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MacGregor equipment for STX-built cruise ships
MacGregor, part of Cargotec, is to supply cargo and passenger access equipment for two cruise ships being built by STX France SA.
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NewsMAN auto-tuning package landmark
MAN PrimeServ, the service division of MAN Diesel & Turbo, will now install Pressure Mounting Instrument (PMI) auto-tuning to all of its newbuild engines as standard following successful uptake by the industry.
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NewsMeyer stays put but strategy changes
Meyer Werft has told its 3,100 workers it will not leave home base in Papenburg for at least 15 years, writes Tom Todd. The company has also revealed a new shipbuilding process at the yard.
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NewsOman Drydock wins major conversion job
Oman Drydock Company (ODC) is looking to significantly increase its market share of global shiprepair work after completing its first major conversion job.
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NewsAlfa Laval ups the pressure
Alfa Laval’s AQUA Blue freshwater generator is now available in a stronger configuration that withstands considerably higher jacket water pressures.
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NewsLithium-ion battery power
A leading battery designer and manufacturer has just received the highest level of safety approval for its new Seanergy Li-ion Super-Iron Phosphate (SLFP) battery range for commercial vessels.
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NewsNew crane order underscores German expertise
Crane builder TTS NMF says an order for an 800t capacity crane for a new self-propelled jack-up ship is of “great significance” for the Norwegian-owned specialist, reports Tom Todd.
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NewsNew head for Reintjes
Klaus Deleroi is now managing director of German marine gearbox supplier, Reintjes, following the retirement of previous head Dr-Ing Christian Schilephack.
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NewsThe Motorship Propulsion & Emissions Conference 2015 takes shape
A fascinating agenda is emerging for The Motorship''s 2015 Propulsion & Emissions Conference, which is offering delegates a 20% discount on bookings made by 30 January.
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NewsLNG breakthrough for Wärtsilä in China
Wärtsilä is to supply LNG reliquefaction plants and gas handling systems to four LNG carriers being built by the Hudong-Zhongua Shipbuilding yard in China.
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NewsMSC marine lubrication contract
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) is to adopt a high-tech marine lubricant system that aims to optimise both the performance and overall efficiency of engines across its fleet.
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NewsFathom gives shipowners ECA resource
UK-based Fathom has launched new comprehensive guidance tools for shipowners and operators to support the industry with Emission Control Areas (ECA) operational and compliance challenges.
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NewsWärtsilä 2-stroke engine business deal finalised
Wärtsilä and China State Shipbuilding Corporation''s (CSSC) 2-stroke engine joint venture has been finalised with the required government and merger control approvals having been received.
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NewsJ-Lay delivery for Saipem
One of the world’s largest crane vessels, owned by Italian engineering business Saipem, has taken delivery of the biggest component for its 120m high J-Lay tower.
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NewsLaser-arc hybrid welding guidelines
Japanese classification society, ClassNK, has released an updated version of its guidance on laser-hybrid welding to build upon the original guidelines developed back in December 2009.
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Hyundai launches Marine Service Center
Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) has merged the aftersales service units of HHI, Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries and Hyundai Mipo Dockyard to create the Hyundai Marine Service Center in Ulsan, South Korea.
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NewsABB win Star Cruises propulsion contract
ABB has been awarded orders worth US$60m to provide electrical power plant and propulsion systems for two Star Cruises vessels to be built by Meyer Werft at its Papenburg yard.
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NewsGE to power Kawasaki LNG carriers
GE Power Conversion will supply electric power and propulsion systems for two LNG carriers to be built by Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI). The carriers will transport LNG from Louisiana, USA and will be completed in 2017 and 2018.
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NewsNorway aims for green coastal fleet
Norwegian ministers have pledged to cooperate with industry partners in a Green Coastal Shipping programme designed by DNV GL. The project aims to ensure that the country has the world’s most environmentally friendly fleet of coastal vessels.
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US$200m boost for Russian shipbuilding
New yards, contracts and partnerships in engine manufacturing will result in a US$200m investment boost in the Russian shipbuilding industry in H1 2015, according to a recent report by the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade.
