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NewsOIL RECOVERY SYSTEM ENABLES “OIL AS A SERVICE”
An oil recovery system that continually removes contamination, including nano-sized particles, from lubrication oil is enabling “oil as a service” to landside industry, with marine applications mulled for the future.
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NewsABS, HHS and HGS complete decarb JDP
ABS, Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) and Hyundai Global Service (HGS) have completed a joint development project (JDP) exploring decarbonisation and digitalisation in the marine and offshore industries.
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NewsMSC INKS TERM CONTRACT FOR 11 X 15,300 TEU DF BOXSHIPS
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), the Geneva-based liner operator, has signed a long-term charter with Singapore-based shipowner Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) for 11 dual-fuel ultra large container ships (ULCS), according to media reports.
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NewsShell Shipcare now available at eight ports
Shell Marine has increased the availability of its Shell Shipcare range of shipping maintenance products and solutions.
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NewsMTU SERIES 4000 GENSETS FOR US NAVY FRIGATES
Rolls Royce has won the contract to supply a package of mtu Series 4000 gensets for the lead frigate in the U.S. Navy''s new Constellation class. Construction of the newbuilding is expected to begin at Fincantieri Marinette Marine in Wisconsin later in 2021.
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NewsABB software boosts ferry efficiency
ABB software will enable energy savings and performance gains for Tallink’s new LNG-powered ferry.
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NewsWhy voyage optimisation should be all encompassing
The recent disruption in the Suez Canal revealed an opportunity for voyage optimisation solutions to achieve greater contribution, writes Kimmo Laaksonen, Director, Product Development, NAPA Shipping Solutions
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NewsKongsberg Maritime wins Hurtigruten ESS retrofit contract
Norwegian ferry and cruise operator Hurtigruten has announced details of a retrofit programme to lower emissions from seven of its vessels. Three ships will undergo extensive retrofits, which will see their engines replaced with low-emission Bergen engines and the installation of 2.24MWh capacity battery packs.
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NewsGerman coalition simulates remote tug navigation operation
A coalition has successfully conducted a manoeuvre simulation of a tugboat during the 12th National Maritime Conference in Rostock on 10 May. The simulation forms part of a German government supported project to investigate the use of remote-controlled tugs during mooring and casting-off manoeuvres of large ships.
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NewsDamen wins Australian tug deal
Damen Shipyards Group has been awarded a contract by Australia-based Engage Marine for the delivery of three ASD Tug 3212, Damen’s Next Generations Tugs Series.
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NewsBV AiP for GILLS air lubrication system
Bureau Veritas has awarded approval in principle to GILLS PTE in Singapore for its air lubrication system that helps improve efficiency by reducing the drag of an underwater hull.
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NewsBELGIUM INVESTS IN NEW RESEARCH PLATFORM
Long in the gestation, Belgium’s plan for a new vessel to reinvigorate the country’s oceanographic research endeavours is coming to fruition in the Spanish-built, 71m Belgica, writes David Tinsley.
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NewsFratelli Cosulich orders first LNG bunker vessel
Wärtsilä Gas Solutions has been selected to design and supply Nantong CIMC Sinopacific Offshore & Engineering (CIMC SOE) with the LNG cargo containment system for an 8,000 cbm LNG bunker barge. The newbuilding is the first LNG bunker barge to be ordered by Fratelli Cosulich s.r.l.
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NewsCommercial solutions dominate the shortlist for 2021 Motorship Award
The shortlist of nominees for the 2021 Motorship Award is dominated by commercially available solutions, ranging from batteries and wind propulsion through to propulsion solutions.
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NewsOPTIONS FOR SHORE POWER CONNECTION GROW AS PORTS SET AMBITIOUS GHG TARGETS
Ports are setting ambitious greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets, and there are many options for shipowners to take-up the increasing availability of shore power.
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NewsItaly's Gas and Heat to supply CCS for new Knutsen Scale Gas bunker vessel
Italy''s Gas and Heat Spa has signed a contract with Astilleros Armon Gijon ship yard to design and build the LNG cargo and fuel handling system for a 5,000 cbm LNG bunker barge. The newbuilding, the first LNG bunker barge to be built in Spain, has been ordered by Knutsen ...
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NewsPartnership to demystify operational data
Danelec Marine and ioCurrents are teaming up to bring the latest in data analytics to help operators better manage their fleets.
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NewsCommercial autonomous tug in US first
Foss Maritime has selected Sea Machines Robotics’ autonomous command and control system for use on board its new tugboat, the fourth of several new ASD-90 tugs under construction at Nichols Brothers Boat Builders in the State of Washington.
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NewsClassNK awards AiP to LH2 CCS developed by KHI
Classification society ClassNK has awarded an Approval in Principle (AiP) to Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) for a cargo containment system design suitable for use aboard large liquefied hydrogen (LH2) carrier vessels. The system''s tank has a 40,000cbm capacity.
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NewsSolvang opts for vibration monitoring tool
Norwegian shipowner Solvang has opted to install a vibration monitoring system aboard nine of its tankers, after analysing the results of a two-year trial.
