Marine & Maritime Gazette August 2018

MARINE & MARITIME

GAZETTE Commercial Marine & Renewables Worldwide

ISSUE 42

AUGUST 2018

INSIDE: 12

26

38

FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE

New/used/rebuilt Caterpillar marine propulsion and auxillary engines Fully rebuilt by factory trained engineers and sold with warranty We have been supplying Cat engines throughout the UK/Europe for over 15 years to marine & offshore markets.

In many cases we will take your old engine in part exchange to help keep your costs to a minimum etc.

CONTACT US FOR A VERY COMPETITIVE QUOTATION North East Trading Co

I N T R O D U C T I O N

&

W E L C O M E

3

An rewarding Summer at sea...

With parts of the sector going through many changes, what next for the maritime industry?

Welcome to the August 2018 issue of Marine & Maritime Gazette the monthly magazine aimed at Worldwide coverage of the commercial marine, shipping and waterbased renewables markets.

With the ‘Summer at sea’ now well underway, we all look forward to improved business and invigorating events for the rest of the year.

Inside this issue, as usual, we will be covering a huge amount of topics including ‘Dredging’ on page 20, to the ‘ins and outs’ of ‘Deck Equipment, Lifting & Winching’ from page 34.

We also have a ‘peek’ into ‘Tugs, Workboats & OSVs’ on page 26, plus some aspects of ‘Training, Certification & Courses’ from page 40.

Anyway, we hope you enjoy reading this edition and look forward to seeing many of you in and around events later this year.

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

MARINE & MARITIME

GAZETTE

Arthur Peaches - Editor ISSUE 42 AUGUST 201 8

INSIDE: 12

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

26

@MandMGazette

38

Editor

C O N T E N T S

4

Cover story

&

C O N T A C T S HR Wallingford’s Ben Gouldby appointed Visiting Professor in Ocean and Earth Science at the University of Southampton, UK

Kingston District Council and Cape Jaffa Development have recently taken delivery of a Cutter Suction Dredger from Damen Shipyards.

p18 Diverse buyout Former business managers of South Boats IOW complete the purchase of the assets and equipment.

p7

HR Wallingford Chief Technical Director of Flood Risk, Ben Gouldby, has been appointed Visiting Professor in Ocean and Earth Science at the University of Southampton. Ben, who took up the appointment from last month will be hosted at the prestigious National Oceanography Centre, where he will contribute to research and academic programmes, with a specific focus on coastal flood risk analysis.

Prior to the appointment, Ben collaborated with Dr Ivan Haigh, Associate Professor in Coastal Oceanography at the University of Southampton, on research into extreme but plausible coastal

Blade repair Alpha Offshore awarded blade repair contract with NoordzeeWind at Egmond aan Zee.

p16 Autonomous vessels Metal Shark join forces with ASV Global to introduce ‘Sharktech’ autonomous vessels.

p28

EDITORIAL Arthur Peaches - Editor Tel 01322 352648 Email info@bljournals.plus.com

SALES & PROMOTIONS David Peters - Publisher Tel 01322 352648 Email info@bljournals.plus.com

Brian Wakefield - Advertisement Director Tel 01622 682667 Mob 07973 139959 Email brian_wakefield2003@yahoo.co.uk

PUBLISHING COMPANY BL Journals, 3 Biddenden Way, Istead Rise, Gravesend, Kent DA13 9DE Tel 01322 352648 Email info@bljournals.plus.com @MandMGazette

Although every effort is made assure the accuracy of the content of this magazine, Marine & Maritime Gazette and it’s Publishers can accept no responsibility for such.

All contents of the publication are copyright and remain the sole property of the publishing company.

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

BL JOURNALS

flooding scenarios for England and Wales. The results of this analysis have now been used to inform the coastal flooding aspects of the Cabinet Office’s National Risk Register (NRR) of Civil Emergencies. The NRR provides a government assessment of potential major civil emergencies that could affect the UK over the next five years, and includes risks as diverse as cyber-attacks, volcanic eruptions and large-scale flooding.

In addition to providing opportunities for further collaborative research, Ben’s contribution will include engagement with the MSc in Engineering in the Coastal Environment, a programme which is strongly linked to industry, and which focuses on educating coastal practitioners aiming to work in coastal engineering, both in consultancies and relevant areas of government.

Chief Technical Director in the Flood Management Group at HR Wallingford, Ben has over 20 years’ experience in the development and application of a wide range of flood risk analysis models, and in the production of flood hazard and risk maps from a range of different flood sources. Ben has led the technical development of the method which has been used to underpin the national flood risk assessment of England and Wales since 2004. He has been involved in the application of these methods overseas in a number of different countries including the US. Ben is a past recipient of the Institution of Civil Engineers Halcrow Prize, and a recent recipient of their Bill Curtin Medal for Innovation, in relation to his work on the climate change impacts from coastal flooding and multivariate modelling of extreme sea conditions around the coast of England.

Dr Ivan Haigh commented: “We welcome the opportunities provided by Ben’s appointment. His depth and breadth of knowledge relating to industry practice and research developments in coastal flood risk is well-established, and we very much look forward to our continuing collaboration.” www.hrwallingford.com

@MandMGazette

I N D U S T R Y

&

A S S O C I A T I O N

N E W S

Ocean deal with Jamaican Port Authority Canadian towing specialists Ocean have signed a ten-year contract with the Port Authority of Jamaica for providing harbor towage services at the Kingston Harbour.

The company is deploying its equipment and personnel in the port area of Newport West, Kingston, to meet the growing demand for harbor towing services.

Three latest generation tug boats from the Ocean fleet will be in service and officially started operations last month.

“Thanks to this new contract, we export our harbour towing services internationally and pursue the implementation of our development plan in the Caribbean,” commented an Ocean spokesperson.

“Ocean has been growing and developing over the last few years. Today is much more than a contract for harbour towing services in the Caribbean. It’s a new page in our history with the launch of a new place of business in Jamaica,” added Jacques Tanguay, Ocean President and Chief Executive Officer.

Ocean emerged from Aqua-Marine which was founded in 1972. Through acquisitions, strategic development and diversification, the company has become one of the main suppliers of integrated marine services in Canada. www.groupocean.com

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

5

6

P O R T

&

Q U A Y S I D E

N E W S

Port of London Authority welcomes Thames Wharf expansion

Record results for Port of Antwerp

Work is well underway on a £2.5 million programme of investments at Tower Wharf in Northfleet, enabling owner Seacon to target emerging opportunities to supply building materials to major construction projects in London.

Seacon’s business is centred on handling construction products, forest products, metals and steel coils, much of it dependent on all weather handling via their covered berth. The investment project has involved the acquisition of land next to Seacon’s original site, delivering an additional 10,000m2 of outside space. By removing old buildings, the company has created additional trailer space essential for its logistics contracts.

And in a first for the business, it opens up the opportunity for ship to barge transfer of materials for onward movement to sites in London.

The project supports delivery of the Thames Vision,

Buoyed by it’s increased container volumes, the port of Antwerp has set new internal records with the best half-year results ever.

During the first six months of 2018, the port handled 118.6 million tons of freight, a sharp increase of 6.5% compared with the same period last year. The container freight as the main driver experienced further rapid growth of 8.2% compared with the first six months of 2017.

The strong freight figures for the first quarter continued unabated in the second quarter.

The container volume for its part rose by 8.2% to 66.3 million tons. In TEU, this indicates an increase of 8.3% to 5.6 million TEU. May was an all-time record month, with the port handling a peak container volume of more than 1 million TEU. As informed, growth was experienced on all trade routes, both on the import and on the export side. Trade with Europe was the strongest, rising by 14.2%, thanks in part to Antwerp being able to win back transshipment freight which last year suffered a dip due to a temporary shortage of dock labor.

“The growth figures the previous forecasts that we will soon reach our maximum container capacity. During the past period we have well exceeded the optimum utilisation level for the terminals below the locks, which can have a negative impact on efficiency. We will therefore continue to emphasise the importance of having additional and commercially useful container capacity below the locks,” commented Jacques Vandermeiren, Port Authority CEO. “We appreciate the efforts of the Flemish government to arrive at a legally robust decision in favour of the complex project to build additional container capacity for our port. We now plead for a follow-up study of among other the nautical feasibility. Everybody stands to gain from a solution that will enable us to achieve the desired sustainable growth for our port (…) Creating additional commercially useful container capacity below the locks is a first step for us in the further development of the port,” Marc Van Peel, Port alderman, added.

Furthermore, the number of cars shipped through Antwerp grew by 1.4%. Together with the 6.5% rise in the number of utility vehicles, this resulted in a 5.2% growth in the total RoRo volume, to 2.7 million tons.

Conventional breakbulk for its part got off to a good start at the beginning of the year but then declined by 6.5% by the end of the first half of the year.

In addition, liquid bulk experienced very strong growth of 6.1% in the first six months of this year.

Dry bulk for its part expanded by 3.1% compared with the same period in 2017.

A total of 7,210 seagoing ships called at the port of Antwerp during the past six months, up 1% on the same period last year. The gross tonnage of the ships arriving in port rose by 0.3%, taking the total to nearly 208 million GT.

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

the development framework for the river which targets greater river use. Key among the Vision’s targets is encouraging the low carbon movement of freight between terminals on the Thames, keeping lorries off London’s congested roads.

“By increasing our land bank, we are realising new opportunities for our business using the river,” said James Roth, chairman of Seacon Group Ltd. “This expansion enables us to realign the trailer park and create additional outside storage space, opening up opportunities for handling building products and serving key construction projects, where we see significant growth opportunities.

“With this newly expanded site, we will be placing the emphasis on building products, including steel-reinforced concrete bars. We are looking closely at construction projects linked to the Thames and, for the first time, this enhanced site will give us the opportunity to load barges going up to the city. We expect to continue developments here, with further investment of a similar scale over the coming couple of years.”

The Port of London Authority (PLA) led development of the Thames Vision. Chief executive, Robin Mortimer and chief finance officer, Julie Tankard visited Tower Wharf to see how work is progressing. www.pla.co.uk

@MandMGazette

I N D U S T R Y

&

A S S O C I A T I O N

N E W S

South Boats IOW management buy out Diverse Marine, Cowes complete purchase of South Boats IOW assets & equipment, jobs saved.

The former business managers of South Boats IOW have completed the purchase of the assets and equipment of the company for an undisclosed sum. All of the South Boats IOW plant, equipment and employees have now transferred to their new company, Diverse Marine Ltd. Headed by Ben Colman and Matt Floyd, Diverse Marine will continue to offer commercial vessel repair and refit, supporting previous, existing and new clients with any requirements.

Ben Colman, Director of Diverse Marine: “We are delighted to announce the completion of the purchase and formation of Diverse Marine - we are overwhelmed by the support from clients, suppliers and the wider marine industry as we take the company into the future. This is enormously positive news for all the families of staff involved and for the island’s marine industry. We have a strong vision for the future and have started to map how we may get there. The support and integration of our team as the company steps on this path is very important to us.”

Diverse Marine will continue to be based at Medina Yard, with a lease in place for the next three years and a commitment to secure the future of the business for the long term.

A new portfolio of commercial vessel designs is being developed in conjunction with multiple 3rd party Naval Architects, including RIB’s, fishing boats, work boats and, looking to the future, wind farm crew transfer vessels, to create a diverse range of craft for any application. The company will be led by the industry and ensure designs are available to meet any requirement.

“Starting afresh and leaving the past behind has been invigorating for everyone involved. With the continued and much valued support of existing customers and suppliers we believe Diverse Marine has a very bright future.”

Combining proven experience with strong technical, design and manufacturing capabilities, Diverse Marine looks forward to sharing further news as it develops.

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

7

8

I N D U S T R Y

Mexican Navy and Damen cooperate in most technologically advanced naval ship in Latin America

&

A S S O C I A T I O N

N E W S

Damen Shipyards Group and the Mexican Navy, via the Directorate General of Shipbuilding, are currently working together to build the Long Range Ocean Patrol (POLA - from its initials in Spanish), the most technologically advanced vessel in Latin America.

With this, the Mexican Navy will join the long list of navies around the world that have Damen Schelde Naval Shipbuilding vessels in their fleets. POLA will be the Mexican version of the Damen SIGMA 10514, a proven design that has booked successful results internationally. POLA will be 107 metres in length, with a beam of 14 metres. It will be able to sail at speeds of up to 25+ knots and a capacity of more than 20 days at sea.

A Damen representative said, “This vessel will be capable of carrying out various missions such as safeguarding Mexican sovereignty, international security cooperation, long range search and rescue operations and humanitarian aid. POLA will allow the Mexican state to increase its surveillance coverage and the protection of Mexican maritime interests beyond the Exclusive Economic Zone.

Damen, with its global experience in the construction of complex vessels, is transferring knowledge to the Mexican shipbuilding industry through this project. This is a process that Damen undertakes regularly via the Damen Technical Cooperation (DTC). This project, however, takes the DTC concept to the next level.

Damen and the Mexican Navy took the decision to build two of the six modular sections of the vessel at Damen Schelde Naval Shipbuilding (DSNS) in Vlissingen, the Netherlands.

The remaining four modules will be built locally in Mexico. The construction of these modules, along with the integration, will be carried out at a yard that cooperates on this with Damen. “In this way, for the most part,” the Damen representative stated, “the vessel will be built for Mexico, in Mexico, by Mexicans.”

During the construction of the modules in Europe, a Mexican team is based in the Netherlands to supervise the process and to receive knowledge transfer. At the same time, Damen is benefitting from the transfer of region-specific expertise from the Mexican delegation.

The first of the Dutch modules has already arrived in Mexico, where it is being integrated by Mexican personal with two of those already built in Salina Cruz. Just fifteen months following the inking of the contract, the hull is already complete in drydock. It will now be prepared to receive the other three superstructure modules.

The flagging ceremony of the POLA is planned for November 2018. After this, a full integrated process of setting to work, commissioning, training, tests and trials will continue in 2019. www.damen.com

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

I N D U S T R Y

&

A S S O C I A T I O N

N E W S

Optimal performance and fuel efficiency for Cosco Shipping Universe ABB turbochargers support optimal performance and fuel efficiency for one of the world’s largest container ships, Cosco Shipping Universe The 21,000+ TEU (20-foot equivalent unit) Cosco Shipping Universe has broken the record for China’s largest container ship and is equipped with ABB turbochargers to assure optimal performance and fuel efficiency.

ABB Turbocharging is a key strategic partner for Cosco Shipping Lines Co., Ltd, with ABB turbochargers selected for all main and auxiliary engines across six 21,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU) container ships being delivered for the Universe series by 2019. Hundreds of ABB turbochargers are in operation across the extensive Cosco Shipping Lines fleet.

The first flagship mega container ship in the Universe series, Cosco Shipping Universe, was delivered in June 2018 by Jiangnan Shipyard (Group) Co. Ltd. The vessel is equipped with three ABB A180-L two-stroke turbochargers to match the diesel main engine and four ABB TPL67-C33 4-stroke turbochargers to match four auxiliary engines.

Oliver Riemenschneider, Managing Director, ABB Turbocharging, said it was an honor to support Cosco Shipping Lines, which is the largest container shipping operator in Asia and fourth largest globally, with the fleet.

“We are proud to support Cosco Shipping Lines, with premium ABB turbochargers selected for all of the main and auxiliary engines across the six mega container ships in the Universe series, including the record-breaking Cosco Shipping Universe recently delivered,” he said.

“The ABB turbochargers on Cosco Shipping Universe will support maximum performance and fuel efficiency, in addition to contributing to Cosco Shipping Lines pursuing green shipping practices for long-term success. We foresee the ABB turbochargers on the forthcoming mega container ships in the Universe series will contribute similar viable operational gains.”

Key benefits for ABB’s A100 series include compliance with IMO Tier II and Tier III emission limits; reduced fuel consumption; high operational flexibility, reliability and availability; long intervals between inspections, routine maintenance and overhauls; absolute operational safety with rigorous testing and reduced engine room noise.

The TPL-C series, respectively, is designed to meet growing market demand for greater power, efficiency and long operational life. In addition to its outstanding fuel savings and low emissions capabilities, the TPL-C series boasts a modular design with minimized spare parts for easy installation and service.

As an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) with an integrated, international logistics network, ABB Turbocharging provides vital servicing support for all ABB turbochargers in use across the Cosco Shipping Lines fleet. Access to 24/7 servicing, 365 days a year, and guaranteed 98 percent spare parts availability support maximum uptime. Customers such as Cosco Shipping Lines have confidence in the quality of ABB Turbocharging’s servicing, as well as the availability of reliable, customized care whenever and wherever required for ultimate performance and lowest total ongoing operating costs.

At a capacity of 21,237 TEU, Cosco Shipping Universe has eclipsed the record for China’s largest container ship set only weeks prior by a different Cosco Shipping Lines vessel, the Cosco Shipping Virgo. The pioneering vessel has an overall length of 399.9 metres and an overall height equivalent to a 24-storey building (72 meters), with a deadweight of 198,000 tons and a travelling speed of 22 knots. As the core flagship in the fleet of Cosco Shipping Lines, Cosco Shipping Universe is planned to serve in the route from the Far East to Northwest Europe, becoming the new messenger and business card of ‘the 21st-Century Maritime Silk Road’. www.abb.com

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

9

10

I N D U S T R Y

&

A S S O C I A T I O N

N E W S

Damen and Skoon Energy sign agreement for advancement of sustainable shipping solutions Damen Shipyards Group and Skoon Energy have signed a cooperation agreement of understanding for the advancement of energy transition in the shipping industry. The agreement combines Damen’s 90 years of experience with the dynamism of a new startup, founded in 2017, by Daan Geldermans and Peter Paul van Voorst, two students of the Delft University of Technology.

Damen is renowned for its innovative approach to shipbuilding, and is well known for the improved sustainability of its product portfolio that results from this. Recent examples include numerous hybrid, LNG and fully electric propelled vessels. Skoon focusses on the large-scale electrification of ships’ propulsion via management of a battery sharing network and strategically located charging hubs with a 100% clean energy supply. Skoon Energy’s swappable battery packs – known as Skoonboxes – are planned for trial aboard a diesel-electric inland vessel later this year.

As a new company, Skoon will benefit from Damen’s extensive experience in complex, international shipbuilding projects, as well as its global commercial network.

Skoon Energy founder Peter Paul van Voorst says, “With this partnership Damen is demonstrating its commitment to enabling sustainable solutions within the maritime industry. We’re looking forward to working together with Damen to make fully electric shipping the norm within the maritime industry.”

Damen Chief Commercial Officer Arnout Damen said, “We know from long experience that collaboration, sharing knowledge and ideas, is a crucial factor in stimulating innovation and encouraging improved sustainability. Skoon Energy’s idea has quickly attracted the imagination of our industry. Their focus on improving the environmental performance of the shipping industry is one that is entirely aligned with our own ambitions and we’re anticipating an excellent partnership as we work together to make large scale electric ships’ propulsion a reality.” www.damen.com

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

I N D U S T R Y

&

A S S O C I A T I O N

N E W S

11

New contracts for Kort Propulsion UK based Kort Propulsion recently announced that they have signed a new contract with Shipbuilding Asia UK. The new contracts are for a 19m Trawler Fishing Crabber, delivering a full set of propulsion equipment including Sterngear, Propeller, Kort Tunnel Thrusters and Steering gear from Wills Ridley.

The vessel is scheduled to go into production within 2 months, for completion within 10 months.

This is one of many contracts being signed by SBA who are building for several fishing owners in the UK. The quick delivery and immediate start, high quality shipbuilding standards under Bureau Veritas Class is the key to SBA’s business model with modern, trendsetting, high quality and competitively priced vessels.

Kort are also proud to announce a contract signing with 2 of the most important shipyards in Romania: ATG Shipyard, located in Giurgiu, in the southern part of the country and Navrom Shipyard, established in 1890 in Galati.

With direct access to the Danube river, ATG Shipyard has a steel manufacturing capacity of approximately 10,000 tons of steel per year. The new 32m ‘Semnal’ multipurpose boat will be fitted with Doosan engines supplied by Watermota Romania and Kort Sterngear, Propellers and Nozzles. A KT200 Tunnel Thruster will also be supplied. Weka will supply Boxcoolers for the new vessel that will be finished in the first quarter of 2019.

Port of CNFR Navrom SA group, Navrom Shipyard have selected Kort Propulsion for a 500TDW Coastal Tanker project being built in Galati. Navrom SA is one of the most significant inland operators on the Danube, with over 10 million of the most diverse goods being transported - ore, charcoal, cement, limestone, grains, fertilizers, rolled steel, parts and equipment.

The cargo shipping fleet of the Company includes covered and uncovered barges ranging between 1000-3000 tons capacity, 1000-1100 tons crewed barges and 1300 tons tank barges. For their propulsion and handling C.N.F.R. Navrom S.A. has got pushboats ranging between 800-3500 HP and 400-550 HP tugboats. Kort will supply the Sterngear, Propellers and Steering for this tanker project which is already in production.

Over the past 10 years Kort Propulsion, established in 1935, has built up a good reputation with Romanian Shipyards and developed an exclusive partnership with Watermota Romania and Diesel House. www.kortpropulsion.com

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

12

I N D U S T R Y

&

A S S O C I A T I O N

N E W S

Innovative solution for Dover Harbour’s traffic flow

by John Caskey of Hydrosphere

The ongoing Dover Harbour Project aims to transform the waterfront with a new breakwater, marina and upgraded pier to attract a host of shops, bars, cafes and restaurants. This will also create a greater space within the Eastern Docks for ferry traffic and will also boost employment opportunities for local people; the project itself has already contributed ÂŁ129 million to the economy in East Kent, UK. CONSTRUCTION SITE REQUIRES IMMEDIATE SAFETY MEASURES Hydrosphere were approached to offer an effective solution to ensure the safety recreational water users in the harbor by marking a Delineation Zone in the Western Docks.

Before construction vessels were allowed to enter the area to start piling, a series of lit buoys needed to be installed. This comprised a number of 1.2 metre diameter Mobilis T1200 buoys at 100m intervals, which were moored to the sea bed. In order to produce a continual warning line to anyone approaching the construction area, ropes were shackled between the buoys and every 3 metres along the rope yellow hemispherical floats were attached. This gave an unbroken a line of highly visible large buoys, with smaller ones in between, marking the entire length of the construction area. Protecting swimmers, canoeists and other boat users in the area was an extremely important part of the project, producing a safe area in which work could commence.

The Dover Harbour Project had construction vessels ready and waiting so it was imperative for us to be able to provide this solution quickly, ensuring the project was kept on track.

ENSURING CONTINUAL AND SAFE TRAFFIC FLOW ACROSS THE HARBOUR After successfully tendering for further involvement in the project, we were able to introduce a new and innovative solution to traffic control through a different part of the construction site.

Part of the docks are being infilled to allow a greater standing area for buildings and cargo stowage. Unfortunately the infill site is the current passage for all traffic to the existing marina and other small vessels berths. Until the new marina is constructed, marina and other small will be passing through an area with working construction vessels. The Port of Dover Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) required a way to safely guide vessels through the site without hindering the project.

The solution was to install two marine traffic lights systems at the north and south ends of the construction area. The lights are sets of 3 red and 3 green lights which are controlled by radio from the VTS station. However the VTS station is a significant distance from the location where the traffic lights were to be located and one site does not have reliable radio communication to the tower. As The VTS station cannot see the traffic lights, a feedback system needed to be installed to show a: which lights are set to operate and that they are operating and b: if there are any faults. To compound matters, large ferries entering and leaving the Eastern Docks are actually taller than the VTS station and block all radio communication between the VTS and the traffic lights.

This triggers the feedback system as a radio communication fault.

The solution we installed was a new traffic light design controlled by a radio net system, allowing the lights to both talk to each other and the VTS. Although this system saw teething problems due to the signals being blocked by the large vessels entering and leaving the harbour, the installation of a higher antenna solved this problem allowing the smooth continuation of the project.

As the project is progresses, we continue to provide new effective navigation lights solutions throughout the site. www.hydrosphere.co.uk

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

I N D U S T R Y

&

A S S O C I A T I O N

N E W S

13

CONSORTIUM DEVELOPS SYMBIOTIC AUTONOMY FOR DEEP WATER SURVEY ASV Global (ASV), in partnership with Sonardyne International Ltd., the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) and SeeByte, have successfully delivered a long endurance, multi-vehicle, autonomous survey solution.

A recent two-week trial in Scotland’s Loch Ness was the culmination of the three-year ‘Autonomous Surface and Sub-surface Survey System’ collaborative project, part-funded by Innovate UK and Dstl.

The aim of the project was to deliver an integrated system to perform low cost, full water column marine surveys using multiple autonomous systems.

During trials in and on the loch, Sonardyne’s USBL acoustic positioning and AvTrak telemetry systems enabled ASV’s C-Worker 5 Autonomous Surface Vehicle (ASV) to locate, track, command and control the NOC’s Autosub Long Range (ALR) Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV). Position and mission status updates were transmitted to shore via RF communications.

The need to collect more data from the marine environment means that marine autonomous systems need to be at sea for longer. Pairing an AUV or unmanned underwater vehicle with an ASV means that positioning accuracy – crucial for high-quality survey data – can be optimised on missions lasting weeks, if not months, without the need for manned surface vessel support.

This game changing technology can open up dramatic cost savings in a wide range of maritime applications from pipeline survey to scientific coral exploration and deep water seabed mining.

“This project has enabled ASV to extend its survey capability; pairing an AUV with our already proven survey platform, the C-Worker 5, has opened up new opportunities for our technology. We have been able to leverage the experience gained from this project into commercial applications, such as our recent delivery of eight ASVs to Ocean Infinity for AUV tracking,” said James Cowles, Commercial Technical Sales Manager.

“We’ve shown that our technology can enable an AUV to operate autonomously with an ASV and offload its Solstice side-scan survey data using our BlueComm high-speed optical modem,” says Geraint West, Global Business Manager, Oceanographic, Sonardyne.

“Proving acoustic enabled multi-vehicle tracking, command and control, with high-speed through-water data transfer also lays the ground work for long-range, over-the-horizon autonomous underwater vehicle survey operations,” he adds.

Matthew Kingsland Senior Robotics Systems Engineer, NOC, said: “We are now able to send down new missions via acoustic communications to avoid the ALR having to surface from 6 kilometres deep. We are not only tracking, we are getting quality data back from the system via acoustics, so we can make informed decisions.”

“Under this project, we have demonstrated a novel autonomous behaviour running under the Neptune Autonomy engine able to optimise search, localisation and tracking of multiple vehicles based on understanding of the overall mission tasks and the prediction of other vehicle positions. This behaviour enables safe unattended comms relay tasking and efficient data transfers for long-range over-the-horizon maritime operations”, said Pedro Patron, Engineering Manager at SeeByte. www.asvglobal.com

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

14

I N D U S T R Y

&

A S S O C I A T I O N

N E W S

Cummins introduces X15 engine for commercial marine market Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) was thrilled to introduce a fuel and cost efficient version of its X15 engine for commercial marine market segments including inland waterways, commercial fishing and passenger transport at Seawork last month Cummins X15 for marine segments is designed to withstand high hour, continuous duty operation with long life in mind. The engine will offer variable speed and fixed speed ratings between 450 horsepower (336 kW) and 600 horsepower (447 kW), while meeting U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Tier 3 and International Maritime Organization (IMO) Tier II emissions standards.

“Our marine X15 engine is yet another example of Cummins continued investment in the marine market,” said Jim Schacht, Executive Director, Cummins Global Marine Business. “Following the introduction of our marine QSK95 engine, which has more power and durability than any other high speed marine engine in its class, our new marine X15 engine reinforces our commitment to deliver the products our customers need to be successful.”

The X15 utilizes the latest Cummins fuel system product, XPI. This common rail system provides the highest injection pressure of any other common rail system resulting in an efficient fuel burn for clean emissions and optimized fuel economy. In addition to this latest fuel system technology, X15 for marine uses the most intelligent Cummins engine control module, CM2350. CM2350 provides advanced diagnostic and monitoring capability, as well as engine protection through de-rates and automated engine shut downs to prevent catastrophic failures. The CM2350 technology also features fuel sensor monitoring, digital engine start/stop functionality, and gear pressure and temperature.

The first installation of Cummins X15 marine engines will take place in a Louisiana (USA) crew boat, replacing a dated nonCummins engine, which will improve the efficiency and performance of the vessel. The marine X15 engine is a perfect option for owners looking to repower their older vessels. The engine will fit in place of various types of legacy engines, including Cummins N14, K19 and QSK19. The X15 will save space in the engine room, deliver cleaner emissions and better fuel economy at a continuous duty power cycle. Due to the proven legacy of the X15 platform, Cummins is offering an industry leading two year warranty, proving the company’s commitment to quality. www.cummins.com

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

16

I N D U S T R Y

&

A S S O C I A T I O N

N E W S

Blade repair contract for Alpha Offshore Alpha Offshore Service A/S has been awarded a contract with NoordzeeWind, a Joint Venture between utility company Nuon and Shell, for blade repair on the Offshore Windfarm Egmond aan Zee (OWEZ).

The first large windfarm built in the Dutch sector of the North Sea, OWEZ consists of 36 3MW turbines and sits approximately six miles off the coast from the village of Egmond aan Zee. Alpha Offshore will be providing experienced personnel with specialist knowledge of the 44 metre Vestas V90 turbines to undertake independent blade repair of around 80 blades. The scope of work will depend on the requirement of each blade but could include tip replacement, laminate repairs, lightning damage and leading edge protection systems upgrades. All materials necessary for the campaign will be supplied by Alpha Offshore, work is expected to continue during the summer months.

Mikkel Lund, chief executive officer at Alpha Offshore, commented: “Due to the harsh environments the offshore turbines operate in strong maintenance and repair strategies are vital to ensure integrity. As a specialist in blade inspection and repair, Alpha Offshore has carried out more than 1000 blade repair projects to date.

To undertake the repair work, Alpha Offshore’s expert team will be using a variety of methods such as rope access and sky climber to safely and efficiently reach the blades. In addition to completing repairs the team will be project managing the work, preparing risk assessment and method statements and completing reporting.

OWEZ has been operational since 2006 and generates enough electricity to supply 100,000 houses. www.alphaoffshore.dk

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

C O V E R

18

S T O R Y

Kingston Council takes delivery of Damen CSD 350

Kingston District Council, in partnership with the Cape Jaffa Development Group, has recently taken delivery of a Cutter Suction Dredger (CSD) from Damen Shipyards Group. The CSD350 will be used to dredge along the breakwater at Cape Jaffa, the Cape Jaffa marina and within Maria Creek Boat Launch Facility in Kingston. This is the only dredger owned by a South Australian council, and has been the most significant purchase Kingston District Council has undertaken in terms of the logistics involved in an overseas purchase, transportation and assembly. The procurement process was completed in conjunction with LGA Procurement.

The CSD350 was selected as it can dredge at a max dredging depth of -9m and pumps some 2.000 m3/h an hour – being 10 times the capacity of the aged dredger which has worked across some of the waters previously.

Another of the reasons the Council selected Damen was because of its philosophy of building standard solutions for stock. This meant that the dredger was both proven and available for faster delivery than a custom build, allowing the Council to commence dredging as quickly as possible.

The modular CSD was transported aboard a container vessel from the Netherlands to Port Adelaide in six shipping containers and three breakbulk items – where it then commenced its transit by road some 330kms into Cape Jaffa for assembly. On location, the stationary dredger was assembled swiftly by the local crew assisted by two Damen Field Service Engineers. The 55 tonne dredger has been commissioned and has undergone all start up trials, after which it was handed over to the council.

The joint assembly and testing process was completed in difficult winter weather conditions ahead of programme.

Kingston District Council Mayor Reg Lyon said, “Council has a thriving fishing industry and extensive tourism industry. The Cape Jaffa Marina is located on the Indian Ocean, and has a key role housing the rock lobster fishing fleet. An open and easily accessible marina will assist the flourishing local economy, ensuring the ongoing sand management plan will ensure ocean access of the marina throughout the year.”

Council’s Chief Executive Officer Andrew MacDonald said, “Damen has worked proactively with the Kingston team to assist with the requirements of Australian Maritime Safety Authority surveyors to ready the dredger for approval to operate in South Australia. We are looking forward to continuing the ongoing relationship we have established with Damen – who will support our team from their Brisbane maintenance operations.”

Cape Jaffa Development Company Director David Lucas said he, “is thrilled to see the dredger onsite, and looks forward to seeing the Cape Jaffa Anchorage thriving once again.” www.damen.com www.kingstondc.sa.gov.au

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

DREDGING

OPEN FOR BUSINESS TRAILING SUCTION HOPPER DREDGER 2000

M A I N TA I N I N G T H E F L O W O F W AT E R I S C R U C I A L F O R M A I N TA I N I N G T H E F L O W O F T R A D E .

OUR TSHDS SPECIALISE IN KEEPING THINGS MOVING, I N N A V I G AT I O N C H A N N E L S A N D H A R B O U R S A L L OVER THE GLOBE.

WWW.DAMEN.COM WWW.DAMEN.COM

D R E D G I N G

20

Dredging optimisation in focus

by Mark Lee, Dredging Group Manager, HR Wallingford Since dredging is often a significant portion of the opex and capex costs associated with maritime infrastructure, dredging optimisation is something that owners, operators and developers are increasingly interested in.

In simple terms, optimisation is about identifying, quantifying and implementing efficiency savings. Dredging is a key target for optimisation because of its significance as a cost and its highly technical nature, which can make it difficult for those managing the operation of infrastructure or its construction to see efficiency gains clearly.

What’s more, optimisation often results in additional benefits such as reduced environmental impacts as a consequence of less dredging or more effective dredging. This means it is also of interest to regulators, fisheries representatives and local residents and not just the project owner.

The opportunity to optimise dredging can be identified at any stage of a project’s cycle, for example: • A the design stage - by examining the navigational and operational requirement of the facility in order to minimise the dredging requirement. This can reduce costs and the impact footprint of the project.

• On tendering and construction - determining the most appropriate and efficient dredging method by assessing the dredging plant type and capability, and preparing a dredging contract package tailored to the project’s specific needs. This can lead to a reduction in overall project costs, as well as ensuring compliance with any imposed regulatory conditions whilst attracting competitive bids.

• During operation - by determining the most efficient maintenance dredging strategy with respect to the project’s commercial need and timings. For example, can the area requiring dredging be reduced? Can the dredging be done better/cheaper? As well as reducing overall ongoing costs, this ensures efficient operation of the facility.

Civil engineering and environmental hydraulics consultancy, HR Wallingford, has recently completed projects for port terminal operators, where dredging optimisation was vital to the overall project success. Optimisation of the dredged areas’ extents and depths was performed using navigation simulations and sedimentation modelling, along with a tidal depth availability assessment and detailed analysis of historic sedimentation patterns.

Support was provided through to completion of the works, with on-site support ensuring the contract, specification and schedule were met.

In combination, these steps can ultimately lead to a significant reduction in the overall required dredge volume and improvements in dredging efficiency. Given that savings of the order of $4m have been realised to individual projects for individual maintenance dredges, whilst maintaining a safely navigable port, and that these savings are repeatable for future maintenance dredges, it’s understandable that dredging optimisation is something that developers, operators and owners of maritime projects increasingly want to focus on.”

HR Wallingford has provided site supervision on some of the world’s largest dredging projects, including DP World’s London Gateway Port development in the UK and the Ichthys, Gladstone and Wheatstone LNG projects in Australia. www.hrwallingford.co.uk

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

D R E D G I N G

22

‘One-Stop’ dredging solution for Thames Tideway Tunnel project Bringing urgent and much needed protection to the River Thames, Thames Tideway are delivering an Super Sewer in Central London to combat the pollution that the current sewage system creates in times of heavy rainfall.

BMB jv, the team appointed to deliver the western section of the monumental tunnel, needed help mobilising the Carnwath Road Riverside site. The Carnwath Road site suffered from restricted marine access during tidal windows which would significantly compromise the projects desired outputs. To work with the projects strict deadlines, BMB jv required 24/7 access so that construction works could continue at pace.

The far-from-straight-forward enabling project for Land & Water had several considerations. Alongside the challenge of the tides and working hours limited to the night, the biggest test lay in the immediately adjacent river bed, where the late winter/early spring timeframe meant that the fish spawning season was impending.

Aware of the significant environmental and time constraints, BMB jv needed an expert they could trust to provide a solution. They were aware of Land & Water’s expertise of dredging on the Thames, and they knew they could rely on us to provide an efficient and environmentally compliant solution to the fish spawning and logistical issues they were facing.

Land & Water's specialist knowledge of complicated regulations means that fully compliant solutions can be found to environmental constraints such as fish spawning.

From the outset, it was determined impracticable to complete the project in the short time frame before the fish spawning season began. Recognising BMB jv’s need to sustain continual barge movements during this period to the keep the project on track, Land & Water worked on finding a workable and bespoke solution to ensure that Tideway’s programme could be maintained.

The solution was to complete temporary dredging work

along a pile line opposite the tunnel shaft. The rapid operation, with no compromise on quality, created depth at the Carnwath Road area of the River Thames so that barges could access the river side and load spoil generated from the tunnel shaft excavation works.

To ensure the tunnel shaft excavation works could continue at pace, BMB jv required full site access during the day. This required Land & Water to utilise specialist knowledge and expertise to operate throughout the night on a high tide; contesting tidal changes until the water became too shallow to operate in.

Unavoidably, this significant dredging project created large amounts of dredged material. However, working with our strategic partner, GPS Marine Contractors Ltd, the material was taken down river where it was reused at Land & Water’s Rainham Marshes Habitat Creation scheme in Essex.

Land & Water’s unique capacity to re-use and dispose of waste quickly, safely and efficiently meant that BMB had one less problem to manage as Land & Water can provide a “one-stop” solution on the Thames which handles everything from gaining compliance to safely removing waste materials. www.land-water.co.uk

Tel: +44(0) 2392 472710 Mob: +44(0) 7850 473713 E-Mail: info@fdsukltd.com Web: www.fdsukltd.com

F.D.S. Offer for Rental & Sale

Diver R.O.V. & Crane Operated Dredging Systems. Multipurpose & Mini dredging systems for the removal of fines, silt, mud’s, drill cuttings, sand, grit, gravel, shingle, shale & general debris. Suitable for confined space operations or locations where access is a problem. All on-shore civil applications. Shallow & deepwater offshore support operations.

Renewables. Complete ready to use self operational systems available for use worldwide. Stillage packed or deepwater offshore containerised units. Long & short term rentals. Sales. Wide scope of operations.

Lightweight, road & air transportable environmentally friendly units.

EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE FOR RENTAL WORLDWIDE.

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

D R E D G I N G

23

Damen delivers CSD 250 to Dredging Africa for inland dredging project Damen Shipyards Group has delivered a Cutter Suction Dredger (CSD) 250 to South Africa-based Dredging Africa. The CSD will be used to mine sand from the Ash River, just east of Bethlehem in the Free State Province. The project is a clear demonstration of the suitability of Damen’s stationary dredger range for dredging inland areas; the modularity of the equipment meaning it can be transported easily to even the most remote locations.

The client selected Damen for a number of reasons. Arend van de Wetering, Director of Dredging Africa, said, “We wanted to utilise the best equipment available, to be sure of the best production, reliability and lowest downtime. Ease of transport and commissioning were key for us as were sound after-market support and Damen’s offering met all of these requirements.”

“Most dredging projects in South Africa are small to medium sized, generally involving dredging to depths of no more than 5 metres. The CSD can dredge to 6 metres and is compact and easily transportable by road. Just what the doctor ordered!”

The CSD will dredge fluvial sand deposits from a 64ha location in the Ash River into the washing and screening plant of Bethlehem Quality Sand. The sand will be used in the construction industry.

The dredger has the capacity to extract and pump some 1,000 m3 of mixture per hour. The floating pipeline, with an internal diameter of 250 mm, will start at just 100 metres in length. It connects to a 50 m land line which is directly connected to the sand classification plant. The plant can process 150 tonnes per hour; the excess material is dumped on a reserve stockpile. As the project develops, the mining dredger will gradually move away from the classification plant. This is no problem as more floating pipeline can be added; no booster station is required.

Mr Van de Wetering summed up, saying, “Dredging Africa wanted to go to the next level in dredging in Southern Africa and Damen assisted us in realising this development. This is the first state-of-the-art-dredger of its kind in South Africa to tackle the numerous dredging tasks at hand in this beautiful country.” www.damen.com

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

D R E D G I N G

24

Damen begins work on Marine Aggregate Dredger dredging system Damen has begun work on the construction of the innovative dredging system for the first Marine Aggregate Dredger (MAD). This vessel, which is being built at Damen Shipyards Galati in Romania, is designed to extract sand and gravel from the sea bed at depths of up to -55 metres, including in the challenging conditions of the North Sea. Damen is building the first MAD for Cemex UK Marine Ltd. The life expectancy of such a vessel is up to 30 years, so it was important to CEMEX that Damen develop them a vessel that was future-proof. The result is a vessel with an advanced focus on safety, performance and sustainability that will ensure its relevance in the years to come. The innovation of the MAD extends to the dredging system that Damen Dredging Equipment has recently started work on in Nijkerk, the Netherlands.

CEMEX asked Damen to develop a system with no inboard dredge pipework, something which has never been done on a vessel of this size before. The thinking behind this was to avoid the possibility of the abrasive dredged material creating wear holes in the inboard dredge pipework on board making it a safer and easier maintenance-friendly system.

“This initial design from Damen Dredging Equipment, considerably reduces the risk of flooding. It has implications way beyond the obvious improvements in safety, not only for the crew on board but also for the maintenance staff, as there will be a reduced requirement for expensive wear parts as well as fast, practical replacement,” says Mark Williams, CEMEX UK Fleet Engineering Manager.

Reduced maintenance is a common theme to be found throughout the dredging system design, explains Frank de Hoogh, DDE Design and Proposal Engineer.

“The modular nature of the dredging system takes care of this. Where maintenance was previously a significant undertaking, it can now be conducted with just the on-board service crane, significantly lowering maintenance requirements and increasing uptime.”

An example of this modularity at work is the screening installation. This is fixed, as opposed to the typical rotating screen towers more commonly used. In addition to being more maintenance friendly, the screening area features an increased capacity courtesy of a larger surface area.

Another element is the dry unloader machine that Damen has developed along with CEMEX and manufacturer PLM. As a concept, Damen has selected the proven principle of a grab unloader, however a lot of work has gone into optimising the design. For example all electronics on the machine are rated IP68 for long term reliability.

Another example is the design of the grab which is optimized to maximize efficiency of each discharge cycle.

“Such a system already exists in principle, but this model represents the next step – the next generation – in dry unloading technology.”

Ultimately, Frank says, the MAD benefits from Damen’s role of vessel integrator. “We are responsible not only for the design and build of the vessel, but also for the design and delivery of all on board equipment and its integration with the vessel. This ensures the predictable, reliable performance of the end product.” www.damen.com

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

26

T U G S ,

W O R K B O A T S

&

O S V s

Dutch Police order six patrol vessels from Damen The Dutch Police Force has ordered six patrol vessels from Damen Shipyards for its ‘Zeehavenpolitie’ and ‘Landelijke Eenheid’ units.

Three of the new vessels are seagoing (the Stan Patrol 2506) and the other three are for the inland waterways (the Stan Patrol 2005). All six will be built at Damen’s headquarters in Gorinchem in the Netherlands, and are due to be delivered between 2019-2021.

Jeroen van Woerkum, Damen Shipyards Sales Manager Benelux is delighted to have won the European tender for the six patrol vessels. “We used our expertise and the knowledge that we have built up over the years and optimised it with the latest fuel saving and environmental technologies.”

“These patrol vessels, built from aluminium with a composite superstructure, are lightweight, have less resistance, higher performance and lower fuel consumption. Damen was able to achieve the very strict requirements for reducing noise and the environmental impact and even exceed them.”

Damen’s extensive R&D efforts have led to a big reduction in noise and vibrations, improving crew comfort, he adds.

The patrol vessels already comply with the new environmental rules (Euro Stage V for inland vessels) for cleaner exhaust emissions, which are being introduced in 2020. “These vessels are actually a step ahead of the regulations. In 2020, vessels have to have after-treatment installations on board but these new patrol ships will already have this equipment.”

Another important addition is the installation of a slipway on the aft of the seagoing, Damen Stan Patrol 2506 from which the RIBs can be launched.

Previously, patrol vessels of this size would have to use a crane and a davit.

“The slipway is operationally safer, more reliable and the launch of the RIB is much faster. RIBs can be launched in higher wind speeds for example.

The slipway also makes it much easier to retrieve the vessel.”

Although details cannot be revealed, the layout of the wheelhouse has been fully customised and the vessels will be equipped with night vision technology. The six will replace existing vessels and be deployed in the North Sea and on Dutch waterways, and in the ports of Vlissingen, IJmuiden and Rotterdam. www.damen.com

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

T U G S ,

W O R K B O A T S

&

O S V s

27

Kirby Offshore expands fleet Kirby Offshore Marine has expanded its fleet of seagoing articulated tug and barge (ATB) units following delivery and sea trials of a green tug.

Following its tests of the 33-m Cape Ann tug at speeds up to 13 knots in the Gulf of Mexico, the company is bringing the vessel into service for barge towage on the US Gulf Coast.

Cape Ann was built to a Guarino & Cox design and ABS class by Bayou La Batre, Alabama-based Master Boat Builders. It was built to comply with the US Coast Guard’s Subchapter M standards.

Cape Ann has a moulded beam of 11 m and 4.5-m draught. It has a bollard pull of 48 tonnes which is derived from two Caterpillar 3516E diesel engines that meet the US Environmental Protection Agency’s Tier 4 requirements for emissions.

Each engine has a selective catalytic reduction system for removing nitrogen oxides and produces 1,870 kW of power at 1,600 rpm. The engines drive five-bladed stainless steel Hung Shin propulsors through Reintjes WAF 1173 marine gears. Also in the engineroom are three John Deere-powered 6068AFM85 gensets that each produce 150 kW of power.

Rio Controls & Hydraulics supplied the Propulsion controls and the vessel's steering system, and New World Electronics provided the electronics suite. www.kirbycorp.com

British Built Bespoke Vessels Bespoke Vessel Design and Build ■ Bespoke vessel design

and construction ■ Large commercial

workboats to marine projects ■ Exceptional standards

on time and on budget

Vessel Repair and Maintenance ■ Emergency repairs at

short notice ■ Planned and unplanned

maintenance ■ Repairs to class vessels

using fully coded welders and approved materials

ALUMINIUM MARINE CONSULTANTS LTD St Catherine's Building, Trinity Wharf, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO32 6RF England Shipyard: +44 (0) 1983 298736 E-mail: enquiry@aluminium-boats.com

www.aluminium-boats.com

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

T U G S ,

28

W O R K B O A T S

&

O S V s

Metal Shark and ASV Global introduce SHARKTECH Autonomous Vessels USA-based shipbuilder Metal Shark has joined forces with autonomous vessel technology developer ASV Global to introduce ‘Sharktech’ Autonomous Vessels.

Metal Shark is now offering Sharktech autonomous technology on its entire portfolio of vessels, which range from 16’ to over 300’ in aluminium, steel, and composite. Sharktech autonomous vessels may be custom configured for military, law enforcement, fire rescue, and the full spectrum of applicable commercial markets.

“The industry has watched and waited as autonomous technology has matured from its fledgling stages, and today we’re offering ASV Global’s fully proven autonomous capability on our entire model lineup,” said Metal Shark CEO Chris Allard. “We are demystifying and streamlining the process of autonomous technology integration by bringing this capability to market in turnkey form straight from the OEM. Check the box and get the option, on our full range of globally proven designs.”

“As the world’s largest and most experienced unmanned vessel technology company, ASV Global is proud to partner with Metal Shark to bring our industry-leading ASView unmanned vessel control technology to market,” said Thomas Chance, CEO of ASV Global. “The ASView control system offers multiple modes including unmanned operations, reduced manned operations, or conventional manned operations. In addition, ASV Global can assist with mission payload and sensor integration, control, and remote supervision.”

“Sharktech autonomous vessel technology opens up myriad opportunities for operators in all sectors,” said Mr. Allard. “Similar to how advancements in aviation technology reduced aircraft cockpit crews, Sharktech offers crew reduction at the flip of a switch. Sharktech is ideal for dangerous missions in remote or hostile environments, for endurance missions where it may be necessary for vessels to loiter in a holding pattern for extended periods, or for any mission simply undesirable for a human crew.”

Beyond simple waypoint navigation or the execution of pre-programmed mission routes, Sharktech’s ASView onboard digital control system features dynamic collision avoidance with robust decision-making capability. Depending on configuration, the system considers data from multiple situational awareness inputs, including multiple radars, 360-degree daylight and thermal cameras, and AIS to safely identify and steer clear of stationary and moving obstacles.

Sharktech’s ASView system allows for autonomous or remote operation of navigation and safety lighting, hailers and sirens, pumps, and other components. The system also supports the integration and autonomous or remote operation of a near-infinite range of specialized equipment, including fire pumps, monitors, and other fire-fighting equipment; hydrographic survey equipment; equipment for acoustic, oceanographic, or meteorological monitoring; and the full spectrum of FLIRs and other speciality cameras.

“While autonomous technology is perhaps most commonly associated with military applications, its value to commercial operators cannot be overlooked,” said Mr. Allard. “Sharktech’s benefits for safety, crew reduction, endurance, and CONOPS flexibility are unprecedented in our industry, and we are only scratching the surface of its potential applications.”

The vessel’s operations may be monitored from a mother ship via radio link, or from shore via satellite link. In the instance of lost primary and backup communications, the vessel will assume pre-programmed behaviour, such as station-keeping. Other safety features include geo-fence tools, emergency-stop buttons, and the ability to switch from autonomous to manual control at any time.

To showcase the new technology, Metal Shark and ASV Global are taking a Sharktech-equipped Metal Shark 38 Defiant patrol boat to the 2018 Multi Agency Craft Conference (MACC) in Baltimore, Maryland for demonstration on July 18th and 19th. The Sharktech demo vessel showcases multiple layers of autonomy, as it also carries a Shearwater aerial drone from Planck Aerosystems that may be launched, flown, and landed autonomously from the moving vessel thanks to an integrated navigation and guidance system.

In order to rapidly meet anticipated demand, Metal Shark has pre-engineered its most popular models for Sharktech autonomous capability, and has also added Sharktech vessels to its Stock Boats program, which utilizes staged hulls and repurposes in-production units to drastically reduce lead times.

“Depending on propulsion and desired equipment, we can currently deliver a fully-autonomous Sharktech-equipped 38 Defiant in as little as 60 days,” said Mr. Allard. www.metalsharkboats.com

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

T U G S ,

W O R K B O A T S

&

O S V s

29

Sanmar tugs head to new shores As part of Ocean’s 10-year concession agreement with the Port Authority of Jamaica (PAJ), the Canadian maritime company has purchased a 24m ASD tug from Turkish builder/operator Sanmar.

Taken from Sanmar’s “as new” fleet the vessel, Bogacay IX has been renamed Ocean Kingston Pride and will primarily operate in the Port of Kingston. It is one of Sanmar’s most popular classes with over 30 now in operation around the world.

Measuring 24.40m x 11.25m with a draft of 5.10m and powered by a pair of 2,350kW Caterpillar diesels driving Rolls-Royce type US 255 CP azimuthing Z-drives, the compact and agile tug achieves a good maximum bollard pull of 80 tonnes and a free-running speed of 13 knots. The vessel has airconditioned accommodation for six persons with two single and two twin berth cabins. The living quarters are finished to a very high standard with well-equipped mess and galley.

A feature of the wheelhouse is superb all round visibility for close quarter manoeuvring and a comprehensive array of state-of-the-art electronic aids including Simard autopilot and radar and two Navico GPS devices.

Out on deck, the tug is fitted with a electric double drum DMT forward winch and an aft quick release tow hook by Data Hidrolik. Both main engines also powers the pump that feeds an external fire-fighting system with a FFS supplied monitor capacity of fifi 1 located at the forward end of the bridge deck.

This ASD design, exclusive to this builder, is known as the Robert Allan RAmparts 2400 SX Class but contains considerable input based on Sanmar’s own operational experience.

Coincidentally another Robert Allan/Sanmar collaboration has left the operator’s own fleet for foreign shores. Dogancay XXVI is on its way to Somali for P&O Maritime where this twin screw 43 tonne bollard pull tug will be renamed Egal. www.sanmar.com.tr

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

30

T U G S ,

W O R K B O A T S

&

O S V s

Damen delivers two of four ASD 3212 tugs to Smit Lamnalco Damen has delivered two of four ASD 3212 tugs to towage and related marine services’ company Smit Lamnalco.

Arriving in Oman on July 10, the two new tugs will be directly deployed at a Oman India Fertiliser Company S.A.O.C (OMIFCO) dedicated terminal in the Port of Sur and will be owned and operated by the joint venture Bahwan Lamnalco Company (BLC).

In November 2017, Smit Lamnalco announced that it had decided to order four Damen ASD 3212 tugs following an award of two major contracts, in Oman and Australia. Damen’s ability to deliver quickly from stock played a key role in Smit Lamnalco’s decision to choose the four Damen tugs.

Built in Damen Song Cam Shipyard in Vietnam, the two new arrivals, SL Murjan and SL Lulu, were customised to Smit Lamnalco’s requirements. This included a modified aft deck and the addition of an aft winch to the SL Lulu.

Smit Lamnalco, headquartered in Rotterdam, has been a longstanding client of Damen Shipyards and has 55 Damen vessels in its fleet.

Smit Lamnalco’s CEO Stanley Maas says: “We are proud that our client chose Smit Lamnalco again as their preferred marine service provider and to welcome these two new ASD tugs to our fleet. Our good relationship with Damen enabled us to act quickly and to offer a first class and competitive solution to OMIFCO.” The following two Damen ASD 3212 tugs will head for the mining town of Weipa in Queensland, Australia in the fourth quarter of 2018, where they will be deployed on a Rio Tinto project.

Jeroen van Woerkum, Damen Shipyards Sales Manager Benelux, comments: “Smit Lamnalco has decided to invest in Damen vessels again because the ASD 3212 is a proven design, a quality product and this is coupled with our ability to deliver them quickly.”

Additionally, the end-customer Rio Tinto had a preference for Damen ASD tugs for its project in Weipa, he explains.

Smit Lamnalco will benefit from two of Damen’s key service hubs.

Damen has a station in Brisbane and also in Sharjah. “Our team in Sharjah looks forward to welcoming the new Smit Lamnalco vessels and wishes Smit Lamnalco every success with their new project,” Jeroen says.

The Damen ASD 3212 is a powerful, sturdy and highly manoeuvrable tug, with a bollard pull of 80 tonnes. www.damen.com

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

32

T U G S ,

W O R K B O A T S

&

O S V s

Second Gladding-Hearn catamaran for Massachusetts Bay Gladding-Hearn Shipbuilding has delivered the 89’x28’ catamaran ferry Glory to the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MPTA).

It’s the second 89′ aluminium cat built by Gladding-Hearn for MBTA, following sistership Champion last year. Both vessels have drafts of 4’2″.

With seating for 110 passengers inside and a total capacity of 150 passengers, the Glory is U.S. Coast Guard-certified Subchapter T and meets a range of performance and function criteria.

Designed by Incat Crowther, the vessel’s design is optimized for bow loading, with double-width gates and doors. The bow design integrates with existing shore-based infrastructure. The wheelhouse is designed to meet strict visibility requirements, allowing the captain to clearly see the foredeck.

Among the challenges of a modern commuter operation is the increasing demand for passenger amenities. The Champion and Glory are fully compliant with ADA (including four wheelchair spaces and accessible bathroom), concession stand, luggage racks, bicycle storage for 10, a ticket counter, and WiFi. Just like the Champion, Glory’s entire superstructure is isolated by resilient mounts, to reduce noise and vibration in the cabin, allowing the vessel to exceed the contractual requirements.

Glory is powered by a pair of Caterpillar C32 Acert engines, 1,450-hp each at 2,100 rpm, driving HamiltonJet HM571 waterjets, for a service speed of 26 knots and a top speed of 30 knots. Ship’s service power comes from twin John Deerepowered Marathon gensets, sparking 47kW of electricity each. www.gladding-hearn.com

Steven Hoadley +44 (0) 7957566033

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

34

D E C K

E Q U I P M E N T,

L I F T I N G

&

W I N C H I N G

Liebherr relaunch their CBO series Liebherr are ‘relaunching’ the CBO (Compact Board Offshore) crane series. It has an A-frame base, with a lattice boom and offers unparalleled stability whilst still having a relatively small footprint.

Being so compact “the new series fulfils the requirements for maintenance and supply work wherever operating radius and space on deck is restricted,” said a spokesperson. The range has been further developed to yield several different configurations - prospective owners can choose between a variety of boom lengths - from 42m to 63m - and lifting capacities - between 50t to 100t.

The cranes have a slew bearing and rope luffing system supported by electro-hydraulic drives: usefully, the winches have been placed on the boom near the pivot point to prevent any blocking of movement. In fact, the focus on efficiency and space-saving can be seen repeated throughout the various elements of the design: for example, the machinery compartment is above the access and maintenance area. This layout also makes room for the centrally positioned cabin, which allows the operator an unobstructed view.

Liebherr has also applied a new maintenance concept; customers can purchase a second fully equipped machinery house so the installation can be swapped over in its entirety, explained Bretag. As retaining as many operational days as possible is high on the agenda, it’s an idea that might well catch on as it reduces downtime, there’s no waiting around for spare parts and moreover, it minimises maintenance schedules.

To fulfil safety requirements the cranes are available with a range of tailoring options for hazardous areas. Depending on specific customer requests, Liebherr is able to protect either certain parts or the complete crane as a whole, using components selected for suitability on applications within hazardous areas.

According to Liebherr, the new range is a response to the latest trends and customer’s feedback.

The company commented that “the series supplements the advantages of the existing product portfolio and widens the field of applications”. www.liebherr.com

D E C K

E Q U I P M E N T,

L I F T I N G

&

W I N C H I N G

35

Floating crane gets reflective anchor lines Lankhorst Ropes recently supplied their Lanko force lines with Dyneema jackets as anchor lines aboard the floating sheerleg crane ‘Asian Hercules III’.

The Lanko force anchor lines moor the barge during lifting operations; the rope’s low stretch provides a high level of stability while the sheerleg crane is operating. The vessel’s ropes also feature a reflective tape braided into the Dyneema jacket giving the rope greater visibility thus enabling the crew to safely work for longer.

Lankhorst assisted Boskalis with onboard installation of the Lanko force ropes. Commenting Hans Pieter Baaij, commercial director, Lankhorst Ropes said “Using Lankhorst’s mobile tensioner our experienced team installed the anchor lines onto the sheerleg’s winches at the correct tension. Utilising a pre-tensioner ensures a longer service life by preventing the rope digging in and damaging itself.”

"Lankhorst provided Boskalis with the necessary information and engineering for applying Dyneema mooring ropes onto the Asian Hercules III. Flexibility in setting up the spooling operations resulted in a smooth mobilization of the Dyneema ropes onto the mooring winches. The crew was provided with an introductory training on the properties of the material and do's and don'ts of working with Dyneema. All together fully prepared for the job at hand," said Jeroen Jacobs, Lead Engineer for Boskalis.

Lanko force’s 12 strand braided design provides an alternative to heavy and cumbersome steel wire ropes, where manual handling of the rope is required.

While Lanko force’s Dyneema jacket additionally provides the rope with excellent abrasion and UV resistance. www.lankhorstropes.com

36

D E C K

E Q U I P M E N T,

L I F T I N G

&

W I N C H I N G

ICE-LBG-SR Load Ring from RUD Lifting, turning and rotating under full loads vertically or horizontally The ICE-LBG-SR Super Rotation Load Ring offers the ideal solution for lifting, turning & flipping at high working loads. It rotates 360° in all directions under load with an innovative ball bearing technology which offers a smooth rotation.

The advanced double ball bearing technology means that lifting, turning or rotating under full loads, vertically or horizontally can be done safely without the chance of the bolt opening mid lift.

The demand for safety lifting and turning at high working load limits resulted in the creation of the completely new bolt, the RUD “ICE bolt”. RUD developed the revolutionary patented fine grain steel bolt which offers an impressive impact strength of 56 Joule.

The ICE-LBG-SR offers a safety factor of 4:1 and is operational from -40°C to plus 300°C. Clear markings are displayed to indicate the minimum working load limit for all loading directions and patented markings highlight to the user when the product is no longer safe for service.

The ICE-LBG-SR load ring, with its double ball bearing technology and robust ICE bolt has solved a real problem in the industry. It offers the safety factor when lifting, turning, rotating and tilting under full loads. The bolt will securely stay firmly fastened under full loads, vertically or horizontally. www.rud.co.uk

L A T E

38

N E W S

&

R O U N D - U P

Turkish solar houseboat project Turkey based, the Pruva Group, have designed a houseboat which is both ecofriendly and solar powered.

The idea behind the project is an eco-friendly vessel, ideal for maritime cities which have a coastline. The original source of inspiration is Istanbul of 1950s and the main purpose of the design is to lead people to a ‘marine life’.

The vessel is 11.90m tall and 5.50m in width and set on a catamaran hull. It has 3 bedrooms and 1 living room has a gross area of 105m2 and a net area of 78.45m2. The roof height is 230cm.

Two of the bedrooms have a 7.6 m2 net area, one has a 4.02m2 net area. The shower and a toilet area is 3.75m2 and the living room a generous 16.2m2.

This totals 5 bedspaces and can therefore be a comfortable environment for a family with 3 children. The beds can also be used as bunk beds.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

Engine power : 2 X 70 kW conventional propeller

LOA : 11.90m.

Speed : 14 Knot

Beam : 5.50m.

Range : (10 knot) Unlimited with solar system

Draft : 0.8-1.2m.

Fresh water tank : 1800 lt.

Capacity : 5 bed Total area : 105m2 (2.3m ceiling height) Net: 73.25m2

Grey water tank : 800 lt.

Solar panel area: 34m

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

L A T E

N E W S

&

R O U N D - U P

39

The terrace areas are also spacious with the stern being 10m2 and the head terrace 7.3m2. On the other hand, flybridge has been designed with two different options as 16.8m2 and 22m2.

The ‘unsinkability’ of the houseboat has been significantly increased, in case of accidents, by dividing the catamaran hull into three different bulkheads on both sides.

The vessel also caters for both drinking water and consumptive water with its fresh water makers.

Having a flybridge with a specially constructed hardtop means greater protection from the elements for persons sitting in this area and it produces power with the integrated solar panels which were located on the roll bar.

More solar panels, which are situated in fore and aft of the hardtop roll bar according to location and angle of the sun, are extendable and can be opened and closed as and when they are needed. The unique idea behind these solar panels is that they can be used both with the aim both to protect people from sun in that area and to increase power production when required.

The cockpit of the houseboat can be used from two positions, it has upright head hull construction and thanks to this, with lowest engine power, the vessel can operate at its economical peak.

Drafts can be checked with ballast tanks and so stable floating can be controlled. The roof of the fore of the boat is also covered completely with solar panels, as is the hardtop ceilings and terraces fore and aft. These are also protected from the sun by awnings. There are entrance and exit doors in the port, starboard, fore and aft areas.

The vessel can both move and provide for its all power need with solar power so providing an opportunity to ecologically live afloat.

CONTACT: Email:mertunnu@gmail.com Tel: +905334948105 Tel: +902163471591

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

40

T R A I N I N G ,

C E R T I F I C A T I O N

&

C O U R S E S

Investing in your maritime career

by Andrew Deere, managing director, Maritime Training Academy

A career at sea is very attractive for many of us. Whether you’re interested in engineering or technical roles in tanker operations or want to join the crew of a superyacht, a maritime career can be exciting, rewarding and inspiring.

Maritime careers are not always at sea either. You can create a really exciting life for yourself based onshore working in boatyards and marinas or selling the dream to customers as a yacht broker. With the right skills, experience and commitment you can work anywhere in the world and achieve enviable work-life balance.

However, it’s no surprise that it’s a competitive industry to work in. The lifestyle and rewards are great, so lots of people want to pursue maritime careers. That’s why it’s really important to give yourself an edge on other candidates chasing the same dream as you. An investment in your skills and knowledge can make a real difference between whether you get the job, or someone else.

Here we explore the benefits of investing in your maritime career with a short course or by studying for a maritime diploma.

Breaking into the maritime industry Many junior roles such as being a deck hand on a superyacht are typically thought to be unskilled roles. These are the kinds of jobs you can get if you can demonstrate excellent soft skills like being good at working in a team, a clear communicator etc.

Training is ‘on the job’, and with experience you can get more financially rewarding work or find a niche within the industry.

Yet these roles are highly sought after, everyone wants to get a break and spend the summer season working out of Palma de Mallorca or another popular destination. For that reason, if you really want to break into the industry, you can get ahead of the competition by doing a short course that provides the necessary background and technical knowledge you need to do the job.

Courses are also available for people who want to get into more technical aspects of the maritime industry, for example if your dream is to build your own boat or get a job in a boatyard. Or perhaps you don’t want a new boat but instead want to get involved in historic boat restoration? Again, there are courses that will give you knowledge and skills that will help you stand out from other applicants also looking to embark on a maritime career.

Even if you’re currently on a maritime apprenticeship, a short course or diploma can be a great addition on your CV. It can also help you find your niche by allowing you to gain more specialist skills that you might not be getting through your apprenticeship.

Professional development If you have already broken into the industry you might want to consider investing in training to further your career. Getting the right diploma could help you move up a pay bracket or allow you to specialise in an area that you find particularly interesting and rewarding.

In many maritime careers there are professional qualifications that you need for compliance reasons, or they are a requirement to move up the career ladder. If you’re not sure about what qualifications you need, have a look at job advertisements for the roles you’re interested in to see what employers expect.

Your employees development Maritime training is not just something you should consider for your own professional development. If you have staff or head up a team, everyone can benefit from new skills. From a business perspective it makes sense. The business benefits from more qualified staff, which might increase your capabilities and attract more work, and it’s also great for employee engagement and retention.

If you have ambitious people on your staff, give them the skills they need to progress their careers with your business, not with another company. www.maritimetrainingacademy.com

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

T R A I N I N G ,

C E R T I F I C A T I O N

&

C O U R S E S

Opportunities for Tasmania on the horizon with BAE Future Frigate deal

INDUSTRIAL-ACADEMIC PARTNERSHIP TO DEVELOP INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES Novacavi has actively contributed to “Marine Energy LAB” (MEL), the research and development project of efficient production, accumulation and transmission of electricity in marine environment jointly developed by the Università Mediterranea di Reggio Calabria and Politecnico di Bari.

12XM463 special data transmission custom cable for submarine use has been engineered and manufactured to assure efficiency and reliability to this innovative system able to exploit wind and waves clean energy of the Italian marine heritage: it is a special multipolar hybrid cable with multimode optical fibres in stainless steel tube and reinforcing braid of aramidic yarn with a self-extinguishing, hydrolysis and UV resistant polyurethane.

For more details, contact ff@novacavi.it or visit the website www.novacavi.it/news/

The University of Tasmania recently welcomed the announcement of BAE Systems as the successful tenderer for Australia’s $35 billion SEA 5000 Future Frigate program.

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) Professor Brigid Heywood said enormous benefits would flow to Australian industry as a result of the deal to build a new fleet of nine navy frigates, particularly with a 65 to 70 per cent Australian industry content target in the contract.

“The University of Tasmania, primarily through our specialist institute the Australian Maritime College, enjoys a longstanding collaborative relationship with BAE Systems,” Professor Heywood said.

“Earlier this month I was delighted to accept an invitation to tour BAE shipyards in Glasgow where I was able to experience its Digital Shipyard and view the Hunter Class Type 26 frigate, which is the design BAE will build in Australia.

“The University looks forward to the opportunity to mature our relationship with BAE Systems and our involvement in the Future Frigate program.

“We bring significant expertise to bear in the areas of education and workforce development, including through the AMC’s key role in the development of the Naval Shipbuilding College, and in research and development domains such as maritime design and engineering, marine systems, advanced shipbuilding and human performance.”

The University looks forward to building on its strong Anglo-Australian linkages, specialist skills and unique capability to support the global defence agenda and particularly BAE Systems as the Future Program progresses. www.utas.edu.au

M Measure easure m metal etal thickness thickness through through ccoatings oatings and and G GRP RP w with ith oone ne ggauge! auge!

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.

Performance is the most important feature of our ultrasonic thickness gauges

www.tritexndt.com ww ww w.tritexndt.com

MADE MADE IIN N TTHE HE U UK K

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

tt:: +4 4 ((0) 0) 1 305 2 57160 +44 1305 257160 e sales@tritexndt.com e:: sales@tritexndt.com

@MandMGazette

41

42

T R A I N I N G ,

C E R T I F I C A T I O N

&

C O U R S E S

35 Years for World Maritime University Concurrent with the IMO’s 70th anniversary,this year the World Maritime University (WMU) is celebrating 35 years. WMU has made a major contribution to global maritime education, research and capacity building, with 4,654 WMU alumni from 167 countries to date.

In the early 1980s, the IMO identified a shortage of well-qualified, highly educated maritime experts, particularly in developing countries. In order to support member States with high-calibre education in the maritime field, WMU was officially established by the IMO on May 1,1983 and inaugurated on July 4, 1983, with the financial support of the Swedish government, the City of Malmö, the United Nations Development Program and private donations.

The establishment of WMU represented a major transformation in maritime education and capacity-building. Today, WMU graduates can be found in all parts of the maritime and port industries. Some have occupied positions as Prime Minister, government ministers, deputy ministers, ambassadors, representatives of their countries at the IMO, presidents of maritime academies, while many others hold senior positions in their maritime and port administrations, as senior surveyors and in shipping companies, to name but a few.

The current Secretary-General of the IMO and WMU Chancellor, Kitack Lim, is a 1991 graduate of the University. “WMU’s work is indispensable for ensuring smooth and effective implementation and enforcement of IMO’s shipping regulations,” said Lim. “The University equipped generations of maritime leaders with the necessary skills to take on this important responsibility. WMU’s 35th anniversary is a celebration of those 4,654 men and women who graduated from the University and went on to make an incredibly beneficial impact on shipping felt by all those who rely on the industry.”

WMU’s President, Dr. Cleopatra Doumbia-Henry, in marking this milestone stated: “As WMU celebrates its 35th anniversary, we applaud IMO for its vision when in 1983 it established this truly remarkable academic institution – a university for the world, dedicated to advance maritime education and research. We can look back with pride at its achievements, impact and its tremendous success as a unique international academic institution of the UN system. We are grateful for the support of our many donors throughout the history of WMU. As we look ahead, we will continue to enhance our education, research and capacity-building programs to serve the needs of the maritime and wider ocean community, taking into account the impact of technology, innovation, regulatory developments and the importance of delivering the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.”

In addition to seven specializations available within the Malmö MSc program, there are MSc programs in Shanghai and Dalian, China; a joint Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) program in International Maritime Law and Ocean Policy offered in cooperation with the IMO International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI); and a flexible PhD program. Distance learning is available with several postgraduate diploma programs and an LLM. In addition, WMU utilizes its extensive network of international maritime experts to deliver customized executive development courses at locations worldwide.

WMU has played a key role in the sharing and transfer of technology from developed to developing countries, with a view to promoting the achievement of the highest practicable standards in matters concerning maritime safety and security, efficiency of international shipping, the prevention and control of marine pollution, including air pollution from ships.

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

Research is integral to achieving WMU’s mission while exploring the interconnected nature of the maritime industry, international rule of law and the effect on the environment and the oceans. An example of WMU’s innovative work is the MarTID global maritime training insights database that was released in May 2018. The MarTID database is a historic initiative to study global maritime training practices by providing a global picture of maritime training that is not currently available, offering the global maritime community data on current and emerging training trends and techniques, staffing models, training focus areas, training tools, training resource allocation and assessment practices.

Closing the maritime industry gender and skills gap is a priority for the University. Until the late 1990s, female students made up less than five percent of the Malmö student body. A recruitment strategy with strong support from fellowship donors has resulted in the proportion of female students rising to around a third of the annual enrollment. In addition, almost a quarter of WMU faculty today are female.

The WMU officially inaugurated the WMU-Sasakawa Global Ocean Institute (Global Ocean Institute) on May 8. The new Institute will act as an independent focal point for ocean-related dialogue and capacity-building.

The Global Ocean Institute aims to bring to life a convergence platform where policy makers, the scientific community, regulators, industry actors, academics and representatives of civil society can meet to discuss how best to manage and use ocean spaces and their resources for the sustainable development of present and future generations.

The Global Ocean Institute has benefited from the generous support of The Nippon Foundation, the Governments of Sweden, the City of Malmö and Canada. The Institute will complement the IMO’s current and future engagement in the broader sphere of ocean governance, building important bridges between the maritime and ocean sectors.

Immediately following the inauguration, from May 8-9, the WMU Global Ocean Conference 2018 took place with over 240 participants from more than 50 countries. Representatives of international organizations, governments, ocean industries, research communities, civil society and academic institutions contributed to the discussions. Contemporary and emerging threats and issues faced by the world’s oceans and marine sectors were addressed as well as ways to build transformative partnerships to deliver the ocean-related goals under the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

At the U.N. Ocean Conference in June last year, WMU registered a commitment that aims to contribute to the implementation of Goal 14 by training a new generation of maritime leaders through the delivery of specialist post-graduate educational programs in Ocean Sustainability, Governance and Management as well as through cutting-edge oceans research.

WMU is the embodiment of the principle that education is the engine for economic growth, builds capacity for developing countries and promotes social justice and inclusive societies. www.wmu.se

@MandMGazette

L A T E

44

N E W S

&

R O U N D - U P

An evolution in mooring technology Nylacast has recently introduced the Chock Liner with its patented low friction technology supporting safe and reliable moorings of vessels of all types and purpose.

The transition from steel wire rope to fibre rope is widespread across industry. Fibre rope has a good strength to weight ratio and ease of handling, resulting in much lower risk of injury.

Although advantageous, a major weakness of fibre rope is poor resistance to external abuse and abrasion through everyday operations and poor surface contact. Abrasion continues to be one of the most common root causes of rope failure and reduction in its residual strength.

It is impossible for synthetic rope to perform to its maximum capabilities when used with poorly maintained deck equipment, often rusted or with a rough surface finish. Rope manufacturers recommend surfaces are correctly prepared, maintained and routinely inspected before and after rope installation. A 300-microinch finish (7.62 microns) is recommended for all deck hardware which comes into contact with the rope, in addition to the avoidance of chocks heavily scored from previous wire rope use.

The Chock Liner mooring technology from Nylacast provides vessels with the ability to be moored with greater safety, performance and efficiency, offering multiple benefits. The Chock Liner is versatile and capable of being fitted to brand new vessels and retro fitted to existing chocks and panama fairleads with no hot works or dry docking required.

Increased safety is a feature of the Chock Liner which reduces rope wear and abrasion, reducing the risk of breaking or failure. There is also no need for crew members to be near mooring lines under tension, as minimal (if any) chafe protection is required following installation of the Chock Liner.

The Chock Liner’s smooth surface and finish and its material characteristics provides better equalisation of mooring loads, especially when in high swell. The self-lubricating, low friction Chock Liner material requires little or no maintenance and no painting, coating or external protection. Corrosion resistant materials technology is featured on the Chock Liner, providing protection against the arduous environments faced in the global maritime industry.

Custom manufactured from initial chemistry to end product, the Chock Liner is available for use on all chock and vessel sizes. Developed to optimise and enhance vessel moorings, much of the advantages derive from the unique materials technology developed through over 20 years of field experience in design, testing and material selection with fibre ropes.

The featured materials technology in Nylacast Chock Liners allows for the accommodation of HMPE fibre rope with lower risk of abrasion and wear when in contact with the chock or panama fairlead. The Chock Liner is also suitable for polyester/polypropylene, polyester and nylon ropes, as required for FLNG, FSRU and STS where a specific synthetic pennant may pass through the fairlead. In all cases due care and attention is required in relation to the loads involved, chock designs and rope sizes.

This evolution in mooring technology is featured on various vessel types including passenger ships and ferries, container vessels, service vessels, LNG tankers and product carriers, FPSO and special purpose vessels, navy, yachts and fishing vessels.

The Chock Liner has been tried and tested in industry for many years, Master of Teekay’s LNGC TangguhSago commented; “The Nylacast Chock Liner is an excellent product for preventing mooring rope wear and damage. I believe the Chock Liners should be installed on all vessels equipped with HMPE ropes. We have installed 30 Chock Liners to the vessel which are still in excellent condition after 7 years of continuous service and should last the lifetime of the vessel.”

The low weight, low friction materials technology used within the Chock Liner is also featured in a wide range of marine equipment and products from sheaves and pulleys to spooling shells and rollers. www.chockliner.com

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

L A T E

N E W S

&

R O U N D - U P

45

Damen Shiprepair Brest completes maintenance on Norwegian Breakaway The 326-metre, 146,000 DWT, cruise ship Norwegian Breakaway arrived in Brest on 28 April for 11 days of scheduled maintenance and refurbishment.

The primary objective of the visit was mechanical works on the ship’s two ABB azipods. The DSBr team worked alongside ABB service engineers on both azipods to repair the shaft bearings and replace the slewing seals.

These works required the removal of both propellers and took place in very close coordination with the other teams working on the vessel to ensure that no dust and other contaminants entered the complex systems within the azipods.

At the same time, DSBr technicians worked with personnel from Brunvoll AS to undertake maintenance of the vessel’s three bowthrusters, as well as dismantling, maintaining and then refitting the two Fincantieri stabilisers.

The hull was also repainted, which involved the usual paintworks plus the decorative artwork on the vessel’s forward topsides.

While the Norwegian Breakaway was in DSBr’s 420-metre, number 3, dry dock, large quantities of the carpets inside the cruise ship were removed and replaced by a specialist contractor as part of a rolling programme. DSBr managed the 24/7 logistical flow, ensuring that old carpets were removed on time and the new rolls available for fitting. In addition to the scheduled tasks, that yard also ensured that the client’s subcontractors received full support and handled a wide range of unforeseen requests ranging from the provision of materials and tools to the erection of interior scaffolding.

Laurent Salou, Project Manager at Damen Shiprepair Brest, commented: “I truly believe that all the personnel at Damen Shiprepair Brest really appreciated the opportunity to work on Norwegian Breakaway as the collaboration with the ship’s staff was more than excellent during the entire dry-docking period. I’m personally really proud of the work which has been achieved by my colleagues, and honoured to have worked on such a notable project.

“The client chose us for this project not only because we are capable of handling a ship of this size, but also because we are close to the major cruise terminal at Southampton, which was its last port of call. They were also very satisfied with the works that we performed on the Norwegian Epic in 2015 and I am pleased to be able to report that the client was very happy with performance of the DSBr workers and the yard on this project as well.”

The Norwegian Breakaway left Damen Shiprepair Brest six hours ahead of schedule. www.damen.com

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

L A T E

46

N E W S

&

R O U N D - U P

Valeport releases new portable tidal observation hub A new portable survey solution for monitoring tide, met and other sensors has been launched by leading British oceanographic and hydrographic instrument specialist, Valeport. The new TideStation (Portable) is a self-contained tidal observation hub which optimises performance of instrumentation.

TideStation (Portable) has Valeport’s industry leading tide gauge system, TideMaster, at its core. Housed in a large rugged ABS case, the compact and robust TideStation (Portable) offers a choice of either UHF or GPRS telemetry with connection to pressure or radar sensors along with interface to other meteorological systems.

The single unit includes all infrastructure required to maintain power to the tide and meteorological equipment and communications system contained within. Accessing data from the water level monitoring equipment within the TideStation (Portable) is easy, all data can be recorded locally and broadcast to a central command and control point as required. If using GPRS telemetry, data can be viewed and managed on a Valeport headed webpage using the Port-Log from Oceanwise software supplied, which is subscription free for 12 months, with the option to subscribe further directly with Oceanwise thereafter.

The corrosion proof, weather-proof, crush-proof and dust-proof TideStation (Portable) weights under 25kg and features a retractable extension handle and wheels for easy transport, the observation hub is suited to a broad range of sectors including port and harbour operations, surveying, dredging and many other applications.

TideStation (Portable) is an evolution of Valeport’s original TideStation unit and a natural extension to Valeport’s tide gauge instrument portfolio, Kevin Edwards, Head of Sales commented: “Accurate data is at the heart of all successful monitoring, our new TideStation (Portable) safeguards precise reliable instrumentation within a durable housing that helps prolong performance. Simple and easy to use, this turnkey solution is excellent for use in remote or temporary locations and ensures suveyors obtain the highest quality data easily and quickly.” www.valeport.co.uk

www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

@MandMGazette

MARINE Aids T To o Navigation N

Gannet Navigation Na vigation Buoys

• Sizes: Ø1500 Ø1500,, Ø1800mm & Ø2200mm.

• High Visibility Daymark.

• UV S Stabilized tabilized P Polyethylene. olyethylene.

• Modular Design Buoys.

•S tructural steel cross braced Structural central core for superior strength.

• Data Applications also available available..

F For or more more info info co contact ntact us us on: on:

www.jfcmarine.com www.j w..jfcmariine.com w

+353 +353 93 93 6 60056 0056 info@jfcmarine.com inf fo@jfccmarine.com