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DryDock magazine is well received at SMM
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New Lubricant Blending-on-Board System for Greek and Cypriot markets
Piraeus-based Technava have commenced with the promotion of the Maersk Fluid Technology’s (MFT) SEA-Mate® Blending-on-Board (BOB) system as the official sales agent for the technology in Greece and Cyprus. Originally developed by Maersk for use on A.P Moller-Maersk...
Containership trio highlight upturn in activity at Gibdock
Gibdock’s success in attracting German shipowners to its facilities for shiprepair work continues to grow, with three German containerships docking at the Gibraltar yard within a six-week period during the last quarter of 2017. The Peter Döhle-owned, 2,785 teu Rita,...
Tank repairs completed underwater
Hydrex recently carried out a repair to a crack in the port side grey water tank of a 145m chemical tanker. The damage was permanently repaired by Hydrex technicians, using an insert, during the vessel’s routine port call in Amsterdam. The Hydrex team of...
Foreship predicts one third of shipping will opt for exhaust gas scrubbers
Shipowners weighing up their future marine fuel choices after the 2020 IMO 0.5% sulphur cap should also consider oil company expectations that up to 30% of commercial shipping will gravitate back to high sulphur fuel oil by 2030, according to leading naval...
Damen Shiprepair wins conversion contract for dual-fuel dredger
Damen Shiprepair & Conversion has been awarded a contract to undertake the conversion of a dredger to dual-fuel capability combining LNG and MGO. This will be the first conversion of its kind to take place in Europe. The contract was awarded by Rouen-based GIE...
Methanol and Marine Lubricants in a Lower Sulphur, Lower Emissions Future
Chevron Marine Lubricants has released the first in a series of new white papers focusing on innovations and developments impacting the fast-changing shipping industry. "Methanol and Marine Lubricants in a Lower Sulphur, Lower Emissions Future" explores the use of...
Guest Editorial: Developing an asbestos-free supply policy for ship owners
By John Chillingworth of Lucion Marine* Although asbestos has been banned from ships since July 2002, it is still very common for the material to be found in large numbers of vessels of all types. Indeed it is particularly concerning that asbestos continues to be...
Roxtec non-weld metal pipe seal now certified for use in aluminum structures
Further scope has been added to the Roxtec SPM seal. The non-weld metal pipe sealing solution is now certified for use in aluminum structures. The Roxtec SPM seal has received a warm welcome from shipyards, designers and engineers as it ensures safety and operational...
COSCO commits to Shell lubricants
Shell Marine has been awarded China Ocean Shipping (Group) Company’s (COSCO SHIPPING) largest marine lubricants order in 2017. This order will include the full range of marine lubricants and technical services for seven out of COSCO SHIPPING’S 10 new generation Ultra...
VOC loss reduction system introduced
The technology group Wärtsilä is introducing its Voyage Emissions Reduction (VER) system as a means for increasing oil tanker revenues, while also significantly aiding the environment through reduced emissions. The system effectively eliminates the problem of volatile...
31 MSC ships set for cargo system optimisation
MacGregor, part of Cargotec, has received orders to optimise the container carrying capabilities of 31 MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company vessels from six different ship series. The work is designed to optimise ships' cargo system productivity and earning potential....
ABS and RINA approve drone operator
RIMS BV recognized by ABS and RINA as external specialist for use of drones during surveys Robotics In Maintenance Strategies BV (RIMS) have received a certificate as a ‘Recognized External Specialist’ from ABS and RINA, for the use of Remote Inspection Techniques...
SMM industry survey suggests companies have more positive outlook and plans to invest
Reflecting the views of more than 2500 participants from 69 countries, many of whom hold senior positions in the maritime industry, the SMM Maritime Industry Report, prepared jointly by Hamburg Messe & Congress GmbH (HMC) as the organiser of SMM, and the market...
Vision for industry optimisation and waste reduction
At a press conference in London Wärtsilä outlined their view of developing changes in the shipping industry to bring increased value and optimisation with integrated smart systems and technology. Wärtsilä intends to lead the industry's transformation towards a Smart...
Balpure BWTS certification testing completed
De Nora, a market leading supplier of electrochlorination equipment, today announced that it has completed shipboard testing for its BALPURE® ballast water treatment system (BWTS), and intends to make its submission for United States Coast Guard (USCG) Type Approval...