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FUELS & LUBRICANTS

FUELS & LUBRICANTS

Chris Daw, managing director of Kittiwake Procal, explains the importance of in-situ continuous emissions monitoring in ensuring regulatory compliance and improved operational performance.

30th August 2011

Online monitoring for transparency, compliance and performance

30th August 2011

PROPULSION

PROPULSION

Korea’s increasing endeavours in the field of engine technology, complementing its considerable stance as a producer of engines for the marine and power generation markets, are encapsulated in the rapid extension of…

29th August 2011

Korean engine builder consolidates gas experience

29th August 2011

PROPULSION

PROPULSION

Thruster manufacturer Brunvoll has released details of the first propulsion application for its azimuth rim driven thrusters, on a Norwegian ferry operated by Fjord1 MRF.

29th August 2011

New-generation thrusters put to work on Norwegian ferry

29th August 2011

VESSELS & SHIPYARDS

VESSELS & SHIPYARDS

Jack Gaston reviews the latest tug designs, looking in particular at their efficient and environmentally-friendly propulsion arrangements.

28th August 2011

Tugowners have more choice than ever before

28th August 2011

FUELS & LUBRICANTS

FUELS & LUBRICANTS

According to Total Lubmarine, its Talusia Universal lube oil, specifically designed to meet the challenges posed by using fuels with varying sulphur content, has benefited one particular tanker company.

28th August 2011

Single lubricant to meet ECA challenges

28th August 2011

GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS

Danish marine electrical company Selco, whose products include the Engine Eye diagnostic instrument, has been acquired by Littelfuse of the USA, a global manufacturer of circuit protection components and protective relays.

26th August 2011

New owner for Danish company

26th August 2011

GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS

Hamburg-based online simulation training company Safebridge says that it has reached agreement with Raytheon Anschütz to offer online, type-specific ECDIS training based on Raytheon Anschütz’s own software.

26th August 2011

Another type-specific ECDIS training solution

26th August 2011

GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS

MAN Diesel & Turbo reports that it has received a €22 million order for complete propulsion systems for four AHTS newbuildings, being built at ST Marine Singapore for Swire Pacific Offshore Operations.

26th August 2011

16-engine offshore order for MAN

26th August 2011

GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS

Kittiwake Developments has announced what it describes as a “significant cost reduction and payment plan” for its LinerSCAN online sensors designed to safeguard engine cylinder liners.

25th August 2011

Payment plan launched for liner sensors

25th August 2011

GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS

Hyundai Heavy Industries has announced the completion of performance tests on a model of its ice-breaking iron ore carrier ship design. The tests were undertaken at the Institute for Ocean Technology in…

25th August 2011

Model tests end on icebreaking bulker

25th August 2011

GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS

Dutch company Westmark informs us that its P-Trap anti-piracy product has been shortlisted in the safety category of the 2011 Lloyd’s List Awards.

25th August 2011

Recognition for anti-piracy system

25th August 2011

GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS

STX Finland says that its Rauma shipyard has now begun production of an innovative fisheries research vessel ordered by the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources of the Republic of Namibia.

25th August 2011

Production starts on new research ship

25th August 2011

GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS

ME Solutions (MESAB) of Sweden says that it has received an order for retrofitting Alfa Laval Pureballast systems on two tank vessels.

25th August 2011

New ballast water system orders

25th August 2011

APPOINTMENTS

APPOINTMENTS

Wrist Ship Supply has appointed a key account manager dedicated to its Asian customers.

25th August 2011

New Singapore manager for ship supplier

25th August 2011

GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS

UK-based Marine Software says that it has recently supplied its MPM (marine planned maintenance) system to Imtech Marine & Offshore of The Netherlands, for implementation onboard two Naval client vessels.

24th August 2011

Maintenance software for naval ships

24th August 2011

GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS

Shipping consultant Drewry has published its latest annual analysis of ship operating costs, which makes somewhat depressing reading for operators faced with low demand and increased commodity prices.

24th August 2011

Ship operators can expect cost increases

24th August 2011

GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS

Satellite communications provider Marlink says that it has donated a Sealink VSAT system to the Norwegian maritime training vessel Gann. which provides training programmes to prepare school leavers for a career at…

24th August 2011

Satellite system given to training ship

24th August 2011

GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS

According to Paul Friedberg, president of Dubai-based Goltens Worldwide Services, pirates are raising the stakes, but simple, cost-effective preventive measures can be quickly put in place to protect ships and their crews.

23rd August 2011

Shipping is “fiddling while Rome burns,” says shiprepair boss about piracy

23rd August 2011

GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS

Kongsberg Maritime says that it has delivered eight high performance CCTV systems for installation on National Gas Shipping Company’s (NGSCO) entire fleet of LNG carrier ships, operating in the Middle East.

23rd August 2011

CCTV system aids LNG carrier surveillance

23rd August 2011

GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS

System Sensor Europe, a Honeywell subsidiary, says it has gained MED approval for its ECO1000 conventional fire detectors, enabling them to be used in detection systems in passenger ships, cargo vessels and…

22nd August 2011

Fire detectors receive MED approval

22nd August 2011

GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS

Keppel Corporation says that its associated company, Aqua Pellentesque, has entered into an amalgamation agreement with Floatel International, which paves the way for Keppel to acquire Floatel’s share capital.

22nd August 2011

Keppel subsidiary to merge with Floatel International

22nd August 2011

GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS

The first of four small, high-performance freight ferries, designed and built for tough Irish Sea operation with UK operator Seatruck, was being named and launched on 19 August at the Flensburger shipyard.

22nd August 2011

Seatruck takes first new ferry from FSG

22nd August 2011

EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT

Producing fresh water on sea-going vessels can be an awkward business fraught with problems; a range of options tailored for all kinds of vessels are taking the frustration out of desalination, by…

20th August 2011

Fresh water without frustration

20th August 2011