Motorship News – Page 355
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NewsLR awards first cybersecurity notation to containership
A brand new 20k teu container ship has an energy management system which has been cyber certified by Lloyds Register.
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NewsProject launched to test biodegradable lubricants
DNV GL has launched a joint development project in cooperation to test possible influence of Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants (EALs) on failures in stern tube bearings.
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NewsPump system order for newbuild Sølvtrans vessel
Aas Mekaniske Verksted has ordered pump systems from PG Flow Solutions for use on board a newbuild wellboat for Sølvtrans.
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NewsClass S approval for Kongsberg digital simulators
Kongsberg Digital has received DNV-GL statements of compliance for two of its newest engine room simulator models.
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NewsPlan to use LNG carriers for ethylene
New Jersey-based Agility Gas Technologies has received patents covering its innovative proposal for transporting liquefied high-value gases (HVG) on LNG carriers, writes David Tinsley.
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NewsCement carrier capacity upgrade falls to Damen
A cement carrier has left Damen Shiprepair Oranjewerf following a full maintenance programme and significant upgrade to its cement carrying capacity.
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NewsOil-free screw blowers aid efficient performance
Variable Speed Driven (VSD) oil-free rotary screw blowers are to play an integral role in an innovative air lubrication system designed to give larger vessels up to 8% in fuel savings.
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NewsMAN secures 10-year EMC contract
MAN PrimeServ has signed an Engine Management Concept (EMC) maintenance contract with the operator of a 50-vessel Turkish container fleet.
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NewsMAN develops cylinder bypass for gas engines
MAN Diesel & Turbo''s new cylinder bypass function will enable ME-GI engines to run on LNG even when a cylinder misfires.
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NewsDutch partners develop 3D printer for shipbuilding
Marine engineering consultancy Royal Roos and 3D printer manufacturer CEAD are developing an industrial-scale 3D printer with potential applications in shipbuilding.
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NewsEngineering expansion at Royston
Royston Diesel Power has doubled the size of its UK engineering facilities to support its marine engine and technology growth.
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NewsBourbon begins DP automation project
French shipping group Bourbon has launched a pilot project to automate dynamic positioning (DP) operations onboard one of its offshore vessels.
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News‘No insignificant task’: developing the environment for autonomy
In June the IMO agreed to a scoping exercise for autonomous vessel regulations that many thought was still some years off. James Fanshawe, chair of the Maritime Autonomous Systems Regulatory Working Group (MASRWG) was one of the key influencers.
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NewsKey finance institution joins SEA/LNG coalition
Industry coalition SEA/LNG has seen its first finance institution join bringing a core financial perspective to the group.
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NewsABS awards AIP for HHI FPSO hull design
ABS has granted Approval in Principle (AIP) to Hyundai Heavy Industries’ (HHI) floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) hull design.
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NewsMV Werften -A perfect Fit for Genting
Since its surprise creation nearly two years ago, MV Werften (MVW) has progressed a five-year newbuilding programme - comprising nine ships valued at €3.5 billion - which is breathing new life into the east German shipbuilding landscape, writes Germany correspondent Tom Todd.
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NewsBusiness is focus of new conference
Nor-Shipping is launching a conference to facilitate discussion of maritime business potential and opportunities.
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NewsClassNK certification for Sea Sentry wash water monitoring
A wash water monitoring system for ship exhaust gas cleaning manufactured by Chelsea Technologies, has achieved certification by ClassNK.
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NewsAuxiliary engine damage most common after maintenance
More than half of auxiliary engine damage takes place almost immediately after maintenance, according to an investigation by The Swedish Club.
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NewsDamen BWMT service extends across eight EU ports
Ship owners are now able to treat their unmanaged ballast water or load cleaned ballast water in eight different Northern EU ports using Damen’s IMO certified InvaSave ballast water management treatment service.
