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RCL announces the launch of a new shuttle service between Thailand and South China with its partner Mariana Express Lines. The service will call at Port Authority of Thailand (PAT) – Laem Chabang – Nansha – Shekou – Laem Chabang using 2 X 1,200 ship rotation. RCL will brand this service as "RBS". The maiden voyages The maiden voyages will commence 5 June 2021 on the southbound ex Nansha. Mariana Express Lines will initially deploy 2 X 1,200 TEU on the service with RCL...

The crew of FESCO’s vessel 'Vasily Golovnin' conducted a search and recovery of two self-propelled platforms for maritime research of the Norwegian Polar Institute nearshore Antarctica. In severe weather conditions, FESCO’s seamen managed to find two self-propelled research vehicles – Seaglider and Sailbuoy – and bring them on board. The difficulties were not only in the dimensions of the vehicles (each is 2 metres long), but also in the sensors on the sides of the vehic...

Teknotherm is excited to announce that the company has been awarded the contract to finalise the HVAC systems for RoPax ferry - HONFLEUR. Back in 2017, Brittany Ferries had placed the order for the HONFLEUR vessel, at the Flensburger Schiffbau-Gesellshaft’s (FSG) shipyard in Germany. However, when FSG went bankrupt in 2019, its Norwegian owner, Siem Shipping (Siem Group) signed a contract with Fosen Yard, in Norway, to complete the project. Teknotherm gets HVAC contract for HONFLEUR HON...

The new 5,000m3 LFC will be built to KM’s new NVC 390 design, with a clear focus on reduced emissions and enhanced sustainability. This is reflected by the comprehensive KONGSBERG equipment package, which includes Promas propulsion, generators, thrusters, electrical systems and automation. To date, KM has designed eight LFCs for Sølvtrans, with six previously built or under construction at Myklebust Verft. With its headquarters in Ålesund on Norway’s west coast, S&oslas...

In France, focusing on a new potential - the low-hanging fruit - for a while. It has indeed proved to be quite interesting, and have had to employ additional manpower to cope with the increased work volume. Before Brexit, the British fishing boats landed their catches in Roscoff or Guilvinec in Brittany and sold the fish at the fish auction in Guilvinec. Now the fish must be declared to customs, and Brest is the only port in the region that is authorised to discharge these boats. Brest experie...

The signing ceremony of the strategic cooperation agreement between CULines, COSCO SHIPPING Specialized and CHINT took place at the COSCO SHIPPING Specialized Headquarters – Guangzhou Ocean Plaza. Leaders and guests present included the following: President Zhang Zhihuan and Vice President Zhang Wanli of CHINT, Chairman Chen Wei and Assistant to General Manager Gu Weidong of COSCO SHIPPING Specialized, Deputy General Manager Song Xiaoming of Guangzhou Port Group, General Manager Xi Yu and...

On the afternoon of November 23, 2020, China United Lines Ltd. (CULines) entered into a 'Two Ports & Two Shipping Operators' Strategic Cooperation Agreement with Guangzhou Port Company Limited, Hainan Harbor & Shipping Holdings Co., Ltd. and New Golden Sea Shipping Pte. Ltd. The signing of this strategic framework agreement is an extension of the partnership between CULines and New Golden Sea Shipping. SHX service The two parties co-launched the SHX service, which has completed its ma...

Germany is the large economy in Europe, and the country is also pioneering within foodstuff production and export. Within recent years, Blue Water has established a strong name and a solid market position in the German reefer market (refrigerated transports). Now, wish to develop further and expand our presence to cover new suppliers, customers and commodities - and accommodate existing clients’ needs. That is why the next step is to be locally present, as this is one of the keys to gain...

With the International Maritime Organization (IMO) targeting a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, LNG is becoming a natural choice for ship owners in the transition to carbon-neutral fuels. Methane slip regulations are a possibility on the horizon, but Alfa Laval and global Swiss engine developer, WinGD have already cooperated on a solution. Alfa Laval PureCool system The Alfa Laval PureCool system is the main component in WinGD’s iCER technology The Alfa Laval PureCool...

The newly established agreement means that in the future Blue Water will be handling CUBIC’s sea and air freight as well as a courier – primarily from CUBIC’s headquarters in Brønderslev, Denmark to worldwide destinations. Furthermore, the agreement covers global transport from the company’s branches in Poland and China. Customised transport solutions “We chose Blue Water as our transport partner due to their wide range of transport products. We have...

FESCO Transportation Group is launching FESCO Arctic Line – a new maritime container service, which will connect the ports of Provideniya and Pevek in the Chukotka Autonomous Area with the ports of China and the USA. Direct mixed railway The service will operate on the following routes: Qingdao (China) - Taicang (China) - Provideniya - Pevek, and Everett (USA) - Provideniya - Pevek. Calls to the port of Vladivostok and Vostochny will be also possible. The transportation will be carried o...

For its 7th edition of the Monaco Solar & Energy Boat Challenge, the Yacht Club de Monaco went online with the event with virtual presentations made to the jury and an online prize-giving ceremony on July 8, 2020. Sustainability was at the core of the project from the SBM Offshore E-Racing Team, in terms of the lifecycle of the cockpit, the use of different materials, as well as the propulsion system, which comprises standard components that can all be reused. Reuse and recycling...

Blue Water Port Services is involved in two projects for Siemens Renewable Energy. The first project is Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind, consisting of two 6 MW wind turbines to be installed 27 miles off the coast of Virginia Beach, USA, and is the nation’s second offshore wind farm. The second project is Borssele Wind Farms 1 and 2, where 94 Siemens Gamesa 8 MW wind turbines will be installed 14 miles off the coast of the Dutch province Zeeland. Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy The first...

SBM Offshore CEO Bruno Chabas commented: “SBM Offshore delivered a good set of results during the first quarter of 2020, in line with expectations. The Company’s results, dividend track record and completed share repurchase exemplify SBM Offshore’s robust business model. At the same time, SBM Offshore is also impacted by the combined demand and supply crises in the oil and gas market and is taking measures to evolve and adapt with the uncertain dynamic market conditions."...

Reliable oxygen compressor solutions for the medical sector and health care are needed like never before. In order to be able to meet this increased demand even in the high-pressure range, Sauer Compressors has developed a system that can compress pure oxygen up to 300 barg. The compact solution consisting of an oil-free and dry-running HAUG compressor and a pneumatic gas booster meets the highest requirements for efficiency and safety. It is ideally suited for medical oxygen in hospitals and m...

On the afternoon of December 3, 2020, the China Shipping 50 Forum, acclaimed as a think tank in the shipping industry, held its 7th annual meeting in Qingdao. As a member of the Forum, Chairman of CULines Raymond Chen attended the meeting upon invitation. Guest attending the event The event gathered top-class experts and scholars from the port and shipping logistics sector The event gathered top-class experts and scholars from the port and shipping logistics sector, senior executives at...

FESCO Transportation Group announces the appointment of Maxim Sakharov as the Group’s President effective March 6, 2020. Maxim Sakharov, previously Vice President for Finance, will replace Aleksandrs Isurins who is stepping down as the Group’s President on the same date. Authority comment “On behalf of the Board of Directors, I want to thank Aleksandrs Isurins. During the time he served as the President, he implemented a number of strategic projects, restructured public debt...

For more than 40 years, HAUG compressors have stood for the best and safest oxygen compressors on the market. For the compression of pure oxygen, oil-free compressors are essential. Due to the high flammability and oxidizing properties of oxygen, it is also important during the production process that the machines are manufactured in an absolutely clean environment. With the experience and specialist knowledge, we are the right partner for individual oxygen solutions.

For more than 40 years, HAUG compressors have stood for the best and safest oxygen compressors on the market. For the compression of pure oxygen, oil-free compressors are essential. Due to the high flammability and oxidizing properties of oxygen, it is also important during the production process that the machines are manufactured in an absolutely clean environment. With the experience and specialist knowledge, we are the right partner for individual oxygen solutions.

Sauer Compressors offers a full range of high-pressure compressors which are ideally suited for professional breathing air application even in continuous operation. In addition to breathing air systems for governmental customers and navies, Sauer also offers individual solutions for professional diving companies and offshore service providers. Based on the robust Sauer high-pressure compressors, Sauer also supplies complete breathing air solutions including breathing air filtration and filling...

Sauer Compressors offers a full range of high-pressure compressors which are ideally suited for professional breathing air application even in continuous operation. In addition to breathing air systems for governmental customers and navies, Sauer also offers individual solutions for professional diving companies and offshore service providers. Based on the robust Sauer high-pressure compressors, Sauer also supplies complete breathing air solutions including breathing air filtration and filling...

CUL Shining Shipping Co., Ltd. was established on October 29, 2015, as a subsidiary held and operated by China United Lines Ltd. (CULines). CUL Shining Shipping is mainly engaged in the barge transportation of containers and bulk cargoes in the Yangtze River. It owns dozens of self-operated barges and is able to dispatch more than 300 barges. Branch lines for domestic trade CUL Shining Shipping owns a branch line network connecting Shanghai to the upper and middle reaches of the Yangtze...

The Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) returns in its seventh edition to deliver the latest innovations and technological developments in the sphere of maritime defence and security. Held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, and hosted and organised by Qatar Armed Forces, the event will take place at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) between the 16th and 18th of March 2020. Silver and bronze sp...

The digital evolution is shaping the maritime future in multiple aspects – both onshore and offshore – and shipping organisations are facing pressure to operate more efficiently and profitably while catering to the increasingly sophisticated customer demands. As with any change, digitalisation was initially met with scepticism. But this has given way to building digital momentum, given the many strategic business benefits to be reaped – from operational efficiency improvements...

On 20 January 2019 PT Salam Pacific Indonesia Lines officially opened a new route Jakarta- Padang- Bengkulu to make it easier and more satisfying for customers in the once-a-week departure period. In the future, other new routes will be launched in order to achieve the vision of the shipping company which has been established since 1970.

PT Salam Pacific Indonesia Lines (SPIL), a national shipping company and Toll Group, an international logistics company, have entered into a new partnership to provide broader supply chain services including Contract logistics, International freight forwarding and Domestic distribution. With 130 years of experience in logistics and supply chain, Toll has significant capabilities in Contract logistics and International freight forwarding along with expertise in mining, energy and remote logistic...

Asia Pacific Maritime (APM), Asia’s shipbuilding & marine, workboat, and offshore exhibition and conference concluded on a strong note on 16 March 2018 with attendees expressing optimism for an anticipated upturn. 14,158 trade visitors congregated at the biennial event, as 1,432 brands from 60 countries, represented by over 644 booths, exhibited their innovations for the industry. international participation and support  Yeow Hui Leng, Group Project Director, APM said, “T...

From 14 to 16 March 2018, Asia Pacific Maritime (APM) will gather key industry players and thought leaders within the global maritime industry for three days of knowledge exchange, networking and business-building. The 15th edition will also welcome 18 official pavilions, including Greece and Spain which will be present for the first time. Throughout the three days, the biennial event expects to host more than 1,500 exhibiting companies, represented at over 630 booths from 60 countries, and ove...

The 15th Asia Pacific Maritime (APM), Southeast Asia’s most established maritime, workboat, and offshore exhibition and conference will present its strongest line-up of keynote and conference speakers when it takes place in Singapore from 14 to 16 March 2018. Over 40 leaders and experts from across the global maritime industry will lead discussions on the major trends and issues shaping Asia Pacific's maritime, workboat, and offshore industries, whilst sharing their insights and forecast...

The 15th Asia Pacific Maritime (APM), Southeast Asia’s most established maritime, workboat, and offshore exhibition and conference will present its strongest line-up of keynote and conference speakers when it takes place in Singapore from 14 to 16 March 2018. Over 40 leaders and experts from across the global maritime industry will lead pertinent discussions on the major trends and issues shaping the maritime, workboat, and offshore industries, whilst sharing their insights and forecast t...