All Motorship articles in Web Issue – Page 474
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NewsPhilly yard delivers LNG-ready US tankers
Prudent engineering evident in Crowley Maritime Corp’s new MT50-class vessels is intended to future-proof investment in ‘Jones Act’ tanker trades, writes David Tinsley.
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NewsSlim Hybrid in service six years after order
Almost six years after being ordered, the first of two €140 million hybrid passenger ferries for German-Danish operator Scandlines has finally gone into Baltic service, writes Tom Todd.
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NewsLandmark LNG-fuelled tanker set for sea trials
The first of four LNG-fuelled tankers on order for Swedish operator Terntank, to be powered by the first commercial application of a Wärstilä dual-fuel two-stroke engine, will begin sea trials on 18 May.
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NewsLukoil launches third Singapore barge
Russian petroleum products specialist, Lukoil Marine Lubricants, has announced the launch of its third supply barge in Singapore.
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NewsEcoslops in waste disposal incentive scheme
The Green Award foundation has announced that it has signed an incentive agreement with Ecoslops.
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NewsTackling the engine speed optimisation challenge
In April, ABB Marine and Ports revealed its Dynamic AC system, the latest innovation in its quest to improve fuel efficiency for diesel-electric vessels. The Motorship spoke to programme manager electrical systems Sami Kanerva about the new concept.
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NewsCrane upgrade for Sea Installer
Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam (DSAm) has announced that it is currently undertaking a major modification and maintenance project on the jack-up vessel Sea Installer.
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NewsThe Motorship Propulsion & Emissions Conference blog review
Highlights from The Motorship’s Propulsion & Emissions Conference on 11-12 May were reported minute-by-minute via our live blog. Ahead of in-depth coverage in print, readers can review the action here.
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NewsIWSA to recognise wind propulsion innovation
The International Windship Association (IWSA) has announced that nominations for the first Wind Propulsion Innovation Awards are officially open.
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NewsLong-awaited delivery to boost German cruise market
An array of innovative energy-saving and enviro features is combined with a major advance in capacity and amenities in AIDA Cruises’ new ship, writes David Tinsley.
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MacGregor access systems for Japanese car carriers
MacGregor, part of Cargotec, has received orders from two Japanese yards to deliver comprehensive RoRo access equipment packages for four car carriers.
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NewsOregon university issues research ship construction tender
Oregon State University has issued a request for information (RFI) to shipyards that may be interested in the vessel construction phase of a new regional class research vessel.
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NewsNavantia Cadiz services cruise ship quartet
Navantia has announced that four cruise ships are currently being serviced and repaired at its shipyard in Cadiz.
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NewsFuelling future efficiencies for the UK fleet
Private public partnership Energy Technologies Institute is investing in three research projects that could both accelerate the development of new energy efficient solutions and contribute to the UK’s ambitious greenhouse gas reduction targets. Gavin Lipsith reports.
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NewsDual-fuel ferries mark UK first
The dual-fuel ferries under construction at Ferguson Marine for Caledonian MacBrayne Assets (CMAL) represent a significant milestone in several respects. Gavin Lipsith spoke to vessel designer Houlder about the project.
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NewsFincanteri order for Climeon WHRS
Fincantieri has selected Climeon’s heat power system, the Climeon Ocean, for its energy efficient solutions.
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NewsKBB develops two-stage turbocharger
German turbocharger manufacturer, KBB Turbo, will be presenting its latest turbocharging solutions at CIMAC 2016 – the International Council on Combustion Engines congress - in June.
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Drone detection of sulphur emissions
Aerial drones may have the potential to assist enforcement of emissions legislation, but without an international standard for their use several questions remain, writes Lucinda Roberts, associate at law firm Clyde & Co.
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NewsGenting deal creates German yard giant
The completion, just announced by Genting Hong Kong, of its €230.6 million purchase of Nordic Yards is the final step in one of Germany’s biggest and most significant shipbuilding shake-ups of recent years, reports Tom Todd.
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NewsFocused solution for Bibby
With the the flatlining oil and gas market in the background Bibby Marine Services, like a number of others, has been eyeing the potential offered by offshore wind: however Bibby is clear the answer is crossover – not leftover – technology, writes Stevie Knight
