engineering requirements, writes Paul Lemmer.

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    PB Asher’s new Amsterdam workshop

    2012-07-10T07:30:00Z

    Southampton UK based PB Asher, which specialises in reconditioning fuel injection equipment for the maritime industry, has taken a novel approach to keeping its customers’ onboard.

  • This particular vessel required a propulsion system capable of generating maximum thrust
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    Propellers provide major thrust for Alfredo

    2012-07-06T07:30:00Z

    The motor ship Alfredo is among the vessels for which Italian manufacturer Eliche Radice has provided specially designed propeller and shaft lines.

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    Royston appointed UK service centre for Napier

    2012-07-06T07:30:00Z

    Diesel engineering specialist Royston Ltd has been appointed as the UK Service Centre for Napier Turbochargers.