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Platform supply vessels go for filtration/UV BWT
Evac Evolution ballast water management systems (BWMS) are to be installed on two platform supply vessels operated by Harvey Gulf International, the US marine transportation company that specialises...
New spray filler for yacht builders
Superyacht builders and applicators can now benefit from revolutionary spray filler technology developed by AkzoNobel, which is all set to make waves in the industry. Part of the company’s Awlgrip range, Awlfair SF is a high-performance filler which can be applied by...
WInGD experts show engine roadmap for 2050 zero carbon
A WinGD panel invited journalists in London to a preview of their roadmap towards 2050 emissions targets. Reviewing the complex landscape of challenges to meeting the IMO deadline, Dr German Weisser, Senior Emissions & Sustainability Expert, outlined the difficulties...
Tests on biodiesel a potential game-changer
On the way to the goal of becoming completely emission free, Hurtigruten has as the first Norwegian cruise line started testing Biodiesel on board the ship MS Polarlys. This fuel can potentially reduce emissions with 95 percent. The world is on its way into a new era,...
Ten years of successful scrubber operations applauded
The Clean Shipping Alliance (CSA) 2020 has congratulated Danish ferry operator DFDS A/S for ten years of successful scrubber operation, with the exhaust gas cleaning system (EGCS) onboard the 37,939gt roro Ficaria Seaways achieving more than 50,000 running hours since...
Increased microbial from 2020 compliant fuels warned
LuminUltra, the microbial monitoring specialist, has highlighted important concerns over the quality of some compliant fuels as the shipping industry gears up towards meeting the International Maritime Organization’s sulphur cap, which enters into force in January....
NMDC opts for fleet-wide water-lubricated bearings
The National Marine Dredging Company has replaced the rubber cutter shaft bearings on the 89m dredger Al Khatem, marking a step closer to the Abu Dhabi-based dredging company’s fleet-wide conversion to Thordon Bearings’ seawater lubricated Composite cutterhead...
Study says “Improved performance” from hull coatings
Study demonstrates improved vessel power efficiency, reduced speed loss with PPG marine hull coatings PITTSBURGH, Nov. 12, 2019 – PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced results from a study that concluded vessels using its fouling release and antifouling coatings show...
OSV health check completed
A programme of engine health checks on generators on an OSV operated by oil and gas subsea support services firm Marine Platforms, has been completed by diesel power specialist Royston. Engineers from the company’s operation in Lagos undertook the work on the four...
SHELL white paper gives critical cylinder oil guidance
Shell Marine has published a new White Paper that offers ship owners and operators the critical guidance they need on cylinder oils and engine care to transition successfully through the IMO global cap on fuel sulphur content from January 1, 2020. ‘IMO 2020 Ready’...
Luminultra highlights BWT testing details
Microbiological monitoring equipment pioneer LuminUltra has advised the shipping industry of the importance of testing all sizes of ballast water organisms identified by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species....
PSA Marine signs frame agreement with Hydroniq Coolers
PSA Marine (Pte) Ltd has awarded Hydroniq Coolers a frame agreement which makes the Norwegian technology company the shipowner’s supplier of seawater cooling systems. PSA Marine is a fully-owned subsidiary company of PSA International Pte Ltd. The company’s flagship...
UK repair materials maker wins Class approvals
Leading UK based manufacturer of epoxy and polyurethane repair materials and coatings, Resimac, has been granted certification from Bureau Veritas for the supply of surface protection and cold repair products into the marine & offshore industry. Set up in 2009,...
Extra new 40 BN cylinder oil prevents deposit build-up by extra detergency for 2020 fuels
A Technical Seminar in Athens by LUKOIL Marine Lubricants has addressed the changes in engine lubrication that the shipping industry is facing because of the crucial legislative changes in 2020. Stefan Claussen, Technical and Marketing Director of LUKOIL Marine,...
Seals reduce maintenance time for OSVs
Thordon Bearings has reported success for a customer in the demanding offshore sector, with a bearing and seal installation in “perfect condition” after over three years of operation. Global Tiger, operated by UAE-based Global Marine Co is a 42m (138ft) crew/supply...
Self-indicating tank protection coating released
Nippon Paint Marine has added to its NOA range of self-indicating epoxy coatings with a new system specially developed to protect chemical and product carrier tanks from corrosion and cargo contamination. NOA PC 700, a phenolic/novolac-based epoxy, is resistant to a...