All Motorship articles in Web Issue – Page 486
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NewsWinGD targets mixed-fuel combustion in 2016
The new X-DF series of dual-fuel two-stroke engines will be tuned to enable running on a mixture of LNG and diesel over the coming year, according to engine designer Winterthur Gas & Diesel (WinGD).
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Corvus improves lithium battery performance
Corvus Energy has announced improved performance specifications for its current lithium ion battery systems.
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NewsCondition monitoring notations extend survey intervals
DNV GL explains the basis of new notations offering unlimited survey intervals for water lubricated tail shaft systems, dependent on condition monitoring.
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NewsRequirement for BWM Convention not met
The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has confirmed that the tonnage requirements for the Ballast Water Management (BWM) Convention have not been met.
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MacGregor wins heavy-lift crane contracts
MacGregor, part of Cargotec, has won a new contract to deliver twelve 450-tonne capacity heavy-lift cranes for six Ecolift F900 vessels.
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NewsType approval for Wartsila dual-fuel two stroke
The dual-fuel engine designed and developed by Winterthur Gas and Diesel (WinGD) equipped with a low-pressure gas admission system has successfully completed its Type Approval Test (TAT).
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ClassNK publishes amended rules
Classification society ClassNK has announced that it has released amendments to its Rules and Guidance for the Survey and Construction of Steel Ships.
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NewsABB propulsion for Meyer Werft newbuilds
The latest Azipod XO podded propulsion has recently departed from the ABB factory in Helsinki.
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NewsWartsila designs zero-emissions ferry concept
Wärtsilä Marine Solutions has launched a concept for a series of innovative and cost effective shuttle ferries which feature zero or low emissions.
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Parker Kittiwake introduces ECA data gathering
Parker Kittiwake Procal, part of the Parker Hannifin Corporation, has launched the new Procal 1200M data gathering system and control unit.
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NewsFinding the balance
Balancing chill, pressure and business demands is no easy task for those designing LNG fuel tanks and bunkering vessels, reports Stevie Knight.
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NewsIMO technology centres receive crucial funding
The European Commission has provided €10 million towards five maritime technology cooperation centres (MTCCs) to be established by the IMO in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Latin America and the Pacific.
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NewsVisedo acquires Electric Power Conversion
Finnish electric drive train specialist Visedo continues to increase its system expertise in marine solutions by acquiring Dutch integration and development partner Electric Power Conversion.
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NewsLloyd’s Register adds low-flashpoint notation
Class society Lloyd’s Register has introduced new design and construction standards for the use of low-flashpoint fuels with a new LFPF notation.
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NewsCathelco corrosion protection for FPSO trio
Cathelco has won a trio of orders to supply hull corrosion protection systems to FPSOs.
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NewsESL bulkers first for DNV GL rules
Two dual-fuelled handysize bulk carriers for Finnish owner ESL Shipping will be the first built to DNV GL’s new rules, released late last year.
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NewsJon Childs: Out of the bottleneck
Jon Childs of GE Power Conversions admits he “has been on something of a crusade” to make nailing down the most effective electrical installation less painful. But it took a neat turn of events to propel his ideas beyond the coffee machine, writes Stevie Knight.
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NewsVard Promar bears first fruit
Global shipbuilder and designer Vard has delivered a 7,000m3 full-pressurised LPG carrier to Petrobras Transporte (Transpetro), the first vessel to be completed at the group’s newest yard, Vard Promar near Recife.
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NewsWartsila X-40 for Vietnamese chemical tanker
Three new 21,800 dwt chemical tankers, under construction at two different shipyards in Vietnam, will feature integrated Wärtsilä propulsion and power generation systems.
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Langh Tech takes control of DeltaLangh JV
Langh Tech has acquired Deltamarin’s shares in scrubber and water treatment systems manufacturer DeltaLangh, taking full control of the company.
