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Berge Bulk, one of the world’s independent dry bulk owners, and Sofar Ocean, a San Francisco-based maritime technology company, announced that Berge Bulk has adopted Sofar’s Wayfinder platform across its fleet of owned vessels, including new vessels equipped with wind propulsion technology. Wayfinder Berge Bulk uses Wayfinder’s dynamic voyage optimisation to save fuel, time, and emissions, supporting the carrier’s “Maritime Marshall Plan” decarbonisation str...

The Nautical Institute (Singapore Branch) is pleased to announce the final speaker line-up and agenda for its 2024 Annual Conference, a cornerstone event at the Singapore Safety at Sea Week. This year’s conference, themed "Charting a Greener World – Dealing with Sustainability, Emergency Preparedness, and Seafarer Well-being," comes at a critical time for the maritime industry, as recent high-profile maritime casualties underscore the pressing need for innovative solutions...

Wallem Group, a globally renowned ship management company, has announced the appointment of Luis Benito as its new Group Business Development & Marketing Director, effective 19 August 2024. Luis will report directly to John Rowley, Wallem Group CEO. In his new role, Luis will be responsible for driving sustainable profitable revenue growth across the Group. He will work closely with Wallem’s Ship Management, SeaSafe, Ship Agency, and Commercial Services businesses to deliver innovatio...

Vestdavit is thrilled to announce that they will be showcasing at SMM Hamburg from 3-6 September 2024, and visitors can find them at Hall B5 334. This prestigious event serves as a pivotal platform for Vestdavit to showcase its latest innovations, technologies, and trends shaping the future of the maritime industry. As a pioneer in advanced marine handling systems, Vestdavit will also have the unique opportunity to showcase its state-of-the-art equipment and share its advanced technologies, and...

MetOcean Telematics (MetOcean) is pleased to announce will be exhibiting at the California Narcotic Officers’ Association (CNOA) Annual Training Institute in Indian Wells, California from November 18-20, 2022.  MetOcean looks forward to showcasing MetOcean’s latest technology and connecting with partners and clients in the security industry. Visit the MetOcean team at booth 314. CNOA 2022 CNOA will host over 1700 attendees from local, state, and federal agencies, along with o...

Florida’s Lake Worth Drainage District (the District) is a case study in maximising the potential of SmartCover’s remote monitoring technology by leveraging satellite communication. The District provides comprehensive flood control, water conservation and water supply protection for 13 municipalities, serving more than 750,000 residents. The District monitors and controls a complex system of approximately 500 miles of canals, 20 major water control structures and numerous minor stru...

MetOcean Telematics is pleased to announce it will be exhibiting at the CLEAN GULF Conference and Exposition in New Orleans, LA from November 8-10, 2022.  It is looking forward to connecting with attendees and showcasing the latest MetOcean systems and Iridium products and technology. Visit the MetOcean Telematics team at booth 208. CLEAN GULF Founded in 1991, CLEAN GULF serves the spill response industry in prevention, preparedness, and response.  It gives response professionals a...

With the aim of boosting Renewable Energy infrastructure in Chile, a significant global player in renewable energies, focused on the promotion, construction, and operation of power generation facilities from renewable sources, has partnered with WEG to acquire essential equipment for their project: a large-scale power transformer. WEG supplies large-scale power transformer The transformer will play a vital role in the wind farm's energy infrastructure, handling voltage regulation Destined for...

Teledyne Gavia announces the significant expansion of its Engineering and Production facilities in Kopavogur, Iceland, in response to the increased demand for both low logistics Gavia class systems and larger Osprey and SeaRaptor Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs). To meet this growing demand, Teledyne Gavia has more than doubled the size of its manufacturing facility and significantly increased its staff in engineering, manufacturing, and support roles. These enhancements will bolster opera...

They have demonstrated the latest training technology and capability to the UK’s emergency services, including the Babcock Immersive Training Experience (BITE). BITE is a new interactive and immersive training platform designed to rapidly prepare military and civil resilience teams to face the most demanding environments. Replicating the physical, sensory and cognitive challenges of operating in an urban environment, it bridges the gap between a sterile classroom and active operatio...

Since 1960, Nor-Fishing has been an important national and international meeting place for the fisheries industry. It is one of the largest fisheries technology exhibitions in the world. In recent years, the exhibition has drawn around 15,000 visitors from about 50 countries. Innovations of importance to all sectors of the industry are presented here. Nor-Fishing 2024 The fisheries industry has developed tremendously over the past fifty years, and technology, processes and services related to...

Brunvoll has signed a contract with Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd for the delivery of a manoeuvring package for Tsakos Energy Navigation Ltd.'s new DP2 shuttle tanker. The contract is for equipment for one vessel, with two additional vessels as an option. Tsakos already has two vessels under construction with the same equipment and this adds up to potentially five vessels in total. The delivery from Brunvoll consists of three retractable azimuth thrusters, two tunnel thrusters, and Brunvoll...

Brittany Ferries is to become the majority owner of Condor Ferries, following recent changes in the ownership structure. Condor Ferries is the passenger and freight ferry operator between the UK (Poole, Portsmouth), the Channel Islands and St. Malo in France. Condor was originally acquired in November 2019 by a consortium comprising Brittany Ferries and the London-based Columbia Threadneedle European Sustainable Infrastructure Fund. Subject to approval by the regulatory authorities in Jers...

Construction of Scotland’s largest commercial shore power system started at Port of Aberdeen as part of a £4 million project designed to supply clean electricity to vessels at seven berths. The project is scheduled to deliver its first power in March 2025.  The ‘Shore Power in Operation’ demonstrator project is one of the first of its kind in the UK and was awarded match funding as part of the Department for Transport’s (DfT) Zero Emissions Vessels and Infrast...

Peninsula, the global pioneer in marine energy solutions, is pleased to announce the successful biofuel bunkering of the containership - Yantian Express by its IMO II chemical tanker, Aalborg. The supply operation was carried out for Hapag-Lloyd in the Port of Barcelona. The 88,500 GT vessel received 2,200mt of B30 VLSFO. The sustainable biofuel used for this blend was ISCC EU-certified biodiesel derived from Used Cooking Oil (UCOME). Lower-carbon marine fuels The addition of the Aalborg to t...

Armacell, a global pioneer in flexible foam for the equipment insulation market and a provider of engineered foams, will present its comprehensive range of thermal and acoustic insulation solutions for the first time at the SMM (Shipbuilding, Machinery, and Marine Technology) trade show. The event, known as the world's major trade fair for the maritime industry, will be held on 3-6 Sept. 2024 in Hamburg, Germany. Armacell will showcase its innovative insulation and firestop solutions in Hall B5...

Eco Wave Power Global AB, a publicly traded onshore wave energy company, is pleased to announce that following its official request, submitted to the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority (the SFSA) on the 21st of December, 2023, for authorisation for the repurchase of American Depositary Shares (the ADS) representing up to 10 percent of the total number of shares in the Company, the SFSA responded that in its opinion, the ADS are not considered equivalent to shares by Chapter 19 of the Swed...

In time for the SMM, the steute business division Controltec presents an extended range of switchgear products with DNV approvals. These switching devices have been developed for applications often involving exposure to damp and wet (including saltwater). Their key features also include a wide temperature range (down to −60°C, depending on the series). The DNV approval certifies that they are mechanically robust and able to withstand shocks, impacts and vibrations up to 4 g – a c...

Ulsan Port Authority (UPA) has announced that it signed an equity investment agreement worth US$17.6 million with Hyundai Oil Terminal Corporation on 1 August 2024, to establish Korea’s alternative marine fuel supply chain centred on Ulsan Port. The investment is a follow-up to the 'Plan to Establish an Alternative Marine Fuel Supply Chain' announced at the government's emergency economic ministerial meeting in November 2023, with UPA taking the lead to strengthen the competitiveness of K...

Transportation of LNG entails complex decision-making processes that must be managed effectively to ensure operational efficiency and environmental compliance. And LNG operators can take a lead in sustainable shipping by leveraging advanced data-driven technologies to enhance performance in this fast-expanding sector, says OrbitMI. Green shift The LNG business is at the forefront of the green shift in shipping as liquefied natural gas (LNG) is seen as an important transition fuel, given signi...

Brunvoll has signed a contract with Tersan Shipyard for the delivery of propulsion and manoeuvring systems for two stainless steel chemical product tankers. Tune Chemical Tankers (TCT), which also is a part of Tersan Group will be the owner of the vessels. The contract also includes an option for two additional vessels. Brunvoll’s delivery for the vessels consists of a complete shaft line solution with a reduction gearbox and a controllable pitch propeller, a tunnel thruster, and Brunvoll...

The overarching purpose of The Fuel EU Maritime Regulation (FEMREG) is to accelerate the use of renewable and low-carbon fuels in shipping. It forms part of the EU’s Fit for 55 Package, aimed at reducing the greenhouse gas (“GHG”) intensity of energy used by ships above 5,000 GT by at least 55% by 2030 (compared to 1990 levels). FEMREG is intended to complement the EU Emissions Trading Scheme for maritime which came into force on 1 January 2024. Fuel EU Maritime monitoring pl...

On Wednesday, 7th August, 2024, Cattewater Harbour Commissioners (CHC) will celebrate 150 years since their constitution under The Pier and Harbour Orders Confirmation Act, of 1874. Safety, efficiency, and sustainability Since then, CHC has been dedicated to ensuring the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of Cattewater Harbour while supporting the economic growth of Plymouth and the wider South West region.  Through strategic planning, investment, and collaboration, the Commi...

X-Press Feeders has launched 2 services, Thailand Straits X-Press service (TSX) and Straits Ho Chi Minh X-Press service (SHX), adding more frequencies to our SEA region. Thailand Straits X-Press service (TSX) TSX is a fixed-day weekly service that directly connects Singapore and Laem Chabang, offering our customers more frequencies to Laem Chabang. The service rotation is: Singapore - Laem Chabang - Singapore Straits Ho Chi Minh X-Press service (SHX) SHX is our second service that con...

Vestdavit has landed its biggest-ever order with a major contract to deliver high-specification davits for six multi-purpose vessels being built for the Canadian Coast Guard at Seaspan Shipyards in Vancouver. The Norwegian davit supplier will initially provide a total of six FF-15000 davit systems - one for each vessel - with options for a further 10 such units under its second contract secured with the Canadian shipbuilding group. Extensive davit delivery It comes on the heels of an order th...

In September 2023, NSSLGlobal, a global independent satcom and IT solutions provider, was awarded a contract with the UK Ministry of Defence (UK MOD) to provide comprehensive support for Maritime Multi-Media (MMM) services across the Royal Navy fleet. This strategic partnership aims to enhance the welfare services available to Royal Navy personnel by providing a wide range of entertainment on board vessels. Such welfare services are increasingly important in recruiting and retaining sailors. De...

The Panama Canal announced through an Advisory to Shipping, that effective immediately, the maximum authorised draft allowed for vessels transiting the Neopanamax Locks will be 49.0 feet (14.94 m), based on the present and projected level of Gatun Lake for the upcoming weeks. Reliability of transit service The Panama Canal had to adapt its operations because of the prolonged drought resulting from the climatic variations that affected the levels of the Gatun and Alhajuela Lakes. Despite this...

Steam turbines provide a valuable opportunity for many industries in South Africa to self-generate more of their power requirements often from alternative fuels produced as a by-product of their processes.  This technology offers benefits including energy cost reductions, a more stable supply of power, and a lower carbon footprint.   Generating steam for electricity A major South African firm taking advantage of these opportunities is Sappi Saiccor. Its mill at Umkomaas in Kwa...

The new NorthStandard website, launched delivers an array of digital resources and crucial, real-time operational insights. Next-generation website NorthStandard’s next-generation website lets users quickly access the latest high-quality content, a range of innovative digital resources, and features combined with personalised operational dashboards.  Additionally, the site includes updates to the intelligence portal GlobeView and introduces the new 'Fuel Insights' platform. Mariti...

KR is proud to announce the successful delivery of the groundbreaking low-carbon sailing cargo ship SV Juren Ae (IMO no. 1021245) to the Marshall Islands Shipping Corporation (MISC) on 31 July. Built under the KR class in South Korea, this innovative vessel marks a significant milestone in sustainable maritime transport. Funded by the International Climate Initiative (IKI), the SV Juren Ae, a 48-metre-long, 300 dwt supply vessel, is the result of a collaborative effort led by the Germ...