All Maritime Journal articles in Web Issue – Page 321
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NewsSeatrials for extended CTV
Following a length extension of 4m, a re-power and an extensive refurbishment ‘Manor Initiative’ (formerly the ‘MPI Cervantes’), is currently undergoing sea trials at Manor Renewable Energy’s Portland facility.
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NewsPilot boat personally delivered
A pilot boat exported from a Norfolk, UK boat builder has arrived at its new home, delivered by the boatbuilder’s managing director.
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Press ReleasesMJR Awarded Framework by CalMac Ferries for Main Breaker Upgrades across their Fleet
Caledonian MacBrayne ( CalMac) has awarded MJR Power & Automation the Framework Agreement for Upgrade of all Main Air and Moulded Case Circuit Breakers across its fleet. This will include future servicing of the installed equipment and will run from August 2019 to March 2021 with an option for ...
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NewsLiepaja work completed ahead of schedule
To allow larger vessels to enter and leave the port of Liepaja in Latvia, the access channel to the port has been dredged with removal of nearly three million cubic metres of sediments.
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NewsAUV launch and recovery trials
The launch and recovery of a 780kg Hugin Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) from a RIB has been demonstrated using a new system.
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NewsMarine biotechnology could solve plastics crisis
New advances in marine-based biotechnology involve algae, crabs and prawns could help tackle the global plastic crisis according to an ongoing EU study.
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NewsHydraulics expertise for Port of Blyth
Industrial and Marine Hydraulics has opened a new facility at the Port of Blyth, UK which is equipped to provide full onsite service and inspection operations.
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Press ReleasesIMO initiative to address fraudulent Registries
During its 31st session on 25 November to 4 December 2019, the IMO Assembly adopted, among others, a resolution addressing fraudulent ship registration. The IMO recently put under the microscope over 300 ships involved in fraudulent vessel registrations operating without the knowledge of governments they claim to represent.
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New sales channel for Hatz engines
From January 2020, German diesel engine manufacturer Motorenfabrik Hatz will provide direct support for its new and existing customers in Belgium and Luxembourg and their subsidiaries.
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NewsSilent and smooth gear shifting
Volvo Penta’s Silent Shift feature is due to be rolled out into its D3 diesel engine range.
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NewsSAL Heavy Lift in emissions technology first
SAL Heavy Lift has become the first shipping company in the world to add a new hydrogen/methanol technology to its fleet, with the adoption of an injection system developed by Fuelsave.
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NewsFire safety acquisition
Viking has increased its global volume, reach and technical competencies for marine firefighting equipment services.
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NewsHeavy lift fleet expansion
SAL Heavy Lift will expand its fleet with three heavy lift vessels with 800t lifting capacity in early 2020.
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Greek/Korean design collaboration
The Korean Register has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the National Technical University of Athens, agreeing to share specialist technology and software with the students of the School Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering.
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NewsComparative mobile shore power trial
In a world-first, Europe’s largest international port is trialing five mobile shore power systems at coaster berths to reduce CO2, noise and diesel pollution.
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Press ReleasesDamen’s Ultra Shallow Draught Shoalbuster ready for action
Damen’s new Ultra Shallow Shoalbuster 3815 SD has successfully completed sea trials and bollard pull testing. The newly designed vessel achieved 18.6 tonnes of bollard pull, while still being able to operate in extreme shallow waters. Despite this impressive show of power, noise levels inside all the cabins did not ...
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Press ReleasesDamen delivers two new vessels to RAK Ports
Damen Shipyards Group has delivered two vessels to RAK Ports in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The deliveries took place on 5th December at the Ras Al Khaimah Cruise Terminal. The vessels in question were a Damen Multi Cat 1908 and a Stan Tug 1907.
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Press ReleasesWindermere Lake Cruises new vessel launched in Damen Technical Cooperation project
DTC project sees Damen carry out vessel construction inland
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Press ReleasesDamen signs contract with Cotecmar for DTC hydrographic research vessel
Damen Shipyards Group signed a Damen Technical Cooperation (DTC) contract with Cotecmar during ExpoDefensa 2019 in Bogota. The contract will see DTC provide design, engineering and technical assistance for the construction of a Scientific Marine Research Vessel (Buque de Investigación Científico Marina (BICM)).
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Press ReleasesDamen signs contract with EMS Offshore to supply new Shoalbuster 2711
Damen Shipyards Group has won an order from maritime services company EMS Offshore Service GmbH & Co. KG for a Shoalbuster 2711. The 2711 is the latest addition to the popular Shoalbuster range, having made its debut in June this year. Damen had the vessel in stock and, following the ...
