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Harbour Commission approves promotions to fill positions. The Long Beach Board of Harbour Commissioners has approved the appointments of new directors for the Port of Long Beach’s Human Resources and Engineering Design divisions. Khristina Jason, previously the Port’s assistant director of Human Resources since November 2021, will become Director of Human Resources. She joined the Port’s HR Division in April 2021 as Manager of Talent Relations and Engagement, having serve...

Accelleron and Web Aruba N.V., the public utility and water company for Aruba, have signed a 10 year customised Turbo LifecycleCare™ service agreement. This agreement provides for the maintenance and predictable budgeting of Web Aruba’s 32 turbochargers installed on single and dual fuel stroke engines.   A public signing between the companies took place on November 8th, 2023 with Aruba’s Minister of Labor, Energy and Integration, Glenbert Croes, attending. Power generat...

Lateral Naval Architects received approval in principle (AIP) from ABS for its new design of a methanol-fuelled, 70-metre superyacht. Lateral’s design focuses on reducing carbon emissions by utilising alternative fuels, specifically green methanol. ABS utilised the ABS Requirements for Methanol and Ethanol Fuelled Vessels to review the design and award the AIP. Lateral Naval Architects receives AIP from ABS “ABS is proud to collaborate with forward-looking companies like Lateral N...

Major provider of secure maritime data communications software, GTMaritime, has reported a significant rise in fleet data usage, with a 35% increase in monthly throughput recorded between 1 November 2022 and 31 October 2023. Increase in data usage Jamie Jones, Operations Director, GTMaritime, said, “Over the last 12 months, we have seen the amount of data used by vessels increase from 7.8 terabits a month to more than 10.6 terabits. This is a massive increase in data usage, and while par...

Neptune Energy and its partners announced a discovery at the Kyrre prospect and confirmed the volumes for the Ofelia appraisal well, both located in the PL 929 licence, close to the Gjøa field in the Norwegian sector of the North Sea.  Neptune has completed the Ofelia appraisal well, 35/6-4 ST2, in the Agat formation. The estimated recoverable volume is in the range of 16-33 million barrels of oil equivalent (mmboe). New gas discovery 35/6-4 A side track was drilled into the ove...

Hempel A/S is a first mover within the paints and coatings industry, sharing carbon footprint data on its Product Data Sheets. Hempel provides Sustainability Product Scorecards to support customers in delivering on their sustainability commitments. Hempel is committed to supporting its customers on their sustainability journeys, and as part of its Double Impact strategy, aims to hold sustainability leadership positions in its chosen segments. By providing sustainability data alongside its solut...

Each year, Siemens presents the Inventors of the Year award to outstanding inventors in six categories: Newcomers, Open Innovation, Outstanding Invention, Lifetime Achievement, Design and User Experience and the recently added PhD Award. In addition to helping explain artificial intelligence (AI), the prize-winning inventions also make power grids more sustainable, railcar axles more stable and charging stations for electric vehicles more universal. The 2023 award will be presented today to twe...

ClassNK has released the latest ‘ClassNK Technical Journal’, which has been published for contributing to the advancement of technology and society through the outcome of R&D and technical activities. The latest issue, ‘ClassNK Technical Journal No.8 2023 (II)’ features “Trends and Initiatives toward Reduction of GHG”. ‘ClassNK Technical Journal’ The new issue, ‘ClassNK Technical Journal’ covers an overview of IMO/EU GHG related...

MAN Energy Solutions has announced an agreement with Alfa Laval, the Swedish industrial concern, to develop a methanol fuel-supply solution for MAN four-stroke engines and its fuel-injection technology. As a result, the first four-stroke engine types will be capable of retrofit to methanol operation from 2025. MAN Energy Solutions and Alfa Laval previously collaborated on decarbonising shipping in 2014 when the very first methanol solution for two-stroke marine engines was in development. To da...

Technology group Wärtsilä introduces EvoTube, a revolutionary and patented advancement in Shaft Line technology for marine propulsion systems, reducing risk and simplifying operations. While based on a conventional stern tube, the EvoTube is a significantly simplified system with fewer components than a conventional stern tube system.  The inboard seal is mounted directly on the aft bearing housing, and the forward bearing is replaced with a standalone bearing inside the eng...

A major programme of repairs is underway at the iconic breakwater at South Gare after the structure suffered serious damage in the face of extraordinary sea conditions during Storm Babet. Concrete slabs weighing up to 50 tonnes were ‘tossed about like pebbles’ during Storm Babet in October, as the breakwater took the brunt of fierce winds and waves which reached several metres high. PD Ports, as Statutory Harbour Authority for Teesport and the Port of Hartlepool, with responsib...

Brunvoll has recently signed a contract with Westcon Yards for the delivery of a wide array of products to the new fishing vessel for owner - M.V. Quantus Limited and Peter & J. Johnstone Limited, based in Peterhead, United Kingdom (UK). Included is the Retractable Azimuth Combi Thruster, on its way to becoming an industry standard for fishing vessels. The vessel is designed by Salt Ship Design and will be delivered from the yard by the end of 2025. Brunvoll delivery components The Brunvo...

Accelleron welcomed the 100th customer for its running hours-based service agreement for four-stroke engine turbochargers, Turbo LifecycleCare in November 2023. More than 2,000 turbochargers supporting main or auxiliary engines across maritime and land-based power generation applications are covered by the unique agreement structure, which was established in 2017 to deliver predictable maintenance costs and reduced risk for operators. Turbo LifecycleCare agreement Turbo LifecycleCare agreemen...

International Marine Contractors, Leask Marine Ltd. achieves another “World First”. The company has announced that it has successfully installed its first offshore grouted pile with its revolutionary Raptor Submersible Drilling Rig (SDR) technology.    This marks the final commercialisation phase of the Raptor SDR, from concept, design, manufactured, and full testing programme complete with third-party verification. Characteristics of Raptor SDR design The main characte...

Waves Group is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the first phase of the decommissioning works for the iconic Royal Sovereign Lighthouse. The lighthouse represented cutting-edge maritime civil engineering technology for its time and was the only offshore lighthouse in the UK built directly on top of the seabed. Waves Group are Client Representative and Technical Consultant to Trinity House for the project. The team navigated the complex processes involved, to ensure the removal of...

As technology progresses in maritime operations and communications, especially in the realm of data transmission, the adoption of hybrid connectivity is proving critical. Pledging a smooth blend of various network technologies, it aspires to deliver improved reliability, flexibility, and performance. Yet, more thorough scrutiny reveals that what is often perceived as hybrid connectivity may not genuinely embody its core principles. Tristan Wood, managing director of Livewire Digital, a company...

WEG announced to its shareholders and the general market that, as approved at an extraordinary meeting of the Board of Directors held on December 07, 2023, and following the succession plan of its Executive Team established, as from March 31, 2024, the following movements will be implemented: Within the succession planning, structured and conducted by the Board of Directors with the support of renowned consultancies, Mr. Harry Schmelzer Júnior will leave the position of Chief Executi...

WEG announced to its shareholders and the general market that, as approved at an extraordinary meeting of the Board of Directors held on December 07, 2023, and following the succession plan of its Executive Team established, as from March 31, 2024, the following movements will be implemented: Within the succession planning, structured and conducted by the Board of Directors with the support of renowned consultancies, Mr. Harry Schmelzer Júnior will leave the position of Chief Executi...

Technology group - Wärtsilä will supply, install, commission, and start up the biogas upgrading and liquefaction units for a Swedish bioLNG plant. The new plant is an extension of an existing biomethane and bioLNG plant supplied earlier by Wärtsilä and will bring the production of bioLNG from 20 to 45 tons per day. VAC vacuum technology The plant, located in Linköping, is owned by Tekniska Verken, a municipality-owned company and a pioneer in Sweden in biogas and bioL...

“Safety is not merely a box to check but a dynamic force shaping the trajectory of our industry. It acts as both a boundary condition, defining the limits within which we operate, and a catalyst for change, propelling us toward innovative solutions and practices that align with our commitment to a greener future.” That was the message to shipping industry pioneers at COP28 from ABS Chairman and CEO Christopher J. Wiernicki.  Speaking at the International Chamber of Shippin...

The month of November marked a significant moment for WEG, as it had the honour of receiving the Supplier Award from MWM, manufacturer of electric motors and generators of Grupo Tupy, standing out as one of the 11 best suppliers for the company. In a ceremony held on November 22nd, MWM acknowledged WEG's commitment and excellence in delivering high-quality solutions. The award assessed aspects such as quality, delivery performance, flexibility, technological capability, and the dev...

The month of November marked a significant moment for WEG, as it had the honour of receiving the Supplier Award from MWM, manufacturer of electric motors and generators of Grupo Tupy, standing out as one of the 11 best suppliers for the company. In a ceremony held on November 22nd, MWM acknowledged WEG's commitment and excellence in delivering high-quality solutions. The award assessed aspects such as quality, delivery performance, flexibility, technological capability, and the dev...

At the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), Port of Long Beach and Port of Los Angeles unveiled a Partnership Strategy for a green and digital shipping corridor across the Pacific Ocean.  The scope of cooperation and success indicators specified in the strategy reaffirms the corridor partners’ commitment to drive global action to digitalise and decarbonise the shipping industry and improve efficiencies. Green and digital...

MacGregor, part of Cargotec, has been selected to supply comprehensive packages of RoRo equipment for an additional four multi-fuel and zero-carbon ready Aurora class Pure Car and Truck Carriers (PCTCs) for Höegh Autoliners. This will extend Höegh Autoliners’ Aurora class newbuilding program to twelve vessels, all of which will be built by China Merchant Heavy Industries (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd. The significant order is booked into Cargotec’s 2023 fourth-quarter order inta...

The former Head of Supply Chain for national retailer - B&M has joined Peel Ports Group to further strengthen its relationships with importers.  Jerome Wildsmith has more than 30 years of logistics experience working with cargo owners, including time with pioneering retailers Matalan, Mamas & Papas, and Regatta.  Responsibilities Based within the Port of Liverpool’s container division, his new role will be to drive container volumes and leverage the port...

ClassNK has issued Approvals in Principle (AiPs) for four cutting-edge ship designs developed by Marine Design & Research Institute of China (MARIC). The four designs – a 210k methanol dual-fuelled bulk carrier, a 210k ammonia dual-fuelled bulk carrier, a 210k LNG dual-fuelled bulk carrier, and an 88k LPG dual-fuelled very large gas carrier – represent MARIC’s approach to offer a range of environmentally friendly alternatives for the industry transitions towards the ultima...

ABB has secured a contract with Auckland Transport (AT) to deliver the maritime world’s first megawatt charging system (MCS) to recharge electric ferries using the same interface as trucks and aeroplanes. Lowering the barrier to entry, the standardised and highly adaptable system is expected to improve electric vessel competitiveness against fossil-fueled counterparts. As part of its Mission Electric initiative, AT has ordered two 200-seat all-electric ferries and two 300-passenger hybri...

ClassNK has issued Approvals in Principle (AiPs) for three vehicle carrier designs developed by the Shanghai Merchant Ship Design & Research Institute (SDARI). The first AiP acknowledges an ammonia ready LNG dual-fueled vehicle carrier with a capacity of 7,000 CEU, a significant first in China’s independently developed design. For the ship with the dimension of LOA 199.99m x B 38m × D 37m, Draft 8.6m, SDARI integrates the GTT MARK III Flex containment system for LNG and ammonia...

With the increasing demand for environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting in the maritime, offshore and oil and gas industries, many owners and operators are incorporating ESG criteria into their operations. The ABS ESG Blueprint is a new report that builds upon the work ABS is doing to support clients in their sustainability reporting and assurance journeys.  Important ESG elements The report investigates the market and institutional ESG drivers, such as greenho...

Pacific International Lines (PIL) and DP World have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop green solutions to decarbonise global supply chains. The agreement pairs DP World, which handles around 10% of the world’s container trade, and PIL, a major Singapore-based shipping company. By leveraging each other’s strengths and expertise, the companies can help to accelerate progress towards their common target of net zero GHG emissions. Pacific International Lines...