More Regulation – Page 20
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NewsSurveying in cyberspace
DNV has inaugurated a 3D survey simulator at Gdynia, Poland, designed to improve safety in the shipping industry. Using this, DNV says, virtual ships are used for training, knowledge sharing and development.
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NewsAC electric propulsion leads the way to noise compliance
AC electric propulsion leads the way to noise compliance
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NewsBrazilian breakthrough for vibration compensator
Danish company Gertsen & Olufsen has received its first order for electric vibration compensators from the growing shipbuilding market in Brazil.
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NewsClass proposes even slower ship speeds
Germanischer Lloyd caused something of a stir towards the end of 2009 by advocating ship speeds well below even the current trend for ''slow steaming''.
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NewsClass society explores the return of nuclear propelled merchant ships
Research is focused on the application of nuclear propulsion to tankers, bulk carriers, container ships and cruise ships
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NewsMixed feelings from IMO on COP15
The IMO Secretary General speaks out about the outcome of the UN Climate Change Conference
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NewsEPA adopts strong standards for large ships
The US EPA has finalised a rule setting tough engine and fuel standards for large ships, to slash harmful marine diesel emissions.
