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Within ten years, the Becker Mewis Duct has become a globally successful product. Demand for the energy-saving device is rising again, as the new IMO environmental guidelines come into force next year. Accordingly, there will be great interest at the Nor-Shipping 2019 trade fair, which is taking place in Oslo, Norway, from 4th June to 7th June 2019. Becker Marine Systems will also be presenting other maneuvering systems and energy-saving solutions for ships. Becker Mewis Duct reduces CO2 emiss...
In order to anticipate violations or dangerous incidents in the shipping and logistics industry in the country, especially those related to the contents of cargo/containers. The Directorate of Marine and Coastal Guard Units (Dit. KPLP) - the Indonesian Ministry of Transportation in collaboration with the Australia Maritime Safety Authority (AMSAT International - Australia) held the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code training, from March 25 to March 29, 2019 in Surabaya. Represe...
John-Kaare Aune has been appointed the new Managing Director, Ship Management for the Wallem Group. He is expected to take up his position with effect from 1 July 2019. John-Kaare Aune John joins Wallem from the Cayman Registry. Most recently he was Regional Director, Safety and Compliance, overseeing the global commercial services and business development in addition to the Registration section in the Asia-Pacific region. Previously John had also been a Principal Surveyor wit...
Hong Kong-based TS Lines has taken in charge the 1,808 teu TS QINGDAO, fifth of six ‘Bangkokmax’ ships that the carrier is to receive from CSBC of Taiwan. TS Lines had ordered the first two vessels July 2015, with two more orders placed in May 2016 and another two in March 2018. Built at CSBC’s Keelung yard, the gearless ships are examples of the CSBC 1800 wide-beam Mk-II type of which more than 20 units have been delivered since 2014. Exhaust gas cleaning The TS QINGDAO is...
RCL is pleased to announce the launch of its new Port Klang (West Port) – Port Klang (North Port) – Calcutta – Port Klang. Branded as ‘RCH8’, the service will deploy two vessels i.e. the Ora Bhum (628 TEU) and the Chana Bhum (750 TEU) in an 18-day rotation on this service. Feeder type ports RCL is already involved in the Indian main port trades through our cooperation with partners" The maiden voyage will commence with the Ora Bhum 411N on the 16 March 2019 from...
Allweiler, a CIRCOR Business Unit, is looking forward to the 2019 Hanover Fair. The Allweiler booth (Hall 15, Booth G43) will focus on the redesigned OptiFix™ progressing cavity pump, a next-gen maintenance solution designed to save money. Allweiler's team of experts will demonstrate its functionality by guiding visitors through the five easy steps to dismantle the pump. The IN-1000 Condition and Operation Monitoring System will also be on display to show visitors how they can improve saf...
In view of the growth potential in Latin American trade, Evergreen Marine Corp. (Evergreen Line) is continuing to establish its own offices at main service locations in the region. The move will strengthen the effectiveness of the line’s operations, improve its capability to react to market opportunities, optimise the efficiency of its network routing and enhance its competitiveness in the area. Trade expansion in Latin America Evergreen confirms its continued commitment to serving the t...
The launching ceremony of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor (ILSTC) and COSCO SHIPPING “Hainan-ASEAN (Singapore)” Liner Route, co-hosted by Hainan Provincial People’s Government and COSCO SHIPPING, was held at Hainan Yangpu Xiaochantan Terminal owned by Hainan Harbor & Shipping Holding Co., Ltd. Attendees at ceremony Chairman of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council (SASAC) Xiao Yaqing, Governor and Vice Governor...
Great news for them at Luka Marine and for all the customers at the nearly end of 2018 year. They have become authorised dealers and service providers for Humphree Stabilisation Systems. Humphree products make the difference – the difference between enjoyment and seasickness, the difference between low and high fuel consumption, the difference between excellent visibility or bad visibility. 25 % more efficient compared to trim tabs Faster planning, lower energy consumption 75 % typic...
Xeneta is utilising its database of over 85 million contracted freight rates to deliver a unique monthly snapshot of long-term rate developments in the container industry. The new Xeneta Shipping Index (XSI™) Public Indices report, provides a detailed overview of the busiest global trade corridors, allowing users to gauge regional developments and track trends for key markets. In June this year Oslo-headquartered Xeneta, the ocean freight rate benchmarking and market intelligence platform...
Volvo Penta has unveiled a new water sport control system designed to create a unique user experience for wakesurfing, wakeboarding and waterskiing enthusiasts. The innovative control and display system gives boatbuilders a turnkey Volvo Penta water sport package that’s fully integrated with the Forward Drive, Electronic Vessel Control (EVC) and Glass Cockpit systems. New automation technologies “Wakesurfing is one of the fastest growing trends in today’s boating market, and...
The Aphrodite Leader, a Pure Car & Truck Carrier (PCTC) is the first vessel under Wallem Ship Management (Wallen Group) to come under the Japanese Flag. The Aphrodite Leader PCTC vessel completed the various inspections, audits and surveys, in accordance with the Japanese Flag requirements. The vessel then officially changed over to the Japanese Flag, upon receipt of the statutory certificates from the Japanese Government and Class NK. Managing Japanese Flag vessels This marks a positive...
SRT Marine Systems plc, the provider of maritime tracking, management and surveillance technologies, products and integrated system solutions for ports, waterways, fisheries and coast guards, announces that it will build and launch its own maritime monitoring satellite constellation, called OCEAN-SCAN, which will provide enhanced global vessel detection and tracking, and a new recurring revenue source from maritime domain awareness (MDA) system project customers. The OCEAN-SCAN system The OCEA...
The directors and shareholders of Wallem Group are very pleased to announce that Frank Coles has agreed to join Wallem as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Frank brings with him a wealth of experience, which spans across the sector and includes maritime law, shipping services and maritime communications. Maritime industry veteran Frank Coles will replace outgoing Chief Executive Officer, Simon Doughty, who announced his decision to step down earlier this year. The handover will take place...
Marlan had a great few days at the M&CCE Expo last week meeting old colleagues, current users, new customers and potential future collaborators. Managing Director Alex Sinclair and Director of Research Dr Cai Bird spent a productive 2 days at the NEC spreading the good word about synoptic and radar-based coastal surveying and monitoring. Marlan’s stand at 4C101 did a great job of drawing people’s attention and attracting visitors. Coastal maritime industry Marlan were shocked...
SRT is pleased to announce that it has received an order for 400 AIS Identifier VMS Transceiver kits, which will be deployed in West Africa for the tracking and identification of small fishing vessels. The Identifier VMS Transceiver kits will be deployed by authorities as part of a long term programme to track and identify small and medium size fishing boats and assist with the prevention of illegal and unregulated fishing. Detection optimisation technology The Identifier VMS Transceiv...
Marlan Maritime Technologies Ltd (Marlan) is excited to be exhibiting at the Marine & Coastal Civil Engineering Expo 2018 (M&CCE Expo 2018), which is taking place at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) Birmingham, in Birmingham, United Kingdom (UK) from September 11 to September 12, 2018. Coastal and near-shore survey and monitoring Marlan will be showcasing Synoptic and talking about the capabilities of their monitoring systems The company executives present at the event are hoping...
Allweiler GmbH, part of CIRCOR International, Inc., will exhibit its redesigned vertical centrifugal pump solutions for ship engine rooms at the SMM fair (Hall A2, booth 219). The innovative foot design reduces space requirements and improves operational safety. Reliable with short installations “The new compact MA-S and MA-C series are vertically installed centrifugal pumps with axial inlets and radial outlets.” “The S version was designed for simple and rapid assembly and...
SRT Marine Systems plc (“SRT”) is pleased to announce that the terms of the existing agreement between exactEarth Ltd. (“eE”) and SRT have been revised and a new non-exclusive agreement was entered into on 11 August 2016. Under the new agreement, SRT and eE will continue to have mutually exclusive use and rights to ABSEA (a technology comprising SRT and eE owned intellectual property that assists the eE satellite AIS network to detect transmissions from AIS Class B trans...
SRT, the global provider of maritime tracking technologies, products and turn-key system solutions, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a contract to supply the Panama Canal with its GeoVS maritime display and data management VTS system. The Panama Canal is undergoing a large investment programme, which has seen its capacity significantly increased. An important part of the programme is the implementation of technologies, which provide the Panama Canal operators with enhanced situat...
The SRT VMS System delivers a complete turn-key fisheries management solution at a cost that is up to 40% lower than traditional VMS systems whilst simultaneously delivering better performance, reliability, functionality, and future-proof flexibility. Proven around the world, the SRT VMS system includes functionality such as reliable ultra-low cost global tracking of any vessel and type and size, electronic fish catch reporting and auditing, advanced vessel ELOG system, integrated aquatic envir...
SRT Marine Systems is pleased announce the availability of its new range of next generation AIS transceiver OEM product solutions. The range covers all AIS product segments from Class A to Class B and SART, including both standard (2W-CSTDMA) and high powered (5W-SOTDMA) AIS Class B and as standard all are certified waterproof and manufactured to the highest standards using the finest materials for long term reliability. Next-gen AIS transceiver OEM products SRT’s unique HF-AIS core tec...
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...
H.E. Major General Abdullah bin Hassan Al Sulaiti, Commander of the Qatar Emiri Naval Forces, on behalf of His Excellency Lieutenant General (Pilot) Ghanem Bin Shaheen Al-Ghanem, Chief of General Staff of Qatar Armed Forces, inaugurated the exhibition of visiting warships that Qatar welcomed at Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2018) at Hamad Port, one of the largest ports in the Middle East. H.E visited the port and a number of warships in the presence of of...
HMM announces that it is adopting a cloud-based next-generation system. Cloud system is an information technology that is actively embraced in various industries, but concerns persisted as to various risks such as data security and leakage. However, as to the enhanced level of security, stability and cost-saving effects of cloud systems compared to the on-premise systems – where the user owns and voluntarily manages the server, data center, and resources – cloud adoption has been gr...
HMM announces that it launches a new Asia-North Europe Express (AEX) service in April. HMM opens a new Asia-North Europe loop in accordance with the increased demand for Express Service. AEX is an independent service operated by HMM outside of the strategic cooperation with 2M. In the meantime, HMM has utilised 2M’s vessel space in Europe trade. Last year, HMM’s handling volume dramatically increased to 4.03 million TEU, up more than 30% y.o.y mainly in Asia, US and Europe trades....
Wattentaxi is equipped with an environmentally-friendly COBRA battery system from Becker Marine Systems Innovative ideas for the Wadden Sea - with the new Wattentaxi, locals and visitors to the region have recently been able to make their individual travel arrangements for the first time. The modern ship operated by Watten Fährlinien GmbH impresses with its high level of environmental friendliness, to which the COBRA maritime battery system from ship supplier Becker Marine Systems makes a...
HMM has announced that its handling volume of US Premium Service has reached over 10,000 TEU, as of the end of January 2018. Since May 2017, HMM has provided US Premium Service in PS1, PS2, and PN2 routes, connecting Asia’s main ports with the US west coast, including Los Angeles and Tacoma. US Premium service With the Asia-US West Coast Premium service, customers can secure reliable cargo loading space, even in the peak season and have priority to discharge their cargoes, at the destina...
SRT VTS utilises Dynamic 3D to automatically display all elements of the maritime environment in real-time and fully in 3 dimensions. The system uses standard chart, AIS and other sensor data, leading to faster and vastly improved comprehension of maritime situations. This has led to its use by many maritime organisations – and in some highly emotive legal cases – resulting in significantly improved understanding of incidents and disasters and generally leading to more efficient and...
HMM has inked a long-term crude oil shipping contract, worth KRW 190 billion, with GS Caltex. Under the shipping deal, which was signed on February 1, 2018, HMM will transport a total of 19 million tons of crude oil, from the Middle East to South Korea, over a period of 5 years, starting from July 1, 2019 to August 31, 2024. HMM - GS Caltex partnership HMM plans to deploy two 300,000 DWT Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCC), previously ordered in September 2017 Accordingly, HMM plans to deploy tw...
