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One of the US Coast Guard’s most recognizable aircraft must be the Eurocopter MH-65 SRR Dolphin. A gloss-orange streak racing toward danger, rescue or both, one look at an airborne Dolphin shows what the Coasties are all about in a visual and visceral way. This chopper’s been screaming Semper Paratus for decades. In 1979, it was selected as the new short-range recovery ...

The vessel, a 2,100 TEU capacity feeder ship, is the first of 19 carbon-neutral ships Maersk has on order that will be powered by green methanol fuel. The 172m vessel was ordered in July 2021 from Hyundai Mipo Dockyard in South Korea with delivery later this year. The vessel will be operated by Maersk’s Sealand Europe brand, a subsidiary that Maersk is in the process o...

The vessel measures 135m by 14.2m and is the first vessel of this type, which is an improved version of an existing hull shape. This design has been further developed over the past two years: the updated hull shape leads to 20 per cent fuel savings. Efficiency and sustainability considerations and cargo capacity were the deciding factors for Merlin Group to contract Co...

With an increasing lack of heavy lift installation vessels, these new FFIVs are needed to fill the gap and will enable Cyan to support the offshore wind industry in meeting its global ambitions. “With their strong track record in heavy lift vessel design and a good understanding of the market constraints and requirements, Ulstein is the preferred partner to design our n...

In a multi-million pound investment, the company is constructing two new bespoke ferries on the route, the first of which is due to enter service on the route in autumn 2025. Each of the two new 147m vessels has been designed to maximise freight volumes and will provide 2,800 lane meters of capacity which is an 80 per cent increase on current ship capacities. The new v...

Three of these are the 685 Work model, while two are the 1050 model. The vessels will be used as work and transport vessels at the Placentia Bay aquaculture sea site. Grieg Newfoundland Public Relations Manager Perry Power said: “We are well acquainted with the Polarcirkel boats that are made and tested in Northern Norway. Some of our employees are from Norway and are f...

The two Burger 180’ Motor Yachts are currently under construction at Burger’s shipyard in Manitowoc, Wis. While the first is sold, the second is available for sale, providing its new owner an opportunity to build their new yacht in the U.S. and add their custom touches to its design, shipyard officials said. The Burger 180 Motor Yacht features expansive interior and ext...

Once commissioned, these vessels will be among the First Zero Emission Short Sea Container Vessel in the world using Green Hydrogen as the fuel. This is another of Samskip’s ambitious projects as they work together with the Norwegian Government green funding program aimed at emission-free transport solutions by adopting sustainable innovative future technologies. In zer...

The government said it recognizes that using alternative sites and vessels involves difficult decisions, but that urgent action is needed to reduce expensive hotel use and the attraction of coming to the UK illegally. The Home Office chartered Bibby Stockholm, an accommodation vessel built in 1976 which has previously been used in similar capacities in Germany and the N...

The company, which operates services from the mainland of north-west Germany to the Frisian Islands, is taking a very active approach to realising its ambitions. Already, the operator offers electric car and bicycle hire to its clients. Furthermore, Norden-Frisia is installing solar panels and wind turbines to its car parking facilities to generate a significant 5MW of ...

Four Damen fast crew supplier (FCS) 2710 hybrid, three Damen FCS 3210 hybrid crew transfer vessels (CTVs), and one 295.2' construction service operation vessel (CSOV) will be built. The FCS 3210s and the CSOV will be equipped for ultra-low emission operations, and be designed to be upgraded to methanol-fueled engines. The order is part of Purus Wind’s strategy to be a ...

Buquebus, one of Incat’s longtime customers based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, recently asked Incat to “investigate the possibility of replacing the LNG powerplant with a battery-electric solution,” for a 130-meter (426') catamaran that will carry 2,100 passengers and 226 vehicles, according to Incat. When the transition from LNG to batteries is completed, the vessel woul...

The pilot project for 3D model-based class approval is meant to pave the way towards using three dimensional computer designs as standard procedure to achieve class notation for seagoing vessels. Vessel steel hull Design evaluation based on 3D models in parallel to its classification review process has become possible thanks to the new data exchange format – OCX. The OC...

The 26' tug is purposefully designed as a multifunctional utility boat servicing marine construction sites, tending dredges, tending buoys, short range ferry operations and other near shore operations such as crew transportation or line handling, EBDG said. The tug will be a test case to understand the market demand for an all-electric vessel. Miller Marine, a boat buil...

“Investing in our future is a key part of ACBL’s strategy. We are proud to introduce the first Tier 4 Mitsubishi engines to the marine industry,” ACBL’s CEO Mike Ellis said in a statement. “The addition of this new Tier 4 retractable towboat represents our commitment to providing our customers with innovative marine transportation solutions while minimizing our impact on...

In Slovakia, the NGO Everwave collects garbage from the local waters with the BERKY collection mower boat BERKY TRITON 550. Our mowing collection boat is therefore not only suitable for mowing and collecting aquatic plants. Garbage and other debris can also be effectively collected from the water surface

This will be awarded at the 26th International Tug & Salvage Convention, Exhibition and Awards event on 29 September in Istanbul. Sparky is the first tug in its class to be fully electric and can undertake two or more assignments at full power before being recharged, which takes just two hours. Its development is the result of a six-year collaboration between Damen and...

Workboat piers see heavy use, so when Norfolk, Virginia USA-based Seaward Marine Corporation needed to expand its docking capacity, it chose a state-of-the-art SF Marina floating concrete solution. The 80m structure will accommodate the company’s seven-boat fleet of tow and tug vessels located in Chesapeake, Virginia. Seaward Marine is no stranger to SF Marina, having w...

Location: Qiankun Bay, Yellow River, China Date: April of 2020 Equipment: ME120 USV, Hydro-tech MS400P small multibeam echo sounder system User: National Natural Resources Second Topographic Survey Team Background With a total length of 5,464 km, the Yellow River is the second-longest river in China. As running through the Loess Plateau during the middle jou...

It takes 15 years to have an overnight success. On 16.7. 2005. we had celebration of launching of first Croatian semisubmarine at Marina Kornati in Biograd na moru. At that time nobody could have guessed that we will build a global brand. 5 years and couple of months later I founded a company Agena Marin. Now we have more than 50 units delivered to some of the most b...

The Spirit of Doolin has just arrived in Ireland! Formerly called the STAR RIVIERA, it has received all the necessary modifications to navigate in Irish waters. After several days at sea, the former Star Riviera has reached the port of Cork. It will make a stopover there before leaving for her final destination, which is none other than Doolin. Below is the vide...

After nearly two years of work, the Rivage Croisière 2 catamaran set sail on February 6 in Saint-Mandrier. Special order from the shipowner Thierry Arnal, it is the largest catamaran dedicated to passenger transport in Europe. It will join the Riviera Lines fleet. It will be powered by both its sail (8 to 10 knots) and its two Baudoin engines, each developing 650 horsepo...

We are pleased to announce a new milestone in the history of the Peniche Shipyards (ENP)! Last August, we completed the molding of a revolutionary hull for a purse seine fishing vessel, measuring 22.50 meters in length. A New Level in Shipbuilding This hull, constructed from FRP (Fiber Reinforced Plastic), represents a significant advancement in the shipbuilding indust...

At Izmir Shipyard, we've built more than vessels – we've constructed a legacy of trust that spans continents and industries. Our journey of excellence has made us a preferred partner for prestigious institutions worldwide, from national security forces to international energy companies. Whether you're a government agency seeking specialized security vessels or a commerc...

We are also happy to announce that we have bought our own 10,000 square meter land at Izmir/Çaltılıdere. As of now the land is being prepared and will be ready by 2023. Project pictures of the land could be found as an attachment, also the link to this project will be shared down below. Link to Etkin Marin’s 10,000 Square meter land project.

In the ever-evolving landscape of maritime security, Izmir Shipyard continues to make waves with its cutting-edge patrol boat solutions. We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in our commitment to global maritime excellence: the successful delivery of two IZ 1100 RC boats to the Mauritanian Coast Guard.

Hong Kong, May 7th, 2024 - OceanAlpha, a leading manufacturer in unmanned surface vessels (USVs) industry, announced today the delivery of an L12E USV, dubbed Clear Water Bay, to Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST). This delivery marks a significant milestone in bolstering the school's innovative technology research and development initiatives and unde...

The innovative Grain de Sail II cargo sail ship has set sail across the Atlantic with a state-of-the-art ballast water treatment system supplied by BIO-UV Group. The vessel, based in St. Malo, France, transports French products to New York by sail before heading south to the Caribbean and loading locally grown organic products, such as cocoa and coffee beans. The 52m w...

In line with our values of innovation, sustainability, and the advancement of technology, ASIS Boats has partnered with Saudi SICLI to supply NEOM with firefighting and search & rescue rigid inflatable boats. These Rigid Inflatable Boats will serve as support assets in the Red Sea throughout the development of the new urban area, aimed at fostering sustainable living, te...

Step into a world where precision engineering, innovative design, and maritime mastery converge – welcome to Izmir Shipyard! Thanks to our passion for the sea and sailing, we constantly invest in the highest quality standards, highly skilled people and environmentally friendly technologies & innovation!

Efficient, ease of use and with a resolutely modern design, Delavergne's new tug vessel will meet the most demanding demands. Available in 3 lengths, they are already the delight of the ports of Dongues and La Rochelle!

Established in 1996, Izmir Shipyard stands proudly as a boutique shipyard situated on the northwest side of the Gulf of Izmir, Turkey. Our journey is defined by a commitment to crafting excellence and setting industry standards.

The oceans, vast and untamed, have forever called out to those seeking adventure and exploration. At Izmir Shipyard, this call echoes in the construction of our boats, where craftsmanship, innovation, and maritime excellence converge. Join us on an odyssey as we set sail from the Atlantic to the Pacific, from the Mediterranean to the Indian Ocean, conquering the seven se...

Moggaro has recently completed the construction of a new unit of the famous jet boat M700WJ, a 14-seater jet boat equipped with 1 x Yanmar 6LY 440 HP engine and propelled by Hamilton HJX27 jet, which allow it to reach a maximum speed of 42 knots with 3 people on board, and which has been delivered in the city of Geneve (Switzerland) in April 2023. This jet boat is for to...

In recent years, with the deepening of wind energy development and utilization, offshore wind power plants have become an important renewable energy power generation method. To ensure the normal operation of offshore wind power plants, offshore wind power operations, and maintenance ships came into being. So, what is a crew transfer vessel? In simple terms, it is a spec...

In a commendable initiative aimed at preserving the marine ecosystem and ensuring sustainable navigation practices, the port of La Rague has recently introduced a revolutionary new service called "Ecoservice" in partnership with the company Ecotank. This service allows boaters to effectively manage their wastewater by providing a practical and environmentally-friendly so...