All Motorship articles in Web Issue – Page 382
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NewsIntelligent workhorse of the seas
A comprehensive approach to ‘smart’ ship technology has been adopted by Chinese shipbuilding in a recently delivered handysize bulker, writes David Tinsley.
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NewsAutonomous vessels can meet COLREG rules
A £1.3m MAXCMAS (MAchine eXecutable Collision regulations for Marine Autonomous Systems) project has found that the operation of autonomous vessels can meet, if not exceed, current collision avoidance (COLREG) rules.
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NewsGTT LNG tank design contract
GTT will undertake the tank design of two 174,000 m3 LNG carriers (LNGC) for Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries (HSHI).
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NewsTier III compliance for MTU Series 4000
MTU’s high-speed engine Series 4000 with selective catalytic reduction (SCR) has successfully completed tests certifying compliance with IMO’s Tier III NOx limits.
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NewsDigital twin platform development project launched
A project which aims to create an open source platform for the development of ship digital twins has been launched at the Norwegian Maritime Competence Centre in Ålesund.
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NewsSMM 2018 Green Shipping Conference
Stricter environmental regulations on ballast water and sulphur emissions are forcing the shipping industry to take action and this year’s SMM 2018 will showcase future-proof technologies to help operators meet tighter targets.
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NewsA smarter approach to fuel challenges
Ship owners will need to focus more on smart operation of their equipment as fuel challenges mount. According to Niclas Dahl. vice president of Alfa Laval’s marine separation and heat transfer business unit, the company is investing heavily to develop those solutions.
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Double inspection service agreements for Macgregor
MacGregor has signed two inspection service agreements with experienced dry bulk shipping operators, ESL Shipping and Wagenborg Shipping, to ensure equipment is in good working order going forward.
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NewsGibdock completes quick succession double repair
Gibraltar yard Gibdock has completed two repair jobs in quick succession underpinning its reputation for delivering high standard maintenance and repair services on time and on budget.
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NewsNew test engine facility for MAN
A new test engine facility to be developed jointly by MAN Diesel & Turbo and licensee Hyundai Heavy Industries will support the development of MAN engine technology.
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NewsAET shuttle tankers enlist ABB power systems
Two dual-fuelled shuttle tankers for AET will feature ABB power and automation systems when they are delivered by Samsung Heavy Industries in 2019.
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NewsStar Bulk in renewable energy installation study
Dry bulk operator Star Bulk is to conduct a two-year study to assess the feasibility of installing solar panel, batteries and other renewable energy technology provided by Eco Marine Power (EMP).
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NewsTri-collaboration on new generation dredger design
CEMEX, Damen and Lloyd’s Register (LR) have entered into a tri-party collaboration to help meet UK requirements for a next generation environmentally friendly dredger.
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NewsPropeller inspection and metrology project
A new joint industry project aims to seek out improved methods for propeller inspection and metrology.
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NewsPassenger ferry first for Cummins QSK95 propulsion
Azam Marine has chosen two Cummins QSK95 propulsion engines to provide main propulsion power for its next passenger ferry Kilimanjaro VII, the first QSK95 powered passenger ferry in the world.
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NewsBrunvoll propulsion for new Norwegian longliners
Brunvoll has signed contracts for system deliveries of propulsion manoeuvring and control systems for four newbuild longliners bound for Norway.
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NewsSkangas sees marine LNG demand rise
Skangas has pointed to increased Nordic LNG fuel demand after undertaking 1,000 LNG bunkering operations last year.
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NewsMaximised crude carrier for Japan trade
Japanese shipbuilders’ quest for design refinement is exemplified by the 312,539dwt crude carrier ‘Kirishima’, which offers the highest cargo capacity within the maximum hull dimensions for Japanese oil ports. David Tinsley reports
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NewsWärtsilä to acquire Transas in smart marine drive
Finnish technology group Wärtsilä is to acquire UK navigation solutions provider Transas as it seeks to fulfil its vision of a marine industry connected by smart technology.
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NewsTechnologies project to aid RIB rescues
A new project to design and develop new technologies using drone technology and artificial intelligence (AI) could aid RIB search and rescue operations.
