Australian Ports News Vol 5 No 15

March 2016 Volume 5 No. 15

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Darwin ship lift project enters request for proposal phase

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HE Northern Territory is one step closer to developing a significant new marine maintenance industry at East Arm following the shortlisting of five proponents.

Chief Minister Adam Giles said 13 expressions of interest had been received to develop a ship lift facility following 42 registrations of interest and 23 briefings by the department.

An advisory committee was established which included representatives from Defence and Border Force, as well as commercial and legal advisors and department officials.

The advisory committee provided observations to an evaluation committee which included senior Northern Territory Government officials supported by a marine engineering expert who provided technical advice.

Five shortlisted proponents have been invited to proceed to the detailed request for proposal phase: • BSE Maritime with Civmec, GHD and Initiative Capital; • Darwin Marine Centre comprising Capella Capital and Lendlease; • East Arm Marine Consortium comprising Thales, McConnell Dowell, Sitzler and Jacobs; • earl Marine Engineering with KBR, SMEC, Bhagwan Marine and Macquarie Capital; and • UGL with Norship Marine. “This ship lift project will catalyse the creation of a new major industry dedicated to marine services which has the potential to drive the development of prime industrial land at East Arm to support the defence, oil and gas, coastal barging and logistics sectors,â€? he said. “At full capacity, our marine industries are projected to support up to 4500 full time jobs and inject around $3.5 billion into the Territory economy. “The Northern Territory Government is prepared to invest up to $100 million to the project costs and has commenced consultation with Defence,

Adam Giles Chief Minister of the Northern Territory

Border Force and industry to secure local marine maintenance commitments that would underpin the ship lift. “The Government intends to enter into project agreements with and announce a successful preferred proponent for the project in July.�

Mr Giles said a ship lift would have the capacity to raise large sea vessels from water on to dry land for repairs and maintenance works. “The facility will be designed to accommodate boats more than 90 metres in length, including the new fleet of patrol vessels currently being procured by the Defence Force,� he said. “A ship lift facility in Darwin would allow locally based Defence and Border Force vessels to be serviced here instead of being transported to Singapore or interstate for repairs and maintenance works. “It is this sort of infrastructure that will drive local industry, keep work in the hands of Territorians and establish Darwin as the prime location for marine maintenance and servicing facilities in Northern Australia. “Foreign Investment Review Board officials have been briefed on the project and the Northern Territory Government will continue to keep them informed throughout the process. “It’s all part of the Country Liberals’ plan to create opportunities to deliver more jobs, better services and improve our unique way of life here in the Territory.�

Eastland Port records busiest ever month in February A record 260,000 tonnes of logs were exported from Eastland Port during February, almost as much as an entire year’s throughput a decade ago.

In the past month, 259,081 tonnes of logs and 5,580 tonnes of squash were handled by the port, a total cargo of 264,608 tonnes. “That’s our best month ever,� says Eastland Port general manager, Andrew Gaddum. “Incredibly, this month’s log volume is only 54,000 shy of the entire year’s volume in 2006.�

Mr Gaddum says 13 log ships, two squash ships and four cruise ships visited during February. “We’ve certainly been very busy, especially when it was only a 29 day month. And March is shaping up to be another good month too. “Our busiest previous month was August 2013, when 234,000 tonnes went across the port. October last year was also busy, with 232,000 tonnes,� he says. “Eastland Port is proud to be the country’s most efficient logging port. We’ve worked hard with our customers and suppliers to introduce systems and processes that make sure we’re moving logs as

efficiently as possible. Every single log is barcoded and scanned in and out, and an individual log stays an average of just eight days on port.�

Eastland Group bought the port from Gisborne District Council in 2003 and has steadily grown export volumes – mostly raw logs – from 480,000 tonnes in 2003 to a record 2.28 million tonnes in 2014.

Group chief executive, Matt Todd, says the company has spent around $75 million on capital enhancements since 2010, and plans to invest just as significantly over the next five years to accommodate customer projections for forestry harvest.

Recently-completed projects include the $11 million redevelopment of the upper log yard and the introduction of a world class water treatment system. “The East Coast forestry industry continues to grow, providing opportunity and employment for our entire region. Eastland Group’s aim is to provide excellent infrastructure to support regional economic development,� says Mr Todd.

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LYTTELTON PORT OF CHRISTCHURCH ARRIVAL OF NEW PILOT LAUNCH ‘AWAROA’

New Pilot Launch Another Step in Building Thriving Port

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ERVICES at Lyttelton Port of Christchurch (LPC) have taken another step forward with the arrival of a new pilot launch.

“Having a state of the art new launch is part of our plan to provide the best service we can for vessels visiting Lyttelton,” said LPC Chief Executive Peter Davie.

The 15.6 metre launch is the first of its kind in New Zealand. It features the latest safety and navigational aids and is the best design for the work and conditions in Lyttelton harbour.

The same launch design is operating in many Australian and European ports and has an excellent track record.

“Lyttelton Harbour requires a vessel capable of operating in high swells and strong winds and the launch provides a new level of safety for our Marine Pilots who travel on it to meet and board ships at the harbour entrance.”

The new launch is a more stable platform for a Pilot to step from to reach the ladder running up the side of the ship being boarded, particularly in rough sea conditions. After getting onto the ladder and climbing it to reach the vessel’s deck, the LPC Pilot provides navigational assistance on the ship’s bridge to help it manoeuvre up the harbour and berth at the Port. (Video LPC Marine Pilot boarding a ship: https://vimeo. com/143076853) The new launch replaces the 12 metre ‘Canterbury’ which has been operating at the Port since 1992.

“The Canterbury has given sterling service but our new launch is a significantly more capable vessel. It has a higher helm position with greater visibility, wider side-decks giving safer access for crew, and the ability to selfright and be immediately operative.”

LPC’s new Pilot Launch ‘Awaroa’

The launch was named ‘Awaroa’ at a ceremony at Lyttelton Port (20 February).

‘Awaroa’ is the name Maori gave the northern headland at the entrance to Lyttelton Harbour, called Godley Head by Europeans.

On 9 January this year the ‘Awaroa’ left Melbourne and motored to New Zealand, arriving in Bluff five days later and in Lyttelton Port on 18 January. It is a design by French Naval Architects Pantocarene, and built by Hart Marine Ltd in its Mornington factory in Victoria, Australia. Survey and registration of the vessel have been completed and the launch is now in service.

“Earlier last month (4 February) we officially opened our new $85 million Cashin Quay 2 wharf which is a milestone in our development.

The wharf and our new launch are examples of how we are growing services to meet future demand and ensure Lyttelton Port is the South Island’s major international freight gateway.”

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Above: LPC Chief Executive Peter Davie with the launch at the naming ceremony

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LYTTELTON PORT OF CHRISTCHURCH ARRIVAL OF NEW PILOT LAUNCH ‘AWAROA’

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UCH is the supreme confidence in its own manufactured product that Hart Marine didn’t think twice about personally delivering its latest ORC Pilot Boat, the ‘Awaroa’ to the customer. Even though it would require a 1400 nautical mile trip from Melbourne to the east coast of New Zealand, sailing across two infamous and unpredictable oceans in a 15.6 metre vessel.

Bass Strait and the Tasman Sea are both capable of throwing giant cruise ships around if the mood strikes them so on the surface, a mere pilot launch would appear to offer little resistance in the face of these mighty seas.

Of course, such a notion of weakness would deny reality. The ORC Pilot Boat was designed and built exactly for this purpose; to take on and beat the roughest of angry seas. After all, pilots face an unpredictable environment when they leave safe harbour to welcome and guide ships

to our ports. It’s why the French designed boat built by Hart Marine became the global solution and one that continues to safeguard the lives of pilots throughout the world.

General Manager of Hart Marine, Graham Taylor simply saw the delivery process as business as usual when he organised the four man crew to complete the task.

“This was to be our first pilot boat delivery to New Zealand so it was an important occasion and what better way to highlight it than to

deliver the Awaroa by sea with our own crew to our client, Lyttleton Port of Christchurch (LPC) “We have every confidence in the design and build process which we employ so as far as I was concerned, regardless of any conditions encountered it was just another day in the office for the crew.

“The ORC Pilot Boat is designed to minimise the effect of dramatic wave movements and the cabin is a very comfortable and stress free place to be particularly, when you know that the vessel will automatically right itself in an absolute, worst case scenario.

“So we knew that even though it would take a week to make the trip, no matter what mood the ocean was in, it wouldn’t matter to ‘Awaroa’ or our crew.”

Following the successful delivery a very delighted LPC Chief Executive Peter Davie stated; “Lyttelton Harbour requires a vessel capable of operating in high swells and strong winds and the launch provides a new level of safety for our Marine Pilots who travel on it to meet and board ships at the harbour entrance.”

The launch was officially named ‘Awaroa’ at a ceremony at Lyttelton Port on 20th February 2016. ‘Awaroa’ is the Maori name for the northern headland at the entrance to Lyttelton Harbour.

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LYTTELTON PORT OF CHRISTCHURCH ARRIVAL OF NEW PILOT LAUNCH ‘AWAROA’

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EGS Survey Pty Ltd undertakes the annual Darwin Port mapping

All images courtesy of Darwin Port Operations and EGS Survey Pty Ltd

Perth and Sydney based Hydrographic Survey Group EGS Survey Pty Ltd undertake the annual Darwin Port high resolution mapping of berths, shipping channels and anchorages wider swath widths and greater productivity than previous surveys completed in the area with other single head systems. For example, in areas with less than 5m water depth swath widths of 40m+ were achieved whilst maintaining the uncertainty budget.

The dual swath capability allowed survey speeds of 10 knots and above whilst still ensuring along track data density. To verify data density was being achieved a 0.5m x 0.5m artificial target was positioned on the seabed and surveyed at 8-10 knots at various offsets. Due to the dual swath capability, up to 32 hits on the target were logged with each pass.

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In 2015 Darwin Port managed 2582 piloted vessels. This includes 65 cruise ships and cargo vessels carrying over 3,423,680 tonnes of goods.

EGS Survey Pty Ltd have undertaken the Darwin Port’s annual bathymetry monitoring program utilising their newly acquired Kongsberg dual head EM2040 multibeam echosounder. Vertical uncertainty of better than ±0.10m was achieved for this underkeel clearance survey.

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MHS Mk1 2D Marine Reflection Seismic System, based on the well proven Offshore Oil Industry 2D Seismic System was built around a 75 metre Hydrophone Streamer Array and a Mini Air-gun energy source which achieved a seabed penetration depth of 50 metres and provided Compressional P-Wave Velocity data for the sub seabed material interfaces. The use of the Air-gun energy source required approval under the EPBC Act for the operation of low powered marine seismic devices and obtaining the required approval caused a significant delay.

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and is designed to achieve high resolution sub bottom profiles within 20 metres seabed penetration.

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Gas-filled fine sediments Silts and soft clays Stiff clays Loose to dense sands Cemented sands Loose gravels, cemented gravels Younger limestone (reef) Older limestone (reef) Calcarenite, siliceous calcarenite Boulders/broken rock in sand Weathered sandstone/shale Fresh sandstone/shale Fresh Granite Fresh Basalt Fresh Metamorphics

Seismic Line Run 1 (90) November 2009 Processed

Seismic Line Run 1 (90) November 2009 Reduced to Datum

Seismic Velocity (m/s) 800-1400 1500-1600 1700-1900 1600-1800 1900-2400 1800-2400 2200-3500 2500-6000 2000-3700 1900-4000 1900-2500 2700-4300 4300-5800 3000-6500 3000-7000

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HMAS Townsville sails north for restoration works HMAS Townsville was moved under tow from Ross Creek to Cairns recently for refurbishment works to bring the vessel back to her glory days.

In a joint project between the Townsville Maritime Museum, Port of Townsville Limited (POTL), and the Royal Australian Navy, the vessel will spend approximately four months at the Norship Dockyard in Cairns.

Restoration works will include blasting, sanding, sealing underwater openings and a new paint job.

The vessel will return to Townsville in 2016 to take up her place as a star attraction at the Townsville Maritime Museum.

Townsville Maritime Museum Chair Brad Webb said that the transfer of the vessel was an exciting milestone in the restoration project which had been in the planning stages for around five months.

“The addition of the HMAS Townsville as a centrepiece attraction for the Maritime Museum will be a huge boost that will attract not only tourists but locals as well who are curious to find out more about the vessel that carries their city’s name,” he said.

The movement of HMAS Townsville is a multi-agency operation with Navy, Army Water Transport, Queensland Water Police, Maritime Safety Queensland, the Port of Townsville and local business Pacific Marine Group all donating their time and resources to ensure the safe passage of the vessel from her current location to get vital repair and refurbishment works.

“Hundreds of thousands of dollars of in-kind support is being committed to this project by so many Government agencies and local business; and without it the Maritime Museum could not

embark on such a big restoration project,” said Mr Webb.

“Townsville City Council also committed $100,000 to this project and the Museum is incredibly grateful of that sizeable contribution.”

Lieutenant Commander Peter Mellick said that the RAN was incredibly proud to be participating in the restoration project for a vessel that is such an important part of North Queensland’s history.

LCDR Mellick is the Navy Harbour Master and Naval Pilot who moved the vessel out of Ross Creek in Townsville and into the dock at Norship.

“This vessel was gifted by Navy to the city of Townsville in 2007 when she was decommissioned after 26 years of service. She served her entire career based out of Cairns and many of her former crew are still in uniform,” he said.

“One former crew member, Leading Seaman Charlie Barmettler, was an Able Seaman on HMAS Townsville and now works at HMAS Cairns. LS Barmettler is embarked in the POTL tug conducting the tow, and his experience in Fremantle Class Patrol Boats will be invaluable.”

Port of Townsville Limited Chief Executive Officer Ranee Crosby said that the port was delighted to partner with the Museum on this important project for the city by providing staff and expertise to arrange project management, engineering assessments, planning and environmental approvals and other services.

“The Townsville will be a wonderfully unique attraction and a distinctive feature within the Waterfront Priority Development Area, and we are thrilled to be helping to get the vessel the refurbishments she so clearly deserves.”

About HMAS Townsville • 42 metres in length • A Fremantle-class patrol boat (FCPB 205) of the Royal Australian Navy was laid down in 1979 and commissioned into the RAN in 1981. Built at NQEA in Cairns.

• She was assigned to naval base HMAS Cairns during her service and was primarily assigned to fisheries protection and border control operations in northern Australian waters.

• Was deployed to Fiji in 1987 as part of Operation Morris Dance.

• In 1998 the patrol boat intercepted a vessel carrying Cambodian refugees off Bathurst Island which was sinking and rescued 45 men, 17 women and 17 children.

• In 1995 the vessel participated in celebrations of the 50th anniversary of the end of World War II in the Pacific theatre.

• Was decommissioned in 2007.

MSI to Deliver 3 AXYS Technologies Buoys to Assist Safe Passage Through the Port of Melbourne - Australasia’s Largest Maritime Hub

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ETOCEAN Services International (MSI) has signed a contract with Port of Melbourne Corporation for two TRIAXYS™ directional wave buoys and an AXYS WatchKeeper™ current, wave and met buoy. All 3 buoys will be built by AXYS Technologies in British Columbia, Canada, before being freighted directly to the Port of Melbourne.

The Port of Melbourne is Australasia’s largest maritime hub for containerised, automotive and general cargo. It is a key economic asset for businesses and people across Victoria and southeastern Australia. With 2.6 million containers

and 350,000 new motor vehicles handled each year, safe passage is paramount for the 3,000 ships that visit annually. The AXYS buoys will be a key component in providing real time current, wave and meteorological data to the

Above: AXYS WatchKeeper buoy in Honduras

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port management system covering 100,000 hectares of port waters.

The TRIAXYS™ Directional Wave Buoy is a solar-powered precision instrument incorporating advanced technologies that make it an easy-to-use, reliable and rugged buoy for accurate measurement of directional waves. The sensor unit is comprised of three accelerometers, three rate gyros, a fluxgate compass, and the proprietary TRIAXYS™ Processor.

The AXYS WatchKeeper™ buoy is a 1.7m diameter polyethylene buoy specifically designed for deployments in coastal areas, lakes,

reservoirs and rivers. The WatchKeeper™ hull is internationally proven as an aid to navigation (AToN) and can be deployed in water depths from 20m to 500m.Custom configurable with a wide range of sensors for monitoring meteorological and oceanographic parameters, it derives its wave data from the same sensor unit that is in the TRIAXYS™.

The systems being delivered to the Port of Melbourne Corporation will be fitted with radio and cellular telemetry systems as well as ISatPro for WatchCircle monitoring and terrestrial telemetry if required.

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ASTLAND Port’s $12 million makeover of the upper log yard is the culmination of seven years of consultation and planning, said Eastland Group chief executive, Matt Todd.

Mr Todd said the additional storage provided by the new yard was badly needed, with log harvest in this region estimated to reach more than 3.5 million tonnes annually over the next few years.

“While Eastland Port is already recognised as the most efficient log handling port in the country, this project has been driven by our customers’ requirements for an even more efficient port. Log export volumes have grown from 350,000 tonnes in 2005 to 2.3 million tonnes in 2015. Forestry is an industry that continues to grow, providing opportunity and employment for our whole region.

“The log yard is an investment for the future of the forestry industry and therefore for the prosperity of the entire region.”

Eastland Port general manager, Andrew Gaddum, said the upper log yard’s footprint had been expanded to 2.4 hectares and, once

operational, would boost total log storage area on port to 12.2 hectares or over 120,000 tons. A world class storm water treatment system was another significant benefit of the new log yard, and included two lamella clarifier systems which could each treat up to fifty cubic meters of water an hour.

“The minute it starts raining the water treatment system starts working. As part of this project we’ve also put in a third concrete pad for another clarifier, just in case we need it in future. Looking ahead, the outcome for our local environment is a whole lot better, and we’ll implement a regime of testing to ensure compliance with the Council’ requirements.”

Mr Gaddum thanked lead contractor Downer and the numerous local subcontractors for both the quality of the work and their commitment to maintaining a safe work site throughout the nine month construction project.

“This has been a huge undertaking involving many people, heavy machinery and vehicles.

Together with Downer, we’re proud of the fact we’ve spent more than 34,000 man hours on this project and not one person has suffered a Medical Treatment or Lost-Time Injury.”

Above: Eastland Port’s trailer hoist safety day in September was a chance for truck drivers to brush up on their safety knowledge, and also an opportunity for the company to spread its safety message.

Pictured here is Eastland Group’s health, safety & environment manager Jarred Moroney, and Dave Pardoe, representing the Log Transport Safety Council

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Eastland Port’s health and safety initiative replicated by others A health and safety induction process for truck drivers using the trailer hoist at Eastland Port has received the ultimate compliment – after seeing the port’s online video, Wellington’s CentrePort plans to develop a similar system.

The chief executive of Eastland Group which owns the port, Matt Todd, says a company-wide focus on improving health and safety led to the introduction of two innovative online video inductions for all port users.

“Our aim is to make sure that everyone on every Eastland Group site is safe. That means anyone using the port needs to be aware of the hazards and risks in the area, and how to operate equipment properly. We were looking for more effective ways to allow a number of people to understand the safety procedures, without having to take them wandering around the actual site.”

Both an overall ‘introduction to Eastland Port’ video and the trailer hoist video were shot using a drone. The first video includes aerial footage of the port’s operational areas as well as audio of the emergency alarm, and instructions on emergency muster points, secure areas, smoking areas and bathroom facilities.

The trailer hoist video features a driver demonstrating safe use of the hoist. Mr Todd said all port users must watch the video online at the company’s website, then complete a multi-choice questionnaire. Truck drivers who

Above: Top to bottom - Before, during and after construction of the new upper log yard

receive a 100 percent pass rate are then issued a Dallas tag which electronically unlocks access to the trailer hoist.

“To date we’ve had a fantastic response from the drivers themselves, and from the companies which employ them,” said Mr Todd.

“It’s nice that CentrePort like this enough to do their own version and we’re happy to share the script and questionnaire we developed.

It’s essential that industries work together to improve the safety of those that are at risk, but our primary focus is on reducing the potential for accidents for those that use our hoist.”

Mr Todd thanked Pacific Haulage for their help in making the trailer hoist video.

He added that while Eastland Group had implemented electronic health and safety inductions for Eastland Port’s entire site, it was also close to introducing similar initiatives for its debarking operations in Gisborne and Northland, and for its geothermal plant near Kawerau.

As a further commitment to health and safety, Eastland Port hosted a trailer hoist safety day in September 2015. The company gave demonstrations of equipment, answered questions and provided a barbecue for various companies involved in the forestry industry. Mr Todd said he hoped the event would become a regular one.

Eastland Port’s health & safety induction videos are online at: www.eastland.nz/eastland-group/about-us/ health-safety Australian Ports News - Page 11

Konecranes Drive Technology to a Safer Workplace

By Kevin Glancy

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S a designer and manufacturer of cranes and lift trucks, Konecranes is a global auto-giant with a reputation for excellence achieved throughout a journey that has lasted more than one hundred years.

Perhaps the one thing that has set Konecranes apart from its competitors has been the huge investment that the company has continually made in research and development. At Konecranes there has always been a design emphasis on applying the most advanced technology to its range of products with a primary focus on improving fleet efficiency and safety.

In Australia, United Forklift and Access Solutions are the exclusive agents for the range of Konecranes Forklifts, container handlers and reach stackers. Mark Versaci, Marketing and CRM Administrator for the company couldn’t wish for a better product. As he explains.

“Prior to adding any addition to their fleet, Fleet Managers want to be confident that the lift trucks they purchase will do the job that they are required to do, are reliable and efficient in all conditions. They also want to ensure operational safety for those who drive their trucks.

“We are fortunate that we can reciprocate that confidence in the lift trucks we sell. We know that the Konecranes product is probably second to none in terms of reliability, safety and efficiency and more importantly, systems like TRUCONNECT® and NearGuard are designed to enhance that outcome and are available throughout the range.”

For Fleet Managers TRUCONNECT® is the ideal management system. It’s a remote monitoring and reporting system geared towards producing operational efficiency for the total fleet under the manager’s control.

It allows the Fleet Manager to track the real usage of each lift truck through a remote connection that provides an online view and periodic PDF reports. With that knowledge the manager knows exactly what each lift truck is doing and this allows better scheduling of maintenance actions that may be required and ensures that fleet operation time can be maximised and downtime is minimised.

How it works is that a conditioning monitoring unit collects operating and usage data for each lift truck and transmits it to the Konecranes Remote Data Centre through a mobile connection.

This information is then organised, analysed and compiled into online reports. The Fleet manager or lift truck owner has 24/7 access to the Konecranes, password protected Customer

Above: Nearguard Safety Page 12 - Australian Ports News

Konecranes Truconnect® Portal. This provides an online view and regular written reports on the lift truck’s usage as well as any issues that are detected related to production efficiency or safety concerns.

TRUCONNECT® can also optimise each lift truck operation by identifying where TRUCONNECT® enables the Fleet Manager or lift truck owner to oversee a number of extremely useful aspects relating to lift truck usage and driver performance such as: • Whether the truck is in use, idling or off-duty.

• Safety alerts • Machine status • Average fuel consumption • Tyre Pressure • Impact Detection • Traveling distance • Average traveling speed • Load spectrum • Total load lifted • Oil/water particle sampling

operator training could improve the safety and productivity on the work site. For instance, with remote access a manager will know how each lift truck is running; whether the engine coolant temperature is too high; or if the engine oil pressure has dropped or whether the transmission is overheating.

Those are just a few of the features and there is no doubt that with online access to TRUCONNECT® a Fleet Manager’s job is made much easier because it enables far greater management control over performance, safety and the efficiency of each lift truck in the fleet.

SAFER WORKPLACE OPERATION WITH KONECRANES NEARGUARD In simple terms, NearGuard developed by Konecranes is an application featuring highly intelligent technology. It’s an award winning safety system designed to minimise accidental collisions in the workplace by warning the lift truck operator of imminent collisions.

It’s available as an option on all Konecranes Forklifts, container handlers and reach stackers.

It can also be retro-fitted to any Konecranes lift truck.

The impetus behind the development of the system is customer driven. A few years ago a Konecranes customer asked for a system that would protect his forklift drivers when travelling under a belt conveyor. This was something his drivers did many times each day.

Konecranes responded to his request but went much further and developed a very clever dimensional system that warns the driver of any obstruction whether it’s overhead or on the ground and provides a real time, 360 degree overview of the work site in which the lift truck is operating.

But NearGuard doesn’t just look out for obstacles it also alerts the driver to personnel in the area and this is its huge advantage because the system dramatically reduces the potential for a workplace accident involving a lift truck and a fellow worker who may be operating on the same work site.

NearGuard responds via a minimum of two sensors that are mounted on the lift truck. A sensor is placed at each end of the truck and responds to a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tag. The driver or Fleet/Site Manager dictates where the RFID tags are attached. They can be applied to objects above and within the work space area or placed on clothing worn by work site personnel and on other machinery whether stationary or mobile.

When the lift truck is operational the sensors automatically locate the RFID tags and NearGuard activates a radar-like screen that gives drivers a clear visual indication of the direction and proximity of any RFID tag within range of the machine. The system engages at a range of 50 meters and the radar screen warns the driver when an RFID tag is within range. In the cab, the warning can be activated visually by an alarm display that flashes and/or by an audio alarm.

Apart from the obvious safety benefits of NearGuard in ensuring the welfare of all personnel on the worksite when a lift truck is in operation, there is also another major benefit.

In typical Konecranes fashion this is not only an innovative system that improves workplace safety but it also improves lift truck efficiency.

A driver operating a lift truck fitted with an activated NearGuard system can work with confidence on the work site and is less distracted by his or her concern about other personnel or obstacles when they are RFID tagged within his workspace.

TRUCONNECT® and NearGuard are just two technological examples of how Konecranes continues to dedicate its design and development process to improving workplace safety and fleet efficiency.

For more information about the range of Konecranes Forklifts, container handlers and reach stackers visit; www.unitedequipment.com.au or contact United Forklift and Access Solutions on 131 607.

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Napier Port Invests $34 Million for more growth Highlights: • $34 million invested throughout the year to build terminal capacity and productivity • Revenue up 7.6 percent to $72.1 million • Container volumes up 16.5 percent • Staff numbers increased by 33 FTEs • No lost time injuries

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APIER PORT recently reported its annual operating results for the year ending 30 September 2015, highlighted by significant investments and positioning for its future.

The Port’s investment for the year included the purchase and delivery of two Terex mobile harbour cranes; the commissioning of an off-port empty container depot; introducing a vehicle booking system; maintenance and capital dredging; building the Port’s new main office; purchasing New Zealand’s first mobile harbour crane simulator; establishing a new inland port freight hub in Palmerston North; and paving the main log yard (6.5 hectares).

Napier Port Chairman Alasdair MacLeod said, “This year’s results were pleasing. With a spend of $34 million required to help build terminal capacity, we expected some impact on the bottom line.

“The investments made throughout the year have resulted in increased productivity. Trucks are being processed faster and more containers loaded per hour during the peak export season — from summer through autumn when pipfruit is exported and when demand for space is at a premium,” he says.

Reported net profit after tax for the 12 months declined marginally to $12.9 million, down from the previous year’s record result of $13.4 million. The result reflects the significant investments throughout the year and the extra people employed.

During the year the Port also processed a record 16.5 percent increase in container volumes, handling 256,438 TEUs (twentyfoot equivalent units) cementing its position as the largest port in central New Zealand and the fourth largest container terminal in New Zealand.

Revenue during the year increased by 7.6 percent to $72.1 million off the back of strong container growth.

Overall cargo volumes were flat at 4.1 million tonnes with non-containerised volume falling due to tougher market conditions in China for logs, timber and pulp exports, and increased containerisation of pulp.

Napier Port Chief Executive Garth Cowie says, “This year we processed for the first time ever more than a quarter of a million TEUs. This was achieved despite the significant loss of dairy volume due to the rearrangement of the supply chain by Fonterra.

Above: Napier Port Chairman Alasdair MacLeod (left) and Napier Port Chief Executive Garth Cowie “Against this environment of investment and growth, we also improved our health and safety performance with no lost-time injuries. This is a huge credit to all our staff,” says Mr Cowie.

“Looking ahead to the next financial year we expect to see an increase in apple volumes

and water exports, which should help offset the further loss we expect from the dairy sector,” Mr Cowie said.

“We will be targeting higher crane rates and vessel rates to deliver the service outcomes our customers need and maintain our relevance.”

Napier Port releases proposed wharf and phased dredging plan for consultation

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APIER PORT recently released a draft proposal to add a new berth within its existing boundary for public consultation.

The berth, which would require dredging and the construction of a new wharf, would be located at the northern end of the container terminal.

Napier Port chief executive Garth Cowie says it would give the Port the ability to handle the increasing volumes and larger ships expected at the Port in the future.“Shipping patterns are changing, and larger vessels are projected to visit New Zealand. At the same time, volumes are set to increase considerably,” says Garth.

“We have already made significant investments to build capacity and increase productivity, but in our peak season there is a maximum capacity the Port’s main container berth can handle.

“This new wharf would allow us to efficiently handle projected volume growth, larger ships and meet our customers’ future requirements for the foreseeable future,” says Garth.

The Port is planning to seek a resource consent in the last quarter of this year for the new wharf and its phased dredging programme (and the subsequent disposal of dredge material). The consent, if granted, would allow the Port to dredge in stages to a new maximum of 14.5 metres at low sea levels (from a current consent maximum of 12.8 metres) and to extend the shipping channel.

“The timetable for any construction or phased dredging will be dictated by the time at which increasing container volumes and potentially larger vessels are likely to begin calling at the Port,” says Garth.

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work immediately if required to remain the port of choice for central New Zealand.

“If we are not ready, shipping lines and cargo volumes could go elsewhere, resulting in increased costs in the supply chain for our local exporters and importers,” he says.

Napier Port Berth Development

Before submitting its application, the Port is consulting with stakeholders to understand their perspectives and gather additional information.

At the same time, it is also investigating potential environmental effects through a series of independent, specialist technical assessments and reports.

All the reports and the consultation discussions and documents will help to shape the final business case and resource consent application.

To read more about the Port’s proposed development and submit feedback, visit www. napierport.co.nz.

Heron - The Force Below The Waves I

N the world of marine dredging, Heron Construction continues to prove that it is the master of the deep.

This dynamic, family owned company is always in demand as it applies its seabed artistry throughout Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific.

Dredging is critical in a port’s capacity to expand its operational reach and Heron’s ability with backhoe and cutter suction dredges is second to none. Not least because Heron ensures that desired dredging outcomes are achieved without detriment to the natural marine environment. It’s that fine balance between progress and respect for the planet we occupy.

These days the ongoing financial welfare of a modern, major port is driven largely by its capacity to handle the import and export of freight.

Then there is the need to accommodate the larger container ships that deliver their cargo. However these days to some extent, it’s also about people.

The cruise ship industry is growing at a rapid rate and its ships are designed to, not only carry thousands of passengers but to entertain them as well, so these vessels continue to get bigger and bigger.

The solution for ports, apart from upgrading its onshore facilities, is not necessarily about depth as far as the berths are concerned but manoeuvrability.

A cruise ship’s draught is relatively shallow but they do need to turn around when entering and exiting a port. So a port must ensure that the harbour that feeds the dockside is at a consistent depth and broad enough to accommodate the giant cruise ships that constantly arrive, depart and turn around in close proximity to the dockside.

Last year Heron was hard at work in the Port of Napier which is a perfect example of many Australasian ports that continue to invest in their facilities in order to keep up with the growth in marine sector market demands.

The Port of Napier on New Zealand’s north island is located beneath Bluff Hill in Hawke

Bay. Its origin dates back to October 1769 when Captain James Cook in his ship Endeavour anchored off Napier bluff. By October 1875, the Napier Harbour Board was born and the rest as they say, is history.

Napier Port (Ltd) plays a huge role in that country’s export cargo trade and hosts dozens of cruise ships each year. In 2015 Napier Port invested $34 million in upgrading its terminal facilities and improving its capacity.

One of the main beneficiaries of that investment were the berths and the harbour itself. In a maintenance programme, Heron Construction removed 140,000 cubic metres of sediment and rocks from all the berths and the turning basin as well as deepening the vessel approaches through the harbour.

It wasn’t all easy going either. One of the major challenges for the Heron team was removing the stubborn limestone rock from the sea bed.

Limestone is dominant in that particular part of the world and for a dredger it’s the worst kind of obstacle. It was a difficult project as dredging goes.

Removing huge chunks of the rock would have been easier than dealing with the environmental limitations on the amount of limestone to be removed.

However and in typical fashion, through sheer know-how, hard work, discipline and diligence the Heron team triumphed.

Heron’s working relationship with Napier Port goes back twenty years and the port is a valued client. Interestingly Kimahia, the Backhoe Dredger used on the more recent project, first cut her teeth in Napier Port in 1995. It was Heron’s first in a number of projects for the port and Kimahia will shortly be retired from active service.

Heron’s finely tuned dredging skill is complemented by the company’s expertise in conducting Hydrographic surveys. Having completed the project at Napier Port they conducted a complete Multi Beam Hydrographic survey. In essence this measured all areas and aspects of the dredging to ensure that there were no

remaining high spots and the depth was consistent throughout the area dredged.

Heron Construction has its own in-house survey team and two dedicated, purpose built survey vessels. White Pointer and Kaiwea are equipped with the latest state of the art, marine surveying instruments. Instrumentation includes the latest Reson 7125 SV Multibeam Echosounder and Applanix Pos MV inertial motion sensor. Portable survey equipment is also on hand to convert almost any craft into a survey vessel.

The company can provide a complete hydrographic survey service. This includes pre and post dredge surveys, interim progress surveys, LINZ clearance survey, and volume calculations.

Heron supplies its reports and plans in either paper or digital format.

Getting to the job, whether in local or international waters is never a problem for Heron.

The company has a variety of tugs on hand including dredge tenders and ocean going tugs able to mobilise its hopper barges and backhoe dredges.

Heron Construction, established in Auckland by the late Mr Willem Kroef in 1964, is still a family owned entity. Willem’s sons, Hein and Leon along with grandsons Greg and Matt, are the current Shareholders and Directors. Greg Kroef also oversees operations in his role as General Manager.

Excuse the cricket analogy but in this case it does seem appropriate. Heron Construction’s proud record of achievement reflects a company that has always played with a straight bat and has kept its eye on the ball. With that kind of focus and discipline you’ll always be a winner.

For more information about Heron visit; www.heronconstruction.co.nz

Backhoe dredge Kimahia working in Napier Port

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Minister opens Port’s Main Office and Crane Simulator

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CONOMIC Development Minister Hon Steven Joyce officially opened Napier Port’s new $5 million main office and launched the country’s first mobile harbour crane simulator at the Port recently.

With containers handled up 16.5 percent last year and almost 80 percent over 10 years, both the building and simulator aim to lift safety and productivity as Napier Port prepares itself for continued growth.

“The new building is an exciting step forward for the Port,” says Napier Port Chairman Alasdair MacLeod.

“For the first time in its history, nearly all staff – corporate, operations, engineering and marine departments – are working together under one roof. Bringing teams closer together supports the Port’s strategic goal of fostering a more engaged, innovative and connected workforce to ensure it’s well placed to handle the region’s growing cargo base and remain central New Zealand’s leading port,” says Mr MacLeod.

Designed and constructed to the latest building standards, the building provides a higher level of resilience following a natural disaster, such as an earthquake and tsunami. It has been built in accordance with the requirements of an ‘importance level 3’ building (as defined in the building code). This is in recognition of the Port’s role as a Hawke’s Bay ‘lifeline utility’, which provides essential services to the community.

Launch of New Zealand’s only mobile harbour crane simulator The Minister and guests were also there to mark the launch of New Zealand’s first mobile harbour crane simulator.

The world-class Vortex simulator transforms the way crane operators are selected and how training is delivered, providing an exact replication of the Port’s crane operation from layout, equipment, vessels and vehicles, right down to quayside conditions such as shadows and vessel movement.

Above: Minister Joyce on simulator with crane operator Phil Taana and Chairman Alasdair MacLeod “Having all workers return home safely after their work is paramount. The simulator means the Port can see in a safer and more controlled environment how potential crane operators will perform,” Mr McLeod says.

“It’s cut down the selection process timeframe by about 90 percent — the team know very quickly if someone has the right skills and eyehand coordination for the job — and we don’t need to send operators overseas where they previously went for training.

“We expect other efficiency gains, such as an improvement in crane rates through operators being able to practice on a regular basis and using it to practice more difficult scenarios,” he says.

The simulator will also be available to train stevedores that use ship pedestal mounted cranes (commonly known as ship’s gear) and other ports that operate Terex Gottwald mobile harbor cranes, such as Northport, as well as those that operate Liebherr mobile harbour cranes.

Other investments Napier Port has made in the past financial year totalling $34 million have included: joining with the Ports of Auckland and Icepak NZ to establish a new inland port and freight hub in Palmerston North, buying and commissioning two new mobile harbour cranes, and the development of an off-port empty container depot in Napier’s industrial area of Pandora.

Napier Port’s new $5 million main office

Above: Minister Joyce and Chairman Alasdair MacLeod cutting the ribbon of the new main office

Napier Port’s new $5 million main office • The new building replaces the administration and operations buildings that are both being demolished. Both buildings were earthquake prone and in need of an upgrade to bring them into line with building regulations. The space where the buildings were, will be used to hold transit cargoes and provide additional intermodal handling capacity.

• ractically, a building that has been built in accordance with the requirements of an ‘importance level 3’ building (as defined in the building code) may suffer some moderate damage but it will be repairable and the building will be back to being fully operational within at least seven days. It also means that there should be no loss of life as a result of damage to the building.

• Hawke’s Bay based, PMA architects designed the building, while Alexander’s Construction were contracted to carry out the build.

• More information about Hawke’s Bay lifeline utilities can be found: http://www.hbemergency.govt.nz/about-us/lifeline-utilities

First mobile harbour crane simulator at Napier Port • The simulator, which represents an investment of close to $1 million was built in Montreal, Canada by CM Labs Simulations with significant input from the Port’s senior crane operators. The project has also seen Napier Port collaborate again with Ports of Auckland and with Port Flinders in Adelaide that are commissioning their own simulators.

Napier Port • Napier Port is the largest port in central New Zealand, the fourth largest container terminal in the country, handling over 256,000 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) per annum and a crucial part of New Zealand’s export-led economy with a strong focus on food and fibre.

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Page Macrae Protect Port Environment

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INIMISING the environmental impact of dockside activities has long been a priority for those who own, manage and operate ports throughout Australasia. Ports provide a gateway to the world beyond and play a vital role in facilitating imports and exports which are critical to our overall economic welfare.

However, in the daily performance of a functioning port there can be the inevitable environmental consequences, particularly when dealing with dry bulk products and their associated dust emissions.

Those who manage our ports have paid particular attention to this aspect and dust control specialists, Page Macrae Engineering have played a leading role in improving loading/unloading procedures with technology designed to minimise dust emissions.

Page Macrae has an outstanding pedigree.

Established sixty years ago in Tauranga on the North Island of New Zealand, this dynamic engineering company has, over many years, established a reputation for providing solutions where none have existed beforehand.

Bruce Ennis, Page Macrae’s Port Equipment Manager relates how an approach was made by a client who was at risk of closure due to complaints from local residents about excessive dust from dockside loading and unloading procedures.

“Our immediate priority was to save the client from closure and fortunately, we have a highly skilled engineering team and were able to design a new hopper and grab system to eliminate dust from the ship’s discharge during the loading and unloading process.

“Of course we also recognised that dust was a problem that effected most ports dealing with dry bulk products so from the original hopper and grab solution we refined and expanded the system

Above: Geelong Port, Australia: New Weigh Feed Hopper during commissioning, March 2016

Above: Geelong Port, Australia: New Weigh Feed Hopper being prepared for first discharge at Port Geelong, March 2016

which is now used in many ports throughout Australasia.”

That kind of customised and targeted response to a client’s needs is typical of the approach taken by Page Macrae. The company’s primary focus is on assisting its clients to minimise their onsite environmental impact and to increase productivity. For this reason Page Macrae has developed a range of extremely robust grabs and hoppers as a part of an integrated dust control solution for bulk cargo discharge.

Once involved with a client, the team at Page Macrae are there for the long haul to ensure that the client’s cost effective productivity is maintained and targeted solutions provided remain appropriate.

Currently, the company is involved in a major Queensland project and has developed a new

control system to deal with the dust fall-out from unloading concentrate product. The system will fully enclose the trucks during the unloading/ loading stage to minimise dust emissions during the process.

Page Macrae has also successfully completed a Hopper incorporating a Weigh System Conveyor for accurate batch loading into trucks for an Australian client.

Page Macrae has been at the top of their game for a long time and perhaps that’s because the company’s philosophy is straightforward and simple; be proactive and innovative; respond to a client’s needs cost effectively and ensure that the response specifically solves the client’s problem.

If you would like to know more about Page Macrae Engineering visit; www.page-macrae.co.nz

Phone: +64 7 575 5079

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Marine pilot simulation trials lead to operation improvements

New Pilot Boat under construction for Darwin Port

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ARWIN PORT General Manager Operations Ian Niblock and Vessel Manager Rob Smith recently visited the Brisbane premises of renowned shipbuilders Norman R Wright & Sons, to inspect progress in the construction of a new pilot boat for Darwin Port.

The 15 metre vessel, with a displacement of 20 tons, is being built using the very latest in FRP composite hull technology. It will be the safest, most efficient, user friendly pilot boat to operate in Darwin, and will have a longer lifespan than previous vessels.

Designed to operate efficiently at 22 knots, the fully air-conditioned vessel includes a sophisticated electronics package & thermal imaging to provide vessel crew maximum information to assist in safe operations. The vessel will incorporate many safety features.

Ergonomics and layout of the vessel were key considerations in its design in order to assist in the management and minimisation of fatigue.

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marine pilot has helped to improve ship operations in severe weather conditions at one of Queensland’s priority ports, Hay Point.

Above: Rob Smith, Pilot Boat Manager (Darwin Port) The powerful propulsion system will operate at lower revs and be significantly quieter than previous craft, with noise levels not exceeding 70 Db. Construction is progressing well to schedule, and the vessel is expected to be working on Darwin harbour during August 2016.

The Baddiley Name is Marine Engineering Folklore

By Kevin Glancy

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T was way back in 1909 that Alex Baddiley, a marine engineer, launched his business, Alex Baddiley’s and Sons Marine Engineering on the Brisbane River.

Working from a small workshop he’d set up at the back of his house in McConnell Street in the river side Brisbane suburb of Bulimba, he conducted repairs and maintenance for boat owners who frequented the river.

It was a humble beginning but Alex’s reputation for producing quality marine workmanship rapidly spread far and wide and for many years his business continued to grow.

Such was the respect for his work that during the Second World War he even conducted maintenance work for the U.S.Navy.

Success became a constant and perhaps there’s something salty in the Baddiley blood because since Great Grandfather Alex plied his trade, it’s been that way ever since.

Manufacturing bespoke engine parts, doing fit outs and re-fits and installing specialised systems on mega yachts, ferries and private craft has always been a family affair and now five generations later the Baddiley name continues to flourish.

Today, Paul Baddiley is at the helm with his wife Kristy performing an important role in the front line. Now known as, Lex Baddiley Marine Engineering, attention to detail has always been paramount along with a disciplined work ethic.

It’s a family tradition that has been diligently passed down since those early days. Each generation has maintained that high standard of customer service delivery, just as it was when

Alex Baddiley first put up his shingle.

As a consequence, there’s always been a steady stream of vessel owners seeking the Baddiley touch and only the location has changed. The need for bigger premises to fulfil customer demand now sees Lex Baddiley Marine Engineering located a short distance away from the original premises but still on the Brisbane River at the Rivergate Complex, Murarrie.

The list of clients reads like a who’s who in the marine sector. Names such as; Brisbane City Cats; Sydney Transport; Qld Water Police; Brisbane Marine Pilots; Darwin Pilots; Australian Reef Pilots; WA Pilots; NZ Pilots; Queensland Transport; Maritime Safety Qld. Port of Brisbane as well as the many private boat owners Australia wide.

At around the same time that Alex open his doors in 1909, the legendary boat builder, Norman R. Wright and Sons also set up shop close by. In a perfect marriage of mutual interests, the two companies have enjoyed a highly successful working relationship ever since.

The combined know-how that spans the two

He travelled to Singapore to present on the topic.

North Queensland Bulk Port Corporation (NQBP) Captain Luca Orlandi started his career at the Italian Naval Academy, working as a navy officer and commanding officer, before becoming a tug master and deck officer on cruise ships.

In January 2015, he joined NQBP as one of the port corporation’s 15 marine pilots servicing the Port of Mackay and the Port of Hay Point.

NQBP is one of Australia’s largest port authorities, responsible for the ports of Weipa, Abbot Point, Mackay and Hay Point. More than half of Queensland’s trade, by tonnage, passes through these ports.

The Port of Hay Point located 40 kilometres south of Mackay is Queensland’s largest port by volume, with more than 110 million tonnes of coal exported annually. The port has two separate coal terminals with seven off shore berths which are weather exposed.

Captain Orlandi, who attributes his passion for working on the ocean to camaraderie with his workmates and the fact that two days are never the same, has since been helping NQBP further improve pilot practices.

“Normal departure operations at the Port of Hay Point require two 65 tonne bollard pull tugs,” Captain Orlandi said.

“On a number of occasions, as a result of severe environmental conditions, two tugs were deemed insufficient to lift a ship of 200,000 tonne displacement off the berth and a third tug was needed.

“At the time there were limited existing policies or rules in place to identify specific safety limits beyond which the use of a third tug was mandatory.”

As a result Captain Orlandi, who has been researching in the field of Maritime Simulations and Human Factors for the University of Tasmania, worked with fellow pilots, tug masters and key stakeholders to conduct a entities has served them well with Norman R. Wright and Sons designing and building the boats and Lex Baddiley Marine Engineering doing the engine and system fit-outs. Currently, they are building a second pilot boat for Darwin Pilots.

Lex Baddiley Marine Engineering will never be short of customers but if you want the best in marine engineering simply follow those in the know. For more information visit; www.lexmarine.com.au

Manufacturers and installation specialists for five generations.

Since 1909, Lex Baddiley Marine Engineering has been at the forefront of the Marine Industry working alongside Norman Wright and Son’s building pilot boats and fitting them out.

Lex Baddiley Marine Engineering 1/17 Rivergate Place, Murarrie QLD 4172 Phone: Fax: Email: Web:

07 3890 3366 07 3890 5445 saleslexmarine.com.au www.lexmarine.com.au

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On the new Pilot boat we will be fitting engines, and connecting all engineering systems throughout the vessel. We will be supplying and fitting props, shafts skegs, stern tubes and rudders.

We take pride in our work and build strong relationships with our customers.

three-day simulation trial to investigate the parameters to implement a third tug.

Captain Orlandi presented some of the results at the Transas Simulation User Conference SimUC2016 in Singapore on 26-28 January.

He is looking forward to gaining a deeper understanding of where maritime simulation is today, and to share this unique approach coordinated by NQBP with the industry.

He talked about how, by using simulators, ship-handling capabilities and limitations can be analysed, for the aim to improve safety.

NQBP Chief Executive Officer Steve Lewis said people with the passion and skills of Captain Orlandi were the key to making NQBP a leading port authority.

“I’m proud of the work we do and how we continue to evolve and work as smarter ports across the board,” Mr Lewis said.

The Future of Boat Building Lies in the Past

By Kevin Glancy

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OU can’t buy experience and when you have an inherent wealth of know-how accrued over one hundred years in the design and manufacture of an extremely diverse range of marine craft it’s a priceless commodity. Such is the case with Norman R. Wright and Sons, a Queensland based boat building pioneer with a proven and outstanding record for excellence.

Wright and Sons is ideally placed to know how best to accommodate the future in boat design. Not least because it’s a company that understands the invaluable lessons learnt throughout a past marked by so many and varied design achievements.

Furthermore, its operational strength lies in the fact that to survive in such a highly competitive sector for that amount of time means that you have what it takes to stay ahead of the game.

There are no short cuts, it takes the right blend of talent to provide an in-house capacity and the skill to anticipate and implement tomorrow’s design solutions today.

What really separates Wright and Sons from the rest is that the company combines that extraordinary depth of proven knowledge with the latest advances in seafaring technology. It’s not only an unbeatable combination but provides a powerhouse of boat building expertise.

Under the leadership of Managing Director Bill Wright, the company has the ability to respond to any marine challenge with world’s best practice every time. But as he says, the advantage of such a wealth of experience is not always recognised.

“There can be a perception that because we’ve been in business for almost one hundred and eight years that we are somehow stuck in the past and that couldn’t be further from the truth. To succeed consistently with the demands placed on boat builders by ports you have to be the best at what you do every time. If that wasn’t the case we would not have survived all these years.

“When designing and building boats we not only have the benefit of hindsight and the confidence that comes with that insider knowledge but the latest technology at our disposal.

“That’s complimented by the kind of proven in-house talent that covers all the bases. We can do everything in-house from the initial design phase to building the boat; from handover to delivery and warranty work. It’s truly a one stop shop and we are very proud of our capacity to respond with the complete marine solution for our clients.”

The company’s long standing relationship with many Australasian ports confirms its ability to deliver the right response. Wright and Sons’ operational reach is far reaching and includes a variety of ports such as; Cairns, Mackay, Gladstone, Townsville, Brisbane, Mooloolaba, Bunbury, Port Otago in New Zealand, Port Hedland, Darwin and Torres Straits.

The company’s Naval Architect Adam Evripidou, believes that it’s the numerous repeat clients that confirms the consistent high standard of the team’s workmanship. It also highlights the reason why current demand for the superior pilot boat designed and built by the company continues to grow. As he says.

“One of our biggest repeat clients is Brisbane Pilots who have been the recipient of eight of our pilot boats. We have in fact built all Brisbane pilot boats since the inception of the pilot service and it highlights our safety first approach in the way we design all craft.

“For the most part we are designing work

spaces to make life easier and safer for those who are faced with a challenging and unpredictable sea. I have no doubt that the comfort and efficiency levels of our boats are best in class.

“In recent times there has been much more focus on work place health and safety requirements and we have invested a large amount of resources to ensure that the boats far exceed all legislative requirements.”

Adam goes onto explain how, much like the advanced technology that filters down from Formula One racing cars to normal vehicles, Wright and Sons continually incorporate the latest advances in technology when building large luxury motor yachts. In turn these advances filter down to our commercial vessels.

“Importantly, our specialty is designing and building boats for specific client requirements.

Everything is custom made and every hull is designed to suit the exact sea conditions and logistics of each particular port. Each new hull is tank tested at the Australian Maritime College Towing Tank. I believe we are the only designer/ builder in Australia utilising this technology to ensure we are delivering state of the art products.”

The quality of build and the attention to design detail in every Wright and Son pilot boat is clearly demonstrated by the Amity. This twin-screw, Fast Pilot vessel designed and built

by Norman R. Wright and Sons began its duty with the Brisbane Pilot Service in 1993/4. Over twenty years later Amity is still operating in the front line having assisted with over 58,000 pilot transfers and logging up over 40,000 hours of service.

Last year the Amity had its half-life refit and it reveals just how durable these boats are with an inherent toughness that allows for such a refit.

The added benefit of course is that the Amity continues to enjoy a very long and active life.

Wright and Sons have maintained and serviced the Amity and this is a feature of the after sales standards that the company has set with all deliveries. The team provides 24/7 service to ensure appropriate fleet maintenance and given the demanding schedule faced by pilot boats, it has the ability to respond quickly to any emergency repair should it arise.

Following the success of the Amity, Brisbane Pilot Service has since purchased seven more pilot boats from Wright and Sons to strengthen its fleet. Darwin Port Corporation is another very satisfied customer with their second vessel currently under construction.

The scope of the company’s design and build programme is unlimited and whether building City Cat ferries for Brisbane Council or pilot boats to welcome ships into our ports, the future in boat design is undoubtedly in safe hands.

Norman R. Wright and Sons has its eyes firmly on the future, with the kind of know-how and confidence strengthened by the success of its glorious past.

To find out more about Norman R. Wright and Sons visit; www.wrightsons.com.au

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Ports of Auckland new pilot vessel ‘Wakatere’

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HILE foil assisted catamarans are not a new type of vessel for Q-West to construct, the Teknicraft Design catamaran launched at the end of 2015 for Ports of Auckland in New Zealand is the first they have built specifically as a pilot vessel.

When considering a new pilot vessel Ports of Auckland required a craft to meet its exacting pilotage requirements in all weather conditions, something their existing vessels are not always capable of.

Foil assisted catamarans are ideal for ports which have long distances to travel to deliver Pilots as they offer significantly lower fuel consumption and higher operational speeds.

With a 30 knot operational speed and pilot transfer speed of up to 14 knots, this innovative design also offers exceptional stability, sea keeping, large deck areas and manoeuvrability.

Using existing Teknicraft catamarans, it has already been demonstrated that this hull is significantly more predictable and stable when coming alongside a ship, and can hold station and depart without having to counteract interference forces between the pilot boat and the ship.

The vessel is fitted with a light-weight composite fender system and a combination of Scania marine engines and Hamilton water jets with the Blue Arrow control system.

Jet propulsion is becoming a generally accepted versatile system for pilot boat propulsion. In particular the pin-point accurate manoeuvring control that the systems offers, enable the launch master to keep the pilot boat at a pre-determined distance from the ship which significantly enhances safety during pilot transfer.

Q-West Boat Builders Ltd – New Zealand www.q-west.com

A diverse range of pilot vessels available at Q-West Q-West Boat Builders have a long and established history of producing commercial craft including pilot vessels, some of which are still in use after over 26 years of continued operation.

In 2014, Q-West launched ‘Mikotahi’, a 19.5m mono hull pilot vessel designed by Camarc Design in Scotland. Mikotahi is propelled by water jets, self-righting, has a cabin noise value of 68dBA at operational speed and is built to Lloyds Classification.

Camarc have designed pilot boats for 30 years and have over 100 in service worldwide.

Approximately 50% of these vessels operate with water jets and the other with propeller propulsion.

At the end of 2015, Q-West launched an innovative new pilot vessel, a 15m Teknicraft Design foil assisted catamaran ‘Wakatere’.

This vessel is also propelled by water jets and has an operating speed of 30knots.

Foil assisted catamarans are ideal for ports which have long distances to travel to deliver

pilots as they offer significantly lower fuel consumption and higher operational speeds.

This innovative design also offers exceptional stability, sea keeping, large deck areas and manoeuvrability. This hull is significantly stable when coming alongside a ship.

Q-West Boat Builders have been quick to adapt new technologies and innovations in aluminium vessel construction and especially where these can impact on a vessel’s ‘wholeof-life’ operating cost, and are proud to say that they can work with owners and designers world-wide to provide a design to best meet the requirements of the end user and bring their industry experience and independent advice to the table to ensure the process of any new build is both efficient and cost effective.

If you are going through the tendering/pricing process or require indicative pricing on future projects contact Q-West for a professional and competitive response. A number of the vessels constructed by Q-West are also available for viewing on their website www.q-west.com

Above: ‘Mikotahi’ helm

Above: Inside cabin on ‘Wakatere’

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Working with industry to protect our borders B ORDER WATCH is an Australian Border Force initiative that enables industry and the community to report suspicious activities, helping to protect our borders.

Border Watch relies on the knowledge of industry and Border Watch members, as these groups know their local environment and know when something is not right.

As a result of this partnership, more than five percent of all detections made are attributed to reports made to Border Watch. Working together with industry, Border Watch has been instrumental in hundreds of seizures of drugs, weapons and wildlife.

The Australian Border Force is interested in information about the import or export of: • illicit drugs and precursor chemicals • smuggled people • terrorism • illegal and dangerous weapons • performance and image enhancing drugs (steroids) • illegal import or export of currency

• illegal import and export of animals, especially native wildlife • illegal pornography and child abuse images • counterfeit goods.

Examples of suspicious behaviour or activities that you can report to Border Watch include: • Suspicious goods that have incorrect information on them, are labelled in an obscure manner, or have been damaged, modified or tampered with.

• Suspicious behaviour, including being overly nervous, evasive, refusing reasonable assistance, or attempting to conceal their identity. A person preferring to settle their accounts early, enquiring about law enforcement agencies’ activities, or showing an interest in specific or unusual locations.

You can report suspicious behaviour by calling 1800 06 1800, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, or reporting online. You can always choose to remain anonymous.

For more information about Border Watch, including how to become a Border Watch member, please visit www.border.gov.au/ borderwatch.

One small piece of information can help A group of men from overseas questioned a marina owner about purchasing a yacht. They paid in cash and demonstrated no knowledge of sailing. Soon after, the yacht returned to the marina with scratches on its side, suggesting it had met with another vessel at sea.

The marina owner called Border Watch and relayed his suspicions. The yacht was found to be carrying over 400 kilograms of narcotics, worth over $97 million.

One phone call from the marina owner prevented a significant quantity of drugs from hitting our streets.

New SOLAS regulations weigh in from 1 July N

EW Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) regulations on container weights are coming into effect from 1 July 2016 and from that date Flinders Adelaide Container Terminal will no longer receive or load containers without a declared Verified Gross Mass (VGM). The new rules, which were developed by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) and approved two years ago, require shippers to provide the VGM of containers before these arrive at a container terminal.

“Shippers can continue to use our Pre-Receival Form (PRA) as long as the shipper or an appointed third party provides the VGM,” said Mr Steve Cox, General Manager, Flinders Adelaide Container Terminal.

There are two approved options to confirm a container’s VGM: either the shipper or third party appointed by the shipper weighs the packed and sealed container using calibrated and certified equipment after packing is completed, or the shipper or agent weighs all cargo items, packaging and securing materials on calibrated and certified equipment, then adds this to the tare mass of the container to give the total VGM. In addition, shippers will need to include details of the “method” and the name of the “authorised individual” on the PRA forms they send to Flinders Adelaide Container Terminal.

“We are currently working with 1-Stop to develop a message type for shippers lodging PRA’s with the terminal via EDIFACT messaging. This will be a single message type that our clients can use on both 1-Stop and FACT communications platforms,” said Mr Cox. Work on this common message type will be carried out over the coming weeks. Once the work is complete Flinders Adelaide Container Terminal will update its systems and customers will be informed.

For further information about these planned changes, please consult Flinders Adelaide Container Terminal’s Information Booklet, click here<http:// www.flindersadelaidecontainerterminal.com.au/wpcontent/uploads/sites/4/VGM-Circular-2016.pdf> Australian Ports News - Page 21

Eastland Group unveils new brand to support growth aspirations

PPA projects recognised at two prestigious award ceremonies

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T was an outstanding week for Pilbara Ports Authority (PPA), with two of its industry-leading projects recognised at individual award ceremonies in Western Australia recently.

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S part of its growth strategy, Eastland Group has launched a suite of new logos and showed customers and stakeholders a brand story video featuring the company’s pride in being Gisborne-based.

The regional infrastructure specialist – which owns Eastland Port, Eastland Network and Eastland Generation, and also operates Gisborne Airport on lease from the Gisborne District Council – unveiled the striking new look just prior to Christmas 2015.

Eastland Group chief executive, Matt Todd, said the company’s strategic plan committed it to ‘significant growth’ in the next five to ten years.

“We’ve promised our shareholder – Eastland Community Trust – that we’ll continue to deliver excellent returns. Overall the company’s goal is to enable our regional economy, powering businesses to achieve their potential for the prosperity of all of us who live here.

“We’re Gisborne born and bred and proud to be. We like to think the company has a commercial mind, but a community heart.

We’ve already invested heavily in infrastructure to power Gisborne’s economy, but we also look further to develop commercial opportunities, which include geothermal power stations in Kawerau and debarking operations in Whangarei.”

Eastland Group marketing and communications manager, Kathy McVey, said

the new brand story was designed to inspire staff, as well as customers and the wider East Coast community.

“The way the company has evolved has meant each business had ended up with its own logo, but we’ve realised we’re stronger together and need to build on that strength to achieve our growth aspirations. The new family of logos means we now appear as one cohesive group, albeit with interests in three specific sectors – ports, regulated electricity, and electricity generation.”

She said the new logo had a dual significance.

“It’s a stylised representation of the place we call home, the East Coast, and the colours reflect the natural colours of our region – the sun, sea, and land. The logo also symbolises the karearea, one of New Zealand’s most impressive birds. Like our native falcon – which can fly at speeds of up to 200km an hour – Eastland Group moves quickly to take action in our daily business operations, but also when we’re seeking new business development opportunities.

“Our new positioning line – we make it happen – is a simple reflection of the work we do.”

Eastland Group teams were already making things happen, said Ms McVey, citing last year’s night-time reseal of Gisborne Airports’ runway, the construction of the Port’s upper log yard, the purchase of Transpowers high voltage network, and the soon-to-be-built Te Ahi O Maui geothermal power plant as recent examples.

PPA was awarded the prestigious Western Australian Premier’s Award for its groundbreaking Tidal Model Project in the Developing the Economy category last year. The category recognises projects which maximise opportunities for the future through stimulating the economy to support employment and growth in Western Australia.

The project is a tidal model study that was conducted at the Port of Port Hedland in 2010 to accurately identify existing, deeper channel depths. This resulted in the creation of a LAT model or ‘Hydroid’ unique to Port Hedland.

The study, which, when combined with maintenance dredging targeting high spots in 2013, has achieved an extra depth of 71cms in the shipping channel. This increased draft has enabled PPA to significantly increase its export capacity, allowing port customers to safely load more product onto vessels, and has extended sailing windows for vessels to increase from six to eight on a single tide.

In addition to greater export capacity, the increased draft has been achieved without the need to conduct capital dredging avoiding significant costs and environmental impacts.

The initiative has also given PPA a more precise understanding of the channel, enhancing safety and the port’s ability to manage risk within the uni-directional channel.

PPA was also a finalist in the Golden Gecko Award for Environmental Excellence for

NSW Ports Announces New Chief Executive Officer NSW Ports announced the appointment of Marika Calfas as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Precision Hydrographic Services Awarded Quality Management System Certification

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RECISION Hydrographic Services (PHS) offer consultancy and surveying services that specialise in the acquisition, interpretation and reporting of seabed information. Recently, PHS has taken significant steps towards ensuring their high standards of service delivery meet the ongoing needs of clients and other stakeholders.

Following ECAAS Certification’s extensive multi-day audit, PHS has been awarded ISO 9001:2008 certification. ISO 9001 certification confirms that an organisation is committed to achieving customer satisfaction, has systems in place to capture, record and meet client requirements, and has the ability to monitor and continuously improve its performance.

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to ensure client satisfaction”, said Neil Hewitt, PHS Managing Director.

“Being a certified organisation comes with great responsibility for all employees, and one which reinforces our commitment to PHS company values - Professionalism, Leadership, Quality, Teamwork, and Customer focus.” he continued.

By incorporating ISO standard, PHS benefits from defined and documented procedures, which improve the consistency and quality of output, provides greater commitment toward fulfilling client requirements, and continuous improvements in services delivery.

PHS provide specialist hydrographic surveying services for navigational safety, nautical charting, coastal zone management, dredging operations, habitat mapping and related activities. PHS provide a complete survey service which is conducted and approved by a Level 1 surveyor, providing complete confidence in surveys used.

its Mangrove Rehabilitation Program at a ceremony in Perth.The project was up against an outstanding group of seven other finalists, all of which have developed innovative and best-practice techniques in environmental management.

CEO Roger Johnston said it was an honour for PPA to be recognised state-wide for its industryleading achievements, and acknowledged the dedication, commitment and high-performance of PPA’s staff.

Last year has seen PPA also win two awards at the annual Institute of Public Administration Australian (IPAA WA) Achievement Awards for best practice in public service- Best Practice in Corporate Social Values for its Mangrove Rehabilitation Program (Port Hedland), and Mr Johnston was awarded Leader of the Year within an Organisation.

Confirming Marika’s appointment, NSW Ports Chairman Paul McClintock AO said: “The Board is delighted to appoint Marika to the position of Chief Executive Officer.

Marika has demonstrated that she possesses the experience, qualities and capabilities required to successfully lead the business. We look forward to working with her to deliver on the organisation’s objectives.”

“Marika has a comprehensive knowledge of the business having been part of the NSW Ports Executive Team since 2013 and came to NSW Ports with 12 years experience at Sydney Ports Corporation.”

“Marika has impressed the Board during her period as Interim CEO and was selected through a global executive search process that identified a very strong field of candidates.”

Prior to taking on the Interim CEO role, Marika held the position of Executive General Manager Strategy, Planning and Infrastructure where she led the development of the organisation’s 30 Year Master Plan, released in October 2015. Prior to her port roles, Marika worked at engineering consultancy firm, Sinclair Knight Merz.

Marika said: “I am passionate about NSW’s port gateways and freight supply chains, and the vital role they play in supporting business and consumer needs. Ensuring they continue to grow and operate efficiently and sustainably is essential.”

“In my capacity as CEO, I look forward to continuing to engage with our many stakeholders and working with my colleagues at NSW Ports to deliver these strategic outcomes.”

Marika has a degree in Engineering together with a Masters of Engineering Management and Masters of Environmental Law. Marika is a Board member of PIANC Australia (the International Waterborne Transport Association) and is Australia’s representative to PIANC’s International Environmental Commission.

She is a recent appointee to the Board of the Australian Logistics Council and a member of the Property Council Industrial Committee.

Melbourne welcomes the world’s largest car carrier to new berths at Webb Dock T HE Port of Melbourne hosted the world’s largest car carrier when the Höegh Target berthed at the recently completed berths at Webb Dock West in late October.

Operated by the Norwegian-based Höegh Autoliners, the Höegh Target boasts a deck space of 71,400 square metres (equivalent to ten soccer pitches) with a carrying capacity of 8,500 car equivalent units, making it the world’s largest Pure Car and Truck Carrier.

The New Horizon design and economies of scale of the large vessel also contribute to only half of the CO2 per car transported compared to a standard car carrier.

Welcoming the vessel on its maiden call, Port of Melbourne Corporation Chief Executive Officer, Nick Easy, said: “We are delighted to welcome the Höegh Target to Melbourne, particularly at the new automotive berths at Webb Dock West 1 and 2 which we have recently completed as part of the Port Capacity Project.

“Ultimately, we are well on course to extend the automotive berths to provide 920 metres of quayline at Webb Dock West with a capacity of handling one million cars per annum.

“Already, the Port of Melbourne handles around 1000 new motor vehicles every day on average and the arrival of the Höegh Target reaffirms our significant investment in consolidating the automotive trade at Webb Dock.”

MIRRAT Phase One due to Open in April

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IRRAT phase one is due to open for operations in April 2016 and will provide a world-class purpose built facility for the Automotive and High and Heavy markets in Victoria. The first phase is a 178,000 sqm parcel which will contain the main operational facilities and cargo laydown areas.

At this stage phase two is due to be executed on the 1st of Jan 2018 and is affectively a handover of lease from the current tenant operating the existing Webb Dock West Terminal. Once MIRRAT takes this additional area (181,000 sqm) the facility will be in its final configuration and will become Australia’s largest Automotive terminal and have the capacity to handle 1m units throughput per year.

Phase one Terminal Design and features • 4,500 automotive laydown bays • 20,000 sqm of heavy duty hardstand • 8000 sqm warehouse which will provide weatherproof storage • 2 wash bays • A dedicated inspection zone • 120t gantry crane • Truck staging area, capable of handling 16 trucks at one time • Direct Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Access facility access

Above: Looking East across the Automotive laydown area with the warehouse in the foreground · LED lighting will reduce energy usage by 30% per year • Rainwater harvesting, we will have the ability to capture and store 2m litres of rainwater • 100 kW solar array which will provide the majority of power to the administration building

Phase two: Final Terminal configuration features • • • •

Terminal will cover an area of 359,000 sqm.

Approx. 11,000 car laydown bays.

3 vessel berths.

928 meter berth at 28 meters wide.

When complete the MIRRAT will play a key role in facilitating the consolidation of the Victorian Automotive trade to the Webb Dock precinct, which will offer the market participants greater efficiency through there supply chains.

Environment Sustainability is a key focus for us and this has been reflected in the terminal design; We are aiming to achieve a Greenstar rating of “5 Stars” for the buildings and an Infrastructure Council of Australia (ISCA) accreditation of “excellent” for the overall construction • Sustainable construction practise have been deployed throughout the build • Over 200,000 tonnes of recycled concrete, brick & glass used in construction • Concrete emissions reduced due to different mix designs using flyash and other substitutes • Biodiesel generators used to power the site

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Marine pilot simulation trials lead to operation improvements

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marine pilot has helped to improve ship operations in severe weather conditions at one of Queensland’s priority ports, Hay Point.

He travelled to Singapore to present on the topic.

North Queensland Bulk Port Corporation (NQBP) Captain Luca Orlandi started his career at the Italian Naval Academy, working as a navy officer and commanding officer, before becoming a tug master and deck officer on cruise ships.

In January 2015, he joined NQBP as one of the port corporation’s 15 marine pilots servicing the Port of Mackay and the Port of Hay Point.

NQBP is one of Australia’s largest port authorities, responsible for the ports of Weipa, Abbot Point, Mackay and Hay Point. More than half of Queensland’s trade, by tonnage, passes through these ports.

The Port of Hay Point located 40 kilometres south of Mackay is Queensland’s largest port by volume, with more than 110 million tonnes of coal exported annually. The port has two separate coal terminals with seven off shore berths which are weather exposed.

Captain Orlandi, who attributes his passion for working on the ocean to camaraderie with his workmates and the fact that two days are never the same, has since been helping NQBP further improve pilot practices.

“Normal departure operations at the Port of Hay Point require two 65 tonne bollard pull tugs,” Captain Orlandi said.

“On a number of occasions, as a result of severe environmental conditions, two tugs were deemed insufficient to lift a ship of 200,000 tonne displacement off the berth and a third tug was needed.

“At the time there were limited existing policies or rules in place to identify specific safety limits beyond which the use of a third tug was mandatory.”

As a result Captain Orlandi, who has been researching in the field of Maritime Simulations and Human Factors for the University of Tasmania, worked with fellow pilots, tug masters and key stakeholders to conduct a three-day simulation trial to investigate the parameters to implement a third tug.

Captain Orlandi presented some of the results at the Transas Simulation User Conference SimUC2016 in Singapore on 26-28 January. He is looking forward to gaining a deeper understanding of where maritime simulation is today, and to share this unique approach coordinated by NQBP with the industry.

He talked about how, by using simulators, ship-handling capabilities and limitations can be analysed, for the aim to improve safety.

NQBP Chief Executive Officer Steve Lewis said people with the passion and skills of Captain Orlandi were the key to making NQBP a leading port authority.

“I’m proud of the work we do and how we continue to evolve and work as smarter ports across the board,” Mr Lewis said.

THE ORC PILOT BOAT As used by: Port Phillip Sea Pilots Geraldton Port Authority Flinders Ports Svitzer - Chevron Rio Tinto Esperance Port Authority Port Authority of New South Wales - Port Kembla Lyttelton Ports Corporation - NZ Tasmanian Ports Corporation hartmarine.com.au

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