Motorship News – Page 207
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NewsNew high-performance tug for SAAM service at Port of Callao
A new high-performance tug has been handed over to SAAM Towage. The tugboat, designed by Canadian naval architects Robert Allan Ltd, will enter service at the Port of Callao, as part of the world’s third largest operator''s new service in Peru.
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NewsFUNDING BOOST TO SMALLER US YARDS
Grants totalling nearly US$20 million have been authorised for improvement schemes at smaller shipyard companies throughout the USA, writes David Tinsley.
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NewsCMB AND TSUNEISHI PLAN JAPANESE HYDROGEN TUG
A project for the construction of Asia’s first hydrogen-powered tugboat is underway after a joint venture was established this month between Belgium-based CMB, Japan’s Tsuneishi Facilities & Craft and Kambara Kisen.
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NewsKistler updates powertrain diagnostics system
Kistler has launched the KiBox2, a remodelled version of its 2009 KiBox measurement system for combustion engine development.
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Newsi4 Insight tool adds bunker planning data
i4 Insight has teamed up with BunkerEx to incorporate bunker planning data into the i4 Insight platform.
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NewsGerman research flagship Atair enters service
Five years in the making, Germany’s unique new €113.8 million government-owned LNG research all-rounder Atair has finally entered service, writes Tom Todd.
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NewsEVERFUEL TO DELIVER HYDROGEN FOR PLANNED ZERO-EMISSION SHIP
Danish hydrogen producer and distributor Everfuel is expanding in the marine sphere with the signing of an MoU for the supply of hydrogen to a zero-emission shipping company in Europe.
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NewsChina Stage II-compliant Wärtsilä 20 engine solution undergoing endurance tests
Wärtsilä is to introduce a combined engine plus selective catalytic reduction (SCR) packaged product that will comply with China’s impending Stage II marine engine emission standard.
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NewsTechnology and Design Advances Change Case For Wind
Shifting economics and the evolution of design and technology considerations have changed the case for modern wind powered ships, says Kenneth Goh, GM of Knud E. Hansen A/S, Australia.
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NewsHöegh Autoliners unveils new ammonia-ready dual-fuel hybrid PCTC
Höegh Autoliners announced plans to launch the world''s first ammonia-ready battery-hybrid pure car and truck carrier on Monday 26 April. The vessel will be the largest and most environmentally sustainable PCTC in operation when it enters service, the shipowner announced.
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NewsAIRBUS AERONAUTICS INFORMS KITE SYSTEM DESIGN
Airseas, an Airbus spin-off, has harnessed the aeronautical expertise of its parent company to create a kite system expected to be serialised for roll out by “K” Line.
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NewsTAIWAN LINE DRIVES BOXSHIP FLEET EXPANSION
A new Japanese-built generation optimised for east Asian container trade is entering service with ambitious Wan Hai Lines, writes David Tinsley.
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NewsTENSION IN THE GERMAN MARITIME CHAIN
Preparations for business revival and redirection after the collapse of cruise tourism are central to endeavours by shipbuilders in the Federal Republic, writes David Tinsley.
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NewsTeekay opts for fleet monitoring tool for emissions monitoring
Teekay is deploying ABB Turbocharging’s engine diagnostics software, Tekomar XPERT for fleet, across 54 Suezmax and Aframax tankers. The roll-out includes the software''s new CO2 emissions indicator.
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NewsWärtsilä optimised maintenance for Latsco LNGCs
Wärtsilä has signed an agreement to provide Greek shipping company Latsco LNG Marine Management with optimised maintenance to support the operational efficiency of the main engines of two LNG carriers.
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NewsSvanehøj’s China expansion showing results
Svanehøj’s expansion of its offering in China is proving fruitful with the signing of two major P&C pump orders, a deal with Cosco Dalian Shipyard to equip two P&C tankers and one with GSI Shipyard for 96 deepwell pumps for four new MR Tankers.
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NewsSchottel RudderPropellers for new TSHD
Schottel will be equipping a new trailing suction hopper dredger being built for Detlef Hegemann Aktiengesellschaft with its RudderPropellers.
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NewsShip data management made easier
A universal platform that enables the sharing of ship operation data among shipbuilders, manufacturers, and related service providers without compromising the profits of data providers has been utilised in a bulk carrier.
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NewsNew German Catamaran Ferry Powered By MAN 175D Engines
A new high-speed catamaran ferry, Nordlicht II, is due to enter service for German ferry company, AG EMS, in July. Powered by two MAN 16V175D-MM engines, the ferry will be capable of a service speed of 35 knots.
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NewsFlag and Class leaders unite to support shipping with technology challenges
Four of the leading classification societies and three flag states have come together to establish a Maritime Technologies Forum, which seeks to bridge the gap between technology knowledge and regulatory process.
