Vessels News – Page 99
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NewsTug deliveries and design round-up
This month’s round-up includes a European theme with three deliveries and a design proposal for the world’s first LNG-powered shallow-water push boat.
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NewsCaterpillar success in the US and Turkey
Caterpillar Marine has reported on collaboration for the next generation of tugs in the US and provided further details of its first Advanced Variable Drive tug built in Turkey.
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NewsETA assesses the European towage sector
The European Tugowners Association (ETA) and Dutch consultancy company ECORYS have produced a study revealing the true economic impact of the European towage sector.
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NewsMultiple order success for Schottel
Propulsion system manufacturer Schottel has announced orders for no fewer than 22 azimuth thrusters for tugs in China, Turkey, Poland and the US.
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NewsSerco and Briggs bid for Royal Navy contract
Outsourcing company Serco and maritime services provider Briggs Marine are teaming up to bid for the Royal Navy’s next generation of marine services.
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NewsISU responds to coronavirus outbreak
Members of the International Salvage Union (ISU) have stated their desire to maintain a service as usual status during the current global Coronavirus outbreak.
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NewsSalvage round-up
In addition to the operations mentioned in this edition other activities by the global salvage industry are also worth a mention.
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NewsDouble salvage success for BOA
Trondheim Norway-based BOA Offshore AS has provided details of its involvement in recent months in two complex salvage operations.
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NewsOre carrier stranded off Brazil
A major salvage operation is underway for a grounded and listing ore carrier off the coast of Brazil.
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NewsSchottel propulsion for LNG vessel
Schottel propulsion units will be fitted to what is believed to be the first German seagoing government agency vessel with low-emission LNG propulsion.
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NewsFPT committing to an electric future
FPT Industrial, an Italian company best known to ‘MJ’ readers for its marine diesel engines has acquired 100% of Potenza Technology, a UK company specialized in the design and development of electric and hybrid electric powertrain systems.
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NewsNew player in small electric outboard market
Following years of research, development and testing, Barrus is adding a new range of electric outboard motors to its Marine line-up.
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NewsGoing electric fast in Amsterdam
The authorities in the City of Amsterdam have decreed that boats with diesel engines will be banned from operating on the city’s canals by 2025 writes Dag Pike.
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Rolls revenue strong thanks to MTU
Rolls-Royce’s Power Systems business unit overcame difficult market conditions in 2019 and again succeeded in growing against the trend to deliver a strong full-year result.
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NewsThree new lithium ion batteries
Dutch battery major Mastervolt has announced the arrival of three new Lithium Ion battery models: the MLI Ultra 12/2750, 12/5500 and 24/5500.
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NewsCombining wind and solar power for ships
An innovative sail-assisted propulsion and solar power device for ships is now ready for demonstrations and further evaluation testing.
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NewsWind technology testing shows 30% CO2 saving
Recent testing of a wind technology project has confirmed at least 30% annual fuel and CO2 emissions saving for commercial shipping.
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NewsTug delivery roundup
With 12 new additions of note for the global tug family to report, this month’s round-up concentrates just on deliveries.
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NewsNew chairman for Daniel Adamson
After leading the ''Daniel Adamson'' restoration project for 16 years, the man who saved the 1903-built steam tug-tender from the breaker’s torch for £1 has stepped down as chairman.
