News 2-4 – Page 75
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NewsNew take on the diesel outboard boasts rugged simplicity
A novel type of diesel outboard that will challenge the existing engines currently on the market has been developed by Hyundai Seasall writes Dag Pike.
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NewsElectric ferry as bridge alternative
A commuter ferry powered by a pair of 8kW electric motors could provide a carbon neutral alternative to building an expensive new bridge writes Dag Pike.
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NewsDelivery and order round-up
The drive for tug fleet renewal and upgrades shows no sign of abating with 13 deliveries and eight orders reported, most with a significant European involvement.
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NewsWorld’s first hydrogen tug for Antwerp
Port of Antwerp has ordered a hydrogen-powered tug that will be first of its type in the world and the lowest-rated for emissions on the market.
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NewsBourbon tug lost battling hurricane Lorenzo
A rescue operation was launched recently after a Luxembourg-flagged anchor-handling tug was lost while battling hurricane Lorenzo off Martinique.
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NewsKotug commences Port Hedland operations
Additional information surrounding delivery of nine advanced Rotortugs mentioned briefly last month invites a closer look at the Australian operation they are now serving.
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NewsWind propulsion project proves eco-efficiency
A wind propulsion project onboard a tanker has resulted in over 8% fuel savings, equivalent to approximately 1,400t of CO2.
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NewsOffshore JUV boosted by powerful propulsion
A new offshore jack-up installation vessel (JUV) designed to support the renewable energy industry in building future offshore wind farms will feature a powerful propulsion solution.
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John Deere offers new hybrid-friendly marine engine rating
John Deere Power Systems has announced the upcoming release of a PowerTech 6090SFM85 rating for hybrid vessels with diesel power.
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NewsSSCV completes first project
A semi-submersible crane vessel (SSCV) has successfully completed its first project aided by a robust electric power and propulsion system.
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NewsEast of England dry dock busy with ship repair
A UK ship repairer has beaten records on dry dock utilization rates thanks to major engineering and fabrication projects.
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NewsHydrogen fuelled engines
A new joint venture aims to commercialise dual fuel diesel/ hydrogen engines as well as mono-fuel hydrogen engines for vessel propulsion writes Dag Pike.
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NewsThe world’s most successful azimuth thruster
One of world’s leading manufacturers of marine propulsion systems, announced the 1,000th reference for its leading tug propulsion system.
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NewsEngine manufacturer takes stake in wind propulsion
As further demonstration of the fast-moving energy transition, one of the biggest names in ship propulsion engines has just signed a service cooperation agreement with a wind propulsion specialist.
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NewsFuel cells for cruise ships
A new project has been launched to develop a new generation of much larger fuel cells for use on seagoing vessels.
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NewsPowerful propulsion for eco ferry
The largest electric-hybrid ferry in Sweden is powered by two electric-driven POD propulsion units which enable it to operate with ease on a busy maritime route.
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NewsAIP for wind energy hard sail system
Approval In Principle (AIP) has been obtained for the design of a hard sail system which converts wind energy to propulsive force with a telescopic hard sail.
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NewsPhysical testing for propulsion research
Teignbridge Propellers recently invited a group of exclusive members of the marine community to experience the state of the art ‘HRV1’ research vessel in action.
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NewsDelivery and order round-up
There are no fewer than 16 deliveries to report this month, eight of which are a series of Rotortugs for the same owner from two yards in Vietnam and China.
