Propulsion

Chris Marine of Sweden has launched a new liner diameter measurement (LDM) instrument in order to quickly investigate the internal condition of cylinder liners for two-stroke engines.

Wärtsilä reports that it has signed a contract with the STX Finland shipyard in Rauma, to deliver four medium speed engines for a polar supply and research vessel.

Wärtsilä has received the first order for its new Wärtsilä RT-flex35 two-stroke engine, for five units to be built by licensee Yichang Marine Diesel Engine for a series of chemical tankers for…

Wärtsiläs new environmental services portfolio, offered throughout the companys fully-owned global network, is said to mark another step in its strategy of strengthening its position as a leading provider of environmental marine…

Volvo Penta of Sweden reports that shipyard Baltic Workboats has signed a contract for the design and build of a 16m fast pilot boat equipped with twin IPS1050 units.

Wärtsilä reports recent sales success for its RT-flex82T low-speed engine, which was introduced to the market in 2005.

The Sustainable Shipping awards, first presented in 2009, are being repeated for 2010.

US company Universal has formed a new emissions technology division.

The largest Alfa Laval PureBallast system available is to be installed by Stena on one of its drilling ships.

With the founding of the Schottel Academy in January 2010, the German manufacturer of propulsion systems is demonstrating its commitment to improved training and continuous professional development for all target groups.