Power & Propulsion – Page 56

  • The New UltraJet JetMaster 2 electronic control system has already been fitted to seven WFSVs this year
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    DNV certified control system for WFSVs

    2012-08-06T07:30:00Z

    Ultra Dynamics (UltraJet) has introduced the New UltraJet JetMaster 2 DNV Class approved electronic control system for Wind Farm Support Vessels (WFSV).

  • MarineDiesel is expanding into new areas and anticipates production doubling within the next 18 months
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    Marine diesel R&D delivers in Sweden

    2012-07-10T07:30:00Z

    To many, the words ''marine diesel'' are just a generic term for diesels engines for marine use, but MarineDiesel AB is a Swedish company that specialises in R&D for all manner of engineering requirements, writes Paul Lemmer.

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    PB Asher’s new Amsterdam workshop

    2012-07-10T07:30:00Z

    Southampton UK based PB Asher, which specialises in reconditioning fuel injection equipment for the maritime industry, has taken a novel approach to keeping its customers’ onboard.

  • This particular vessel required a propulsion system capable of generating maximum thrust
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    Propellers provide major thrust for Alfredo

    2012-07-06T07:30:00Z

    The motor ship Alfredo is among the vessels for which Italian manufacturer Eliche Radice has provided specially designed propeller and shaft lines.

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    Royston appointed UK service centre for Napier

    2012-07-06T07:30:00Z

    Diesel engineering specialist Royston Ltd has been appointed as the UK Service Centre for Napier Turbochargers.

  • The new lab will enable the R&D team to analyse both electrical and mechanical output and regeneration potential from an electrical propulsion system
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    New research lab promises propulsion solutions

    2012-07-06T07:30:00Z

    Mastervolt, the Netherlands based supplier of marine, solar and off-grid power products, has invested in a major new research laboratory to drive forward its quest for ever more efficient electrical generation and propulsion systems.

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    WFSV waterjets deal signed at Seawork

    2012-07-06T07:30:00Z

    Rolls-Royce secured a contract at the recent Seawork exhibition to supply water jets for four new wind farm support vessels to be built by South Boats for offshore company MPI.

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    Propulsion for another turbine installer

    2012-07-06T07:30:00Z

    The first A2SEA wind turbine installation vessel equipped with Voith Schneider Propellers and Voith Inline Thrusters is nearing completion.

  • The Danish-built Elflether Sand being equipped at workshops in Brake before entering service
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    Propulsion variety for new boats

    2012-07-05T16:42:00Z

    New boats for German and Swedish authorities reflect the wide range of propulsion systems being chosen to meet specialist coastal and inland waterway demands.

  • The Traktor jet is offered in five sizes that can accommodate engine powers from 150 to 700 hp
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    High thrust jets come to Europe

    2012-07-05T07:30:00Z

    A unique type of water jet system that has proved popular in the USA is now being marketed in Europe.

  • The main features of the ZF 5000 transmission series include improved gear module designs to meet current and foreseeable international survey society requirements
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    ZF introduces 5000 series marine transmission

    2012-07-04T07:15:00Z

    Recent Seawork exhibitor ZF Marine has positioned its new ZF 5000 series marine transmission to address today’s market requirements.

  • Wartsila’s Vesa Marttinen
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    Evening out the peaks and troughs

    2012-07-04T07:15:00Z

    The last few years have seen peaks and troughs for many commercial craft sectors on the edge or outside the wind farm industry, such as dredgers, ferries and shortsea operations.

  • During sea trials the Workcat achieved its targeted fuel efficiency
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    Stern gear gives economy to windfarm Workcat

    2012-07-04T07:15:00Z

    The latest launch from Blyth Workcats was recently on display at the Seawork exhibition in Southampton.

  • Beta Marine founding directors (from left) Ted Spash, Neil Carmichael MP for Stroud, Andrew Growcoot, Laurance Talbot and Paul Grigg
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    Beta Marine celebrates 25 years

    2012-07-04T07:15:00Z

    Beta Marine opened the doors of its Quedgeley UK headquarters recently to celebrate 25 years of successful business in the marine engine market.

  • The UltraJet 251HT gives boat builders an option for heavier boats, towing, or high bollard pull applications
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    High Thrust waterjet debuts at Seawork

    2012-07-03T07:31:00Z

    Cheltenham UK based propulsion systems manufacturer Ultra Dynamics introduced the UltraJet 251HT (High Thrust) specifically for lower speed craft at the recent Seawork exhibition.

  • The ‘Eco 1’ workboat is powered by a pair of Perkins marine diesel engines
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    New Perkins powered workboat

    2012-06-13T17:03:00Z

    A new environmental workboat built by Croatia''s Diva Mariner d.o.o., has been powered with a pair of Perkins marine diesel engines.

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    Jubilee Clips Save Charity Boats' Budget

    2012-05-21T18:19:00Z

    The Seagull Trust is a recognised charity providing free canal cruising for over 12,700 disabled people in Scotland each year, including 1,670 wheelchair users.

  • Modern engines such as the Wartsila 46F are far cleaner and more economical than those of 20 years ago.
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    20 Years of Marine Propulsion

    2012-05-21T18:19:00Z

    20 years does not seem a long time in marine propulsion. Most of the ships that were new, or recently launched, in 1987 are still afloat today. Like the vast majority of present day ships, they have a single main engine driving a shaft and propeller, either direct or through ...

  • Clements Hyperform blades were chosen for Orca III.
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    Popular stern gear on show at Seawork

    2012-05-21T18:19:00Z

    Seawork exhibitor Clements Marine has supplied all the stern gear and propellers to one of the latest launches to emerge from Ireland based workboat builder Safehaven Marine.

  • The vessel can reach speeds of 40 km/hr with its triple Caterpillar engines driving triple UltraJet High Thrust Waterjets.
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    High Thrust push for Bremen’s new fireboat

    2012-05-21T18:19:00Z

    Following successful trials, the new 23.9m Damen Fire Fighting/Police Patrol vessel Bremen 1 has been handed over to its new owner, the Free Hanseatic City of Bremen.