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NewsLaser-arc hybrid welding guidelines
Japanese classification society, ClassNK, has released an updated version of its guidance on laser-hybrid welding to build upon the original guidelines developed back in December 2009.
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Hyundai launches Marine Service Center
Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) has merged the aftersales service units of HHI, Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries and Hyundai Mipo Dockyard to create the Hyundai Marine Service Center in Ulsan, South Korea.
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NewsABB win Star Cruises propulsion contract
ABB has been awarded orders worth US$60m to provide electrical power plant and propulsion systems for two Star Cruises vessels to be built by Meyer Werft at its Papenburg yard.
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NewsGE to power Kawasaki LNG carriers
GE Power Conversion will supply electric power and propulsion systems for two LNG carriers to be built by Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI). The carriers will transport LNG from Louisiana, USA and will be completed in 2017 and 2018.
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NewsNorway aims for green coastal fleet
Norwegian ministers have pledged to cooperate with industry partners in a Green Coastal Shipping programme designed by DNV GL. The project aims to ensure that the country has the world’s most environmentally friendly fleet of coastal vessels.
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US$200m boost for Russian shipbuilding
New yards, contracts and partnerships in engine manufacturing will result in a US$200m investment boost in the Russian shipbuilding industry in H1 2015, according to a recent report by the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade.
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NewsHainan ro-pax ferrry project completed
Kned E Hansen, CS Marine (Shanghai) and Bo Hai Shipyard have delivered the first ro-pax vessel designed for the Chinese market, ‘San Sha No 1’, commissioned by the Hainan government.
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Rolls-Royce upgrades ‘Norwegian Epic’ propulsion
Rolls-Royce will supply permanent magnet tunnel thrusters to Norwegian Cruise Lines (NCL) vessel ‘Norwegian Epic’ as part of an upgrade of the ship’s propulsion package.
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GE powers US Coast Guard cutter
The US Coast Guard has commissioned the National Security Cutter ‘Hamilton’, to be powered by a combined diesel and gas turbine (CODAG) system comprising a GE LM2500 gas turbine and two diesel engines.
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Hapag-Lloyd prepares for MRV
DNV GL and Hapag-Lloyd have initiated a joint project to verify the ship owner’s readiness for upcoming EU emission-monitoring regulations.
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NewsNewport Shipping urges efficiency focus
Ship owners should avoid fast steaming despite lower oil prices according to Newport Shipping Group’s technical ship management arm Ecoships, which has instead argued that companies should take the opportunity to benefit fully from energy-saving technologies.
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NewsKeppel wins MCS ice class contract
Shipbuilder Keppel Singmarine has been awarded a contract to build an ice-class, multipurpose vessel for Maritime Construction Services valued at around US$265m.
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NewsSkangass commissions LNG bunker vessel
Skangass has commissioned the first LNG bunker and feeder vessel to be built in Europe. The Coralius will be built by Royal Bodewes in the Netherlands and owned by Swedish-Dutch joint venture Sirius Veder Gas.
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ClassNK updates onboard maintenance checklists
ClassNK has released the latest version of its Good Maintenance Onboard Ships checklists to ensure vessels are safe, well-maintained and compliant with regulations.
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NewsPalfinger Marine acquires Norwegian Deck Machinery
Palfinger Marine has concluded the 100% acquisition of Norwegian Deck Machinery (NDM), adding winches to its portfolio of deck and handling equipment.
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NewsBMT Nigel Gee appoints business development lead
International maritime design, engineering and risk management consultancy BMT Nigel Gee has appointed Jason Steward as its business development manager.
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NewsEaton power for newbuild cruise ships
Global power management company, Eaton, has secured a contract with German shipbuilder, Meyer Werft to supply power systems onboard two of its cruise ships currently under construction for Star Cruises.
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NewsUlstein to build offshore wind service vessels
Norwegian ship builder and designer Ulstein will supply two SX175 service operation vessels to Bernhard Schulte in its first contract within the offshore wind industry.
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NewsVan Beers joins Blohm+Voss as CEO
German shipbuilder Blohm+Voss has appointed Fred van Beers as its new chief executive officer, taking over from Dr Herbert Aly from 1 March.
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Bahamas recognises Indian Register of Shipping
The flag state of Bahamas has recognised the authority of Indian Register of Shipping to carry out statutory surveys, audits and certification of Bahamian ships and ship-operating companies.
