General News 13-18 – Page 43
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NewsABB lends decarbonisation aid
ABB Marine & Ports’ Eero Lehtovaara has been appointed board chair of an association that aims to help the EU to reach climate neutrality by 2050.
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NewsMSC books 30+ Silverstream systems for newbuilds
Silverstream, the UK air lubrication specialist, has secured an order to provide more than 30 Silverstream air lubrication systems for newbuilding vessels ordered by container operator MSC.
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NewsWinGD takes holistic approach to marine decarbonisation with ecosystem of solutions
Engine developer WinGD has developed an ecosystem of solutions around the main engine that enhances energy efficiency and enables a seamless transition to new fuels – the two keys to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in line with International Maritime Organization ambitions.
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NewsJotun HPS reduces emissions, says study
Vessels using Jotun Hull Performance Solutions report a 20% lower carbon intensity during operations, according to a new Jotun study based on the EU’s latest carbon emissions data.
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NewsABS and DSME develop very large LCO2 carrier
ABS and Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME) are to jointly develop designs for a 70,000m3 very large, liquefied CO2 (LCO2) carrier.
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NewsBerge Bulk targets ambitious fleet decarbonization goal
Berge Bulk is looking at options to reach carbon neutrality by 2025, Paolo Tonon Technical Director at the international shipping company explains.
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NewsP&O Maritime begins fatigue management trial at Jebel Ali port
P&O Maritime Logistics began a trial of wearable technology that proactively prevents microsleeps and supports workers in managing their fatigue at Jebel Ali port in Dubai in late July. The trial is an industry first, the company claims.
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NewsCII 'poor fit' to cut emissions from cruise ships
While the European Union’s Fit for 55 programme will put pressure on passenger ships of all kinds to switch to either emission free fuels or shore power while in port, the IMO’s Carbon Intensity Index represents a nearer term challenge for cruise ships.
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NewsDNV awards AiP to Windship Technology's triple-wing aerofoil design
DNV has awarded an Approval in Principle (AIP) to UK-based technology developer Windship Technology for its triple-wing aerofoil.
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NewsBV AiP for LCO2 carrier cargo tank
Bureau Veritas has given approval in principle (AiP) to Mitsubishi Shipbuilding for a cargo tank system to be mounted in a liquefied CO2 (LCO2) carrier.
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NewsRINA expands its digital scope
RINA is expanding its digital offerings with the acquisition of a software company.
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NewsDNV 'decarbonisation stairway' aims to help shipowners manage transition
DNV has launched its latest Maritime Forecast to 2050 report. The report includes an updated carbon risk management framework, presenting a new ‘decarbonization stairway’ model to help owners map a path to sustainability.
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NewsDesign consultant appointed for Scottish ferry replacement programme
Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) has appointed ferry design consultancy Navalue to lead the concept design of its Small Vessel Replacement Programme (SVRP). The programme covers the replacement of up to seven small “loch class” vessels serving the Clyde & Hebrides Ferry Services (CHFS) over the coming decade.
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NewsABS appoints new vice president of marketing
ABS has appointed Jessica Mahaffey as vice president of marketing and communications.
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NewsADDRESSING BOXSHIP CARGO SAFETY
The growing incidence of ships losing large numbers of boxes over the side in extreme or otherwise adverse weather and sea conditions has raised public and political concerns over the safety and environmental impact of container vessels, writes David Tinsley.
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NewsInmarsat expands IoT global network
Inmarsat has unveiled a new global narrowband network ideally suited to the rapidly evolving world of the Internet of Things (IoT) for customers in aviation, maritime, governments and select enterprises.
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NewsMeyer Turku selected for Finnish Border Guard MPV order
Finland's Meyer Turku Oy has been selected as the builder of two new multipurpose vessels for the Finnish Border Guard, after the two parties signed a letter of intent today.
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NewsKlüber Lubrication and Wilhelmsen join forces
Owners, operators and vessel managers choosing Klüber Lubrication’s premium products will now benefit from Wilhelmsen’s expertise, customer service and global distribution network.
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NewsUK BUYER FOR BERGEN ENGINES
Rolls-Royce is to sell its Bergen Engines business to diversified, privately-owned UK engineering group Langley Holdings, writes David Tinsley.
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NewsWärtsilä signs Brazil tug maintenance deal
Wärtsilä has signed a seven-year long-term maintenance agreement to support the operations of two river pusher tugs operating in northern Brazil and owned by Hidrovias do Brasil.
