BAE Systems Launches Talisman Autonomous Underwater System
BAE Systems launched its new autonomous unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) Talisman at Oceanology International 2006. The Talisman System, developed by BAE Systems in the UK, is a latest-generation modular multi-role UUV, capable of a wide range of maritime littoral operations. Fully-funded by BAE Systems' private venture funding, the Talisman program was launched in late 2004, going from paper to initial trials within less than a year. The program is part of BAE Systems' strategy to build up an integrated approach to unmanned vehicles and autonomous systems, leading to the development of Intelligent Autonomy which can be applied across all sectors.
New Type of Passenger Vessel from Canadian Shipyard
Strömma Kanalbolaget Turism & Sjofart AB (SKTS), a well known tourism organization in Sweden has recently purchased a new 48 passenger Explorathor high performance vessel from Recheres Et Travaux Maritimes Construction (RTMC), a shipbuilder based in Québec, Canada. The boat measures 45 ft. in overall length with a 12.5 ft. beam. It is powered with twin TAMD74C, 450 hp Volvo Penta diesel engines driving two model 356 stainless steel Alpha Power Jet, also produced by RTMC. The vessel has an ultra-modern appearance, and clients are attracted to some of the patented design features incorporated into its construction. While considering the…
