The variable speed mobile generator will be added to Nauticool’s range of brands which it supplies and supports to retailers, OEM’s and end users throughout the UK and beyond. “Polar Generator are lightweight and have smaller dimensions than most generators on the market, making them perfect for retrofitting onto a boat,” said Nauticool’s MD David Hancock. “The units ...
From September 2020 the company is consolidating its current range from seven to four choices and introducing a new Sport range cementing the company’s position in the luxury RIB and tender market. “The Sport range will take the brand to yet another level, entering the deluxe family RIB segment for the first time and leveraging the brand into new territory,” said High...
The dealers - Inverness-based Caley Marina, Fettes and Rankine in Aberdeen and South Shore Marine in Northern Ireland – will focus on the Neander-engineered outboard that is suitable for applications such as fast rescue craft, safety boats and superyacht tenders. The 50hp diesel outboard has a dual crankshaft and common rail fuel injection. The torque output peaks at ...
The Pulse58 is a 5.8m RIB with an entirely bespoke design for a fully integral electric drive. Its sustainable composite construction comprises of bio-based infused epoxy resin, recycled PET core material and naturally sourced basalt and flax fibres. These fibres are incredibly strong and energy absorbing. RS aims to bring to market the most sustainable, lightweight and ...
The agreement includes Katadyn Water products, Katadyn Survivor, Micropur, Steripen, Trek’n Eat Foods and the brands they distribute including Forestia Foods, Chimpanzee energy foods and Wacaco portable coffee machines. “This is a very exciting opportunity for us,” said Jim Deheer, director, GDS Ltd. “We are delighted to be working with such a well-established, global...
Due to launch in 2021, the new Spirit 72DH is the first Spirit yacht to have carbon integrated into her build, delivering the same strength as a stainless steel reinforcement cage, but with less weight. “By using carbon in the reinforcing structures we have saved over 800kg versus the stainless steel equivalent, which optimises the overall performance of the yacht onc...
The move is in response to the present uncertain nature of boat shows due to the coronavirus pandemic. “As we enter a new phase, with lifted restrictions and a progressive return to our freedoms, the pleasure of outings with family and friends is becoming possible again,” said a Jeanneau spokesman. “Jeanneau dealers are hard at work and boaters are resuming sailing an...
Following a tender process LSAR chose Ribcraft to design and build its new lifeboat because they wanted a company capable of providing a strong, durable craft who would offer a bespoke service meaning the charity could have the boat constructed to its exacting requirements. The 8m vessel has a 3m beam with twin engines, self-righting A frame and a large console and re...
It has issued a new cylinder lubrication guide that, for the first time, provides ship operators with consolidated, at-a-glance information highlighting the specific usage conditions for each and every approved cylinder oil. The guidance is the result of several months’ work with major oil companies to make usage requirements more transparent. Previously, the guidelin...
With a total cost of $468 million, the vessel is the largest single investment ever made in the marine diamond industry. It deploys advanced subsea crawling – a technique for recovering diamonds from the seabed. The new 177-meter ship has been designed by Norwegian naval architect firm Marin Teknikk. It will become the largest ship in the owner’s fleet, exceeding the ...
SwiftBulk is implementing Fueltrax EFMS to improve operating efficiency, decrease environmental footprint with consumption tracking, and improve operating transparency. The EFMS on board includes direct fuel measurements via Coriolis flowmeter technology for the ship’s Mitsui MAN B&W 6S-60MC-C main engine and bunker monitoring for fuel quality detection upon loading. Wit...
The tug is being built for the Port of Aarhus Denmark and features two Schottel type SRP 430 Rudderpropellers, rated at 2,000 kW each, with 2.5 meter dameter fixed pitch propellers. The azimuth thrusters will be driven by diesel engines. This configuration will achieve an expected bollard pull of about 65 tonnes and a free running speed of approximately 12.5 knots. Th...
The vessels will be delivered with battery-hybrid technology that will see emission of greenhouse gases reduced by a minimum 30% and will also be prepared for future installation of zero emission hydrogen technology. Among the advantages of the new eVSP are, in particular, a high efficiency and a reduction of complexity, as the permanent-magnet synchronous motor is al...
Installation is scheduled for fourth quarter 2020 and Sea-Cargo says that, in good wind conditions, the sailing hybrid vessel will maintain regular service speed by sail alone. Sea-Cargo has developed a new and unique technology that allows the sails to be raised and lowered while sailing. This tilt feature is designed for the extreme conditions in the North Sea, and ...
Designed for customers with turbochargers for two-stroke engines, the plan covers standard overhaul parts, wear and tear components, unplanned events (including unexpected repairs), labor, waiting and overtime, and intermediate inspection. Turbo MarineCare can be applied either from new or at any stage of the vessel or turbocharger’s life, subject to access to its ser...
As part of this program, it has contracted Wärtsilä to provide a comprehensive scope of solutions on a fast-track basis. The order was placed in May and delivery is scheduled for October this year. The scope includes two controlled pitch propeller (CPP) systems with control and fuel efficiency devices, two Wärtsilä tunnel thrusters, a Wärtsilä 20 auxiliary engine, and...
Hamworthy aims to enter agreements with local service providers in 15 countries within the next 12 months and says that a new partnership with PumpsPlus in Canada will be the first of many. Unauthorized spare parts of dubious quality can cause problems with even the best marine and offshore pumps, says Hamworthy. If a breakdown occurs, it is costly for the owner and u...
“Our customers around the world value the level of technical expertise and support our dedicated teams are able to offer them to not only help deliver engine lubrication recommendations for optimum cost control results but crucially, through analysis and insight of equipment, to ensure operational efficiency and safety, and helping reduce vessel machinery downtime,” said...
The project is being backed by a grant from the Nippon Foundation’s Joint Technological Development Program for the Demonstration of Unmanned Ships, Once the development phase has been completed, the prototype unmanned navigation system will be installed in a large high-speed car ferry ordered by Shin Nihonkai Ferry, to be built at the Tategami Main Plant of MHI’s Nag...
The Government of China commissioned the vessel as part of its initiative to reduce emissions from inland vessels. In charge of developing the vessels, CSSC Guijang Shipyard and the CSSC Shanghai Marine Diesel Research Institute turned to Danfoss Editron to equip the two workboats with Editron marine systems. The first workboat is a fully-electric, 68 foot long eng...
Built at Vigo-based shipyard Astilleros Armón, the 95.1 meters long by 14.8 meters beam freezer-seiner is the largest vessel built for Albacora in recent years. Designed by Armón / Cintranaval, the vessel is equipped with a state-of-the-art Schottel propulsion system comprising one type SCP 109 4-X Schottel controllable pitch propeller. With an input power of 6,000 kW...
The vessel, the Green Jade, is on order for Taiwan’s first offshore wind EPCI contractor, CSBC-DEME Wind Engineering (CDWE), a joint venture between Taiwan’s largest shipbuilder, CSBC, and the Belgium based DEME Group. With a 4,000-tonne crane capacity, the 216 meter long vessel is being built transport and install the next generation of foundations and giant multi-megaw...
The diesel-electric ships will each have four main engines divided between two engine rooms and Wabtec’s marine diesel engines will be integrated into generator sets by Cummins. The V250 series diesel engines for the NSMV fleet will be manufactured at Wabtec’s Grove City, Pa., plant. “This federal order will create job opportunities and economic growth in Western P...
The value of the firm orders is approximately SEK 100 million (about $10.6 million), including the PureBallast 3 systems and in some cases, deck houses and booster pump units. The frame agreements extend over the next three years and are Alfa Laval says that. even as the shipping industry has been impacted by the current pandemic, it has continued working closely w...
The vessels will serve Ørsted’s Hornsea Two offshore wind farm, which will be located approximately 55 miles off the Yorkshire coast in the North Sea and is set to enter operation in 2022. Both CTVs will be equipped with a Danfoss Editron serial hybrid system consisting of four propulsion motors. The systems will also include DC-DC converters for the vessels’ batterie...
If you’re interested in boats that enable fast passage-making, in safety – as well as podium performances for racers and/or classic comfort for cruisers – then read on for the latest on the Rapido range of Rapido 40, Rapido 50 and Rapido 60 trimarans!
Designed by Milan and Holger Henn of the German Studio HENNDESIGN and Hamburg-based iYACHTS, Ocean Eco 90 is covered with over 200sqm of solar panels from which energy is taken and stored in the battery packs that power the electric engines. "The hybrid version has two 250kW electric drives and two 456kW diesel engines, which also replace the conventional diesel gene...
GP Watercraft is providing Andrew Simpson Centres with demo foiling boats for use on RYA foiling courses, national foiling initiatives and performance foiling programmes. The partnership will help offer foiling tuition on purpose-built, user-friendly foilers for all ages of sailor. Skeeta and Nikki The Skeeta is GP Watercraft’s latest third generation foiling dingh...
Williams Jet Tenders ceased production on 24 March in accordance with government Covid-19 pandemic guidelines, but a skeleton team returned shortly after to the factory in April to meet customers’ orders, with Williams fulfilling all deliveries during the lockdown period. Keeping staff safe Mathew Hornsby, sales director at Williams Jet Tenders, said that it was ri...
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...
Bio-based Dyneema has identical technical characteristics and performance as conventional Dyneema but uses waste from the pulp and timber industry as its primary raw-material. Reduced CO2 emissions Bio-based Dyneema is ISCC-certified as sustainable and renewable via ‘mass-balancing’ which means that the Ethylene feedstock used to make bio-based Dyneema is transitio...
DNV GL approval confirms that the PRO-SET epoxy systems are in compliance with international standards, regulations and DNV GL rules, providing proof of the high quality and safety standards of the products. “We’re delighted to gain accreditation for PRO-SET epoxy systems,” said Ian Oliver of Wessex Resins and Adhesives that manufactures PRO-SET epoxy under licence fr...
The vessel is the third Sealegs craft Bear Grylls has purchased and marks a milestone for Sealegs as a pioneer of the amphibious production boat market. Over the last 15 years the New Zealand-based company has evolved from a startup to a major stakeholder in a significant and growing sector of the international marine market. “I am proud to be a part of the team that ...
Sentinel Marine Solutions is known for connected boat technology and is a recognised enabler for digital services in the boating industry, developing and manufacturing software and hardware for monitoring and remote control of modern boat systems. The Sentinel Boat Monitor model BM-40 is the core of the Telematics system - a connectivity gateway for remote monitoring ...
Barrus has also added Zinga to its range of marine maintenance products after being awarded exclusive UK distribution rights. Established in 1956, MG Duff specialises in producing sacrificial anodes for leisure boats, commercial ships and offshore structures. “The MG Duff name is synonymous with quality, trust and longevity and we will be taking that message out to...
MCI became an international distributor for EchoPilot’s Forward-Looking 3D sonar system (FLS 3D) in November 2019. Fleming Yachts will fit the system to its latest Fleming 65 cruising yacht, currently under construction at the Tung Hwa boatyard near the port city of Kaohsiung in southern Taiwan. “Fleming Yachts are renowned for their high-quality build and attention t...
