General News 13-18 – Page 74
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MOL in condition monitoring research projects
Main engines, as well as components such as pumps and purifiers, will be the subject of a condition monitoring research project conducted by Mitsui OSK Lines and Asahi Kasei Engineering Corporation.
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NewsYanmar to launch dual-fuel genset
Japanese engine maker Yanmar is to add a dual-fuel genset to its range of four-stroke engines.
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NewsWilhelmsen eyes efficiency gains by data sharing
Wilhelmsen is exploring concrete ways of leveraging its data and making efficiency gains using DNV GL’s Veracity industry platform.
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NewsSingapore project targets disruptive technology advances
A four-way partnership including Sembcorp Marine and DNV GL is investigating 3D printing, drone and digital twin technologies in a bid to improve Singapore’s competitiveness in the offshore and maritime sectors.
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NewsClassNK releases latest ‘Good Maintenance’ guide
ClassNK has released the latest version of its ‘Good Maintenance Onboard Ships’ guide.
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NewsFuel reduction tool for multi-engine vessels
Caterpillar Marine has introduced a new fuel reduction tool which aims to achieve the lowest possible fuel consumption for multi-engine vessels.
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NewsOut on their own: The world of autonomous shipping
Victor Hugo wrote, ‘What leads and pulls the world along is not locomotives, it is ideas.” And as ideas go, autonomy is quite a big one.
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NewsGas sensor technology helping reduce fuel consumption
Shipping companies could reduce fuel consumption and improve efficiency with new exhaust gas sensor technology.
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NewsNew Singapore research centre to help develop sustainable operations
A SGD$15m research centre to develop innovative and sustainable solutions for Singapore’s maritime industry has been launched.
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NewsBMT secures vessel performance contract with Samsung Heavy
BMT Smart (BMT), the specialist fleet and vessel performance management arm of BMT Group, has secured a new contract with Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI).
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NewsHempel launches speed optimising antifouling coatings
Two antifouling coatings designed to offer a potential 2.5% reduction in speed loss have been launched.
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NewsRotterdam gears up for wind projects
With five major windfarm projects off the Dutch coast in the pipeline, the Port of Rotterdam is stepping up efforts to attract the sector – including the construction of reclaimed island to house a cluster of offshore service providers.
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NewsDenmark explores path to 3D printing
There are so many potential applications for 3D printing in shipping, it can be difficult to know where to start. One Danish project is hoping to explore some of the most promising avenues.
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NewsNorway showcases spill response capabilities
A recent oil and chemical spill exercise in Norway offered an international audience an insight into the country’s emergency preparedness.
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NewsWhere the wind blows
Technology and cost improvements are driving an offshore wind revolution. And ship owners serving the sector are having to adapt as quickly as the market itself, writes Gavin Lipsith.
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Marorka and SDARI collaborate on smart ship solutions
Performance and energy management specialist Maroka is to work with naval architect Shanghai Merchant Ship Design & Research Institute (SDARI) towards the development of a smart ship concept.
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NewsShip operating costs set to increase, says Moore Stephens
Vessel operating costs are expected to rise in both 2017 and 2018, according to the latest survey by accounting and shipping consultancy Moore Stephens.
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NewsAEGIR-Marine and Maersk Line renew maintenance agreement
Maersk Line has renewed its frame agreement with AEGIR-Marine extending the overhaul and maintenance services for the operator’s container ships for the coming years.
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NewsABB expands portfolio with digital engine solution expert
ABB is to expand its digital offering to the market following the acquisition of an engine and analytics expert.
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NewsCorvus scores industry first for hybrid power
The industry’s first hybrid fish farm processing vessel will be powered with a lithium ion based energy storage system (ESS) from Corvus Energy.
