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09 Oct 2024

Collision: Neither Skipper Kept Watch Properly

The damaged Waitere showing the destroyed wheelhouse (Source: TAIC)

New Zealand’s Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) has released its report into the collision between the passenger ferry Waitere and the recreational vessel Onepoto in Paihia, Bay of Islands, on April 13, 2023.The Onepoto collided with the passenger ferry Waitere, known locally as the Blue Ferry, while the ferry was on its way from Russel to Paihia.The TAIC report describes catastrophic damage to the Waitere, which later sank. The Waitere's master was seriously injured, but its 19 passengers were largely uninjured.

09 Oct 2024

Singapore Bunker Standards for Methanol, Ammonia to Come by 2025

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New standards for bunkering methanol and ammonia will be developed by 2024 and 2025 respectively, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) said on Wednesday.The world's largest vessel refueling hub is preparing for higher uptake of alternative bunker fuels, which shippers are considering using to help lower carbon emissions."The standards will cover custody transfer requirements, safety procedures and crew competencies, to ensure safe bunkering operations and handling of these fuels," MPA said in a statement issued during SIBCON 2024.There are currently no detailed standards or estab

09 Oct 2024

AI-Powered Vessel Tracking and Monitoring

The IMAS System and Console. Image courtesy Hefring Marine

A partnership between Iceland's TM Insurance and Hefring Marine promises to bring the 'big brother is watching' mantra foward faster in marine operations.Touted as an AI -driven ‘digital assistant’, the primary target for this offering are the helm stations of fast craft, and according to Hefring Marine, IMAS Helm addresses both accident prevention and fuel efficiency, aiming to provide fast craft operators with guidance such as a maximum advised speed, based upon the vessel’s route…

08 Oct 2024

Shipping Containers to Get Makeover

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Regulators and shipping experts will gather at a unique conference in Rotterdam this November to consider the scope for redesigning the exterior and interior surfaces of shipping containers.The aim: to reduce the risk of them becoming contaminated by plant or animals and inadvertently contributing to the global spread of invasive pests.The one-day event on November 11 will be hosted by the secretariat of the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC).Representatives of National and Regional Plant Protection Organisations will join representatives of the manufacturers…

07 Oct 2024

Viking Supply Ships to Upgrade Four AHTS with Subsea Cranes

(File photo: Viking Supply Ships)

Sweden-based Viking Supply Ships announced it has secured a contract for four 100-ton heave-compensated offshore cranes to be installed on its fleet of ice classed anchor handling tug supply (AHTS) vessels.These advanced cranes will enhance the vessels' capabilities, positioning them to meet the increasing demand within the subsea sector. The upgrades will enable the vessels to handle a wider range of assignments across both the oil and gas industry, as well as renewable energy projects…

07 Oct 2024

UAE Operator’s AHTS Gets New Thordon Bearings in Offshore Replacement Op

AHTS Vessel ES Kestrel replaced its existing stern roller bearings (right) with Thordon’s grease-free SXL bearings while the vessel remained afloat and operational (Credit: Thordon Bearings)

Bronze bearings in the stern roller of the Anchor Handling Tug Supply (AHTS) Vessel ES Kestrel have been replaced with grease-free SXL bearings from Thordon Bearings while the vessel remained afloat and operational.The replacement was undertaken in May 2024 by Thordon’s Dubai-based distributor Ocean Power International (OPI) for the AHTS owner Echo Cargo & Shipping of U.A.E.While typically checked during routine drydocking, the vessel’s stern roller was experiencing turning issues during operation.

04 Oct 2024

US Port Strike Throws Spotlight on Big Union Foe: Automation

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A strike by dockworkers on the U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast that disrupted much of the nation's ocean shipping this week ended on Thursday, but a key issue driving labor unrest across the continent - the growing use of automation - was unresolved.Companies view automation as a path to better profit while unions see it as a job-killer. For North American dockworkers battling automation, Europe's port worker contracts may point a way to resolve the issue.Some 45,000 port workers…

03 Oct 2024

Singapore High-sulphur Bunker Fuel Premiums Soar

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Spot premiums for 380-cst high-sulphur marine fuel at Singapore, the world's largest bunker hub, have surged due to the tight supply available for prompt deliveries, market sources said.The price strength for the fuel, which is used to power ships, has been keeping refuelling costs high for vessels calling at Singapore and other ports in the region.Delivery dates in the first half of October could command premiums of over $60 a metric ton to Singapore cargo quotes this week, the highest in 2024 so far for a delivered pricing basis…

02 Oct 2024

ICS Launches eLearning Academy

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The world of maritime education and training continues to evolove, with the announcement last month that Lloyd's Register had acquired Ocean Technologies Group, and the announcement today that the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) launches its ICS Academy to provide on-the-go access to practical e-learning to help shipping companies ensure best practices and regulatory compliance on board. The courses that will feature on the ICS Academy have been specifically designed to complement ICS Publications…

01 Oct 2024

Van Der Wurff Tapped to Lead Yanmar Marine International

Wouter-Jan van Der Wurff (Photo: Yanmar)

YANMAR Marine International B.V., a subsidiary of Yanmar Holdings, announced it has appointed Wouter-Jan van der Wurff as chief executive officer, effective October 1, 2024.Prior to joining YANMAR Marine International, van der Wurff served as the CEO of Cable Connectivity Group, headquartered in the Netherlands. "I am thrilled to be joining YANMAR Marine International and leading a team dedicated to innovation and shaping the future of the marine industry. YANMAR Marine International is a group with a rich marine legacy that spans brands across propulsion solutions…

01 Oct 2024

Liebherr’s Third STS Container Crane Makes Its Way to North American Port

PSA Penn Terminals received their third Liebherr STS container crane (Credit: Liebherr)

Crane specialist Liebherr has delivered its third ship to shore (STS) container crane to PSA Penn Terminals in Philadelphia.PSA Penn Terminals received its third Liebherr STS crane in September 2024, complementing the two commissioned in 2018.The new STS crane features a 157 ft (48 m) outreach, a 60 ft (18.288 m) span, and a 50 ft (15 m) back reach, with a lift height of 115 ft (35 m) over rail and a safe working load (SWL) of 66 tonnes.The STS crane is designed to significantly boost operational efficiency and capacity at the terminal…

01 Oct 2024

Wärtsilä Lands System Order from Chinese Shipyard for Five New VLECs

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Technology group Wärtsilä has secured an order from Jiangnan Shipyard to supply cargo handling and fuel gas supply systems for five new very large ethane carrier (VLEC) vessels.The ships are being built for Chinese owners. The order follows a similar order for cargo handling and fuel gas supply systems placed by the yard in 2023 for four VLECs.The new 99,000 m3 capacity VLECs are mainly designed to transport ethane, and will use ethane as fuel.As part of the cargo handling and fuel gas supply systems scope…

30 Sep 2024

Delmar Systems Acquires IKM Mooring Services

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Delmar Systems AS announced it has acquired IKM Mooring Services, expanding its footprint in Norway.As part of the acquisition, Delmar Systems will integrate IKM Mooring Services' operations into its existing framework."We are excited to welcome the IKM Mooring Services team and their valued clients into the Delmar Systems family," said Jørund Havnerås, Managing Director – Delmar Systems AS. "This acquisition represents a pivotal moment for our company as we broaden our service capabilities and enhance our offerings in Norway.

30 Sep 2024

PortPic Gathers in Italy to Discuss Hull Cleaning

Image courtesy Jotun

This week [September 30 to October 2] about 40 companies, stakeholders and NGOs gather in Pontignano, Italy, to discuss and share insights about the developments taking place within hull cleaning and in-port inspections for the shipping industry.PortPic, the sister conference to HullPic which takes place in the spring, is a Jotun and VB Conferences initiative and aims to bring the industry together to discuss challenges and opportunities to ensure a cleaner industry."This is the fifth time that PortPic has been held, and we see the conference as an important meeting place for the industry.

30 Sep 2024

MacGregor to Supply Access Equipment for CIDO Shipping’s Car Carriers

MacGregor RoRo ramp (Credit: MacGregor)

MacGregor, part of Cargotec, has secured an order to supply cargo access equipment for 12 CIDO Shipping's Pure Car and Truck Carriers (PCTCs), with an option for eight additional vesselsThe vessels will be built at China Merchants Heavy Industry (Jiangsu) (CMHI) for CIDO Shipping.The scope of the contract includes the design and key components for quarter ramps, side ramps, internal ramps, covers, and liftable car decks including installation assistance.The deliveries are planned…

29 Sep 2024

ABS Grants AIP for Ammonia Fuel Retrofit Solution

Source: ABS

An ammonia fuel supply system that can be retrofitted to existing vessels or installed on newbuilds has earned approval in principle (AIP) from ABS.The ammonia fuel supply system from Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases features high efficiency pumps and an integrated fuel management system.Konstantinos Fakiolas, Director of Marine, Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases, said: “Nikkiso’s FSS for ammonia is designed under the principles of redundancy, enhanced reliability…

27 Sep 2024

Seakeeper Opens Dealer Training Site in Italy

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Seakeeper, a developer of marine motion control systems, has launched a new training facility in San Salvatore, Italy. This European location will enhance training access for partners outside North America, helping to build a global network of skilled technicians to support Seakeeper’s expanding customer base.“Our dedication to continuous improvement goes beyond our products; it’s also about the people who support them,” said Seakeeper president and CEO Andrew Semprevivo. “Our new training facility in Italy is part of our commitment to ensuring our partners are the best in the industry.

26 Sep 2024

EU Stakeholders Call for Tax Exception on Shore Power

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The European Sea Ports Organization (ESPO) and The Federation of European Private Port Companies and Terminals (FEPORT) has called for an EU wide mandatory tax exemption for shore power in the EU’s revised Energy Taxation Directive.The groups say they fully support the European Green Deal ambition and the polluter pays principle.However, considering the European Commission’s proposal and the compromise text on the table in the European Council, they fear that the new Energy Taxation…

26 Sep 2024

ABS OKs SHI's Liquefied Hydrogen Carrier Vessel Design

Chang-Seon Bang, Ph.D. from Samsung Heavy Industries with Patrick Ryan, ABS Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer.
Image courtesy ABS

ABS issued general design approval (GDA) to Samsung Heavy Industries Co., LTD. (SHI) for its detailed design of a liquefied hydrogen carrier, a 20,000 cbm vessel with Type C tanks.“Hydrogen is a key enabler of the clean energy economy. In decarbonizing different industry sectors, hydrogen plays critical roles as a fuel, feedstock, energy storage and load balancing. As the demand for hydrogen grows, vessels like the design from SHI will be critical for its transportation and development of the hydrogen value chain…

26 Sep 2024

ZF’s New Tech Meets Evolving Demands

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ZF has long offered propulsion products for hybrid and electric marine applications. Now, as the demand for green technology grows across many vessel segments, the company has recently rolled out a pair of new transmissions optimized for hybrid and electric propulsion systems in high-speed vessels like pilot boats, ferries and water taxis.ZF’s 3000 NRD PTI has been unveiled as a space- and weight-saving solution for hybrid propulsion in waterjet vessels, while the 3200 A/V PTI is a new down-angle transmission for hybrid drive systems.Based on the popular ZF 3000 series…

25 Sep 2024

Hildyard to Lead Operations for Raymarine and FLIR Maritime

Michelle Hildyard (Photo: Raymarine)

Marine electronics company Raymarine announced Michelle Hildyard as the Vice President of Operations, responsible for managing supply chain, engineering, product management and operational functionsHildyard brings to the position 19 years of experience in the marine industry, all within Raymarine and FLIR. Her previous roles within the company include Supply Chain Manager, Commercial Director, Vice President of Customer Service, and most recently, Vice President of Product Management…

24 Sep 2024

Over-Correction Led to Grounding of General Cargo Vessel

Source: MAIB

The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published its preliminary assessment of the grounding of the general cargo vessel Baltic Arrow which ran aground on June 25, 2024 near New Dyke Farm on the River Nene while enroute to Wisbech, England.Baltic Arrow had set sail from Riga, Latvia, carrying a cargo of timber. The day before the grounding, the vessel anchored at the Wisbech anchorage off the east coast of England. At 0540 the following day, Baltic Arrow weighed anchor and proceeded to the pilot station where two pilots boarded at 0700.

24 Sep 2024

Hanwha Ocean's Rotor Sails Earn DNV Type Approval

From left: Martin Cartwright of DNV, Young-Chang Son, Hanwa Ocean (Photo: DNV)

Classification society DNV has awarded Hanwha Ocean Type Approval Design Certification (TADC) for its innovative rotor sail technology, the first certification of a rotor sail approved for installation in hazardous zones in South Korea.The TADC confirms that Hanwha Ocean's Rotor Sail, designed with composite materials, is in line with DNV and international safety standards, guidelines and regulations and ready for practical application on commercial vessels. The certification process involved detailed design reviews and assessments…

24 Sep 2024

PowerCell Reports Large Order for Its Marine Fuel Cells

Marine System 225 (Image: PowerCell Group)

Sweden-based PowerCell Group announced it has signed one of the world’s largest orders of marine fuel cell systems to date with a Italian marine OEM manufacturer. The order value is approximately SEK 165 million (US$16.3 million) and the deliveries will begin in the middle of 2025 and be completed by the end of the year.The order is in three parts and consists of 56 units of the Marine System 225 in total where the majority will be installed on commercial cruise ships. The fuel cell systems will provide auxiliary power to a ship’s internal electricity systems, totaling more than 6.3 MW.

23 Sep 2024

Four New OCVs Equipped with SCHOTTEL Propulsion Systems

(Image Salt Ship Design)

SCHOTTEL announced it has been chosen to supply propulsion for four new offshore construction vessels (OCV) being built by China's Wuchang Shipbuilding Industry Group. The 100 meters long vessels have been designed by Norway's Salt Ship Design under the name Salt 308 OCV.The propulsion system requirements are very specific due to the need to operate offshore at depths of up to 3,000 meters in complex sea conditions. The customer for the vessels, an undisclosed European owner,…

23 Sep 2024

Rem Inspector CSV to Sport NES’ Energy Storage System

Rem Inspector CSV (Credit: Rem Offshore)

Norwegian shipowner Rem Offshore has hired Norwegian Electric Systems (NES) to deliver a deck-based battery energy storage system to its Rem Inspector construction support vessel (CSV). NES, specializing in sustainable energy design and smart control systems for vessels, will deliver a containerized energy storage system that includes a Quest battery charger, a 1 MW battery package, and a control system.The system is capable of operating in peak shaving, spinning reserve and harbor…

19 Sep 2024

Fairbanks Morse Defense to Acquire Rolls-Royce Naval Propulsors & Handling Business

(File photo: Marianne Guemo / U.S. Navy)

Fairbanks Morse Defense (FMD) on Thursday announced it has struck a deal with Rolls-Royce to acquire its naval propulsors and handling business. The acquisition will include a range of propellers and waterjets for naval applications, as well as marine handling systems, which enable the deployment and recovery of manned and unmanned craft, and other cargo, from naval vessels.“When you look at the 150-year history of Fairbanks Morse Defense, you will find a handful of distinctive moments that completely transformed this company.

19 Sep 2024

Kohler Energy Rebrands as Rehlko

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Kohler Energy, a provider of energy solutions, including power generation, energy storage, and renewable energy technologies, has rebranded under its new corporate name Rehlko.Rehlko will continue operating as an independent enterprise. The company became a stand-alone entity in May 2024 when Platinum Equity completed a transaction with Kohler Company to establish then-Kohler Energy as a stand-alone business. Platinum Equity is the majority owner of Rehlko with Kohler Company…

19 Sep 2024

Wärtsilä to Convert Engines on Chevron’s LNG Carriers to Cut Methane Emissions

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Technology group Wärtsilä, in partnership with Chevron Shipping Company, plans to convert one engine on six of Chevron Transport Corporation LNG Carriers from dual-fuel (DF) to spark gas (SG) operation to reduce methane emissions.The conversions are intended to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by lowering methane slip in support of Chevron Shipping’s broader efforts to reduce the carbon intensity of its operations.The ‘marine industry first’ was made possible after two years of…

19 Sep 2024

ABS Grants Approval for HMD’s LCO2 Cargo Containment System

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American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has granted an approval in principle (AiP) to HD Hyundai Mipo (HMD) for the design of cargo containment system for a liquefied carbon dioxide (LCO2) carrier.HMD developed a cargo containment system optimized for a 35,000 cbm LCO2 carrier using new cargo tank materials.Ahead of issuing the AiP, ABS completed design reviews based on class and statutory requirements for liquefied gas carriers.“Capturing and transporting carbon are key components in the carbon value chain for the global energy transition.

18 Sep 2024

Asahi Kasei’s Vessel Motors Monitoring Solution Gets ClassNK Recognition

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ClassNK has granted its Innovation Endorsement for Products and Solutions to monitoring service for ocean vessel motors, V-MO, developed by Asahi Kasei Engineering Corporation.ClassNK has confirmed that the DSS notations (MM, CNS, SM), which indicate ships with advanced digital technology, can be applied to ClassNK-registered vessels equipped with the product.Short for Vessel Vibration Visualization Monitor, the V-MO offers condition monitoring service optimized for marine motors.

17 Sep 2024

Alfa Laval Wins Order for 18 BWMS Replacements

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Alfa Laval reports it has received an order to replace 18 ballast water treatment systems (BWMS) onboard vessels belonging to a major European shipowner. Over the past two years, Alfa Laval has replaced more than 250 systems from 30 different manufacturers, and the orderbook for replacement continues to grow.“With the consolidation of the BWMS market, we see a growing need for replacing installed BWMS systems,” said Tobias Doescher, Head of Global Sales, Business Development and Marketing, Alfa Laval PureBallast.

17 Sep 2024

DNV Grants Approval for Onboard Carbon Capture and Storage System Retrofit Design

The AIP awarding ceremony. From left: Vidar Dolonen, Regional Manager of DNV Korea and Japan and Ki-Dong Lee, CEO of HD Hyundai Marine Solution (Photo: DNV)

HD Hyundai Marine Solution, HD Hyundai Engineering & Technology, HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE), and Hyundai Heavy Industries Power Systems have obtained Approval in Principle (AIP) from DNV for their design of an onboard carbon capture and storage (OCCS) system for retrofits.The retrofit design is applicable to a wide range of vessels, and DNV's AIP confirms that the OCCS technology is both feasible and prepared to meet emerging regulatory requirements.The project was conducted as a Joint Industry Project (JIP) between DNV and the HD Hyundai companies…

17 Sep 2024

ABS and HD KSOE Partner to to Advance Zero-carbon Ships

Kwang-Pil Chang, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, HD KSOE, with Patrick Ryan, ABS Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer (Photo: ABS)

ABS and HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to advance the development and certification of innovative systems for next-generation, zero-carbon ships.Entitled “Cooperation on the Advanced Zero-Carbon Ships,” the MOU focuses on integrating advanced technologies in three main areas: a novel liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo handling system that utilizes full re-liquefaction system to suppress boil-off gas (BOG) for zero-carbon LNG carriers…

17 Sep 2024

Baker Marine Solutions to Offer Greensea IQ's EverClean Services

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Autonomous underwater robotics solutions provider Greensea IQ announced a it is partnering with Baker Marine Solutions (BMS) to expand its innovative hull cleaning service offering in Louisiana ports.BMS will serve as a subcontractor and sales representative for Greensea IQ’s EverClean hull cleaning service throughout Louisiana, including at the Port of New Orleans, and expand the EverClean brand into new regional markets.BMS, a Covington, La. based provider of marine and offshore expertise…

17 Sep 2024

Amogy and Partners to Develop Offshore Ammonia Cracking Solution

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Ammonia-to-power solutions company Amogy announced it is teaming up with a group of industry partners to explore the technological feasibility of an innovative offshore ammonia cracking solution aimed at delivering low-cost, accessible clean hydrogen fuel.The consortium will focus on developing an Offshore Ammonia Cracking Solution technology. HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) will design the ammonia supply system and integrate it into the overall system, Amogy will provide its ammonia-cracking technology…

17 Sep 2024

ABS Greenlights Toray’s Innovative Technique for In-Situ FSO, FPSO Repairs

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Japan-based Toray Industries has secured type approval from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) for the vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding (VaRTM) process for in-situ ship repairs, developed jointly with MODEC.The technique entails applying carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) to corroded areas with reduced thicknesses of floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) and floating storage and offloading (FSO) systems.ABS is one of the world’s leading classification societies, accounting for around half of FPSO and FSO certifications.

17 Sep 2024

European Shipowners Want 40% Local Production of Clean Fuels

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The European Community Shipowners’ Association (ECSA) has released a position paper on a European Maritime Industrial Strategy as part of the new Clean Industrial Deal, saying that European shipping is a geopolitical asset for Europe and a cornerstone of the energy, food and supply chain security of the continent.European shipping controls 39.5% of the global tonnage. ECSA says that the European Maritime Industrial Strategy must be a core pillar of the upcoming Clean Industrial Deal…

17 Sep 2024

Alarm Fatigue Taskforce Established

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Lloyd’s Register (LR) has released a new report indicating that alarms on ships must be rationalized to support crew welfare and avoid the safety risks associated with alarm fatigue.Consequently, LR and a selection of partners have created an industry task force to research industry approaches and assess their suitability for managing alarm systems funded by the Danish Maritime Fund.The report states that digitalization of maritime operations has led to the number of bridge alarms…

17 Sep 2024

New Guide Links Underwater Radiated Noise and GHG Emissions

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The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) Publications has released the second edition of Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions: A Guide to International Regulatory Compliance.The guide addresses the full spectrum of issues related to maritime emissions, from current regulations to future projections. It pays particular attention to the needs of the tanker sector, for which the CII regulations are particularly complex.Key highlights of the second edition include:● A new chapter on the European Union Emissions Trading System (EU ETS)…

13 Sep 2024

MOL and Chevron to Install Wind-Assisted Propulsion System on LNG Carrier

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Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) and Chevron Shipping Company, a subsidiary of oil and gas giant Chevron, have signed an agreement to install Wind Challenger to a newbuild LNG carrier, which will become world’s first LNG carrier equipped with wind-assisted propulsions system.The is under long term charter from MOL Encean to Chevron Asia Pacific Shipping, and is currently under construction at the Geoje Shipyard of Hanwha Ocean, scheduled for delivery in 2026.In August 2024, MOL obtained…

12 Sep 2024

New CO2 Liquefaction Method will be “Game Changer”

Source: NYK

JX Nippon Oil & Gas Exploration Corporation, NYK and NYK affiliate Knutsen NYK Carbon Carriers (KNCC) have demonstrated a new CO2 liquefaction method that the partners say is a breakthrough for the carbon capture and storage (CCS) industry.The three companies have devised the CO2 liquefaction process based on the isenthalpic expansion cooling and liquefaction process which takes advantage of the temperature drop caused by depressurizing the captured CO2 to form a liquefied CO2 suitable for marine transport.In principle…

12 Sep 2024

Maritime Robotics Lands $12M Investment to Power International Growth

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Maritime Robotics, a provider of uncrewed surface vessels (USVs) and autonomous navigation systems in the maritime industry, has closed a $12 million capital raise, which will be used to accelerate business growth and international expansion.The funding round was co-led by the Nordic cleantech fund NRP Zero and the Norwegian state-owned fund Nysnø Climate Investment, with significant participation from Umoe and Holta Invest.As the market for maritime autonomous vessels continues to grow rapidly…

12 Sep 2024

Valmet Books Methanol Retrofit Order for Two CMA CGM’s Container Ships

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Finland-based Valmet has been selected CSSC Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding in China to deliver automation solutions for methanol fuel conversion projects aboard two CMA 9300SHI container ships.The vessels will be upgraded at CSSC Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding in China for the French operator CMA CGM.The delivery includes applying a methanol control system and a methanol safety system.The order, whose value has not been disclosed, was included in Valmet’s orders received of the second quarter 2024.“This is Valmet’s first automation retrofit order in the Chinese marine market.

12 Sep 2024

DNV, Brinav Team Up for Autonomous Shipping Technologies

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Classification society DNV and Navigation Brilliance (Brinav) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate in fast-tracking the development and approval of autonomous and remote-controlled shipping technologies.The signing of the MoU signifies a wider collaboration effort between DNV and Brinav and a strategic step towards realizing the potential of the autonomous technology for maritime industry.Brinav, a specialist in maritime autonomy and green technologies…

11 Sep 2024

Ten Start-Ups Jump into Decarbonization Innovation

Source: PortXL

Dutch maritime start-up accelerator PortXL has presented its 2024 cohort and connected them to partners and mentors.The Matchmaking Monday event took place at the RDM, the Rotterdam space for innovative companies, technology education, high-quality test facilities and field labs.For the partners and PortXL’s team this was the conclusion of months of gathering industry questions and problems, and finding and evaluating start-ups and scale-ups to match these challenges. In the coming months the innovators will go through the program with the goal of collaborating with industry players…

11 Sep 2024

New Formula Biodegradable Hydraulic Fluid Promises High Performance

Source: Chevron

Chevron has introduced Clarity Bio EliteSyn AW. The new formula, biodegradable hydraulic fluid is suited to marine, construction and other environmentally sensitive applications.Chevron says that with a Total Oxidation Stability Test (TOST) life of over 10,000 hours, it outperforms existing products in the market.The zinc-free fluid has a high level of renewable carbon of ≥90% and meets or exceeds the biodegradation, toxicity and bioaccumulation limits of government regulations.

10 Sep 2024

Offshore Charging Station Tested on Hybrid Construction Vessel

Source: Seaonics

Norwegian lifting and handling specialist Seaonics has tested its Ocean Charger solution on an electric service operation vessel (SOV).High-voltage charging tests were conducted to charge the batteries on Rem Offshore’s diesel-electric hybrid construction SOV, REM Power, in port as well offshore from a charging point (cable reel, winch and control system) mounted on a wind turbine."At 10 years old, the turbine is one of the smallest offshore but the prototype proved it is possible to install the Ocean Charger on an existing turbine and charge an SOV from day one…

10 Sep 2024

Jad Mouawad Responds to “Getting the Numbers Right”

Jad Mouawad

Wendy Laursen’s article Getting the Numbers Right, published in the August issue of Maritime Reporter, sparked debate from ballast water management experts. Here Jad Mouawad, CEO of Mouawad Consulting, provides his feedback on the article which outlines the challenges the industry has faced trying to reduce the occurrence of invasive marine species transferred by ballast water.We have now the vast majority of ships fitted with ballast water management systems (BWMS). I would say…

10 Sep 2024

Damen Buys Ship Repair Robots for Yard in Dunkirk

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AMBPR, a SERCEL company, announced that it has signed a contract with Damen Shiprepair Dunkerque for the sale of the first five ship repair robots. Damen in Dunkerque is thus the first shipyard in the world to acquire the GreenDock Robot, an autonomous solution for washing, UHP and abrasive blast cleaning, and painting of ships.The official signing took place at the SMM trade fair in Hamburg on September 4 following several years of collaboration between the robot manufacturer and DSDu…

10 Sep 2024

Vessel Ballast Water Management: Getting the Numbers Right

Ballast water sample. Image courtesy SGS.

It was never going to be realistic to expect treated ballast water to have zero viable organisms on discharge.The G8 guidelines that define the type approval process for ballast water treatment systems were initially agreed at the IMO before any systems had actually been developed.The IMO had already been working on the issue of invasive species being transferred around the world in ballast water for a couple of decades. It was on the radar back in the 1970s. At MEPC 31 in 1991…

10 Sep 2024

Anemoi Secures DNV’s Approval for Wind-Assisted Rotor Sail Design

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Wind-assisted propulsion systems developer Anemoi Marine Technologies has secured a Type Approval Design Certificate from classification society DNV for its Rotor Sail design.The Type Approval Design Certificate (TADC) validates that Anemoi's 5x35m Rotor Sail design complies with DNV's technical standard (ST-0511) for Wind Assisted Propulsion Systems (WAPS).In May 2024, Anemoi's 5x35m Rotor Sail was installed on the DNV-classed bulk carrier Berge Neblina, owned by Berge Bulk,…

09 Sep 2024

Giles Candy Responds to “Getting the Numbers Right”

Giles Candy of Giles Environmental LLC

Wendy Laursen’s article Getting the Numbers Right, published in the August issue of Maritime Reporter, sparked debate from ballast water management experts. Here Giles Candy of Giles Environmental LLC – Independent Ballast Water Consultant, provides his feedback on the article which outlines the challenges the industry has faced trying to reduce the occurrence of invasive marine species transferred by ballast water.Ballast water is a complex multi-faceted subject with few simple…

09 Sep 2024

JonRie Escort Winches Ordered for Two McAllister Tugs

(File photo: McAllister Towing)

McAllister Towing recently placed an order for series 240 JonRie Escort Winches to be installed aboard the tugs Vicki M. McAllister and Janet M. McAllister. The company is undertaking modifications of both tugs, and replacement of the hydraulic winches aboard was seen as the wisest decision.“Brandon has done well with everything he’s undertaken,” said Martin “Marty” Costa, veteran engineering manager at McAllister Towing, a reference to Brandon Durar, president of JonRie Division at Markey Machine in Seattle. “The entire fleet had been outfitted with JonRie not so long ago.

09 Sep 2024

Scania Unveils New 13-liter Marine Engine

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Scania has unveiled its new 13-liter DI13 marine engine for propulsion and auxiliary use."This is our most advanced marine engine so far, contributing to a better operating economy and sustainability at sea. We want to meet our customers' needs and positively impact fuel efficiency and product performance for demanding conditions within all operations," said Fredrik Järild, Head of Sales Power Solutions. With an improved fuel efficiency, this 13-liter engine has a major CO2-emission reduction.

09 Sep 2024

Naval Power: Navies Increasingly Eye Alternative Fuels

Four MTU 20V 4000 gensets will provide a total power output of 12MW for propulsion and onboard power supply for the U.S. Navy’s Constellation Class Guided-Missile Frigates.
Image courtesy Rolls-Royce

Alternative fuels are not top of the list of naval requirements for gensets, but they are inching their way up.The naval world is largely exempt from the decarbonization pressure faced by commercial shipping, but it can’t ignore it entirely. As a famed naval strategist once said: “Fuel stands first in importance of the resources necessary to a fleet.”Navies must therefore consider their fuel supply options carefully given that commercial shipping is currently rewriting supply and demand dynamics.Indeed…

09 Sep 2024

VIKING Life-Saving Equipment Expands Business in Norway

VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has expanded its network of owned service stations in Norway by acquiring the safety department of Tromsø-based company Lindrup Martinsen.The move will ensure VIKING can deliver even better service to customers in Northern Norway, as it expands its business in the region.Lindrup Martinsen has been a service partner for VIKING for 15 years. VIKING and Lindrup Martinsen have now agreed that VIKING will take over Lindrup Martinsen’s safety department, including 16 employees.

08 Sep 2024

Becker Marine Systems Introduces New Wind-Assist Steering Technology

Source: Becker Marine Systems

Becker Marine Systems introduced two new products at SMM which are designed to optimise vessel hydrodynamic performance: the Becker Daggerboard and the Becker Steering Gear.The Becker Daggerboard is an anti-leeway fin designed for ships equipped with modern wind- assisted propulsion systems (WAPS). When using WAPS, the desired thrust ahead components drive the ship. Depending on the wind direction, there can also be stronger or weaker lateral force components leading to leeway from the desired course.

08 Sep 2024

Mark Riggio Responds to “Getting the Numbers Right”

Mark Riggio, owner of Simplify Ballast, LLC

Wendy Laursen’s article Getting the Numbers Right, published in the August issue of Maritime Reporter, sparked debate from ballast water management experts. Here Mark Riggio, owner of Simplify Ballast, LLC, provides his feedback on the article which outlines the challenges the industry has faced trying to reduce the occurrence of invasive marine species transferred by ballast water.I felt it was important to speak out about this article for a number of reasons, but mostly because the tone of the article is out of touch with where the industry is heading…

06 Sep 2024

AST Networks Introduces Hybrid Maritime Communication Solutions

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AST Networks, a high-speed satellite connectivity provider, has introduced advanced hybrid communication solutions, to addressing the growing global demand for connectivity in remote and challenging environments.With industries such as maritime, mining, and agriculture increasingly relying on uninterrupted, high-speed communication, AST Networks has launched hybrid solutions that blend the strengths of satellite and terrestrial networks for better communication capabilities.As for maritime connectivity…

06 Sep 2024

GTT, Nikkiso to Equip 10 LNG-Fuelled Container Ships with Recycool Reliquefaction System

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French engineering company GTT, collaboration with Japanese Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases, has secured an order from a Chinese shipyard to equip ten LNG-fueled container ships with its advanced passive boil-off gas management system Recycool.Recycool is an environmentally friendly solution designed to reliquefy excess boil-off gas from LNG-fuelled ships equipped with high-pressure engines. The Recycool system recovers cold energy from LNG before it is vaporized and sent to the engine.The system…

05 Sep 2024

DESMI Launches Ballast Water Testing Services

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DESMI announced it is now offering advanced ballast water testing, analysis and evaluation services to help shipowners verify the quality of onboard ballast water to comply with the Ballast Water Discharge Standard.The company said it signed a contract with Eurofins Maritime Services, a part of the international group of Eurofins-laboratories, known for its wide range of analytical testing services across various industries, including the marine sector. The contract was finalized on September 4 during the SMM maritime trade show in Hamburg…

05 Sep 2024

MAN Engines Introduces New V12 Workboat Engine

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MAN Engines has introduced its MAN D3872 LE432 workboat engine with a displacement of 30 liters.The V12 engine has an output of 1,213kW (1,650hp) at 2,100rpm, making it suitable for medium-duty applications such as wind farm supply vessels, ferries, passenger ships and fishing boats.Further power variants of the MAN D3872 (1,471 and 1,618kW or 2,000 and 2,200hp at 2,300 rpm) for light applications have already started in production.The MAN D3872 engine has a completely new basic engine and benefits from improved coolant delivery through a new coolant pump and thermostat housing…

05 Sep 2024

MAN Introduces New Four-Stroke Injection System

Source: MAN Energy Solutions

MAN Energy Solutions has announced a new generation of its Common Rail injection system for its medium-speed, four-stroke engine portfolio.Its core components comprise an optimised and uniform high-pressure pump and a newly developed injector, integrating the CR 1.6 valve group and making the entire system setup more coherent. It is initially being introduced via the MAN 49/60DF engine.MAN Energy Solutions reports that CR 2.2 can boast of up to 38% increased rail-pressure for all applications, and over 33% increased target time-between-overhaul intervals for most components.

05 Sep 2024

New Partnership Targets Fender Davits

Source: Nordic Fender

Nordic Fender has partnered with crane and davit supplier Red Rock to provide an integrated davit and pneumatic fender system.Fender davits offer better control over the raising and lowering of fenders, ensuring a smoother process and reducing the risk of mistakes."By using fender davits, we can reduce the number of crew members needed to handle the fenders, which can lead to lower labor costs and better resource utilization. By offering Red Rock's davit systems alongside our own fenders…

05 Sep 2024

Study Evaluates Uses for Batteries on Deep-Sea Vessels

Source: CIMAC and MBF

Industry group CIMAC and the Maritime Battery Forum have published the first of three white papers on the use of batteries in deep-sea shipping.This first paper, Environment for the use of batteries in deep-sea shipping: Use cases and application areas, demonstrates the potential for battery usage even though a fully battery-powered, zero-emission application is not yet available.Currently, vessels on order include hybrid propulsion vehicle carriers and oil/chemical tankers. Installations typically vary between 350kWh and 2,847 kWh.

05 Sep 2024

Wärtsilä to Help Singapore Develop Next Generation Vessel Traffic Management System

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Wärtsilä has secured a contract from the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) to develop the prototype for a cutting-edge vessel traffic management system. This initiative, known as the Next Generation Vessel Traffic Management System (NGVTMS), aims to revolutionize maritime safety and efficiency at one of the world's most bustling ports. The order was finalized by Wärtsilä in the third quarter of 2024.As Singapore advances its position as a leading global maritime hub…

05 Sep 2024

HD KSOE EcoPhin and Amogy Partner

Seonghoon Woo (left), CEO at Amogy, and Joonshik Baik (right), HD KSOE EcoPhin (Photo: Amogy)

Propulsion system solutions provider HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering EP Division (HD KSOE EcoPhin) is teaming up with ammonia-to-power tech company Amogy to enhance ammonia-powered solutions across the maritime sector.The partners will set out to integrate HD KSOE EcoPhin’s eco propulsion systems—such as electrical and control systems—with Amogy’s ammonia-to-electrical power system to provide a turnkey solution to customers in the shipping industry to help with the electrification of their vessels.

05 Sep 2024

Wilhelmsen Introduces Tank and Hold Cleaning Unit for Maritime Industry

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Wilhelmsen Ships Service has integrated Stromme and Navadan to launch a new tank and hold cleaning unit under the brand Navadan by Wilhelmsen.The strategic acquisitions of Stromme, a provider of cargo hold cleaning solutions as well as Navadan, a dedicated team of tank and cargo hold cleaning specialists, was fully in line with the strategy to expand, grow and further develop market presence within these segments, Wilhelmsen Ships Service.Navadan by Wilhelmsen is expected to strengthen the global maritime group’s capabilities in the tank and cargo hold cleaning market…

05 Sep 2024

Auramarine Launches Ammonia Fuel Supply System

Source: Auramarine

Auramarine has launched an ammonia fuel supply system designed in adherence to all safety, design and material requirements for the fuel.The system is suitable for both two-stroke and four-stroke engines as well as other ammonia consumers. Safety measures include gas and leak detection, ammonia capture, reliquefying and ammonia release mitigation functions.The system has been developed in collaboration with experts on ammonia as well as using findings from the HENNES research…

05 Sep 2024

Chevron Marine Lubricants Highlights Solutions at SMM

Luc Verbeeke, Senior Staff Engineer at Chevron Marine Lubricants

Chevron Marine Lubricants has experts at SMM 2024 demonstrating how the company is leveraging the synergy across its products and services to develop a suite of solutions designed to help lower the carbon intensity of the marine sector while aligning with global carbon emission goals.One example is Chevron’s taro ultra advanced 40 which has been granted gas validation status by WinGD. It covers all WinGD gas (LNG burning) engines and follows the previously granted ‘gas general use’ approval…

05 Sep 2024

Svanehøj Launches High-Pressure Ammonia Fuel Pump

Source: Svanehøj

Marine pump specialist Svanehøj has launched what it claims is the world’s first high-pressure centrifugal pump for ammonia fuel applications.The HP NH3 Fuel Pump delivers a fuel injection pressure of up to 100 BAR. It is based on the design of Svanehøj’s patented deepwell low-pressure fuel pump, a centrifugal low-pressure pump, which has sold more than 1,000 units since its introduction, with 100 of those units being used for ammonia. The new pump has a small footprint of 2,100x780x1…

05 Sep 2024

Radio Holland Unveils Advanced Demo Bridge

Source: Radio Holland

Radio Holland is showcasing its Demo Bridge at SMM 2024. The demonstration setup features the Furuno Voyager Concept, now updated with the Anschutz Nautopilot 5400NX, and a large Hatteland Touchscreen demonstrating the eNavigation solution.The Furuno Voyager Concept with Nautopilot 5400NX significantly reduces the risk of human error, promotes safer maritime operations, and enhances the overall efficiency of shipping routes, says Radio Holland. The Furuno Voyager Concept has been further enhanced with the Anschutz Nautopilot 5400NX.

05 Sep 2024

DNV Grants Type Approval for bound4blue eSAIL

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Wind-assist company bound4blue’s eSAIL® has received Type Approval from DNV.The suction sail technology is fully autonomous and works by dragging air across an aerodynamic surface, generating propulsive efficiency. The simple, low weight and easy to install units significantly cut main engine loads, fuel use and emissions, says bound4blue.The technology is suitable for almost all shipping types and can be fitted as retrofits on a broad range of vessels, as well as newbuilds.It has already won contracts with shipowners and operators including Odfjell…

04 Sep 2024

Methanol Reformer and Fuel Cell System Gains DNV AIP

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PowerCell Group has secured an approval in principle (AIP) from classification society DNV for its methanol-to-power solution. The system integrates a methanol reformer from RIX Industries with the PowerCell Marine System 225, recently launched to aid in the maritime industry's shift toward cleaner energy sources.Methanol is emerging as a promising alternative fuel alongside hydrogen, contributing to maritime decarbonization and electrification. Given its availability in major global ports…

04 Sep 2024

Survitec Urges Fire Safety Reform for Methanol-fueled Vessels

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Survitec, a provider of survival technology solutions, has welcomed recent fire safety guidance from classification society DNV but warns that additional steps are necessary to ensure methanol-fuelled vessels are fully fire-safe.In a study published in their White Paper, “Do we need new fire safety standards for methanol?”, Survitec reveals that traditional fire-fighting methods are inadequate for dealing with methanol fires. The findings, presented this week at the SMM trade fair in Hamburg…

04 Sep 2024

ePropulsion Launches Commercial Marine Business Unit

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Marine electric propulsion systems and services company ePropulsion announced it has established a new commercial marine business unit.Established in 2012 at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, ePropulsion has gone on to expand into the commercial marine sector, offering both electric and hybrid system integration solutions for applications ranging from 50 kW to 1000 kW.The company's new ePropulsion Commercial unit has its own project management and delivery team and is able to provide system integration solutions that combine different components for a unified…

04 Sep 2024

Thordon Bearings Unveils New Shaft Solution for Sterntubeless Ships

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Representing a breakthrough in the evolution of a ship’s propeller shaft line, Canada’s Thordon Bearings has unveiled the Thordon-Blue Ocean Stern Space (T-BOSS), a new solution designed to meet the propeller shaft requirements of the sterntubeless ship design proposed by the Blue Ocean Alliance.The Blue Ocean Alliance is a consortium of industry partners – ABS, Thordon Bearings Inc, Wärtsilä, SDARI, and the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) – that have collaborated…

04 Sep 2024

Cobham Satcom Debuts New Maritime Safety Terminals

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Designed for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS), Cobham Satcom’s two new satellite Safety Terminals are prepared for new generation safety services from maritime satellite service providers, Inmarsat Maritime (SAILOR Fleet C) and Iridium (SAILOR 7200 GMDSS).The new products for the new satellite-based safety services with voice, messaging and data functions from Inmarsat and Iridium can integrate the Long-Range Identification and Tracking (LRIT) system, and the Ship Security Alert Systems (SSAS) into a single product…

04 Sep 2024

Corvus' Pelican Fuel Cell System Awarded DNV Type Approval

Olaf Drews, Head of Engines & Pressurized Equipment Maritime DNV and Fredrik Witte, CEO of Corvus Energy with the type approval certificate for the Corvus Pelican Fuel Cell. (Photo: Corvus Energy)

Corvus Energy announced that the Corvus Pelican Fuel Cell System has received Type Approval from DNV. The system, which was developed through the three-year-long H2NOR project, is the first Fuel Cell System (FCS) designed to be inherently gas-safe.Receiving type approval from DNV, a leading maritime classification society, confirms that the Corvus Pelican Fuel Cell System meets the most stringent performance and safety standards required by the maritime industry. Olaf Drews, Head of Engines & Pressurized Equipment Maritime…

04 Sep 2024

Alfa Laval Gets DNV’s AiP for Hydrogen Carriers Gas Combustion Unit

Gas Combustion Unit for LNG at Alfa Laval Test and Training Centre (Credit: Alfa Laval)

Alfa Laval has secured Approval in Principle (AiP) from the classification society DNV for its Gas Combustion Unit (GCU) technology for hydrogen boil-off gas to be used on liquid hydrogen carriers.The AiP affirms the technical feasibility and safety mechanism of the GCU design and concept.The boil-off gas technology is essential for liquid hydrogen carriers, as venting cargo is restricted and a GCU is needed to control tank pressure and temperature to safely combust hydrogen boil…

03 Sep 2024

Danelec Unveils Remote Operational Performance Test for VDRs

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The newly launched Remote Operational Performance Test (OPT) service from Danelec enables ship operators to perform mandatory voyage data recorder (VDR) operational performance tests remotely.The new Danelec Remote OPT is a software-as-a-service solution designed to simplify the workflows required of ship owners under the Operation Requirement Resolution MSC.333(90) and IEC 61996-1 ed.2, which states that all VDRs installed after July 1, 2014, must support an OPT. This test, usually performed by the onboard engineering team annually or after sensor and VDR maintenance work…

03 Sep 2024

Sealution’s Gateway Secures Lloyd’s Register Approval

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Maritime connectivity technology provider Sealution has secured a Type Approval from Lloyd's Register for its plug & play Gateway solution.Sealution’s Gateway is designed to unlock and transport critical data below deck on board merchant vessels. The hybrid solution combines the reliability of a cabled connection with the flexibility of wireless technology.With Type Approval from Lloyd's Register, the Gateway now officially meets the standards for safety, performance, and regulatory compliance.One of the key features of Sealution’s Gateway is its plug-and-play capability…

03 Sep 2024

Zelim Launches ‘World’s First’ Unmanned Overboard Rescue Vessel

GUARDIAN FRC (Credit: Zelim)

Zelim, an Edinburgh based sea survival innovator, has unveiled the world's first unmanned/manned remotely controlled person-in-water rescue vessel.The vessel, dubbed GUARDIAN, is 8.4 meters long, 2.5 meters wide aluminium hulled Next Generation Fast Rescue Craft (FRC), presented to the international maritime industry for the first time at the SMM Trade Fair, which is taking place in Hamburg, Germany.Specifically designed for rapid deployment from a ship to recover both conscious and unconscious man-overboard casualties…

02 Sep 2024

MOL PLUS to Invest in Deep Tech Startup Fund

Source: UntroD

MOL PLUS intends to invest in deep tech through the “Global Fund 2” managed by UntroD Capital Asia.Deep tech is technology solutions based on substantial scientific or engineering challenges.Global Fund 2 aims to solve social issues by investing in deep tech startups, mainly in the seed stage through Series B. The investment area will focus on startups based in Southeast Asia, but will also cover startups outside the region with high growth potential in Southeast Asia.MOL PLUS will strengthen its investment and collaboration with startups in deep tech x shipping…

01 Sep 2024

Study: Compressed Hydrogen Beats Ammonia on Capital and Energy Efficiency

Source: Provaris

Provaris Energy has completed a study for bulk-scale hydrogen export and import compression facilities that it says confirms the viability the low energy use and low capital of Provaris’ compressed hydrogen supply chain for regional marine transport of hydrogen in gaseous form.The study, the fourth in a series of techno-economic studies developed by Provaris, was based on a 540MW capacity reservation export site, producing 10 tonnes of hydrogen per hour (equivalent to 87,000 tpa)…

01 Sep 2024

Voluntary EV Fire Prevention Measures Earn ClassNK Certification

Source: MOL

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has been granted certification for its voluntary efforts to improve fire prevention on the car carrier Cerulean Ace.The LNG-fueled vessel is operated by MOL and managed by MOL Ship Management. It has been granted certification for "Additional Fire-Fighting measures for Vehicle Carrier (AFVC)" by ClassNK for measures that prevent onboard fires during the transport of electric vehicles (EV).This is a world first for a shipping company's voluntary measures…

30 Aug 2024

GE Vernova Says Offshore Wind Turbine Blade Failures Are Unrelated

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GE Vernova on Friday said recent turbine blade failures at two offshore wind farms in the United States and the United Kingdom are unrelated.The statement comes as the company has been grappling with fallout from three separate blade accidents in four months.The most recent occurred on Aug. 22 at the Dogger Bank wind farm off the coast of Yorkshire in the North Sea, a little over a month after a blade fell apart at the Vineyard Wind project off the coast of Massachusetts and sent…

30 Aug 2024

Samskip Joins Fuel Cell Retrofit Project

Source: TECO 2030

Samskip has joined the EU HyEkoTank project and its LNG-fueled vessel Kvitnos will be retrofitted with TECO 2030’s zero-emission technology.Samskip Kvitnos, built in 2015, is a cargo ship which operates in a fixed route on a weekly multipurpose service from Rotterdam, along the Norwegian west coast, to Hammerfest. The project also aims to facilitate long-term hydrogen fuel supply contracts due to the vessel’s fixed route.The HyEkoTank project is the world’s largest ongoing fuel cell retrofit project…

29 Aug 2024

Floating Offshore Wind Pilot Project will Provide Power to Gas Platform

Source: TotalEnergies

TotalEnergies has launched a pilot project consisting of a floating wind turbine to supply renewable power to the Culzean offshore platform in the UK North Sea.Culzean is a high-pressure, high-temperature gas condensate field located in Block 22/25a in the East Central Graben area.The 3MW floating wind turbine will be located 2km west of the Culzean platform, 220km off the eastern coast of Scotland. This turbine, expected to be fully operational by end 2025, will supply around 20% of Culzean’s power requirement…

28 Aug 2024

New Technology Offers Early, Rapid Detection of Cylinder Liner Wear

Source: CMT

Condition monitoring solutions company CM Technologies (CMT) has developed new tools to assess the condition of lubricating oils and cylinder liners.The company’s new WBS IR Analyser is an advanced all-in-one infrared-based solution designed to assess the Base Number, soot and water content of cylinder and system oils, while the new CMT Scuffing Sensor can detect sudden and severe wear of the engine’s cylinder liners and piston rings well before other systems can see it.“Modern…

28 Aug 2024

Operational Study: Methane Slip Varies with Engine Load

Source: Green Ray project

The Transport Emission Control Team at VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland has released a study of methane slip and other emissions from an LNG-powered marine engine operating under real-life conditions.The now published study ‘Methane slip and other emissions from newbuild LNG engine under real-world operation of a state-of-the art cruise ship' details the results of a study conducted on the newbuild cruise ship MSC World Europa. One of its five engines, a Wartsila 46DF…

28 Aug 2024

HEAVY HAULER: Andreas Rolner Powers UHL Ahead

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Just shy of 10 years old, United Heavy Lift (UHL) recently welcomed its 19th ship to the fleet, an F900 eco-lifter. In advance of the ship delivery festivities in mid-July, we had the chance to chat with Andreas Rolner, Managing Director of UHL, a man who with his father parlayed cumulative experience in the heavy lift business into one of the world’s largest heavy lift companies.“Shipping has always been a part of my DNA,” said Andreas Rolner, noting his family moved from Denmark to Germany when he was a young boy, and his father Lars joining SAL back then in 1980.

27 Aug 2024

AiP Granted for Ammonia Release Mitigation System

Source: Azane Fuel Solutions

Azane Fuel Solutions has received Approval in Principle (AiP) from DNV for its Ammonia Release Mitigation System (ARMS).The approval comes as Azane Fuel Solutions continue to develop technologies to safely handle ammonia as a fuel on board ships and builds on the company’s expertise within ammonia bunkering solutions.The Azane ARMS is connected to the vessel’s fuel and engine systems. It gathers the ammonia releases from these systems and ensures that any ammonia emissions from…

27 Aug 2024

Bergen Engines to Power Havbryn’s New Stern Trawler

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Bergen Engines announced a new contract with VARD to supply a Bergen B33:45L9P propulsion engine to the Norwegian owner Havbryn AS, a part of Strand Rederi. The vessel will be built in VARD’s 8 02 design and operate on a hybrid diesel-electric propulsion system, minimizing fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions while in operation.The new stern trawler, with a length of 80.4 meters and a beam of 16.7 meters, is being constructed with an ice-strengthened hull according to Ice-1A standards, and it will feature an advanced H/G processing factory, and spacious cargo areas.

27 Aug 2024

WE Tech Solutions to Supply Hybrid Electric System for Sirius’ New Chemical Tankers

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WE Tech Solutions informs it has received an order from Sirius Shipping for a hybrid electric system for their new chemical tankers. For this order, WE Tech Solutions will provide the Solution Four for the tanker pair. This solution is based on a battery hybrid shaft generator solution. The solution makes it possible to run the main motor at variable speed, and the propulsion machinery can be operated at optimal duty points at all vessel speeds. The electrical network is also generated by the shaft generator. Therefore, there is no need to run auxiliary engines and generators when sailing.

27 Aug 2024

Meet the CTO: Dr. Gunnar Stiesch, MAN Energy Solutions

Dr. Gunnar Stiesch, Chief Technology Officer, MAN Energy Solutions.
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As the shipowners stare down decarbonization mandates that grow increasingly strict through 2050, the engine makers are at the tip of the spear of this energy transition phenomena, working to design and build engines and components that are built to operate on a long and growing list of alternative fuels. We recently visited with Dr. Gunnar Stiesch, CTO, MAN Energy Solutions, to take a look inside the research and development process at this global power leader, for insights on ‘what’s next’ in ship propulsion.Dr.

27 Aug 2024

New Emergency Vessel Part of Equinor Plan to Fortify Barents Sea Safety

Johan Castberg en route to the Barents Sea. The photo is from the Langenuen strait South of Bergen, Norway.
Drone photo: Øyvind Gravås & Eirin Lillebø / Equinor

Equinor will establish and operate a new area-wide emergency preparedness solution for the southwestern Barents Sea."Together with the other operators, the authorities and the supply industry, we have through 50years developed the preparedness for the fields in the North Sea and in the Norwegian Sea. With Johan Castberg coming on stream towards the end of the year and increased activity in the north, we are now establishing an area-wide emergency preparedness system in the Barents Sea in the Barents Sea," says Grete B. Haaland, Equinor’s SVP for Exploration & Production North.Grete B.

27 Aug 2024

LR Type Approval for Zelim Swift Man Overboard Recovery System

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Zelim’s SWIFT man overboard recovery device has received full type approval from classification society Lloyd’s Register, paving the way for the maritime industry’s widespread use of the sea survival safety system.Did You Know? It is estimated that only 17% to 25% of passengers that fall from cruiseships voyages survive. And of all the 308 man overboard incidents reported to the UK’s Marine Accident Investigation Board (MAIB) between 2015 and 2023, 40% lost their lives.A Certificate…

27 Aug 2024

Telemar to Provide Support Services to GNV

The contracts will consolidate service of critical bridge navigation equipment to a single provider, saving time and manpower and reducing the risk of non-compliance. Photo courtesy GNV

Telemar, a provider of smart maintenance and remote access technologies, signed an agreement with GNV (Grandi Navi Veloci) to provide safety maintenance services on its growing fleet.GNV has awarded Telemar a contract for management and maintenance of GMDSS and navigation safety installations on its newbuildings GNV Polaris, GNV Orion and GNV Virgo, constructed at CSSC shipyard Guangzhou. These new ships, which will boost ferry services in the Mediterranean and beyond, mark a…

27 Aug 2024

First Rim-Drive Thruster Achieves Silent-E Notation

Source: Kongsberg Maritime

Kongsberg Maritime’s rim-drive azimuth thruster has achieved Silent-E notation from DNV, the first of its kind to receive this certification.Installed on the new commissioning service operation vessel (CSOV) Norwind Hurricane and its sister vessels, the thruster demonstrated exceptional performance in reducing underwater noise pollution during a recent trial.To assess the noise levels of the Norwind Hurricane, an extensive underwater noise study was conducted using hydrophones placed on the seabed.

27 Aug 2024

Danelec Launches Simulation Tool for LNG Carriers

Source: Danelec

Danelec has released a new simulation tool it says will bridge the gap between LNG carrier commercial and operations teams.LNG carrier operations are subject to several unique challenges, including balancing diverse factors to meet charter party requirements, meeting cargo temperature and pressure requirements at discharge, and optimizing voyage planning amidst variable weather conditions and route complexities to minimize consumption and maximize delivery.By simulating expected vessel performance and providing optimized operational setpoints…

26 Aug 2024

Ammonia Fuelled Platform Supply Vessels to Cut GHG Emissions 70%

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Eidesvik Offshore will refit its platform supply vessel (PSV) Viking Energy with an ammonia dual fuel engine, targeting 2026 as the year that the vessel will operate on ammonia for Equinor, effectively cutting GHG emissions by 70% or more.Viking Energy will switch to ammonia operations, in a move that should make it the world’s first in-service vessel to adopt the fuel as a primary energy source."This conversion is made possible by the support and investment from Equinor. We are very pleased to partner up with a client that share our ambitious climate targets…