Latest News – Page 348
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NewsThordon Bearings advocates the green approach
Thordon Bearings has been advocating the use of green technologies to help slash operation costs for shipowners.
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NewsBureau Veritas develops maritime cyber notations
Bureau Veritas has developed a comprehensive approach to support shipowners in addressing maritime cyber risks.
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NewsBWMS approval submissions in US reach double figures
The US Coast Guard has welcomed the tenth application for type approval of a ballast water management system (BWMS), for BIO-UV Group’s BIO-SEA system, over a year after granting its first approval.
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NewsEU funding for composite repair project
Croatian maritime research company as2con has received a €600,000 European grant to develop ship repair techniques using composite materials.
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NewsOshima Shipbuilding plans environmental super fuel
A fuel that can meet all current air emission regulations – including Tier III NOx limits and 0.1% sulphur emission control areas – is under development by Oshima Shipbuilding.
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NewsABB wins polar newbuild total solution order
ABB will provide power, automation, propulsion and digital technology including two Azipod DO propulsion units for a new polar exploration vessel.
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NewsGTT tests new LNG Brick storage solution
GTT has completed tests on a new compact and easy to install cryogenic storage system for LNG as fuel, the LNG Brick.
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NewsDebut of new-generation ore carrier
A new generation of very large ore carriers (VLOCs) is set to realise further efficiency gains in iron ore transportation from Brazil to China, writes David Tinsley.
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NewsDNV GL looks to drive marine battery adoption
DNV GL has launched a project designed to advance the understanding of the use of lithium-ion batteries in the shipping industry and in turn boost more widespread adoption.
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NewsIntercargo says regulation needs to get wiser
The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (Intercargo) has re-iterated its commitment to a safe efficient and environmentally-friendly dry cargo shipping industry plus its support for an industry governed by free and fair competition.
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NewsNew underwater noise notation
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has released a new underwater noise notation and ShipRight procedure on underwater radiated noise to help shipowners minimise underwater noise emissions when operating in sensitive environments.
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NewsDe Nora submits BWTS for USCG Type-Approval
Electrochlorination equipment supplier De Nora has submitted an application for US Coastguard (USCG) type approval for its BALPURE ballast water treatment system (BWTS) following testing.
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NewsMARPOL Convention amendments come into force
The new International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) amendments have entered into force which update ship fuel oil reporting requirements, garbage classification and IOPP certificates.
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NewsEniram launches real-time mobile support service
Eniram has launched a mobile support service which offers real-time decision-making support by providing instant mobile notifications to operators.
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NewsDamen and Van der Velden announce merger
Damen Marine Components (DMC) and Van der Velden Marine Systems (VDVMS) have merged together in order to strengthen and expand its portfolio of propulsion products.
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NewsJapanese duo partner with SEA/LNG coalition
K LINE Group and Uyeno Group of Companies have joined SEA\LNG to stimulate collaboration in APAC''s LNG hub.
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NewsAlfa Laval tool cuts oily water discharge risk
Non-compliant discharge of oily water continues to be an expensive environmental threat but Alfa Lava is providing peace of mind to ship owners and operators with its new standalone monitoring tool.
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NewsCruise retrofit for cost-effective water treatment
ACO Marine has been awarded contracts to supply its advanced wastewater treatment technology as retrofit solutions to river cruise vessels operating on European waterways.
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NewsLNG carrier first for Babcock technology
Babcock''s first LNG carrier market order involves supplying ecoSMRT LNG reliquefaction technology to four newbuilds.
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NewsDenmark rejects speed restriction as GHG measure
One of the world’s most environmentally progressive flag states, Denmark, has rejected the imposition of speed restrictions as a measure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
