General News 13-18 – Page 76
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NewsSoftware evolution to drive RoRo vessel efficiency
Ship efficiency software will be developed by MacGregor to increase RoRo vessels’ operational efficiency and drive port call optimisation.
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NewsWärtsilä tests remote control ship operation
Wärtsilä has tested remote control of ship operations for the first time on Gulfmark Offshore platform supply vessel ‘Highland Chieftain’.
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Audience focus critical to future of maritime PR, says survey
A survey conducted by PR and marketing agency Wake Media has indicated that media agencies and industry marketers need to better understand their audience.
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NewsIndian shipping sector safeguards itself against cyber attacks
India’s shipping sector is taking positive steps to safeguard itself against cyber-attacks directed at new emerging technologies.
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NewsClassNK verifies first SE Asia ship recycler
ClassNK has verified its first SE Asia recycling facility paving the way for greener ship disposal across the region.
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NewsDrone vessel survey first for DNV GL
DNV GL has taken a step up with its survey work by conducting its first offshore vessel survey using drone technology.
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NewsFuel efficiency measured through engine performance software
Ship operators can verify fuel savings, evaluate engine data and understand operating conditions and efficiency through new engine performance software.
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NewsProject seeks to address ships’ biofouling
A new project which seeks to protect marine ecosystems from the negative effects of invasive aquatic species has been given the green light.
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NewsSlow uptake hinders NOx technology progress
Equipment manufacturers have yet to reap the rewards of investment in Tier III NOx abatement technologies, according to updates from the two leading low-speed engine designers.
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NewsHybrid propulsion to reduces Antarctic vessel emissions
The owners of an Antarctic cruise ship aim to reduce its emissions through a hybrid power electric and propulsion system.
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NewsStreamlining ship design and production to cut costs
Two industry heavyweights are looking to offer operators new solutions to better streamline integration between early stage design and production planning.
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NewsNIA threat increases as antifouling systems less effective
Hull antifouling systems are becoming less effective which is increasing the NIA threat.
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NewsPollution predictions slashed as shipping growth slows
Researchers have cut shipping emissions forecasts because of new data highlighting the recent global slowdown in marine transport.
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NewsAutonomous shipping alliance launched
The Unmanned Cargo Ship Development Alliance has formed to design and deliver an unmanned cargo ship with the aim of advancing prospects for autonomous shipping.
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NewsHisafuku Kisen in sail and solar trial
Preparations have begun for sea trials of the world’s first deployment of ECO Marine Power’s (EMP) patented rigid sail and solar power system in 2018.
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NewsFincantieri construction improvement partnership
Fincantieri has partnered with Mapei to help it optimize installation times, reduce the weight of materials, improve acoustic insulation and develop the use of adhesives products in shipbuilding applications.
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NewsBureau Veritas to supply Ascenz’s Shipulse
Class society Bureau Veritas will offer Shipulse, Singapore-based Ascenz’s technology for real time ship performance and monitoring in a deal to service shipowners worldwide.
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NewsWärtsilä pins 2017 prospects on vessel mix
The Finnish technology group Wärtsilä has raised the outlook for its marine business in 2017 from ‘soft’ to ‘solid’, citing a favourable mix of vessel types despite soft numbers.
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ClassNK engine diagnostics for MOL duo
ClassNK Consulting Service’s next-generation diagnostic monitoring system is to be installed on a Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) ship duo.
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NewsHHI smart ship solution completes field tests
Hyundai Heavy Industries’ (HHI) new integrated smart ship solution (ISSS) has completed field tests on a pure car truck carrier and a very large ore carrier.
