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  • The low-pressure EGR system has been confirmed as Tier III-compliant
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    Low-pressure EGR confirmed Tier III compliant

    2015-05-21T17:11:00Z

    Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Marine Machinery and Engine Co Ltd (MHI-MME) and Mitsubishi Kakoki Kaisha Ltd has confirmed that its Low Pressure Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system complies with IMO NOx Tier III regulation following tests.

  • Existing frontier oil and gas projects have resulted in tremendous technological developments, particularly in subsea
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    DNV GL develops unmanned FLNG concept

    2015-05-21T12:07:00Z

    DNV GL has developed a new unmanned floating LNG concept that it says overcomes many of the challenges currently faced by those looking to unlock the potential of remote offshore gas fields.

  • Dignitaries attend the naming ceremony of 'True Love', the first carrier of the Green Dolphin design
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    Green Dolphin carrier design makes debut

    2015-05-21T11:20:00Z

    A new class of workhorse of the deepsea bulk commodity trades, the Green Dolphin 38 handysize carrier, made its debut on May 12 in the shape of the 38,762dwt ''True Love'', writes David Tinsley.

  • Rolls-Royce's concept cruiseships highlight an integrated systems approach that the company says offers big benefits to owners and yards
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    Rolls-Royce unveils integrated cruise concepts

    2015-05-20T13:20:00Z

    A suite of small cruise ship concepts released by Rolls-Royce last month aim to help shipyards and operators find efficiencies while showcasing the company’s ability to provide turnkey system solutions. Gavin Lipsith reports.

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    Design errors drive claims against naval architects

    2015-05-19T17:23:00Z

    UK-based International Transport Intermediaries Club (ITIC) is warning naval architects to protect themselves against liability for damages resulting from errors in design work.

  • IACS findings following the break-up of MOL 'Comfort' will lead to important new structural regulations
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    Class focus on structure and fuel

    2015-05-19T10:28:00Z

    Recent developments on container ship safety and emission control by classification societies will have a significant impact on ship design and operation, writes John Barnes.

  • The Power2 800-M brings two-stage turbocharging to the multi-fuel marine market
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    The power to change

    2015-05-19T08:47:00Z

    Driven to make a choice on future fuels by regulation, yet reined in by plummeting HFO bunker prices, ship owners would be wise to invest in propulsion solutions capable of meeting the challenges of a volatile market, according to ABB Turbocharging.

  • Enhanced real-time data on operations can aid both crew and onshore teams in targetting efficiency
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    Controlling costs in challenging times

    2015-05-19T07:16:00Z

    Advanced fuel management systems for offshore support vessels (OSVs) have a vital role to play in enabling oilfield services companies to remain competitive in a challenging market.

  • The complete Polar Code is expected to enter into force on 1 January 2017. Photo: Mark Garten
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    IMO adopts polar environmental revisions

    2015-05-18T12:08:00Z

    Vessels trading in the Polar Regions now have new safety and environmental regulations to comply with following the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee’s (MEPC) adoption of the Polar Code and associated MARPOL amendments.

  • IMT997 L-Class  ‘Pacific Leader’ on sea trials
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    Better for the challenges

    2015-05-18T09:48:00Z

    The IMT997 ‘L-Class’ series recently delivered to Swire Pacific Offshore met a few issues on the way to realisation, Anthony Gray of OSD-IMT tells Stevie Knight.

  • The PX121 series just rolls on and on....
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    An ongoing evolution: The PX121

    2015-05-18T09:38:00Z

    When you have a vessel that’s as close to being ‘all things to all people’ as the PX121 it’s surprising that there is still reason for finesse. But a 150mm change can make a big difference, writes Stevie Knight.

  • W Marine said Ecochlor's ability to secdure USCG approval was a key factor in its selection
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    W Marine selects Ecochlor for bulk carriers

    2015-05-18T08:33:00Z

    Ship management company W Marine is to install Ecochlor ballast water treatment systems (BWTS) on two new build 82,000dwt bulk carriers, to be constructed in China by Sainty Marine Corporation.

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    ECA impact on auxiliary engines

    2015-05-18T08:32:00Z

    The switch to ultra low sulphur fuel for ships in emission control areas may not be as big a problem for four-stroke auxiliary engines and gensets as it is for low speed main propulsion units, but operators are still advised to take precautions.

  • Volatile markets demand the flexibility that electric propulsion affords, says ABB marine and ports managing director Heikki Soljama
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    Efficiency thrust for Azipod

    2015-05-18T08:11:00Z

    With the latest line extension in its successful range of gearless thrusters, ABB has sought to combine proven technologies with a very modern focus on energy efficiency and lifecycle cost. Gavin Lipsith reports.

  • The 49,800dwt 'Stena Impression' combines high efficiency with cargo versatility across the oil and petrochemical products and vegetable oil trades
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    Stena sets new benchmark in tanker design

    2015-05-18T00:41:00Z

    Scrutiny of every facet of design to ensure efficiency and competitiveness in the medium-range (MR) tanker segment is reflected in the highly versatile ‘Stena Impression’, writes David Tinsley.

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    LNG tank membrane partnership

    2015-05-14T17:00:00Z

    GTT, leading designer of membrane containment systems for maritime transportation and storage, has signed a cooperation agreement with Hyundai Heavy Industries to help industrialise its Mark V technology.

  • The new MAN G45 engine features a fully electronically-controlled system that is said to optimise a vessel’s ‘green’ profile
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    G45 ‘green’ engine gains type approval

    2015-05-14T16:04:00Z

    The world’s first 45-centimetre bore, ultra-long stroke, low-speed engine, MAN B&W 5G45ME-C9.5, has passed its type approval test.

  • A hybrid steam turbine and gas engine propulsion system will drive fuel efficiencies onboard the two new carriers
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    LNG carrier order for Mitsubishi

    2015-05-14T08:23:00Z

    Two LNG carriers for delivery to Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) will feature a new design that increases both cargo capacity and fuel efficiency. The next generation Sayaringo STaGE carriers, will be built by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries for delivery in 2018.

  • IMO Secretary General Koji Sekimizu opened MEPC 68 on Monday by urging countries to put aside fears on country-specific approvals for BWMS
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    “No excuse for inaction” on BWM Convention

    2015-05-13T14:40:00Z

    IMO Secretary General Koji Sekimizu has argued that lack of clear US type approval for ballast water management systems (BWMS) is no reason to delay ratification of the organisation’s global Ballast Water Management Convention.

  • The surge in demand for Cammell Laird’s expertise has seen 15 ferries docked at its Birkenhead site so far in 2015
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    Ferry work keeps Cammell Laird busy

    2015-05-13T12:10:00Z

    British shipyard and marine engineering services company, Cammell Laird, says its undergoing a busy period of ferry work with nearly as many ferries docking in the first four months of 2015 than throughout the whole of 2014.