2-Stroke and 4-Stroke – Page 66
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NewsTurbo technology the key to clean low speed diesels
MAN has completed the reorganisation of its engine and turbo businesses and the former MAN Diesel and MAN Turbo companies are now joined as a single enterprise, known as MAN Diesel and Turbo SE.
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NewsPump group meets low-sulphur challenge
When a major oil-tanker operator discovered its existing fuel oil pump system could not meet new environmental regulations for ships entering European ports designated in emission-controlled areas (ECAs), pump group Colfax became involved.
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NewsTrue hybrid power for marine propulsion
Consulting engineering firm Ricardo is a well-known name in marine diesel engine circles; , the company works closely with several major large engine companies, and such work has increased in both volume and importance as rising fuel costs and tighter emission regulations have forced engine designers as well as vessel ...
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Turbocharger variations for low load
Wärtsilä is making modifications available for its two-stroke engines, which mostly involve changing the turbocharger characteristics, to cope with current market demands for prolonged operation at part load.
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NewsA greener diesel electric system
Norwegian company Stadt, based at Gjerdsvika at the North West coast, has developed and patented a diesel electric propulsion system based on sine wave technology and aimed at the offshore and fishing fleet.
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NewsJoint venture leads the way for two-stage turbocharging
Turbocharger manufacturer ABB Turbo Systems and engine designer Wärtsilä have joined together to jointly develop what is described as “a new and groundbreaking application of two-stage turbocharging” on large diesel engines.
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NewsCompany unveils its ‘secret’ marine existence
UK turbocharger service company Turbo Dynamics says that following the lifting of a confidentiality agreement, it can now make its marine turbocharger business known in the marketplace.
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NewsWärtsilä installs SOFC fuel cell unit on car carrier
Wärtsilä reports that its WFC20 fuel cell unit has been installed onboard the Undine, a car carrier, owned by Swedish Wallenius Lines and managed by Wallenius Marine. This power unit is claimed to be the first of its kind, and during the test period will provide auxiliary power to the ...
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NewsDesigners learn about IPS
Naval Architects, operators and boat builders participated in a recent design seminar organised by Volvo Penta for its IPS (Inboard Performance System) propulsion system for high performance work and patrol boats.
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NewsImproved emissions performance
The largest engine family in the Caterpillar Marine Power Systems range, the 3500, is to benefit from a recent programme of technological development to improve exhaust emissions performance.
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NewsNew 300hp diesel launched
The first model in an entirely new generation of Perkins marine diesel engines, the six-cylinder 300bhp M330C has recently been unveiled.
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NewsCondition monitoring is vital for safety
Condition monitoring can help vessel operators improve productivity and profitability, while, most crucially, increasing safety, explains Phil Burge, communications manager at SKF.
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NewsNew waterjet for fast craft
Ultra Dynamics has launched a new 1100kW waterjet for high performance craft.
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NewsTurkish troop transport chooses Tognum
MTU twin-engine propulsion packages have been selected for eight new landing ships for the Turkish Navy.
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NewsSuccessful 2010 P&E conference in Hamburg
The 32nd Motorship Propulsion and Emissions conference returned to the popular venue of the Atlantic Kempinski Hotel in Hamburg, and proved a worthwhile and rewarding event for all involved, delegates, speakers and supporters alike.
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NewsLatest IPS drives targeted at commercial market
Volvo Penta''s IPS unit has made a considerable impact in the leisure marine industry, and the company hopes that its version of podded propulsion will be adopted by smaller commercial vessels.
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NewsWaterjets for lightweight patrol craft
Rolls-Royce Marine is supplying 24 lightweight waterjets for the UAE Navy’s fleet of fast patrol boats.
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NewsKite assistance for large fishing vessel
SkySails of Hamburg, Germany continues to refine its towing kite wind-assisted propulsion system, and to seek out new markets for the fuel- and emissions-saving system.
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NewsAir cavity system technology now for existing vessels
DK Group CEO Ken Bloch Sörensen says quick payback retrofit technology will open the door to wider markets as fuel prices and emissions regulations drive efficiency.
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NewsOffshore orders for ballast treatment system
Norwegian company OptiMarin says that since the beginning of 2010 it has received a total of eight orders for its ballast water treatment system.
