Coronavirus: a catalyst for change?

The Naval Architect: April 2020

Disruption in the transport and logistics sector could be accelerated dramatically by the coronavirus pandemic, according to one tech specialist.

Collaborative project aims for biofuel-powered ship trials

The Naval Architect: April 2020

Kvasir Technologies, a partner of Danish joint industry initiative ShippingLab, has been working with shipping company Norden to develop a liquefaction-based biofuel.

The job in hand

Offshore Marine Technology: 1st Quarter 2020

Pilots using SEAMOR Marine’s range of ROVs can now use a handheld control pendant to operate these assets, granting them a greater degree of freedom of movement.

Modular approach for OSV 9020

Offshore Marine Technology: 1st Quarter 2020

Damen’s new concept vessel has been designed to offer customisation on top of a “conceptual standard platform”. 

Havyard calls in help for 833 WE

Offshore Marine Technology: 1st Quarter 2020

Havyard has outsourced completion of the 89.7m PSV Atlantic Harrier to Kleven Verft, in a bid to get the delayed ship delivered to its new Canadian owner this summer.

Victory in sight

Offshore Marine Technology: 1st Quarter 2020

Island Offshore’s latest deepwater installation vessel has demonstrated a bollard pull of 477tonnes in sea trials.

The marine casualties of COVID-19

Leading Ladies

Ship & Boat International: eNews March/April 2020

Indian shipbuilder Chowgule & Co has delivered the first two of a series of 98m general purpose cargo vessels to Dutch owner and manager Wijnne Barends.

First Bilgin 263 ready for action

Ship & Boat International: eNews March/April 2020

Bilgin Yacht's new series is billed as the largest yacht type constructed in Turkey to date.

An eye for trouble

Ship & Boat International: eNews March/April 2020

The yacht sector has become increasingly keen to investigate advanced surveillance systems.

AI opportunities in the wind power zone

Ship & Boat International: eNews March/April 2020

The offshore wind farm support sector is shaping up to be a fertile breeding ground for new AI and drone solutions.

Wartsilä to supply Norwegian cruise ships with hybrid scrubbers

Shiprepair & Maintenance: April 2020

Technology giant Wärtsilä will provide specialised hybrid scrubber system packages for two cruise vessels owned and operated by NCL

Hydrex responds to emergency repair in Phuket

Shiprepair & Maintenance: April 2020

While operating in Phuket on an existing vessel, underwater repair company Hydrex responded to a vessel experiencing emergency grounding damage.

Jotun launches hull cleaning robot technology

Shiprepair & Maintenance: April 2020

Norwegian coatings expert Jotun has launched its Hull Skating Solutions (HSS), which includes a robotic machine that proactively cleans a ships hull while the vessel is in transit.

Stena calls out 'ageist' tanker market

The Naval Architect: March 2020

Danish operator Stena Bulk is calling the discrimination towards older tankers outdated and is suggesting that there are better ways of evaluating vessel performance

Laser-engraved metal emulates shark skin

The Naval Architect: March 2020

An EU-sponsored project to develop an ultrafast laser system that is the latest technology to attempt to replicate the hydrophobic capabilities of natural structures.

Finnish shipbuilding cluster risks putting its many eggs in one basket

The Naval Architect: March 2020

Passenger ships, including cruise ship and ferries, are the main focal point for Finnish shipping companies despite concerns of single sector risks

Emulsified methanol as two-stroke fuel

The Naval Architect: March 2020

MAN’s ME-LGI engine platform, with its diesel pilot injection concept, offers scope for methanol/water blend.

Cryogenic technology project keeps its cool over carbon targets

The Naval Architect: March 2020

Could decarbonICE, a carbon capture and storage technology, be a key player in the future of carbon neutral shipping?

To the VICTA the spoils: high-speed craft can also operate whilst submerged

Warship Technology: March 2020

A company formed to make available a wealth of design knowledge, technical skills and intellectual property developed through involvement in Britain’s attempt to win back the America’s Cup has joined forces with SubSea Craft Limited to develop an innovative platform designed to operate at speed on the surface and transition to sub-surface operation when required

Gerald R Ford passes aircraft compatibility tests but concerns remain

Warship Technology: March 2020

Despite recent successes, much remains to be done to make the US Navy’s next-generation aircraft carrier ready for its intended roles

Missed milestones raise concerns about Australia's Future Submarine Programme

Warship Technology: March 2020

The Australian Department of Defence has rejected fresh criticism of the Royal Australian Navy’s Future Submarine programme and insists that recent delays during the design process are ‘recoverable.’

Nuclear infrastructure projects 'poorly managed'

Warship Technology: March 2020

The UK Ministry of Defence has failed to learn from problems with other nuclear-related programmes and projects associated with its fleet of ballistic missile submarines are costing more than they should.

Simple stuff

Ship & Boat International: eNews February 2020

Ad Hoc Marine Designs (AHMD) has teamed up with Due South Designs Ltd, a venture set up by former South Boats owner Clive Jeffery, to offer a “no-nonsense” range of catamaran CTVs for the offshore wind farm sector.

ROV surveillance, in any direction

Ship & Boat International: eNews February 2020

Robotics developer Chasing has launched a omnidirectional observation ROV, monikered the M2.

Triton embarks on sea trials

Ship & Boat International: eNews February 2020

February has seen Heesen Yachts commence sea trials for its 50m Steel Class yacht, referred to as ‘Project Triton’

Damen revamps decades-old classic

Ship & Boat International: eNews February 2020

Several key improvements have been realised in one of Damen’s most popular designs of versatile, small cargo vessel, which can now be obtained ‘off-the-shelf’ within months.

Offshore vessel to be converted to run on ammonia-powered fuel cell

Shiprepair & Maintenance: 1st Quarter 2020

EU funding has been confirmed for a potentially significant environmental retrofit

Nico consolidates market position

Shiprepair & Maintenance: 1st Quarter 2020

Afloat repair activity is relatively buoyant across a number of different market segments.

Market responds positively to Colombo Dockyard initiative

Shiprepair & Maintenance: 1st Quarter 2020

A new afloat repair service, launched officially last year in Sri Lanka, has proved highly successful.

Developing a winning formula

Shiprepair & Maintenance: 1st Quarter 2020

Norway-based Yara Marine says market trends demonstrate that owners who have opted for scrubber retrofits are emerging as clear winners.

Alfa Laval strengthens bulk carrier partnership

Shiprepair & Maintenance: 1st Quarter 2020

The company is nearing completion of a major retrofit project for the Greek shipowner, Safe Bulkers, and is looking to forge a longer-term alliance with the bulk carrier operator.

Expedition cruising puts seakeeping in spotlight

The Naval Architect: February 2020

Kari Reinikainen investigates the seakeeping demands that expedition cruise ships face in rough conditions at sea.

Combating climate change: can naval architects do more?

The Naval Architect: February 2020

Complex floating structures are the answer to the global climate change crisis, argues Lim Soon Heng, founder and president of the Singapore-based Society of Floating Solutions.

China fully prepared for sulphur cap

The Naval Architect: February 2020

In compliance with IMO’s sulphur cap and the country’s ongoing environmental protection efforts, China has outlined clear the regulatory requirements for low sulphur usage in its waters.