Scrubbing up well
The Naval Architect: September 2019
Pacific Green Technologies has reaped the rewards of the sulphur cap with its patented scrubbers, but questions why so many shipowners have failed to take action.
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Estonian maritime duo team up to optimise ferry loading
The Naval Architect: September 2019
Tallink and TalTech are working together to develop a ‘Smart Car Deck’ that uses digital solutions to automate vehicle traffic flow and efficiently position passenger cars on a ship’s deck.
Easing the burden of hazardous materials regulations
The Naval Architect: September 2019
With the EU SRR effectively making IMO’s Hong Kong Convention a reality for many shipowners, third-party auditor Verifavia has successfully branched out into ensuring vessels are HazMat compliant.
Clean energy revolution ignites interest in waste heat
The Naval Architect: September 2019
As environmental pressures escalate, heat recovery systems are gaining popularity as a promising efficiency solution. A new compact system developed by Germany-based Orcan Energy offers savings for all ship sizes.
In any event
Ship & Boat International: eNews August 2019
Dutch builder Shipyard De Hoop has successfully delivered a passenger/event boat to Rotterdam-based tour operator Spido, following on from its launch in March this year.
H2-fuelled commuter routes
Ship & Boat International: eNews August 2019
CMB’s pursuit of hydrogen-powered marine solutions has led the owner to Japan, where it has ordered a coastal passenger ferry fed by a hybrid H2-diesel mix.
Ferguson comes under public control
Ship & Boat International: eNews August 2019
The Port Glasgow-based builder has come under public control, in an effort to finally deliver the delayed LNG dual-fuel ferry duo ordered by CMAL in Q3 2015.
Bacchanal plays it safe
Ship & Boat International: eNews August 2019
A 3D sonar system, designed to help with collision avoidance and man overboard (MOB) detection, is one of the key features of Benetti's latest, transatlantic-capable megayacht.
Wärtsilä plays it Smart
Shiprepair & Maintenance 3rd Quarter 2019
Wärtsilä’s Smart Maintenance initiative is gathering momentum and market acceptance, the company reports
Selecting the right options for propeller blade modifications
Shiprepair & Maintenance: 3rd Quarter 2019
Hydrex diver/technicians have this year performed propeller blade modifications on several tankers and bulk carriers using different techniques
Qatar’s N-KOM reaches LNG carrier repair milestone
Shiprepair & Maintenance: 3rd Quarter 2019
N-KOM continues to take advantage of its location close to the world’s biggest LNG export facilities to secure a significant volume of specialist gas carrier repair activity
Product developments target fuel saving opportunities
Shiprepair & Maintenance: 3rd Quarter 2019
The Japanese manufacturer Nippon Paint Marine has upgraded its product range with the aim of helping owners and operators reduce fuel consumption and overall environmental impact