Marine & Maritime Gazette April 2022

MARINE & MARITIME

GAZETTE Commercial Marine & Renewables Worldwide

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Welcome to the April 2022 issue of Marine & Maritime Gazette the monthly magazine aimed at Worldwide coverage of the commercial marine, shipping and waterbased renewables markets.

With conditions around the globe being on a somewhat ‘fluid’ basis, many of us could be forgiven for looking at the coming months with a degree of trepidation.

However, many of the maritime sectors are still reporting much optimism and plenty to look forward to!

Inside this issue, we are, as usual, covering a vast amount of topics, from ‘Underwater, Subsea & Diving’ on page 28, to the ‘ins and outs’ of ‘Power, Propulsion & Transmission’ from page 20. There is also a quick look at ‘Dredging’ on page 36 and from page 42 we also have a ‘peek’ at ‘Safety & Security’.

Commercial Ma rine & Renewab les Worldwide Anyway, we would like to wish you all the best for the coming months and, of course, happy reading.

If you have any news, reviews, product launches or absolutely anything else of interest across the whole marine market, please email it through to me at info@-.plus.com for future consideration in our forthcoming issues.

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Doosan Tier III compliant engines available from Watermota

p18 Uber boat Wight Shipyard secures hybrid Uber Boat contract for Thames Clippers.

p10 Dales launch Dales Marine successful new vessel launch in Aberdeen Harbour.

p16 Savannah dredging Port of Savannah dredging now completed

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As the demands for safety increase, so does the demand for temporary marker buoys. In many cases these temporary buoys mark critical or expensive infrastructure or a dangerous obstacle in a navigation channel. Contractors and those responsible for temporary markings usually will look for the lowest possible cost solution, which in many cases sacrifices performance and reliability.

Many of these low-cost solutions do not meet IALA or national authority requirements, as well as they have: • Insufficient visible area and focal plane • Poor stability or lack of reserve buoyancy • Cheap components and poor design lead to low reliability With the aim of addressing this issue, Almarin has developed a new buoy, the B1250A, the most compact navaid in its Balizamar range. It is a navigation buoy that maintains Almarin's philosophy of using a single piece hull with a central load bearing structure in galvanized steel, common in the Balizamar range. For the first time in the Balizamar range, the day mark is also rotomolded and there are two versions, conical and cylindrical, eliminating the need for a topmark.

The goal is to offer a robust and quality piece of equipment with generous buoyancy of 700 litres at a competitive price. In Portugal, the Port Authority of Aveiro has acquired 30 units for the definitive marking of some of its navigation channels which have been successfully deployed by Almarin’s local partner Lindley. www.almarin.es

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First of new Damen Multi Cat 2309 class delivered to HST Marine Ltd

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UK crew transfer operator HST has taken delivery of the first of a new class of Damen Multi Cat, the 2309. The addition of the Multi Cat to its fleet of Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs) is the first stage of HST’s strategy to become a total solutions provider to the offshore renewables sector.

Damen’s Multi Cat range is well-known for its versatility, and the 2309 represents a new, mid-range model that is ideal for a wide range of tasks. HST’s new asset now allows them to offer its clients workboat services such as marine logistics and general contracting alongside its crew transfer business. In order to give its clients a premium service, HST has added some custom features to their new vessel, including Volvo Penta engines for added efficiency and emissions reductions. These can also be easily converted for IMO Tier III compliance. The bow thruster has also been upgraded for enhanced manoeuvrability and the crew cabins have been fitted with satellite television and high-speed interconnectivity with fleet system and VSAT. Additional equipment upgrades include a five-tonne pull winch and a heavy duty crane with a lifting capacity of 25 tonnes at 5.8 metres outreach. On the aft deck a tugger winch with 12 tonnes of pull has been installed along with an A-frame with plough for cable laying. Additional redundancy throughout the vessel is another feature, ensuring both reliability and versatility.

The new vessel, named HST Hazel after the daughter of HST operations director Chris Monan, was built at Damen Shipyards Hardinxveld in the Netherlands. It will initially be based out of HST’s home port of Swansea, supporting clients in Wales and south-western England.

“The acquisition of the HST Hazel is just the beginning of our strategy of extending our services to become a total solutions provider,” said HST managing director Tom Nevin. “We are doing this in response to the preference of our offshore renewables customers for a single point of contact for all their offshore support.”

Damen’s UK and Ireland sales manager, Frederik van der Linde, added: “We are delighted to have HST as the launch customer of our new Multi Cat 2309 design. Because HST is already successfully operating four Damen FCS 2710s, we are able to offer them convenient and cost-efficient service support as their fleet expands and diversifies, all via a single point of contact. This will give them peace-of-mind and more time to focus on their customers. We are confident that HST Hazel will outperform expectations.” www.damen.com

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Battery-based shore power for Port of Rotterdam

German LNG terminal to replace Russian gas

Germany is quickly moving forward with plans to accelerate the development of its first LNG import terminals as the country looks to reduce its dependence on Russian oil and gas.

The German federal government recently announced that it had reached an agreement with a private partnership that was working on developing the first LNG terminal, which was planned for a location at the mouth of the Elbe near the Kiel Canal, Cuxhaven, and the entrance to Hamburg, Germany’s business port. The project planned for the town of Brunsbüttel is also located close to the region’s largest industrial zone.

Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW), a German state-owned investment and development bank, will join the effort to build the new terminal replacing two of the original founding partners, Vopak LNG Holding and Oiltanking GmbH, a subsidiary of Marquard & Bahls, which will both leave the group of shareholders by May 2022. KfW will join with Dutch energy company Gasunie, which was the third founding partner in the project, to speed the development of the LNG terminal. Gasunie aims to start construction this year for the terminal.

“With the LNG terminal in Brunsbüttel, we are responding to the latest geopolitical developments. We must reduce dependence on Russian gas. LNG terminals help to increase the security of supply in Germany and Europe,” said Robert Habeck, German Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate. “At the same time, we are preparing for the future by designing the terminal in such a way that green hydrogen or hydrogen derivatives - such as ammonia - can be imported at a later date.”

First announced in 2017, and officially launched in 2018, the scoping procedure was carried out and concluded by the authorities in 2019, but the project was still slowed by reviews. The planning approval process was started last year but is now being moved ahead at full speed, and the general contractor, Cobra/Sener, they reported will be commissioned to start the preparatory work immediately.

The terminal at Brunsbüttel will be constructed for the import and onward distribution of LNG. The project includes a jetty with two berths for vessels up to Q-Max size and facilities for the distribution of LNG by tankers, railway tankers, and bunker vessels. It will have two tanks with a capacity of 165,000 m³ each and an LNG regasification plant. Gasunie operates a distribution system and expects the terminal will provide a vital link, especially for regions not served by gas pipelines.

The terminal is estimated to have an annual capacity for up to 8 billion nm³ of natural gas, however, that is only a small fraction of the 55 billion nm³ per year expected from Nord Stream 2. The existing Nord Stream 1 pipeline has a similar current capacity.

The federal government is also believed to be focusing on a proposed FSRU terminal that Uniper was exploring for Wilhelmshaven. German Energy Minister for the Lower Saxony region Olaf Lies at the end of February was quoted as saying, “We as a state will do everything we can to advance the planning together with the city of Wilhelmshaven and the federal government. We can manage to start landing liquid gas as early as 2024,” he said in response to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s promise to decrease the country’s dependence on Russian gas by rapidly developing alternative facilities.

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Shore-based free power was recently available at Maaskade in Rotterdam for large inland vessels that participate in a trial with shore-based power from a battery system.

On behalf of the Port of Rotterdam Authority, Skoon Energy has installed a battery system to strengthen the local shore-based power supply for inland shipping.

In the centre of Rotterdam, there is a ban on generators for inland navigation vessels lying idle. The inland shipping sector can make use of shore-based power in this instance.

However, Port of Rotterdam officials realise that some ships need more power than the existing facilities can provide.

The battery supports the shore-based power boxes on the quay by making extra power available for the moored ships. The trial finished at the end of last month and it will soon be known whether the battery system in combination with the local shore-based power box can meet the demand.

Since 2010, shore-based power boxes for inland shipping have been installed at around 60 locations in the centre of Rotterdam. These boxes can supply shore-based power to four to six inland vessels up to a maximum of 40 Ampere (40A).

In today’s industry, some larger inland vessels require more power. To meet this demand without having to take drastic measures, the

Port Authority has highlighted on this solution.

By placing the battery between the existing shore-based power box and the inland vessel, the battery will supply the extra required power up to a maximum of 63A when an inland vessel requires more than 40A. Without the battery in between, the fuse would blow and the inland vessel would be without power.

In previous scenarios, other inland vessels can no longer use this shore-based power connection until the compartments have been repaired. Linking the battery system prevents this situation and also makes it possible to provide larger ships with shore-based power.

Shore-based power is an important part of the energy transition for the Port of Rotterdam.

Ships moored at the quay often run on generators for the energy required on board.

This involves emissions of, among other things, nitrogen and CO2.

This shore-based power option offers the opportunity to reduce these emissions by providing ships with a clean energy source.

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Damen to improve sustainability Harbour Patrol Vessels

New engines, exhaust cleaning systems and improved propulsion train arrangements will result in emissions reduction for the Damen Stan Tug 1907 PA1. Port of Amsterdam and Damen Shipyards signed a contract to convert the vessel. Damen will support Port of Amsterdam in establishing their sustainability goals.

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Rijkshavenmeester (National Harbour Master) Milembe Mateyo, Chief Investment Officer Dorine Bosman and Manager Operations port office & technical services Stuart Kemp of Port of Amsterdam happily signed the contract for the conversion of PA1 and the maintenance of three other Damen vessels, Thursday March 3rd with Director Jos van Woerkum and Design & Proposal Engineer John Krielaart of Damen Shipyards Hardinxveld, together with Services & Operations Manager Leon Fijnekam and Project Manager Roel Foolen.

Modifications and upgrades to the harbour patrol vessel will reduce the environmental footprint and more efficient employment in the Port of Amsterdam.

This conversion includes the installation of new engines, that comply to emission standards with IMO tier III as well as EUROVI stage 5. A Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) system is installed as well as Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR), which filters out nitrogen oxide from emission gasses. The vessel will be equipped with a heat recovery system to heat the accommodation and the bridge. The bridge insulation will be improved, including replacement of all glass. Together with all this, new rudders and propellers will be installed and the anchor lockers will be modified. The vessel was built by Damen in 2013 and has been in active service since. Following the conversion, PA1 will be delivered for renewed operations in Juni this year.

Port of Amsterdam has expressed their ambition to further reduce ship emissions.

Improving sustainability of their own fleet can make a significant contribution to that.

Following it’s conversion, PA1 will be employed for infrastructure maintenance and patrolling in the Amsterdam harbours.

Choosing for Damen Shipyards, Port of Amsterdam continues the long-lasting cooperation. Apart from the conversion of the PA1, the shipbuilding group has won the maintenance contract for the three other Damen vessels in the Port of Amsterdam fleet, two Stan Tug 1907’s and a Stan Tender 1905. Their knowledge of the vessels and the targeted approach have been decisive in the choice for Damen Shipyards. www.damen.com

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Fugro USV

Project Team wins Energy

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Fugro’s Blue Essence uncrewed surface vessel (USV) has been awarded the Energy Industry Game Changer Award at the 2021 Energy Club WA Award, an initiative of the Australian Institute of Energy (AIE). The award is presented to an individual or team who have made an outstanding contribution to the energy industry resulting in significant advancement of the industry’s knowledge and capability.

The Fugro and Woodside teams were presented with the award following the successful completion of the first entirely remote inspection project on 125 km of Woodside's gas trunklines, utilising the new Blue Essence 12 m USV, Fugro Maali in 2021.

Fugro’s USV offers a unique solution for subsea inspection that requires no offshore crew and demonstrates the many benefits of remote operations such as a reduction in CO2 emissions by up to 97% when compared to a traditional vessel solution, and the ability to remove personnel from high-risk environments. The USV and eROV conducted successful over-the-horizon operations during the project, further demonstrating the capabilities of this technology.

Paul Mullins, Director of Remote Operations for APAC said: “Fugro’s USVs and remote operations are changing the way the industry carries out subsea inspection operations and over the coming year the team will be pushing the boundaries on additional USV capabilities.” www.fugro.com

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ILV GRANUALIE Damen Interceptor

Adaptable Vessel for Hire for Marine Support Services

1503 FRP

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Gibraltar

Gibraltar’s Chief Minister, Fabian Picardo, officially commissioned HMC Sentinel for duty in British Gibraltar Territorial Waters during a ceremony at Custom House on March 2nd. The vessel was presented

by Acting Collector of Customs John Payas, before receiving a blessing from Monsignor Azzopardi in the presence of the Chief Minister and HE the Governor Sir David Steel.

HMC Sentinel is a Damen Interceptor 1503 FRP. The vessel is a custombuilt prototype, the first of its kind, and is the result of a 3-year project with extensive co-operation between Damen Shipyards and it’s client, HM Customs. Specific wishes for performance and equipment were incorporated into the design, resulting in an impressively expedient patrol boat.

14.5m in overall length, Interceptor 1503 FRP can carry 5 crew and 10-12 passengers. With a top speed of 62.5 knots powered by 4 Mercury Verado 400 R outboard engines, it is believed to be the fastest vessel in the bay of Gibraltar. She is the largest and most capable vessel ever commissioned into service with HM Customs Gibraltar.

The vessel’s hull and superstructure are composed of e-glass and carbon reinforced epoxy, the interior accommodation features Ullman Atlantic Shock absorber seats, a stretcher and toilet and galley facilities to support long shifts at sea. HMC Sentinel is fitted with the latest in nautical and communication equipment, including fixed and portable searchlights, radar and GPS. Carlos Gonzalez Martin, Damen Sales Manager for Gibraltar, comments: “This state-of-the-art vessel represents a great collaboration between Damen and Her Majesty’s Customs at Gibraltar. The Interceptor 1503 provides a reliable, top-performing vessel, while at the same time, ensuring a safe and comfortable operation for the crew.”

The Gibraltar Collector of Customs, John Payas, said: ‘I am extremely proud to present HMC Sentinel, which represents a new phase in the development of HM Customs’ maritime operations in terms of capability and operability. Her high speed, enclosed cabin and robustness afford enhanced protection to our officers whilst carrying out their duties in the often volatile and challenging environment that are the British Gibraltar Territorial Waters.

Furthermore, her on board amenities allow for greater comfort affording longer patrol times and increased presence.’

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Wight Shipyard secures new contract to build the future of hybrid technology for Uber Boat

by Thames Clippers Cutting-edge East Cowes shipbuilder secures contract for two new vessels determined to hit carbon net zero targets and deliver the quietest, most efficient passenger ferries in the world.

Britain’s leading aluminium shipbuilder, The Wight Shipyard Co. has secured the new build of two passenger catamarans for operation on the ever-growing Thames commuting and sightseeing line for Uber Boat by Thames Clippers. Building on the shipyard’s proven technology and sustainability credentials and employing some of the highest-skilled personnel in modern shipbuilding based at the iconic Wight Shipyard in East Cowes, the new contract is a significant coup for both the business and the Isle of Wight.

Speaking about the contract, Peter Morton, CEO of The Wight Shipyard Co. commented: “We are delighted that Uber by Thames Clippers has awarded us the contract to build the next generation of Clipper-class vessels utilising the very latest battery-power technology and re-charging options. The Wight Shipyard Co. has built a reputation for meeting and exceeding the demands of a global client base, especially in terms of sustainability where our concentration on weight reduction, build quality, hydro-dynamics and efficiency yields real, tangible results and savings. With the fusion of modern drive technology, we have a highly compelling proposition today.”

The hybrid design will allow the new Uber Boat by Thames Clippers vessels to operate solely on battery power to transport both commuters and sightseers along the Thames throughout the Capital’s central zone between the Tower Bridge and Battersea Power Station piers and recharge while using bio-fuel power outside of Central London. The technology is not reliant on shore-based charging with the new boats using excess power from the bio-fuel engines to re-charge their batteries for the Central London stretch.

Furthermore, the vessels built by The Wight Shipyard Co. will be some of the quietest ever seen in the passenger boat industry and will stand as future-proofed examples of environmental excellence. Sean Collins, Founder and CEO of Uber Boat by Thames Clippers recently commented: “For over 20 years we have been at the forefront of innovation for the river marine sector. We are committed to supporting the sustainable growth, infrastructure and economic development on and around the river to endorse the river’s importance to London as a form of transport. As a business, we are continuing to embrace the emerging technological advances that will see us continue to develop our fleet and infrastructure, thereby supporting a sustainable future in our industry.”

The Wight Shipyard Co. has been a trusted builder of Thames Clipper vessels since 2017 when the shipyard received its first commission. Since then, three of the innovative, high-spec and highly durable Thames Clippers have been built and are a much-loved part of London’s waterway as well as being a vital and eventually net zero carbon commuting option.

And it’s a partnership that is determined to achieve environmental targets as Sean Collins continues: “Uber Boat by Thames Clippers is committed to achieving net zero with all new builds by 2025 and for its wider fleet, infrastructure and environmental footprint by 2040. We’re looking ahead with this hybrid design, ensuring easy conversion to green hydrogen or another renewable energy source – something we’re also focusing heavily on with the new projects we’re undertaking thanks to recent DfT funding. It is the next step in our strategy to net zero and, ultimately, tailpipe zero.”

Peter Morton is unequivocal in his support for the approach: “At The Wight Shipyard Co. we are firmly on the side of those forward-thinking owners and operators that are revolutionising the industry. Our employees have true global expertise in delivering on the net zero challenge for shipbuilding and we are very proud of what is being achieved, as well as receiving awards such as the Queen’s Award for Enterprise, that are the rubber-stamp on our innovative and cost-effective approach to modern shipbuilding. We thank Sean and his team at Thames Clippers for not only recognising that The Wight Shipyard Co. is at the forefront of the aluminium shipbuilding industry but for trusting us to deliver their future. We won’t let them down.” www.wightshipyard.com

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Damen Shipyards inks contract with ST Marine Support to supply a Multi Cat 3313 SD

New Multi Cat with operational draft of just 2.00 metres

The Harlingen, the Netherlands, based maritime services company ST Maine Support has signed a contract with Damen Shipyards for the delivery of a new Damen Multi Cat 3313 SD workboat. Based on the proven Multi Cat 3013, the 3313 is a new addition to Damen’s Multi Cat range and, while it has been developed specifically to meet the needs of ST Marine Support, the new design will be relevant to any operator looking for a multi-purpose vessel optimised for dredging operations in very shallow waters.

The 33-metre Multi Cat 3313 SD has a number of features that optimise it for ultra-shallow water dredging. The most significant of these is its ability to operate in depths down to 2.00 metres, an achievement even

by Damen Multi Cat standards. The equipment package for this vessel includes substantial deck cranes fore and aft, anchor handling, towing and tugger winches, and a 40-tonne A-frame. The high quality accommodation sleeps nine personnel across four cabins. Three, fixed pitch propellers in Optima Ø 1600 mm nozzles deliver 25 tonnes of bollard pull and a speed of ten knots.

The initial build is currently underway at the Safe Shipyard in Gdańsk, Poland, after which it will be moved to Damen Shipyards Hardinxveld in the Netherlands to be completed and fitted out. The delivery is scheduled for March 2023.

The signing ceremony was held before Christmas with Rienk Switijnk and Vasco Tammes representing ST Marine Support, and Managing Director Jos van Woerkum and Commercial Director Jeroen van Woerkum from Damen Shipyards Hardinxveld.

“This new vessel takes our fleet to four Damen Multi Cats,” says Rienk Switijnk, “joining our existing two 3013 and one 3515 models. We have been very pleased with their performance and, with Damen willing to work with us to ensure that our latest addition will be uniquely suited for shallow water operations as well as a range of other duties, it was not a difficult decision to return to them once again.”

The ST Marine Support Multi Cats operate mainly in Europe and Africa and, as well as supporting dredging work, they undertake other projects including cable laying and anchor handling.

“We are very pleased to be building another Multi Cat for ST Marine Support,” added Damen’s Jos van Woerkum. “We have been working together for 15 years now and the versatility of these vessels with their cranes, winches and ample deck space mean that they are a popular choice with charterers. We wish them every success.” www.damen.com

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Pipeshield awarded

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Pipeshield International Limited, a Tekmar Group company, was recently pleased to announce the award of a patent for its high payload multi-lift concrete mattresses solution - the Super-Mat.

Since its invention and patent application, the Super-Mat has been a revelation in the Offshore Energy and Marine Civils markets. Designed as a lifting device when used with Pipeshield’s specialist heavy duty quick release frames the Super-Mat enables the handling of mattresses in stacks, providing substantial savings during vessel mobilisations and offshore installation activities.

The Super-Mat lifting device acts as a base mattress that connects directly to a unique lifting frame. Additional mattresses are then stacked on top and are lifted simultaneously with the Super-Mat carrying the load. This can reduce the number of lifts required by up to 5 times depending on the mattress type. Once loaded on the vessel, the Super-Mat is left in place and can be deployed offshore either as a standard mattress or as a mattress stack for further deployment subsea.

By optimising the loadout and offshore installation process, the Super-Mat solution provides substantial savings on handling, installation and vessel costs, as well as deck space and additional equipment hire charges associated with other commonly used industry practices such as Speedloaders.

Steve Howlett Pipeshield MD commented “Pipeshield’s aim is to deliver the most cost effective and technically viable solutions for applications within our sector of industry. The Super-Mat concept and development is another example of best practice introduced by Pipeshield to improve operational efficiencies and add value to the customer’s bottom line”.

This new patent award illustrates Tekmar Group’s continued investment in its core markets and technology, which aligns with the company’s growth strategy to maintain and strengthen its market leading position, future proof its technologies and diversify into new markets, regionally and across the whole project life-cycle, in offshore wind and marine civils. www.pipeshield.com

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Bayliner expands the

Trophy Series launching

the Trophy T24 Center Console

Building on the successful Trophy Series and its strategy to increase boater participation through its intuitive and feature-rich designs, today Bayliner announced the launch of the Trophy T24 Center Console (T24CC). The newest model as part of the Trophy lineup made its official debut at the Miami International Boat Show in February.

“The Trophy Series represents one of the most versatile models within our center console line-up blending fishability and affordability in a way that is attracting seasoned anglers and first-time boaters in record numbers,” said Benoit Verley, President, Brunswick Venture Group. “We’re excited to expand our Trophy lineup offering our consumers additional capacity with the same convenience features found across the Bayliner brand, as well as new options designed to enhance the on-water experience.”

With an overall length of 24 feet and starting at $64,900, the Trophy T24CC brings a high-performing, family-friendly center console fishing boat to the market at a price that will attract entry-level and experienced boaters alike. Built on a deep v-hull foundation, the T24CC expands Bayliner’s centre console capabilities accommodating up to 12 people onboard with increased fuel capacity, rugged fishability and more storage.

From bow to stern, the T24CC features: •

Beam forward hull design with the deepest freeboard of all Trophy models offering improved fishing ergonomics • Increased fuel capacity (100 gallons), livewell (21 gallons) and baitwell (15 gallons) for a full day of fun and fishing on the water • Central command center featuring dual 6-foot insulated fishboxes and standard canvas T-top with an optional fiberglass hardtop • Fold-away rear bench seating offering a transom walkthrough for easy swimming platform access Additionally, the T24CC is powered by a standard 225HP Mercury Marine outboard engine with optional packages up to 300HP offering award-winning performance and reliability. www.bayliner.com

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Réalt na Farraige being lowered into Aberdeen harbour.

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Dales Marine celebrates the successful

launch of a new vessel build in Aberdeen

Dales Marine Services Ltd (Dales Marine), a leading UK Ship repair & maintenance company, celebrates the launch of its new vessel in Aberdeen harbour.

In June 2021, Dales Marine secured a contract to fabricate a new multi-cat style vessel platform to support the Aquaculture sector. Build of the new vessel, named the Réalt na Farraige, commenced in July 2021.

Réalt na Farraige was lowered into the water for the first time on the 5th March 2022 at the Dales Marine’s facilities in Aberdeen, with quayside support services provided by Whytes Crane Hire and McIntosh Plant Hire. The Dales Marine’s Aberdeen dry dock last saw a new vessel build over 33 years ago when Hall Russell operated the dock.

The launch of the Réalt na Farraige is a monumental occasion and represents a significant project for Dales Marine.

It has delivered several firsts for the business, including the first vessel they’ve built and the first vessel to be built in Aberdeen for a long time.

The vessel’s initial sea-water launch marks the completion of over eight months’ work by the Dales team. Over thirty technicians and engineers, with trades including platers, welders, electrical engineers, and hydraulic engineers, have been utilised in the build. The project has also involved Dales Marine’s Aberdeen-based apprentices. Gary Norrie, Project Manager, has overseen the complete project, including managing the build process and the vessel’s launch, and will oversee both the harbour and sea trials and the client handover.

“Today is a very proud moment for myself and my team here at Dales Marine. I have worked for Dales Marine for the last 14 years, and today has to be the most memorable of all those years. It has been a test for each and every one of us during the build over the last 8 - 9 months. From the day the first flat steel plate was brought into our workshop to the last brushstroke of paint applied, it has been a challenge and an exciting one for us all. The experience and skill utilised on this build by the team have been second to none.” commented Garry Norrie, Project Manager at Dales Marine Services.

Gary continued: “Today marks a memorable milestone in Scottish shipbuilding history; the Réalt na Farraige is the first built vessel here at Dales Marine Services Ltd and the first vessel launched here at this shipyard in over 33 years. Exciting times lie ahead at Dales Marine Shipyard in the shipbuilding industry. I want to thank our skilled team that helped make this project become a reality and get us to where we are today and also a special thanks to McIntosh Plant Hire & Whytes Cranes for the assistance with today’s launch.”

After entering the water, Réalt na Farraige was moored in its final berth before she completes her harbour and sea trials, following which she will sail, to the Dales Marine site in Greenock for the final handover to the client.

“The Réalt na Farraige build has been an exciting opportunity for Dales Marine. The company is renowned for its expertise and experience in vessel engineering and repurposing vessels. This project has been a fantastic opportunity to showcase the Dales Marine’s skills that have been required to build this new multi-cat style vessel. It has been a great privilege to be part of this project. The vessel is a testament to the outstanding work undertaken to complete the build within an eight-month window.” said Michael Milne, CEO, Dales Marine Services. www.dalesmarine.co.uk

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Doosan Tier III compliant engines available from Watermota

Watermota are pleased to have already received orders for Doosan IMO TIER III compliant engines to be installed into 5 new build vessels currently being built in the UK, along with further orders for the repower of vessels now requiring TIER III solutions.

The company has engines in the workshop which are being readied for despatch along with further engines arriving by the end of April.

Watermota already have experience dealing with surveying authorities regarding repower of vessels that now require IMO TIER III compliance and can offer some clarification in this area if required.

These Doosan engines are best suited to commercial applications including fishing boats, ferries and workboats but we also have the option higher rated engines that can be used in the leisure sector such as fast fishing vessels and small tour boats.

Doosan Electronic Engine Key features: • Advanced Fuel Injection System, Common Rail and Bosch ECU and engine control system • Compliance with emission regulation (Satisfy IMO Tier II/III) • SCR technology is used for IMO Tier III • Increased durability of key components through design changes and material enhancements Doosan Infracore ranks among the world’s leading makers of engines to build and maintain global infrastructure.

Doosan’s Marine diesel engines meet both IMO TIER II & IMO Tier III emission standards and have attained both type approval and full class approval from major marine classification societies such as DNV-GL, BV, RINA & KR. Through continuous improvement and investing in the latest technology Doosan strive to be a top tier engine manufacturer that leads the market through innovation and growth. www.watermota.co.uk

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Wartsila will deliver LNG fuel equipment and electrical systems for a new RoRo being built for Australian operato

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The technology group Wartsila will supply main and auxiliary engines, fuel storage tanks, gas handling equipment and electrical systems for a new RoRo being built for Australian operator SeaRoad Shipping.

The 210 metre-long vessel is under construction at the Flensburger Schiffbau-Gesellschaft (FSG) shipyard in Germany. The vessel will operate primarily on LNG fuel. Wartsila’s depth of experience and in-house know-how on LNG systems was a major consideration in the award of the contract.

The vessel will be powered by two Wartsila 46DF dual-fuel main engines and three Wartsila 20DF dual-fuel auxiliary engines. The Fuel Gas Handling System and LNG tanks are designed with the Gas Valve Units (GVUs) integrated into the tank connection space. This solution is unique to Wartsila and reduces the amount of piping needed, facilitating easier installation.

Wartsila will deliver almost every electrical system on board. This includes bridge consoles with integrated navigation, redundant dual-gyro compass systems, nautical sensors, external communication systems, power take-in and take-out (PTI/PTO) shaft alternators with multi-drive technology, monitoring and control systems, switchboards, internal communication, and safety systems as well as lighting.

Wartsila will design and integrate the entire electrical package, as well as delivering the cable network. The integration project continues a successful partnership between FSG and Wartsila in this area lasting more than 25 years.

“We recognise Wartsila’s strong capabilities in LNG-related technologies, as well as their capabilities in electrical systems, and these solutions are an excellent fit for this vessel,” said Philip Maracke, CEO, FSG. “We thank Wartsila for its excellent support and cooperation during the various phases of this project.”

Matthias Becker, General Manager Sales, Wartsila Marine Power, commented, “We have enjoyed a very positive relationship with both the yard and the owners throughout this project. SeaRoad is committed to sustainable practices, and this very much aligns with our own commitment to the decarbonisation of shipping operations. The solutions selected for this vessel promote these ambitions.”

Electrical installation will commence in this year, whilst the bulk of Wartsila equipment is scheduled for delivery to the yard during the first half of 2023; the ship is expected to be completed by the end of 2023. The vessel will have 3,987 lane metres for various freight units and will sail on Bass Strait, between Melbourne, Victoria and Devonport on the Australian island state of Tasmania. www.wartsila.com

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Flotte Hamburg draws up a positive balance

New Hamburg Fire Fighting Vessels Dresden and Prag impress with their environmentally friendly diesel-electric hybrid propulsion and battery systems from EST-Floattech.

After the first 100 days of operation, operator Flotte Hamburg is completely satisfied with the two new firefighting ships Dresden and Prague: "Due to the full approval for the use of the EST battery system 'Green Orca 1050' on inland waterway vessels, which was already available at the start of the project, the first hybrid ships of the Hamburg fleet were successfully put into operation in close cooperation with Damen Shipyards and the electrical and automation project partner Royal Van der Leun," reports Christof Sacher, the responsible project manager at Flotte Hamburg, a subsidiary of the Hamburg Port Authority (HPA).

Flotte Hamburg, fleet manager for the 50 ships of the ‘Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg’ since 2017, is implementing its environmental strategy for both fire-fighting boats. The 5-pillar concept includes the switch to low-emission fuels (pillar I), as well as exhaust aftertreatment for new purchases (pillar II), retrofitting existing ships (pillar III) and efficient ship operation (pillar V). An example of Pillar IV - innovative drive technologies – is the battery-buffered diesel-electric hybrid drive, which optimally combines power, reliability and environmental protection.

The battery system for the two ships, which are 35.50 m (l) x 7.80 m (w) and have a maximum speed of 12 knots, was supplied by Dutch energy technology company EST-Floattech, which has ten years of experience in developing and installing lithium batteries on ships. The Green Orca 1050 modules, certified by the classification society DNV, each have a total battery capacity of 315 kWh. The plug-in hybrid allows up to four hours of fully electric and therefore emission-free travel through the port at an average speed.

An important aspect in selecting the battery systems was the safety of using the lithium-ion batteries. "We apply high-quality pouch battery cells that ensure high-energy density, good heat dissipation and highenergy efficiency," explains Marc Mühlenbeck, Sales Account Manager at EST-Floattech Hamburg, the company's German subsidiary, founded in 2021. “In addition, two independent battery management systems monitor and control safe charging and discharging. Other safety features include a fireproof housing and a venting system in the event of a thermal runaway.”

This system has proven itself in practice: "Due to the user-friendly implementation of the on-board power management and the smooth integration of the batteries as a reliable backbone of the on-board energy supply, the hybrid drive has enjoyed full acceptance among the crews since the first day of operation, contrary to initial reservations," says Sacher. "In particular, the almost noiseless propulsion system when sailing electrically and the fact that a classic blackout of the ship is virtually impossible, from the basis for this popularity. In the project phase, the compact structure of the batteries as an encapsulated system and the high safety standard in terms of design and monitoring by the integrated Battery Management System (BMS) were decisive."

The new propulsion technology has also been well received by the crews: "I'm delighted with the handling of the two fire-fighting vessels in hybrid mode," says Melvin Siebold, Captain at Flotte Hamburg. "As captain, I can not only carry out extremely precise manoeuvres, but also navigate large parts of the port of Hamburg in battery mode in an anticipatory sailing style. In addition to pleasant, noiseless sailing, I also observe that my colleagues are not exposed to exhaust fumes when working on deck.”

Both the Prag, which is on full-time charter for the Hamburg Fire Brigade, and the Dresden, used multifunctionally by the HPA (e.g. for building inspections) and the fire brigade, were built at Damen Shipyards Hardinxveld.

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MJR Power and Automation secures repeat contract with North East UK boat builder

MJR Power and Automation, the UK’s leading marine power and electrical engineering specialists‚ has continued its busy start to 2022 with the award of a second contract win from a leading North East Shipbuilder.

The business, headquartered in Teesside, will see it deliver the main electrical switchboards and distribution panels for the new build fishing vessel.

The contract includes the full design, construction, and approval by Bureau Veritas (BV) marine classification society for the main switchboard, power management system, electrical distribution boards and auxiliary panels.

Construction is underway at their manufacturing facility in Stockton-on-Tees with delivery scheduled for Q1 2022.

Speaking about the contract award, Paul Cairns, Managing Director at MJR Power and Automation said: “We are delighted with this recent contract awarded by the leading North East shipbuilder to delivery this scope of works.”

“We are very proud of the repeat level of business we receive from our clients and see this as a true testament to our team’s expertise and quality with the design, engineering and construction of marine power and automation systems.”

MJR Power and Automation is the only company of its size based in the UK to offer a complete end to end electrical engineering solution across the marine, offshore & energy sectors. As such, it has the ability to be nimble and dynamic to meet the technically complex marine power, electrical and automation engineering needs for its clients on a local, national and international scale. www.mjrpower.com

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Shipping’s future fuel ambitions boosted through choice of WinGD LNG dual-fuel engines in ammonia-ready container vessels

WinGD’s X92DF engine

Swiss engine designer WinGD has confirmed an X-DF2.0 order for LNG dual-fuel, ammonia-ready vessels. Four 14,000 TEU container ships for Singapore-based Pacific International Lines (PIL), being built at the Jiangnan shipyard in China, will feature state-of-the-art WinGD X92DF-2.0 dualfuel engines capable of operating on both gas and liquid fuels.

Signalling a clear commitment to the environment the engines will be fitted with WinGD’s latest GHG emission reducing technology iCER (Intelligent Control by Exhaust Recycling) which delivers enhanced combustion control. This creates an energy consumption reduction of 3% in gas mode, and fuel consumption savings of up to 5% in diesel mode, while reducing methane slip by as much as 50% in gas mode.

Volkmar Galke, Director of Sales for WinGD said: “We have made a firm commitment to the energy transition, and to delivering engine technologies capable of operating with clean alternative marine fuels. Working with technology focused customers like PIL ensures that we will reach these goals. This first order for ammonia-ready vessels with our dual-fuel, lowpressure X92DF-2.0 engines reflects our capabilities in offering customers zero-carbon or carbon-neutral fuel solutions. It means that our customers can already invest today with confidence in future fuel-ready engine technology.”

The delivery of these vessels, with the first due in August 2024, is in line with WinGD’s broader ambition to grow sales of multi-fuel engines capable of operating on carbonneutral fuels to 50% of the company’s order book by 2030. This is in line with the industry’s predictions as to when these fuels will be available at scale.

With the advancements offered by WinGD technology and digital solutions such as WinGD’s Integrated Digital Expert (WiDE) system, also featured on this order to offer remote support, the company has also established a strong global training network in parallel to equip crews with the skills needed to operate these vessels of tomorrow.

PIL has been a customer with WinGD since 2013 and has vessels operating with the company’s popular X72 and X92 engines. The reliable operational performance and efficiency of these engines was cited as an important factor in the award of this latest order. www.wingd.com

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Scottish Water has received a ‘Client Award’ from the Association of Diving Contractors (ADC) UK in recognition of work to improve diver safety by improving their contractor selection and diving procedures.

Steve Wilson, H&S Manager and Peter Farrer, Scottish Water’s chief operating officer, received the award on behalf of the company in a ceremony at the offices of Burntisland-based Briggs Marine, experts in coastal, nearshore, offshore and subsea operations, who nominated the utility for the award.

In recent times the company have been working with an Aberdeen based Diving Technical Authority (DTA), or diving consultancy, DiveSource, to review and improve its Standards and processes relating to diving operations.

Scottish Water now have an increased number of diving contractors available to them, which will improve geographical coverage and response times in the event of emergencies or similar incidents which require help from divers. A Scottish Water diving standard has also been developed that sets out clear guidance on when and how to use diving contractors.

Steve Wilson, who led the review with the DTA and diving companies,commented: "Working with DiveSource has really improved our understanding of the regulations, the hazardous environment that these companies operate in and the robust safety standards that must be maintained to ensure these dives are carried out safely. Improving our diving procedures benefits not only Scottish Water and the individual diving companies, but also other organisations who may use their services in the future. I’m pleased Scottish Water is helping to support this important sector.”

Sarah Hutcheon, Managing Director at DiveSource, added: "As a company that requires a great deal of diving to be carried out on its assets throughout the country, Scottish Water has recognised that the management of diving projects requires highly robust internal processes and a specific set of knowledge and skills.

"They have set out to ensure they have those and, by working with DiveSource, they have developed their tools and procedures and are in the midst of rolling out industry-leading online training to all relevant staff. Having also carried out a due diligence plan on their Diving Contractors, ultimately, they are contributing to an increase in diver safety on all their jobs in Scotland.” www.scottishwater.co.uk

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Angel investor is supporting the R&D focus on expanding autonomy from autonomous underwater and surface vehicles to the hydroacoustic payloads they carry.

A new round of funding has strengthened hydroacoustic technology specialist Subsea Europe Service GmbH’s commitment to taking autonomous technologies to the next level for marine survey applications.

The investment boosts the company’s unique approach which focuses on the integration of new generation smart, A.I. and machine learning enabled hydroacoustic systems with diverse survey platforms including Autonomous Underwater Vehicles, Unmanned Surface Vessels, and crewed vessels as survey motherships.

Subsea Europe Services is working with several autonomy-focused partners globally and the first fruits of these collaborations will be shown as early as this month, during demonstrations of a new solution created with MARTAC Inc., and based on the highperformance Mantas T12 Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) with a tightly integrated hydrographic survey payload.

The solution is expected to be ready for operation in May, with short, on-demand surveys at offshore wind farms projected to drive demand for the combination of a high-speed USV and increased autonomous payload functionality.

“The autonomous and unmanned platforms available today are incredibly advanced, but survey technology payloads are still complex systems that require an experienced and professional operator to utilise properly,” commented Soren Themann, CEO, Subsea Europe Services.

“This investment is a platform for our on-going autonomy R&D, which aims to unlock more agility and efficiency through the seamless integration of survey system and platform to create a single, holistic solution that ultimately, will collect more data, of higher quality and at a faster rate than traditional survey operations,” added Luis Carlo Soto, Survey Manager, Subsea Europe Services. www.subsea-europe.com

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EIVA’s complete ROV subsea inspection and control software solution brings a new user experience to VideoRay Defender ROVs

VideoRay’s remotely operated vehicle (ROV) Defender model is now powered by NaviSuite Mobula software. With this software, operators of Defender ROVs can benefit from a high degree of automation during planning, inspection and reporting – enabling autonomous operations.

“EIVA leads the world in survey software and VideoRay leads in ROV technology. Our partnership goes back years – we’ve always been very impressed with EIVA’s technology and innovation. By integrating our ROVs with NaviSuite Mobula software, the two technologies combine to provide the most effective solution for many survey and search missions.” commented Scott Bentley, CEO of VideoRay. NaviSuite Mobula is a plug-and-play ROV software package with many advanced features for automatically and efficiently planning and performing inspections. The software for example provides automated navigation options that make use of the wide range of positioning sensors supported. Users can achieve even more autonomy by working with EIVA’s team to integrate automatic target registration with NaviSuite Deep Learning – thereby ensuring they don’t miss any details during inspections.

This high-end ROV software enables efficient piloting not only through automated navigation, but by helping operators gain situational awareness with a user-defined GUI that allows for simultaneous views of for example 2D, 3D and 4D model visualisations. NaviSuite Mobula also yields comprehensive data deliverables such as 3D visualisations or videos which the end-client can work with. These visualisations consist of highly accurate data thanks to its seamless software integration with hardware, as well as tools for real-time quality control.

“EIVA’s vision with NaviSuite Mobula is to offer a cutting-edge ROV control software package that enables autonomous and automated operations through use of latest AI and robotics control technologies - all at an affordable price.” said Jeppe Nielsen, CEO of EIVA. NaviSuite Mobula is ready to support a wide variety of Defender ROV users, as it is available in different variants tailored to their needs, whether they want a solution for advanced ROV steering only or a streamlined solution supporting data acquisition and post-processing. Prices start at €2.199 annually, with the option to purchase daily or monthly subscriptions. It is currently available ’off the shelf‘ as an extended option with Defender units – and existing VideoRay customers can easily replace their current software with NaviSuite Mobula. www.eiva.com

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Sonardyne navigation and positioning technology helps locate Shackleton’s historic Endurance

After more than 100 years lost more than 3,000m underneath sea ice in the Antarctic’s Weddell Sea, the almost fully intact wreck of Ernest Shackleton’s Endurance has been found, supported with underwater navigation and positioning technology from Sonardyne.

The pioneering search, launched in February this year, saw the Endurance22 team deploy Saab Seaeye Sabertooth hybrid autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) from the icebreaking polar supply and research ship S.A. Agulhas II. During their hunt of the seabed, close to where the 1914-1917 expedition came to its end, these underwater robots used Sonardyne’s SPRINT-Nav hybrid acoustic-inertial navigation system (INS) technology navigate their search routes. They also used Sonardyne’s AvTrak 6 tracking and telemetry transceiver, to send commands and position updates from a Ranger 2 Ultra-Short BaseLine (USBL) system, also from Sonardyne, onboard the S.A. Agulhas II. “It is amazing what the team have achieved, given the extreme depths and under ice conditions they were working in,” says Geraint West, Head of Science at Sonardyne, who has himself been involved in hunting for wrecks in the Antarctic. “The stunning condition of the Endurance as it rests on the seabed, like it’s been frozen in time, really is astounding and beyond our wildest hopes.

“We’re thrilled that it was our positioning and navigation technology and expertise that were chosen to support this what can only be called extreme science mission and we congratulate the Endurance22 team on their historic discovery. I’m sure this is also just the start of the story, as we begin to learn more about remains of this historic ship.”

For ease of deployment, the Ranger 2 was configured with a Gyro USBL transceiver This comes with inbuilt attitude, heading and reference sensor (AHRS) and is pre-calibrated, making it easy to deploy on vessels of opportunity. A second Ranger 2 Gyro USBL system was also on hand, ready to be deployed from the surface of the ice, if the S.A. Agulhas was unable to get through the Weddell Sea’s sea-ice. Both were LMF systems, enabling tracking at ranges beyond 7,000m, to meet the Endurance22 team’s potential under-ice tracking requirements.

Sonardyne’s sister company, Voyis, also had equipment on the project. Its Insight Pro and Observer stills camera were integrated into the Saab Sabertooth to generate 3D models and capture highresolution true colour images of the wreck, all geolocated by Sonardyne navigation data. www.sonardyne.com

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Cougar XTi for Japan’s offshore renewables

Japan’s growing offshore wind industry now benefits from a Saab Seaeye Cougar XTi underwater robotic vehicle for cable burial inspection and other roles.

Kaiyo Engineering has acquired the 2000m rated Cougar, incorporating intelligent control architecture, for deployment from their 250 ton ship, the Kaiyo Maru.

The ship is one of a fleet of vessels belonging to Kaiyo Engineering, the only privately owned research and observation company in Japan.

The Cougar XTi adds to Kaiyo’s portfolio of Saab Seaeye robots that already include a Leopard and a Falcon.

In addition to its cable inspection role, the Cougar will also be used by Kaiyo Engineering to cover additional Leopard work.

Worldwide, Saab Seaeye robots play a dominant role in offshore renewables, as they are technologically suited for the challenges involved in building and maintaining structures and interconnections.

The Cougar XTi is a particular favourite. With its six powerful thrusters it can hold steady in cross currents and operate with precise manoeuvrability whilst fitted with a wide array of equipment.

Kaiyo’s Cougar comes with four Imenco cameras, a Tritech SeaKing sonar, Nortek DVL and station-keeping software, and a five-function heavy duty manipulator with camera.

Its intelligent iCON™ behaviour-based ecosystem endows each device with its own microprocessor for individual control and real-time feedback, in a modular future-flexible system that allows for further development and innovation.

The entire Kaiyo Cougar XTi operational configuration includes a launch and recovery system (LARS), tether management system (TMS) and 20ft control cabin and workshop.

Supporting the successful acquisition of the Cougar and other robotic systems is Saab Seaeye’s distributor in Japan, Marimex Japan K.K. www.saabseaeye.com

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Savannah dredging completed

Dredging at the Port of Savannah has been completed by the US Army Corps of Engineers as part of the ongoing long-term port expansion program.

Port officials made note that it was more than 20 years in the making and will be a key contributor to their growth plans.

The $973 million (USD), USACE lead project lasted six and a half years. They partnered with the Georgia Department of Transportation and the Georgia Ports Authority and multiple contractors and agencies, with Weeks Marine completing the final portion of the operation.

The project involved deepening a 40-mile stretch of the Savannah River between the port and the Atlantic Ocean. The waterway was deepened by five feet giving the channel and harbor a depth of 47 feet, which according to port officials means larger and heavier vessels will be able to enter the port and will be able CSS Georgia - remnants recovered to navigate without having to wait for tides. The Savannah Harbor Expansion Project was designed to permit 16,000+ TEU vessels to transit the river with greater scheduling flexibility.

The project included recovering remnants of the CSS Georgia, a civil war ironclad that rested some 40 feet below the river's surface, as well as other Revolutionary and Civil War artifacts.

USCAE also noted that they incorporated environmental mitigation features into the project due to the proximity of the channel to sensitive estuarine resources. This included installing a dissolved oxygen system, re-routing freshwater flow in the upper harbor, and preserving 2,245 acres of freshwater wetlands for the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge.

Officials from the Georgia Ports Authority also recently unveiled plans to expand the port’s container capacity by 60 percent. For 2021, they reported a 20 percent growth in TEU noting that the GPA moved a record 5.6 million TEUs. The dredging is part of an enhancement plan that will bring the Port of Savannah’s annual capacity from six million TEU to nine and a half million TEUs by 2025.

“Higher demand for our services is the reason we have expedited major expansions at the Port of Savannah,” said GPA Board Chairman Joel Wooten Tel: +44(0) 2392 472710 during the 2022 state of the port briefing in February. “Georgia’s growing Mob: +44(0) 7850 473713 manufacturing, distribution, and retail sectors will mean additional cargo E-Mail: info@fdsukltd.com through the Port of Savannah, driving the need for increased container Web: www.fdsukltd.com handling capacity.”

Projects now underway will add 1.7 million TEUs of annual capacity in four months. Seeking to deal with the surge in volumes, the GPA added TEU Diver R.O.V. & Crane Operated Dredging Systems. Multipurpose & capacity with six pop-up container yards as well as expanded space at the Mini dredging systems for the removal of fines, silt, mud’s, drill cuttings, Garden City Terminal. By June this year, they will make room for another sand, grit, gravel, shingle, shale & general debris. Suitable for confined 820,000 TEUs as well as additional upriver capacity. Separately, the Garden space operations or locations where access is a problem. All on-shore City Terminal West project will add up to one million TEUs in phases by 2024. civil applications. Shallow & deepwater offshore support operations.

Savannah is also increasing the size of its Berth 1, increasing on-dock Renewables. Complete ready to use self operational systems available capacity by 25 percent. In the spring of 2023, the expanded berth will allow for use worldwide. Stillage packed or deepwater offshore containerised units. Long & short term rentals. Sales. Wide scope of operations. Savannah to simultaneously serve four 16,000 TEU vessels as well as three additional ships. The renovations will add an estimated 1.5 million TEUs per Lightweight, road & air transportable environmentally friendly units. year of berth capacity.

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UK’s Weston-superMare lake dredging underway

Remedial works to clear in excess of 30,000 tonnes of silt from a South West of England lake have begun.

North Somerset Council has been granted permission for the dredging at Westonsuper-Mare as part of a £700,000 project, which also aims to revitalise Clevedon and Portishead's coastal lakes.

Jan Doyle, from volunteer group Mudlarks, said one of the important aspects of getting Marine Lake sorted was the provision of free swimming and with these works the lake is due to re-open in June.

Ms Doyle stated that re-opening the lake will assist the town in ‘levelling up’. She continued: "Weston has certain socio-economic problem, so to have an asset like this is going to be wonderful.

"And we have teachers ready to give cold-water swimming lessons to adults and children."

She continued: “A huge benefit is that it will provide a free swimming area for everyone 24/7, all year round" Councillor Mike Solomon said: “It has been frustrating waiting for the necessary Marine Management Organisation licence” but continued that he is "excited for the work to begin”.

Ms Doyle added: "It's going to be a spectacle to watch."

She said according to the licence the dredging has to be finished by the middle of May, then the new sluice gates will go in which, unlike the old ones, will now be able to open. www.n-somerset.gov.uk

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Leading wet civil engineering firm Land & Water has completed phase two of works at the ‘Unlocking the Severn’ fish pass construction site at Holt Weir, along the River Severn in Worcestershire.

On behalf of its client Kier, the penstocks have now opened with the main fish pass works complete and signed off, enabling the rare migratory fish, the shad, to travel to their natural spawning grounds for the first time in nearly 180 years.

The fish pass will also benefit salmon, eels and lamprey.

Having been involved in the project since the beginning of 2020, Land & Water has achieved many milestones during this project from championing new ways of working due to the Coronavirus pandemic to delivering one of the biggest crane and pontoon arrangements in the business’ history.

Lucy Lee, Contracts Manager at Land & Water, said: “We are extremely proud of the works we have carried out during one of the largest river restorations of its kind ever attempted in Europe.

“Land & Water is committed towards delivering, maintaining and sustaining the UK’s natural capital, improving the ecosystem of our waterways for years to come whilst also increasing biodiversity.

“Despite the challenges presented to us during this project including the Coronavirus pandemic and the River Severn being an unpredictable environment to work in, the Land & Water team worked safely and collaboratively in order to protect the local aquatic life and I would like to thank each and every person that has been involved.”

Funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and the European Union LIFE programme, ‘Unlocking the Severn’, a project led by the Canal & River Trust with partners Severn Rivers Trust, Environment Agency and Natural England, will restore connectivity on the UK’s longest river and aims to deliver ambitious heritage, education and science programmes that will reconnect millions of people with the river. www.land-water.co.uk

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Danish biotech company to create more sustainable shipping

The Danish biotech company Cysbio may have broken the code on how to eliminate copper in ship’s paint. The copper is replaced with sustainable and biodegradable eelgrass acid.

Shipping is one of the biggest logistical industries in global trade. Almost all the thousands of container ships and other boats that sail the world ocean daily are coated with antifouling paint, which prevents invasive species from attacking the ships’ hull, thereby increasing the ships’ water resistance.

Unfortunately, there are many harmful chemicals in the paints available today, such as copper. The Danish company Cysbio has found the solution. They have developed and patented a fermentation technology to produce chemicals that are difficult to manufacture such as eelgrass acid. It’s a quantum leap in research, as eelgrass acid can be used to prevent all kinds of microbes and even larger organisms from attaching to surfaces. It can therefore be used in antifouling paint for ships, thereby avoiding the use of environmentally harmful materials.

“Current antifouling paint is primarily based on older technology in the form of traditional heavy metal containing biocides, primarily copper, and it’s proven difficult to produce a more sustainable substitute. In nature, there’s a plant that holds the solution to the problem, namely eelgrass, which has its own antifouling mechanism to eliminate unwanted microorganisms by producing eelgrass acid,” said Henrik Meyer, CEO of Cysbio.

“Eelgrass only produces a tiny amount of eelgrass acid, so extraction directly from the eelgrass plant material is not affordable and production by chemical synthesis is also too expensive to allow commercial use. However, by brewing the acid, much like brewing beer, using our genetically engineered microorganisms to make eelgrass acid, we can make production much cheaper and based on renewable carbon sources, thereby making the whole process and the antifouling products fully sustainable.” he continued

No alternatives until now

Without antifoulants in the paint, invasive organisms attack the ship’s hull, which increases the ship’s frictional resistance, decreases speed, while fuel usage and shipping costs skyrocket. The ship also emits more CO2 and risks spreading invasive microorganisms from one ecosystem to another. For these reasons, there haven’t been any financial or environmental advantage in eliminating biocides in antifouling paints.

“The problem is that the harmful effects of not using antifouling agents have been so great that we have chosen to live with copper accumulation. But now, as we can produce eelgrass acid, we can use more environmentally friendly chemistry and thereby avoid copper and other harmful components in our seawater,” added Henrik Meyer.

Jens Tørslev from the independent research organization, DHI Water Environment Health, which specializes in aquaculture, agrees that the pros and cons of antifouling ship's paint make for a hard balance. He notes that developments in antifouling will help the shipping industry and, in the long run, the environment.

“The industry is aware of the paint’s unwanted effects, and earlier, there have been attempts to tighten the regulation for the use of chemical substances in ship’s paint. But the paint still contains some copper, and too much copper in the water can show their effects on the ecosystem. Now, there are alternatives for the industry, and that’s positive,” Jens Tørsløv explained.

Prohibition is gaining ground

Due to the lack of alternatives, antifouling paints containing copper are still permitted, but environmental authorities the world over have started to counteract. Sweden has fully banned ships with copper paint in the Bay of Bothnia and freshwater lakes, while the Netherlands and California has introduced restrictions that prohibit the sale of ship paint with high concentrations of copper for yachts and recreational vessels.

“It’s crucial that corporations and politicians drive this development. Companies that produce ship’s paint must take part in product development, as they will actively be using these new chemicals in the future. It will take some development work, but it will create great market value for the first companies who enter the market with these new products, and we are prepared to help and cooperate with them,” said Henrik Meyer.

“The current method with chemical and copper-containing paint is expensive and unsustainable, so it makes both economic and environmental sense to replace these less wanted components with more environmentally friendly solutions.” www.cysbio.com

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SURVITEC SEAHAVEN SUCCESSFULLY PASSES HEAVY WEATHER SEATRIALS Survitec’s awardwinning Seahaven Advanced Evacuation System has successfully passed heavy weather sea trials.

Seahaven was deployed from EDT Jane, an 80m offshore support vessel. The test was carried out in line with the SOLAS requirements for Novel Appliances, which requires the test to be performed in conditions that do not drop below six on the Beaufort Scale.

Key representatives from leading classification society Lloyd's Register were in attendance, with observers from UK MCA also onboard the vessel.

Seahaven, a novel lifeboat system that offers Helical slide-based mass evacuation from large passenger vessels, passed the rigorous HWST programme.

This is a huge step forward in the critical development of Seahaven which brings this game-changing cruise evacuation system one step closer to full market introduction.

Ron Krisanda, Executive Chairman, Survitec, said: “This is a major milestone in the development of cruise safety technology. Passing HWSTs demonstrates that Seahaven has exceeded the highest safety performance standards.”

The two craft system has a total capacity of 1060 persons and can travel independently at six knots for 24 hours.

Survitec now looks ahead to the next steps of this project, working with its customers on the introduction of this game-changing solution to their operations. www.survitecgroup.com

Measure metal thickness through coatings and GRP with one gauge!

The New Multigauge 5650 Surveyor Thickness Gauge has been designed specifically for ship and small craft surveyors.

The user has a choice of Multiple Echo, Echo to Echo or Single Echo to cover all requirements when inspecting steel or GRP vessels. The gauge automatically switches modes and settings depending on the type of probe fitted.

The Multigauge 5300 GRP Thickness Gauge is a simple, robust ultrasonic thickness gauge for checking the condition of Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP). It is supplied as a complete kit with a 19mm hard faced single crystal probe.

Both gauges have Datalogging versions where measurements can be logged using a grid or string format. Wireless technology transmits the data to dedicated Communicator software on a PC. All gauges come with free annual calibration for the life of the gauge and a 3 year warranty.

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Mustang Survival range of

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The eagerly anticipated launch of Mustang Survival’s new technical clothing range is finally here, with the opening of a ‘shop within a shop’ retail experience at the YouBoat store in Swanwick, Hampshire, UK. With products available now and the official store opening ceremony scheduled for 9th April 2022, this store will be a focal point of Mustang Survival in the UK. It showcases the full suite of technical clothing designed and tested in Vancouver, Canada, from the inshore and versatile Taku range to the offshore and rugged EP 6.5 Ocean Racing range.

“We are excited to launch our range of technical clothing into the UK market at Swanwick,” said Matt Bridge, Global Commercial Director. “By partnering with YouBoat we are able to meet the demand for hands-on access to the highest performing maritime gear, while also making the products available at other YouBoat retail stores and online at www.youboatmarine.com”.

Mustang Survival’s move to the UK and Europe is another cornerstone in its rich history. Their pursuit of delivering confidence to those operating in and out of the water heralds from their beginnings in the 1960’s. From the Navy Seals to the coastguard, to professional marine athletes, Mustang Survival’s cliental through the years have presented a plethora of operating environments which leave no room for error. These requirements continue to the present day and has motivated them to develop their HQ, the Mustang Waterlife Studio.

More than just a manufacturing facility, the Mustang Waterlife Studio houses a full science lab to test human physiology and material properties, plus a prototyping shop and testing pool to trial new products. The site is a hub of motivated engineers and out-of-the-box thinkers.

To add to Mustang Survival’s testing capability is the nearby and mighty Fraser River and infamous Pacific Ocean. These environments enable real-world, real-time testing that allows the boundaries of product design to be pushed. Mustang Survival also works closely with marine professionals to ensure each product performs right when it needs to.

All of this passion, experience and expertise feeds directly into the range of clothing now available for customers in the UK through YouBoat.

To further discover Mustang Survival, and to learn about what goes into making the highest performing maritime gear, check out the Mustang Survival YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/MustangSurvival.

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Damen Maaskant wins Shellfish

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Damen Maaskant Shipyards is working hard for the development of a maritime industry without harmful emissions. Their contributions to a future proof fleet have been acknowledged on Thursday March 17th at the Shellfish Conference. Representative from the province of Zeeland, Jo-Annes de Bat, presented to yard managing director Eric Moerkerk the esteemed ’Shellfish Sustainability and Innovation Prize 2022’.

‘The road to Zero Impact’ is the title of the trade show booth and webinar that Damen Maaskant is presenting at the Shellfish Conference. The seventh edition of this international show about catching and farming of shellfish is being held March 17th and 18th at the isle Neeltje Jans, once the working station of the vessels and civil engineers that built the Oosterschelde Storm shutters.

At the busy stand, where joy about the prize wining is experienced, yard director Moerkerk explains: “The road to zero impact, zero emission, zero pollution start today. We want to guide entrepreneurs and businesses through the necessary transition towards real sustainability and together we will build a future proof fishing fleet. This beautiful prize shows that our efforts to stand out are being valued and awarded. This inspires even more to continue on the path we have chosen.”

At the conference, visitors show interest in the Damen Maaskant booth. The message expressed is that a fishing industry that operates without any harm to the natural environment, will prove to be viable in the future. Only this way, fisheries will survive for generations to come. The yard in the town of Stellendam leads the development and build of sustainable vessels that enable fishermen and aquafarmers to perform their profession at outmost efficiency. Grow, harvest and catch shellfish at the most environmentally sound way, will contribute to food supply as consumers call for and which aligns with marine ecosystems.

“We have knowledge and know-how to develop a future proof fleet,” Moerkerk says. “Combining forces of Damen Maaskant Shipyards and the Damen Fishing Product Group allows us to strengthen mutual capabilities and serve a wider market within the fishing industry. Also, we are supported by a wide and varied local chain of suppliers.”

Hybrid ship or even fully electric propelled vessels, that offer optimal comfort on board will offer a pleasant working environment for fishermen. Damen Maaskant is extending it’s portfolio with vessels that cause even less pollution and that will provide healthy professional circumstances to the professionals at sea.

“We are actively involved in the all of the ongoing projects to develop zero emission shipping,” Commercial Manager Jeroen van den Berg of Damen Maaskant Shipyards adds. “The sustainable and zero-emission solutions that we are currently focusing on, are electrification and e-fuels, like hydrogen and methanol. We are Damen, so we have already started. At this moment, we are creating an innovative zero-emission vessel for Krijn Verwijs from Yerseke to be employed in mussel farming and harvesting and another for Meromar Seafoods in Harlingen that will be active in shellfish fishing.”

With it’s new vessel designs and lay-out, Damen Maaskant Shipyards wants to capitalize and improve on the years of experience and know-how in the construction of fishing vessels. Technology, equipment and systems have been created that have proven to be effective. Adding this to achievements in other markets, like the hybrid and electric propulsion systems used aboard e-ferries and the Rotterdam water busses, the Stellendam yard can benefit from knowledge within the Damen Shipyards Group. Yet, in close co-operation with every client, placement of machinery and lay-out of engine rooms, the yard will always be flexible to meet client demand www.damen.com

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