Power & Propulsion – Page 63

  • The UltraJet waterjet propulsion system delivers not only excellent manoeuvrability but also maximum safety for fish farming divers.
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    Stinger brings zing to Norwegian Research Institute

    2011-01-04T14:55:00Z

    Kåre Holthe & Sønner AS of Norway has delivered FF Torra to its new owner, AquaCulture Engineering (ACE), part of the country’s research institution, Sintef.

  • H2 Nemo is now operational on the canals of Amstetrdam.
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    Design award for Dutch fuel cell boat

    2010-12-30T16:34:00Z

    The recent Maritime Awards Gala in Amsterdam saw the prestigious VNSI Timmers Award 2010 for young maritime designers go to Nico van der Hoeven from Alewijnse Marine Technology B.V. based at Nijmegen in the Netherlands.

  • The vessel is designed primarily to carry cargo on Europe’s smaller channels and rivers. Image courtesy of Volvo Penta.
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    Inland cargo vessel gets the ‘M-factor’

    2010-12-30T11:16:00Z

    The Mercurius Shipping Group, located at Zwijndrecht in the Netherlands, has recently launched a new concept for an inland waterway vessel, called the ‘M-factor’.

  • The National Oceanography Research Centre is a joint venture between the University of Southampton and the Natural Environment Research Council.
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    Propulsion specialists make University partnership

    2010-12-23T17:56:00Z

    Propeller and sterngear manufacturer CJR Propulsion has announced the start of a long term partnership with the University of Southampton, to develop accurate design tools to optimise propeller and sterngear technology for improved performance, fuel efficiency, longevity and reduced vibration.

  • The 14m Trent Class Lifeboats are capable of 25 knots, with a 250 nautical mile range.
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    New propeller deal for RNLI Trent Class

    2010-12-23T16:37:00Z

    Bedfordshire UK based Clements Marine has been appointed to supply propellers to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) for the charity’s Trent class Lifeboats.

  • The Mastervolt PodMaster propulsion and regeneration system can effectively replace a combustion engine of from 3hp to 36hp. It has no conventional drive shafts, gearboxes or engine couplings to align so the power source can be located virtually...
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    EU Hybrid Marine Systems research underway

    2010-12-23T15:20:00Z

    As part of its ongoing mission to develop and open up the hybrid marine market, the Dutch based specialist, Mastervolt, has become an active member of the HyMar project. Mastervolt are committed pioneers in this field and are determined to pull the market forward.

  • M.V. Millennium of London is seen passing through the City of London.
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    Silence is golden at Westminster Pier

    2010-12-23T10:28:00Z

    City Cruises, one of London’s premier sightseeing river cruise companies, is situated at Westminster Pier on the River Thames by the Houses of Parliament and across the river from the iconic London Eye.

  • Wärtsilä aims to maximise the environmental and economic performance of the vessels and power plants of its customers.
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    Sustainable Shipping Initiative gathers pace

    2010-12-16T11:20:00Z

    International heavyweights from the shipping industry continue to join the Sustainable Shipping Initiative (SSI), spearheaded by Forum for the Future, in order to work towards a sustainable future.

  • The wraps come off the new Mermaid marine diesel engine at Seawork 2005.
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    Mermaid Uncovered at Seawork

    2010-11-17T08:47:00Z

    Dorset UK based Mermaid Marine Engines Ltd chose Seawork 2005 International asthe venue to launch the first ''All British'' marine diesel engine for many years. The new engine, due to be on the market by September, is code named JM4 to reflect the close cooperation between base engine manufacturer JCB ...

  • There is a possibility that many port and harbour vessels could be labelled as ‘inland’ waterway boats and be required to use 7% biodiesel.
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    Fuel initiative will put strain on engines

    2010-10-07T17:07:00Z

    Many tug and workboat operators will be waiting to find out if a new piece of EU legislation, coming into force on 1 January, is going to cut short the life of their engines.

  • The Schottel Rudderpropeller is a lasting legacy of company founder Josef Becker.
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    It’s academic for Schottel, as success shows at SMM

    2010-10-07T11:33:00Z

    Germany’s Schottel Group was in good spirits at the SMM Exhibition in Hamburg last month, the manufacturer of propulsion and steering systems reporting a record year in 2009, with €270m in turnover.

  • The 34 knot speed of the Mare GTC 900 enables the craft to get to rescue sites quickly.
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    Waterjet propulsion for KNRM’s new fast rescue craft

    2010-10-04T15:04:00Z

    Having undertaken trials with several different types of 9m rescue craft, The Royal Netherlands Sea Rescue Institution (KNRM) has introduced the Mare GTC 900 to its fleet of lifeboats.

  • Corvus’ proprietary lithium-ion battery packs have four times the power and energy storage of lead-acid batteries in half the volume and a quarter of the weight.
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    New battery technology holds promise for workboats

    2010-10-04T12:37:00Z

    Tug boats idle up to 90% of the time and operate at full power the remaining 10%.

  • The ‘hybrid ready’ ZF9300 PTI transmission is suitable for all types fast vessels and workboats powered by engines of up to 5,000 hp.
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    ‘Hybrid ready’ transmission launched at SMM

    2010-10-04T10:07:00Z

    ZF Marine used the occasion of SMM in Hamburg to debut its ‘hybrid ready’ transmission model ZF 9300 PTI, which is suitable for all types of fast vessels and workboats powered by engines up to 3,700 kW (5,000 hp) at 2,100 rpm.

  • Performer has a maximum speed of 26 knots and a range of 600 Nm.
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    Pod propulsion for wind farm service boat

    2010-10-03T19:47:00Z

    South Boats in the UK has delivered Performer, an aluminum hull catamaran driven by Volvo Penta IPS pods, to Sweden’s Northern Offshore Services.

  • The Siemens hybrid drive solution, EcoProp, fulfils the requirements of smaller vessels such as workboats.
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    Diesel hybrid drive available for smaller boats

    2010-10-03T17:39:00Z

    Siemens Marine Solutions launched a very compact diesel hybrid drive propulsion system under the name Siship EcoProp at SMM in Hamburg last month.

  • A Voith Inline Thruster combines motor and propeller into a powerful unit.
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    Voith scales thrusters up for wind farm construction vessels

    2010-10-02T10:48:00Z

    A 131m long and 39m wide jack-up vessel now under build for the erection of offshore wind turbines is being fitted with the currently most powerful Inline Thruster from Voith Turbo Advanced Propeller Technologies.

  • ’Falcon Spirit’ was a much visited vessel when alongside for Seawork 2010.
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    Optimised propulsion for Seawork exhibition boat

    2010-07-26T15:25:00Z

    Bedfordshire UK based Clements Marine has supplied propellers and stern gear to Alnmaritec’s latest research vessel ‘Falcon Spirit’ which was built for Plymouth University and recently attracted a lot of interest at the Seawork Exhibition in Southampton.

  • Harwich Haven’s new pilot boat is predicted to save £48,500 in fuel costs per year.
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    Propulsion and hull package nets savings for HHA

    2010-07-26T14:57:00Z

    This summer has seen the launch of Holyhead Marine’s first ever pilot boat, which the North Wales based yard has built for Harwich Haven Authority (HHA).

  • The Centadisc-C carbon fibre shaft bridges spans of any length without the need for intermediate support bearings.
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    ‘Bute’ ferry benefits from long shaft solution

    2010-07-22T10:39:00Z

    Over the last 10 years, power transmissions specialists Centa Transmissions has been a leading innovator in the development of lightweight composite driveshafts.