All Motorship articles in Web Issue – Page 658
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NewsWärtsilä opens new spares centre
Wärtsilä has inaugurated its new spare parts distribution centre in Kampen, the Netherlands, which combines eight previous local warehouses into one global supply chain operation, from order confirmation to delivery.
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New facility for Australian builder
Australian shipbuilder Strategic Marine has announced that it is to expand its presence in Western Australia’s North West region, establishing a new facility at the SINWA site in Karratha.
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NewsAustal acquires shipyard in Philippines
In a $7million deal, Western Australia-based shipbuilder Austal has acquired the former FBMA shipyard in the Philippines as part of its strategy to regionalise its manufacturing base for commercial vessels.
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NewsCarbon programme launched for shipping
Carbon Positive, a carbon management consultancy for the maritime sector, has launched its Carbon Positive Programme for Ships (CPPS), designed to support ship owners, managers and operators in CO2 emission reduction.
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NewsIBIA recognises LNG as fuel for ships
At the recent annual convention of the International Bunker Industry Association, held in Barcelona, the IBIA board announced its official decision to “become more closely engaged in LNG matters”.
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Guide addresses crane safety issues
Lloyd''s Register has announced the publication of a pocket guide to help ship owners and operators understand the importance of professional maintenance and survey preparation for marine lifting appliances.
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Partnership addresses bridge management challenges
Thomas Gunn says that it has teamed up with Regs4ships to provide a complete bridge solution for the navigator, offering Regs4ships digital maritime regulations incorporated into its Voyager navigational system.
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Hybrid ferries to be built in Scotland
UK cabinet secretary for infrastructure and capital investment Alex Neil has recently confirmed Clyde-based Ferguson Shipbuilders as the preferred bidder to build a world''s first in environmentally friendly ferries.
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Gears and propellers for fishing vessels
Scana Volda of Norway has signed a contract, valued at around NOK 24million, with STX OSV Trading for delivery of three gear and propeller systems with remote control for three STX OSV-designed trawlers.
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New Chinese president for Wärtsilä
James Han has been appointed president of Wartsila China, succeeding John Zhu, who has decided to pursue his career elsewhere.
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NewsNew licenses implemented for CAD/CAM
Sener of Spain reports that Spanish engineering company Seaplace has recently acquired new licenses of the Foran CAD/CAM system, including the forms, naval architecture, and advanced design and drawing packages.
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Shipping company commits to BNWAS
UK company Martek Marine says that Mitsui OSK Line has made a firm commitment to install Martek BNWAS (bridge navigational watch and alarm systems) on board its ships ahead of regulatory requirements.
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NewsGL announces new Naval Ship Classification Association chairman
The Naval Ship Classification Association (NSCA) has elected Lorenz Petersen, Germanischer Lloyd''s Business Segment Manager for Navy Vessels, as Chairman of the Association, at NCSA’a annual general meeting in Rome.
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NewsUK ship emission review published
The Committee for Climate Change (CCC) has recommended that the UK’s share of international shipping emissions be included in its climate targets today.
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Quick-release evacuation system launched
Marine safety equipment company Viking Life-Saving Equipment is launching a 153-person liferaft and mini slide system, packed in a single aluminum stowage box and launched by a single push-button actuator.
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NewsIcebreaker production starts in Helsinki
Arctech Helsinki Shipyard says it has started production of a second icebreaking supply vessel for Russian shipping company Sovcomflot at the Helsinki Shipyard. Both vessels will be delivered in April 2013.
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Ro-ro gear order for deep-sea vessels
Cargotec has announced two new contracts worth around €15 million for complete MacGregor ro-ro access and transfer systems for deepsea container/ro-ro (con-ro) vessels.
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Boxship newbuilding to Greek operator
Container ship operators Danaos Corporation reports that it has recently taken delivery of the 8,350 newbuilding ‘CMA CGM Bianca’, from Shanghai Jiangnan Changxing Heavy Industry in China.
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NewsMHI confirms order for Aida cruise ships
The memorandum of understanding between Carnival Corporation and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has now been converted into a contract. The order, for two cruise vessels for Carnival’s Aida brand, was signed on 2 November.
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NewsCummins’ 4,000bhp challenges medium speed
Cummins is to launch a new QSK95 engine with 4,000bhp (2,983kW) output in the commercial marine market. The company says this will be the most powerful high-speed diesel for marine propulsion and gensets.
