GlobalSim Providing Crane Simulators to Newport News Shipbuilding
GlobalSim has installed a Virtual Reality Crane Simulator Training System at Newport News Shipbuilding. The system provides a high-tech solution for training crane operators without risking personnel or equipment run by novice operators. The VR solution includes laptop computers, a headset and controls – all packaged in travel cases. This order is expected to be one of many simulators as Newport News Shipbuilding works to improve the effectiveness and safety of their crane operations. “Our new Virtual Reality Crane Simulator provides trainees an immersive learning opportunity in a safe environment using challenging interactive scenarios that avoid the cost and risk associated with performing similar training operations on real production cranes.” remarks James Ward…
Silversea Names Ball Director of Public Relations
Silversea Cruises announced today that Brad Ball has been named Director of Public Relations. Ball will oversee the ultra-luxury line's worldwide public relations efforts and report to Barbara Muckermann, Silversea's Vice President of Corporate Communications. Brad Ball brings over 10 years of cruise experience to his new position at Silversea. He was previously employed at Renaissance Cruises as director of publicity and media relations. Ball joined Silversea three months ago as a public relations consultant for the company. Brad Ball assumes all responsibilities formerly handled by Dale Dibello-Nicholson, who has accepted a position as Director of Public Relations for the American Heart Association, South Florida Region.
