Feature: A Canadian Coast Guard upgrade

Feature: A Canadian Coast Guard upgrade

The Government of Canada is committed to providing the Canadian Coast Guard with the equipment it needs to carry out its important work, while providing economic opportunities for the Canadian marine sector. The purchase of three medium commercial icebreakers ensures...
New business development manager for Thordon

New business development manager for Thordon

Canadian-based Thordon Bearings, the global leader in environmentally safe propeller shaft bearings and seal systems, has appointed Michael Haraldsson to the role of Marine Business Development Manager. A native of Sweden, Haraldsson has more than 25 years of...
Cruise ships go hybrid

Cruise ships go hybrid

Through giant makeovers, three Hurtigruten vessels will be transformed to premium, hybrid powered expedition cruise ships. Equipped with battery packs and other green technology, the three ships will operate year-round expedition cruises along the Norwegian coast from...
Feature: Navalroche shipyard eyes the LPG boom

Feature: Navalroche shipyard eyes the LPG boom

Portugal’s Navalrocha shipyard is eyeing new work in the LPG product carrier and small-scale LNG markets following a busy first half year. Naval Rocha Commercial Director, Sergio Rodrigues (left) said the yard, located in the heart of Lisbon Harbour on the north bank...