Maersk, Lloyd’s Register Test Bio-Fuels
Lloyd's Register is to play a major role in a two year program to test the suitability of bio-diesel for use in powering marine engines The feasibility study will take place on board the Maersk Line container ship, Maersk Kalmar. Collaborators in the biodiesel project are Maersk Line, Maersk Tankers, Maersk Supply Service, Maersk Drilling, Maersk Ship Management, Lloyd’s Register’s Strategic Research Group, and a consortium of Dutch subcontractors. The project is being part funded by the Dutch government and co-ordinated by Maersk Maritime Technology (MSM). The bio diesel FAME (fatty acid methyl esters) used for the test will be based on sustainable crops grown in (temperate) regions or reused oils.
Lloyd's Register Names New Global Business Manger
Lloyd's Register has appointed Dr Paul Davies as Global Business Manager for Risk Management Services. His role is to lead the growth of risk management services across all sectors and to coordinate the activities of all Lloyd's Register's risk management centers of excellence. Paul joins Lloyd's Register from Vectra Group, where he was Business Development Manager. Previously he was a partner in ERM the environmental management consultancy, where he led the process risk team and directed the development of risk software for the UK HSE. He has also held senior positions at DNV and Four Elements, and is qualified with a PhD in Quantitative Risk Assessment.
