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An real underwater focus... So who’s off to Subsea Expo, Aberdeen this month? Welcome to the February 2019 issue of Marine & Maritime Gazette the monthly magazine aimed at Worldwide coverage of the commercial marine, shipping and waterbased renewables markets. With the Maritime sector really starting to step up the pace as we progress into the year, this month many of us will be enroute to Aberdeen, UK, for Subsea Expo 2019 - reputedly the world’s largest subsea event. The exhibition and Conference takes place from 5th to 7th of this month, is completely free to attend and definitely well worth the visit - put it in your diary already for next year! Inside this issue, as usual, we will be covering a vast amount of topics including ‘Subsea, Underwater & Diving’ on page 26, to the ‘ins and outs’ of ‘Tugs, Workboats & OSVs’ from page 20. We also have a quick look at ‘Construction & Marine Civils’ on page 34 and from page 40 we have a ‘peek’ into ‘Pollution Clean-up & Control’. Commercial Ma rine & Renewab Anyway, we hope you enjoy reading les Worldwide this edition and look forward to seeing some of you at one of the many upcoming maritime events around the globe. If you have any news, reviews, product launches or absolutely anything else of interest across the whole marine market, please email it through to me at info@bljournals.plus.com for future consideration in our forthcoming issues.

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Game-changing marine travel app attracts investors

Start-up company C Teleport are revolutionizing booking, cancelling and changing flights, with their marine travel app.

Test facility Ireland’s ocean test facility, Lir, officially opened..

Their solution, potential and growth have been rather impressive within the past year, that it even attracted investors to be part of their expected success and help to accelerate the desired growth. “Booking a marine flight for your crews can be quite a hassle. Currently, all bookings are processed manually by traditional travel agents. There has to be a better way,” says Dmitrii Beliakov, CEO of C Teleport.

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There is too much room for error and it is too time consuming for human travel agents, finding the flight you need. Finally, you receive a few flight options, while there must be more. How are you assured that your perfect flight is in between? Are these tickets even fully or partially refundable? Flexible air travel is a complex topic and competence is required to manage it. “C Teleport received a EUR 1.2 million investment from Mainport Innovation Fund, to replace traditional travel agents.” he continued. Using artificial intelligence, C Teleport created a machine learning technology which allows booking, changing and cancelling flights automatically. With the app, it has made marine travel management so easy, anybody can do it! By interpreting airline rules, C Teleport can find a lot of fully or partially refundable marine, public and low-cost flights. To top it off C Teleport provides tools for budget control, sends three times less invoices with their “simplified invoicing” system and integrates with any HR planning system, to significantly reduce time spent on data entry. If you need efficient marine travel management, you need C Teleport. www.cteleport.com

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Testing for windfarm power platform Geps Techno’s Wavegem, the new 150KW capacity renewable energy power platform utilising wave, solar, wind and current energy is due to undergo a series of 18 months of testing. The unit converts wave energy into electricity by the flow of sea water flow through a turbine. The constant water flow in different corridors enables the platform to deliver constant power. To increase the production of electricity, this unit is equipped with 70sqm of solar panels. Measuring 21m long, 14m wide and 7m high, the 200t platform is moored with anchors ready to deliver off-grid energy to multiple operations including wind farms, aquaculture farms and oil and gas sites. Wavegem is inspired by Geps Techno’s hybrid platform MLiner and was designed and built in France, at Saint-Nazaire. The platform is a part of the R&D project IHES (Integrated Harvesting Energy System), which includes partners as Blue Solutions by Bolloré, Centrale Nantes, Chantiers de l’Atlantique, ICAM, Ifremer, SNEF and financed by Bpifrance Piave and Interreg Foresea. Testing will be taking place on the site of SEM-REV operated by Central Nantes and located off the coast of Le Croisic in France. Geps Techno also supplies vessels newbuilding and refitting with its an anti-roll stabilisation system Gsire, based on the same turbine principle as Wavegem. Gsire installs power up to 250kW capacity and features integrated turbines/generators which recover stabilisation power from the water load in motion, while offering an additional source of electric power without any CO2 emissions. www.geps-techno.com/en/

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£2.2 Million new Terminal at Port of Ayr

New bascule bridge and lock gates delivered to Dover Western Docks

Associated British Ports (ABP) has announced a £2.2 million investment in a new state-ofthe-art warehouse at the Port of Ayr which will improve its customer offering. Work on the new 4,000sqm agribulk terminal began last year to support South West Scotland’s growing agricultural sector. The new facility will be located on the west side of Griffin Dock at the port. Commenting on the latest investment news, Andrew Harston, ABP Short Sea Ports Director, said: “We are proud to announce another major investment in our Scottish ports to ensure that we can continue to offer our customers the best infrastructure available to help their businesses grow. “As the UK’s leading company in our sector, we are committed to an extensive investment plan focusing on the Ports of Ayr and Troon

A single leaf bascule bridge and marina lock gates have been delivered as part of the ongoing transformation for Port of Dover’s flagship Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) development. The bridge, designed and manufactured by Qualter Hall has been installed by Qualter Hall on behalf of VSBW - a joint venture comprising VolkerStevin and Boskalis Westminster who are responsible for the marine and bridge civils contract for the DWDR development. The bascule bridge has been designed to maintain vehicular and pedestrian access along the Esplanade and will span the new navigation channel connecting the existing Wellington Dock with the new marina that is being built in the outer harbour. The bridge deck is attached by tie bars to a pivoting arm, which sits on top of a pair of masts, designed to represent ship masts. The deck is lifted using hydraulic cylinders, attached to the pivoting frame. The lifting mechanism is assisted by a steel filled counterweight section at the end of the balance arm. The deck is 16m in length and 15.1m wide, and weighs 96 tonnes. It has a mast height of 16m and was brought in by a sea-going barge from the fabricator, Victor Buyck, Belgium, and lifted into place by a substantial 1250t land based crane. In addition to the bascule bridge, two sector lock and mitre gates are being installed to provide 24 hour access for marine craft into the Wellington Dock Navigation Channel, and also to provide flood protection during extreme high tide and storm surge conditions. The two sector lock gates, each 12m high, and weighing 50 tonnes, will be located at the entrance to the navigation channel; and the two mitre lock gates, each 6m high and 5.5m wide, and weighing 13 tonnes, will be installed in the middle of the navigation channel adjacent to the bascule bridge. George Orton, Managing Director for Qualter Hall, said: “We are delighted to be working at Dover again where, over the years, Qualter Hall has carried out a significant number of major works. Recently this included all the mechanical, hydraulic and electrical control equipment for the refurbishment of RoRo berths 2, 3 and 7 at Dover’s Eastern Docks. The revival of the Western Docks will be a key catalyst for the wider regeneration of the area, providing vital employment opportunities and we are privileged to be playing a part in this.” Alan Hicks, Project Director for VSBW, said: “This is another successful key milestone within this high-profile project. The close collaboration between VSBW, our supply chain and the Port of Dover, has allowed the installation to take place as planned and ensures the success of the regeneration project for the Port as a whole.”

and we would actively encourage Scottish businesses in need of first class port facilities in the West of Scotland to come and talk to us.” The contract for building the warehouse has been awarded to a Scottish family-owned company, 3b construction, in line with ABP’s ‘buy local’ strategy, which aims to support local businesses. Stuart Cresswell, ABP’s Port Manager at Ayr and Troon, said: “Following other recent investments in warehousing, cranes and a new pilot boat, the development of another major agribulk terminal in Ayr is a huge vote of confidence in both our Scottish Ports and our local workforce. “I strongly believe that the facilities we are developing at Ayr and Troon offer a beacon of hope for the many Scottish voices calling for a renaissance of maritime-related industry and shipping on the Clyde.” www.abports.co.uk

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Ireland’s Ocean Energy Test Facility officially open

Lir, Ireland’s ocean energy test facility, was recently officially opened by Simon Coveney, Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade.

The facilities at Lir include four wave tanks, which can replicate real ocean conditions and enable testing of various marine innovations, technologies and structures at different scales. In addition to the ocean test infrastructure, Lir also offers a team of researchers and operators. Speaking at the opening of Lir, Tánaiste Simon Coveney said, “Lir, the national ocean test facility is key to the development of Ireland’s offshore renewable energy industry and marine research sector. As a key piece of infrastructure in the SFI MaREI Centre for marine and renewable energy, it provides an invaluable resource for industry, researchers and state institutions to facilitate testing of innovative ocean energy technologies and devices for marine systems. “The ERI, MaREI and Lir are vital enablers of Ireland’s blue economy, allowing both indigenous and international companies to develop renewable energy systems that will ultimately have real impact in how we generate energy from our oceans.” Professor Patrick O’Shea, president of University College Cork, said: “When you consider the energy and environmental challenges society faces globally, research to unlock the potential of our oceans can provide future solutions. “University College Cork has been an acknowledged leader in marine energy research for many years, and we have been part of the Lir journey since its designation as a National Facility in 2009. Today is a proud day to see Lir become a vital part of Ireland’s national ocean energy test infrastructure. We are looking forward to working with government departments and agencies in ensuring that the full capacity and potential of Lir to the research community and Irish economy are realized.” The Ministerial party toured the Lir facility, a 2,600 m2 tank hall reviewing the Deep Ocean Basin tank, Ocean Basin tank and Electrical Laboratory, and also experienced the wave and current flume capabilities of the tanks, as well as the wave watch flume and adjustable beach, UCC noted. UCC’s Dr Jimmy Murphy and lead at Lir said, “The diversity of activities at Lir reflect the numerous commercial opportunities that offshore renewable energy presents. We are supporting companies by de-risking their technologies through our extensive testing capability including towing, installation, performance and survivability testing. We also operate in the broader marine sector as we have the capacity to test any structure that can be fabricated at a smaller scale. “As well as renewable energy devices and systems, Lir can also be used to test oil and gas platforms, aquaculture cages, vessels, breakwaters and coastal protection structures. The Lir facility will accelerate Ireland’s marine sector development, and we look forward to supporting indigenous and international companies, institutions, academia and researchers in this important sector.” The Lir Infrastructure represents a capital investment of approximately €10 million, with infrastructure funded by HEA and Bord Gais (under PRTLI), DCCAE and the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland and support from the IDA and Port of Cork. Additional funding was received from DAFM and subsequent capital and equipment awards from Science Foundation Ireland and the Marine Institute won by and enabled through, MaREI in the Environmental Research Institute at UCC. www.ucc.ie

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Danfoss Editron powers Stockholm’s first hybrid ice-class passenger ferry

Stockholm shipping company Waxholmsbolaget has launched its first hybrid ice-going passenger ferry, powered by innovative hybrid electric propulsion by Danfoss Editron Oy. The 27.5m vessel, designed and built by Baltic Workboats, is serving the Stockholm archipelago, Sweden and is built to transport up to 150 passengers at a time. The electrified ice-class ferry will help the city of Stockholm achieve its target of becoming a fossil fuelfree city by 2040, while providing more comfortable transportation for passengers with lower noise and vibration levels. As the ferry will be operating all-year-round, it has been specifically designed to be able to operate in ice up to 25cm thick. The vessel operates with two diesel engines and a battery pack, creating a hybrid power plant providing clean power to propulsion. With good weather conditions, the ferry can operate with one diesel engine and the battery pack system, further minimizing emissions. The hybrid propulsion system is integrated into a single common unit controlled by Baltic Workboats’ monitoring and alarm system. The vessel is also equipped with an exhaust cleaning elective catalyst reduction system to further reduce emissions. The vessel is equipped with a Danfoss Editron marine system, which consists of two hybrid drivetrains with permanent magnet electrical motors and generators. The system is half the size of a conventional, diesel-electric propulsion system, making it the most compact and lightweight on the market. Editron’s highly-efficient permanent magnet machines cut fuel and running costs, resulting in significantly reduced CO2 emissions and payback period. Peeter Raamat, Head of Technical Department at Baltic Workboats, commented: “A hybrid vessel was the perfect choice for the city of Stockholm. The ferry will have to operate across all seasons, so we needed a system that would enable the crew to switch to diesel-electric or batteries in case of engine failure. We chose to work with Danfoss Editron because their marine system is robust yet lightweight, plus delivers high efficiencies. Their equipment is also really compact, which is a crucial factor to consider when building small hybrid vessels.” This is the second partnership between Danfoss Editron and Baltic Workboats, following the delivery of a hybrid patrol ship to the Estonian border authorities earlier this year. Kari Savolainen, Project Manager at Danfoss, said: “As countries adopt regulations to advance towards carbon neutrality, we can expect demand for such hybrid electric solutions to grow rapidly. Electrifying marine transport is set to become a key trend and Scandinavian countries are leading the way. We have found a strategic partner in Baltic Workboats that puts us on the front line of development, and we are looking forward to working together with them on future projects.” Decarbonizing maritime transport has become both a major challenge and ambition for the industry, since the International Maritime Organization adopted a strategy to reduce at least 50% of greenhouse gas emissions from the global shipping sector by 2050. Sweden is at the forefront of decarbonizing marine transport. In 2015, the Swedish Shipowners’ Association became one of the first shipping associations worldwide to commit to zero-carbon shipping by 2050. www.danfoss.com/editron

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L3 ASV and Dstl complete 1,380 km of autonomous reconnaissance missions at Autonomous Warrior

L3 ASV announced the completion of a series of demonstrations at the Australian Defence Showcase, Autonomous Warrior 18, in Jervis Bay, Australia. In support of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), L3 ASV operated a 9-metre (30ft) vessel outfitted with advanced autonomous navigation capability for reconnaissance, interdiction and patrol tasks.

The vessel, dubbed MAST-9, operated in fully autonomous mode, including COLREG aware collision avoidance, navigating the waterways at speeds of up to 40 knots, for over 80 hours, across the two-week event. MAST-9 successfully executed seven different task types comprising loiter, shadow, interdict, survey, patrol, target tracking and inspection. “The reliability and consistency of the system was solid proof of the use case for autonomous surface platforms for persistent inspection and tracking at range, particularly in challenging environmental conditions,” said Dr. Howard Tripp, Autonomous Systems R&D Lead, L3 ASV. “There were instances where the weather dictated that manned vessels had to return to harbour - the autonomous vessel, by its nature, was not subject to these concerns and was able to operate normally. This is where the real value in autonomy lies,” he continued. “The exercise successfully showcased an integrated system of systems approach to executing autonomous defence tasks with little or no human intervention,” added Ian Campbell, Defensive Surface Warfare, Platform Systems Division, Dstl. “The ability to interface with the Maritime Autonomous Platform Exploitation (MAPLE) system, coupled with the reliability of the vessel system, was key to the success of this demonstration.” MAST-9 completed approximately 100 tasks commanded from the MAPLE system. Operational status and payload feedback were communicated to and from MAPLE using ASView, L3 ASV’s proprietary autonomous control system. Using an optical and infrared camera, MAST-9 demonstrated high-speed inspection capability. The ASView control system allowed the remote mission commanders to track and follow target vessels for interdiction tasks. The vessel, designed and built by L3 ASV, used radar to provide situational awareness, making it possible to detect and avoid other vessels accordingly. www.L3ASV.com.

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New monoblock engine from Steyr Steyr Motors recently launched their SEC 4-cylinder, the world's first monoblock common rail marine engine series The new SEC 4-cylinder with its distinctive design marks a seminal step in the Steyr Motors engine family. This is the first time that an enhanced common rail injection system has been used for a monoblock marine engine, a development that boosts performance as well, thus reducing fuel emissions. With its new SEC 4-cylinder engine series, system solution specialist Steyr Motors, a pioneer in the monoblock engine segment, drives engineering advances in the marine sector. The essential benefits, on the one hand, include the compact design, and power-to-weight ratio, but also the long service life and operational reliability of the monoblock engine. On the other, by ensuring greater efficiency, smooth and quiet operation, as well as lower emissions the common rail fuel injection technology will sustainably assert the SEC 4-cylinder engine's position in the market. www.steyr-motors.com

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CWind and Ore Catapult Drive UK offshore wind technology innovation

CWind has signed a Collaboration Agreement with the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult, the UK’s offshore renewable energy innovation centre. The agreement demonstrates CWind’s long-term commitment to develop solutions to overcome the challenges faced by the UK offshore renewables sector, using innovation and technology to drive change. Together, the two companies will focus on delivering applied research projects and accelerating technology development, aimed at improving health and safety, the operational performance of offshore renewable assets and reducing risk and cost. Over the last 12 months, CWind and ORE Catapult have established a strong relationship, leveraging their respective strengths and capabilities, and have planned multiple projects for 2019, including the exploration of an engineered corrosion protection solution, and an in-field communication solution. Furthermore, CWind is delighted to join the Offshore Wind Innovation Hub’s (OWIH) Technical Advisory Group. The OWIH, a joint initiative by ORE Catapult and the Knowledge Transfer Network, a provider of UK business support, is the UK’s primary coordinator for innovation, focusing on offshore wind energy cost reduction and maximising UK economic impact. CWind will play a key role in shaping the initiative’s O&M and Electrical Infrastructure Technology Roadmaps, identifying the innovation needs of the sector. Ian Bryan, Managing Director of CWind (Interim), said, “As a Company, CWind is committed to innovation and driving positive change to support the future growth of the UK offshore wind industry. Being part of the Global Marine Group, we are proud to be at the forefront of subsea engineering across multiple markets, and are passionate about championing new technologies and digital advances to drive efficiencies and improvements for customers. Our values are matched closely with those of ORE Catapult and we look forward to achieving success for mutual and industry benefit.” Chris Hill, ORE Catapult’s Operational Performance Director, said, “ORE Catapult uses its unique facilities and research and engineering capabilities to bring together industry and academia and drive innovation to improve existing, and develop next generation, renewable energy technologies. We have secured a comprehensive pipeline of projects for 2019, focused on improving the performance and efficiency of offshore renewable assets. With CWind’s strong and proven background in engineering, I am confident that together we can deliver new research, technology and development projects that will support evolving offshore wind capabilities and generate significant economic benefit for the UK.” www.cwind.global

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High Speed Transfers signs contract for third Damen FCS 2710 fast crew supplier Damen and High Speed Transfers Ltd (HST) have signed a contract for a third FCS 2710 fast crew supply vessel, for delivery in September this year. The FCS 2710 is the replacement for Damen’s highly successful FCS 2610 and was first shown to the world in July 2018 with HST as the lead customer. Effectively a complete redesign bringing with it a range of new capabilities and features, the FCS 2710 is capable of carrying twice as many passengers - 26 - as its predecessor and is also able to operate in wave heights of more than two metres due to an extra metre of freeboard. This latest addition to the HST fleet, to be named HST Harri, will join the HST Hudson, delivered in July 2018, and the HST Sofia, which is scheduled for delivery in March 2019. Like the HST Sofia, the HST Harri will incorporate a few small layout changes to the working areas but otherwise the original specification remains unchanged. Based in Swansea, Wales, HST is a recent entrant to the crew transfer market but is led by a highly experienced management team with extensive experience in the offshore transfer sector. Since its formation, the business has been doing well. “The Hudson is just about to start its next project with the same client, this time in Belgium,” says managing director Tom Nevin. “Having completed its project in the Irish Sea successfully the client has decided it wants to keep the vessel so it’s starting a new project on the 1st of February. “We are really happy to be adding another vessel to our fleet,” he continues, “and it’s been a great experience so far operating for us and our clients, and it’s been very well received in the wider market. Its performance has exceeded all of our expectations and so we are extremely happy to be buying a third vessel and are eager to get it into the market.” “We’re delighted that HST has had so much success with the HST Hudson and that it has been well received by their customers,” added Arjen van Elk, Damen Sales Manager for the UK and Ireland. “With three orders within a year they are turning their ambitions into reality even quicker than we could have imagined.” www.damen.com

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New agreement names EIVA official distributor for Sea-Bird Scientific solutions

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EIVA a/s and world-leading sensor manufacturer Sea-Bird Scientific have announced the signing of an agreement that outlines a promising future for both companies, in which EIVA will serve as official distributor of all salt water Sea-Bird Scientific products in Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland. Commenting on the signing of the first official agreement made between the two companies, Anne Juul Andreasen, EIVA Director Marketing and Sales, said: “This new agreement marks a new chapter in an already long and productive relationship. EIVA’s new official role in working with this broad portfolio of oceanographic tools opens up exciting new avenues for closer collaboration between two companies that share a common commitment to delivery of maritime solutions of the highest quality.” Sea-Bird Scientific, which is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, United States, is the world’s largest developer and manufacturer of solutions for the measurement of salinity, temperature, pressure and related oceanographic parameters in marine environments. With customers involved in every sector of maritime industries, Sea-Bird Scientific sensors and systems are deployed around the world by ocean researchers, resource managers and key stakeholders engaged in offshore exploration and ocean resource utilisation. “EIVA has been a long-time partner for Sea-Bird Scientific in developing integrated solutions using SeaBird Scientific sensors. Making EIVA our distributor in Scandinavia has opened up new possibilities and growth opportunities for both organisations. This partnership is aimed towards greater customer satisfaction,” commented Tom Mitchell, VP Commercial Team at Sea-Bird Scientific. Venturing into new waters with shared commitment to delivering maritime solutions of the highest quality Through the years, EIVA has delivered a high number of ScanFish Rocio remotely operated towed vehicle (ROTV) solutions with Sea-Bird Scientific sensors, including a number of solutions in 2018. The signing of the new agreement will only strengthen this collaboration on providing integrated solutions for the oceanographic market, with Sea-Bird Scientific’s sensors fitted on EIVA’s sensor platforms (ROTVs and wave buoys) as well as including winch systems when required. Anne Juul Andreasen commented: “The experience of EIVA staff in working with Sea-Bird Scientific components is just one reason amongst many for our belief in the value and complementary nature of this partnership moving forward. Acknowledging that many EIVA customers are also operators of SeaBird Scientific products, we see great opportunities ahead to ensure that these organisations are provided access to the combined insights, technical know-how and solutions available from both our companies.” www.eiva.com www.seabird.com

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€12.8M TO DEMONSTRATE OCEAN ENERGY FARMS A new Interreg NWE project, Ocean DEMO, has recently been officially launched. Ocean DEMO will provide funding to developers of marine renewable technologies to test their products or services in real sea environments, specifically targeting multi-machine ocean energy installations. This will allow developers to move closer to market by demonstrating their technologies at full commercial scale. Ocean DEMO will release a first call for applications this year and devices will be installed from 2020 to 2022. The transition from single machine to pilot farm scale is critical for the future of the ocean energy sector. Scaling up to multi-device farms will improve the competitiveness of the technology by bringing down costs across the supply chain. This transition comes with higher capital requirements and investors require a proven business case before they get further involved. Ocean DEMO will ease the transition towards pilot farms by providing free access to Europe’s world leading network of open sea test centres: • EMEC – European Marine Energy Centre, UK – Project leader • DMEC – Dutch Marine Energy Centre, Netherlands • SEM-REV, France • SmartBay Ireland Ocean DEMO follows on from the highly successful FORESEA project, which provides free access to open sea test centres for single machine testing. FORESEA has helped prove the tremendous potential of ocean energy, with 19 technologies deployed and more to come this year. Examples like Orbital Marine Power, who generated over 3 GWh of electricity in a year, proved that the technology works and can be part of

a renewable energy mix in Europe. Industry group Ocean Energy Europe will channel the project’s achievements and learnings to its international network of ocean energy professionals, ensuring broad dissemination across the sector. Oliver Wragg, Commercial Director at EMEC, commented: “We’re delighted to be able to continue the work we started with FORESEA. We were able to demonstrate a wide range of technologies throughout the ocean energy supply chain thanks to Interreg’s support and the efforts of all the project partners. “With Ocean DEMO, we will be able to scale up technologies to pilot farm scale. This will reduce technical risks, minimise environmental impacts and improve the economic competitiveness of ocean energy production. We’re looking forward to collaborating with ocean energy innovators across Europe and help them get machines in the water.” Rémi Gruet, CEO of Ocean Energy Europe, added: “We are very happy about Interreg’s steady support for ocean energy development in Europe. The ocean energy industry can provide jobs to 400,000 Europeans as well as 10% of Europe’s electricity by 2050. Ocean DEMO will be another significant step towards those objectives. Multi-device demonstration will strengthen the technology’s business case and attract investors, which will in turn allow the industry to scale up and bring down costs. “A revenue support system, feed-in tariff, Contract for Difference or similar, is the only thing we’re missing to unlock the full potential of ocean energy in Europe. It is now up to Member States to create the right conditions for this industry to thrive.” www.emec.org.uk

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Damen Shiprepair Brest completes refit of Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth has left Damen Shiprepair Brest (DSBr) following a 12-day repair and refit programme. She is the most recent addition to the Cunard fleet, having been delivered in 2010. The programme was highly intensive with a series of major systems being overhauled or installed. On arrival the ship was placed in Damen Shiprepair Brest’s drydock number 3, one of the largest in Europe at 420 metres, and the relevant manufacturers began immediately on maintenance to her stabilisers, ABB Azipods, bow thrusters and water intakes. Meanwhile, above the waterline work was going on to install twin exhaust gas cleaning systems (EGCS) which, along with all the pipe and ducting work, involved the removal of two cabins to accommodate the additional equipment. Inside the vessel, the refurbishment included a series of cabins and corridors, along with the ship’s spa and part of the retail provision. Ashore, DSBr performed routine maintenance to Queen Elizabeth’s lifeboats, liferafts and tenders, and the yard also cleaned and repainted the hull and topsides of the ship. The project represented a major logistical operation, with multiple third-party teams working alongside the DSBr personnel and each other. In total, around 250 people were at work on the project. Large quantities of materials flowed on board the vessel while substantial amounts of waste came ashore for disposal as the cabins were refurbished. DSBr’s experienced project management team ensured that everything went smoothly and that a series of large temporary shelters were available for the contractors’ use. In the event, the programme was completed a day early, with Queen Elizabeth back at her home port of Southampton on the morning of 27th November. Damen Shiprepair Brest is exceptionally convenient for cruise ship operators that use Southampton. The two locations are just 10-12 hours steaming time apart and have excellent ferry and air links. With its drydocks capable of holding the very largest vessels and a spacious, unconstricted site, it has plenty of room for contractors to store and access their materials and equipment, an important requirement for large-scale projects on a tight deadline. With its physical advantages plus an experienced workforce, it is no surprise that DSBr has cruise ship repair and maintenance bookings up to five years ahead. www.damen.com

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Orkney’s geographical location at 59 degrees north and on the main shipping routes from the Baltic region, the North Sea, Trans-Atlantic commercial shipping routes and the north Atlantic periphery neighbours is a unique attraction for both oil and gas and marine tourism activity. The wide range of commercial and leisure ports within the 29 piers and harbours of the port’s estate and Europe’s largest natural harbour Scapa Flow at 125 square miles, provides a diverse range of berthing and anchorage options. Scapa Flow is the largest natural harbour in Europe and at 125 square miles and is the second largest natural harbour in the World and is the hub of the oil and gas operations in Orkney waters. Weekly ship to ship transfer operations of crude oil take place in Scapa Flow which is licensed by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and in place is a groundbreaking ballast water management policy approved by Orkney Islands Council in 2014. The World’s first ship to ship transfer of liquefied natural gas was undertaken in Scapa Flow in 2007. Scapa Flow in recent years has proved to be the ideal location for rig and accommodation platform maintenance due to its sheltered, deep water location and easy access to oil and gas activity in the North Sea and west of Shetland. The local marine supply chain has demonstrated its considerable diverse skills and in depth knowledge of local waters in servicing rigs and tanker movements, all within the strict environmental policies of Scapa Flow and maintaining the impeccable environmental record of the harbour. At the centre of Orkney’s oil and gas operations is the Flotta Terminal, and since 1977, crude oil has been delivered from the North Sea to the crude oil processing terminal on the island of Flotta, right in the heart of Scapa Flow. Currently operated by Repsol Sinopec Resources (UK Limited), the 385acre site receives both crude oil and LPG at the Terminal via a 210 km pipeline from the Flotta catchment area in the North Sea. The economic benefit to Orkney is considerable, with over 100 core crew being employed by the Terminal, many of whom are people living in Orkney. Any island destination is reliant on its lifeline freight and passenger links and Orkney is no exception. There are daily freight and passenger services to Stromness from the Scottisand almost daily freight and passenger freight and passenger services from Aberdeen to Kirkwall; Orkney is therefore well connected as in addition there are 12 daily flights into Orkney from the Scottish mainland and Shetland and in the summer, there are regular flights to Manchester and Bergen. Orkney is home to the largest crab processing plant in Europe. Commercial fishing for prawn, crab, lobster and scallop and the recent development of large-scale salmon farms contributes a significant commercial value to the local economy. These premium products can be found on the menus of some of the most celebrated restaurants in the UK and Europe. With over 170 port calls annually, Orkney is the UK’s cruise capital. Hatston Pier just outside Kirkwall with its 385 metres of berthing and 10.5 metres draft is the perfect berth for even the largest cruise ships in service. There are 3 berthing options in Kirkwall and Stromness and 2 anchorages so that ships of all sizes can be accommodated. In 2019, Orkney will receive around 140,000 passengers from across the globe and in addition, 40,000 crew will also can come ashore. Orkneys World Heritage site offering unrivalled Neolithic tourism experiences coupled with its history of two World wars and a wide range of itineraries including stunning panoramas, arts and crafts, the stunning 12th century St Magnus Cathedral and the famous whisky distilleries of Highland Park and Scapa underpin Orkney’s global tourism growth. The harbour authority, in conjunction with the local authority will publish its 20-year ports master plan this spring. The plan will take a strategic view of how the commercial ports within Orkney harbours will prepare its infrastructure requirements for the future in order to continue to service its diverse portfolio of stakeholders and harbour users. Future proofing the port for ever evolving markets and providing sustainable growth opportunities for existing markets is indeed a challenge and does involve a certain amount of ‘star gazing’, but with the input of all of our stakeholders and users and those we aspire to attract, it is hoped that the final outcome will be both realistic and achievable. The greatest challenge to Orkney harbours is that of mis perception. Because they are an island location it is often wrongly assume that they cannot deliver or complete at the same level as mainland locations. The continued exponential growth in most sectors of shipping, and reporting a £25 million annual gross turnover ably demonstrates that Orkney is fit and able to meet any maritime challenge that is presented.

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a truly diverse maritime location Picture shows: Ship to Ship transfer operations in Scapa Flow, Orkney Courtesy Colin Keldie info@k4graphics.com

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Tugnology 2019, Liverpool, UK Liverpool Arena and Conference Centre

Tugnology is a unique two day, no frills, in-depth conference concentrating on tugs, and tugs alone. The ground-breaking, innovative and thought-provoking papers presented at Tugnology provide a detailed and invaluable insight into latest technological ideas and advances across the industry, covering design and construction, economics and operation. As a gathering of industry leaders and executive-level experts from around the world, Tugnology also offers an excellent opportunity for making business deals, networking, renewing old friendships and forging new professional relationships. Tugnology '19 will take place in Liverpool on 14th and 15th May 2019 at the Arena and Conference Centre, Liverpool. After six hugely-successful Tugnology events, in Southampton in 2007 (183 delegates), Amsterdam in 2009 (274 delegates), Antwerp in 2011 (318 delegates), London in 2013 (324 delegates), again in London in 2015 (373 delegates) and Rotterdam in 2017 (392 delegates), the organisers feel justifiably proud of this one of a kind event. Feedback from previous events shows that the hands-on, nuts-andbolts focus of the papers, and the lively forum sessions, have proved extremely popular with delegates. The immensely useful information and interaction they provide, together with the extensive networking opportunities at the event, have been shown to drive forward both business relationships and key elements of the development of the industry. A great deal of thought goes into selecting papers and topics, they are concentrated around the key issues currently affecting the industry, including: fuel efficiency; tug safety; performance optimisation; use of alternative fuels, including LNG and hybrid battery systems; and crew comfort. Add to the above all of the networking opportunities on offer for delegates, and the industry is all set for another highly worthwhile event which is not to be missed.

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Hybrid tug approval for Rolls Royce Rolls-Royce recently received Approval in Principle (AIP) from classification society ABS for its hybrid propulsion system for tractor tugs. The increase in numbers of hybrid tugs is not a naturally-given fact of life where overnight, owners will recognise the economic and environmental benefits of such technologies and embark on mass fleet-renewal programmes. The capital cost of hybrid installations has to be weighed against pay-back times along with the regulatory environmental and societal pressures present at the particular location of their main areas of operation. The fluctuating cost of conventional fuels also affects the viability of such investments. As energy storage and hybrid-associated equipment costs reduce and experience is accrued however the gap will no doubt continue to narrow and while the pace of progress may vary, what is a natural-given is that hybrid tugs are here to stay and the achievement of class approval such as this is but one development without which such advances cannot proceed. The AIP follows an evaluation of a hybrid tug, described as ‘unique’ by RollsRoyce, designed by Jensen Maritime and constructed by Nichols Brothers Boat Builders for Baydelta Maritime LLC with delivery due shortly. The Rolls-Royce Hybrid Propulsion System consists of power take-in, electric motors and main propulsion engines connected to RollsRoyce azimuth thrusters allowing the vessel to operate in either diesel-mechanical, dieselelectric or boost mode configuration. RollsRoyce is supplying all electric motors, shaft generators and a power management and control system for the vessel. The hybrid arrangement will provide power to US255 azimuth thrusters with ducted fixed-pitch propellers optimising omni-directional thrust and manoeuvrability and improving crash-stop capability. The hybrid system reduces the power requirement as Griff Lane, Rolls-Royce SVP Commercial Marine, Americas commented: “Typically, a tug the size of the Baydelta vessel would need a power output 2500kW. The hybrid arrangement allows operators to achieve the required bollard pull from a smaller engine. It provides greater operational flexibility which allows for the system to provide improved fuel efficiency, redundancy, and reduced emissions.” www.rolls-royce.com

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Cowes Harbour Commission sign contract for a 9m Patrol RIB

Diverse Marine Ltd. and Cowes Harbour Commission were recently pleased to announce they have signed a contract for the design, construction and delivery of a 9m Patrol RIB. The new vessel, designed in conjunction with Medtec Design Services of East Cowes, meets the criteria of being designed and built on the Isle of Wight. The 9m Patrol RIB is to be constructed of aluminium to a heavy duty specification and will feature a flush deck with a track system for mounting additional seating or to allow reconfiguration to carry stores and equipment to the outer reaches of the harbour and beyond. A single Volvo Penta D4 engine and Hamilton HJ274 water jet will propel the vessel to 30 knots in light conditions. 500mm ‘D’ shaped heavy duty inflatable tubes will maximise the internal beam whilst allowing soft landing against visiting yachts - whilst a foam filled solid bow provides the versatility to nudge and push vessels in light tug type operations. Capt. Stuart McIntosh, Harbour Master of Cowes commented: “We are delighted to award the design and construction of our new patrol vessel to Diverse Marine, a local yard who have demonstrated a willingness to conceptualise and design a craft that meets our requirements.With the yard’s reputation for quality and attention to detail we are looking forward to delivery in time for our busy season.” Ben Colman of Diverse Marine Ltd added: “We are delighted and thankful to be given the opportunity to work with Cowes Harbour Commission to develop this new vessel and to sign the contract for its construction. We look forward to delivering the craft for Cowes Harbour Commission and pleased that we could keep this build on the Isle of Wight.” www.diversemarine.co.uk www.cowes.co.uk www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

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Two vessels repurposed to join the Turner Iceni fleet Turner Iceni have recently purchased two vessels - MCS Maestro and Don Quixote - both are now alongside at Diverse Marine in Cowes, ready for a full refit and return to operations in Turner Iceni livery for 2019. MCS Maestro, a 18m South Boat, was purchased from Maritime Craft Services. The vessel will be refitted with Volvo IPS 900, shot blasted and repainted in Turner Iceni livery. Interior modifications include a new galley and updated nav comms. Don Quixote, a 20m South Boat built in 2009, was purchased from Vroon. She will be re-engined with 1400hp MAN and Hamilton 651 jets which will have the new AVX control system and jet anchor. Don Quixote is also going to be lengthened to 23m and have 25,000 litres of fuel on board for refuelling operations. The interior is going to be fully refreshed with new galley and seating. Maestro will be completed by March 2019 with Don Quixote ready to be exhibited at Seawork 2019. Richard Thurlow, Director at Turner Iceni: “We are very excited to get these two projects underway, both vessels will be important additions to the Turner Iceni fleet for up and coming projects”. The work will be carried out by Diverse Marine in Cowes on the IOW. The management of Diverse Marine were involved in the development and build of both vessels and therefore have extensive knowledge to offer during the refit. In addition the Diverse Marine team assisted Turner Iceni in sourcing suitable craft and brokering the sale of the vessels. As a key supplier and stakeholder to the renewable industry, Turner Iceni feel it their duty and obligation to recycle and repurpose older assets to help reduce the company’s carbon footprint. These craft have successfully served the offshore renewables industry for the last 10 years and Turner Iceni is excited to give these vessels another 10 years of service, meeting current regulations and operational requirements, without the capital expense and environmental concerns of a new build. Turner Iceni actively continue to research and implement ways of keeping the cost of renewable energy down and ensuring the company’s green credentials. www.icenimarine.co.uk

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New escort tug operation on west coast USA

A new Z-drive tug has started operations on the US west coast to enhance ship escort and ocean towing in the region. Shaver Transportation has taken delivery of Samantha S from Portland, Oregon-based builder Diversified Marine Inc. This multipurpose tug was built to a Jensen Maritime design and ABS class for oceangoing operations and emergency situations. Samantha S is a 34.5-m tug with 6.7 m draught and more than 100 tonnes of bollard pull. It was built for ocean towing, escort duties, ship assistance, emergency towage and fire-fighting capabilities. It has a raised pilot house and a squared forward end. Jensen Maritime, a subsidiary of Crowley Maritime, also included a large, flat bow in the design that allows Samantha S to move up flat against the transom of oceangoing ships in the Columbia River. It can also conduct offshore and rescue tows and tackle fires. Samantha S is powered by two GE 12V250 engines that comply with the US Environmental Protection Agencyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tier 4 emissions requirements. These are medium-speed diesel engines, each rated at 3,145 kW. These drive a pair of Rolls Royce 305, four-bladed Z-drives. Also in the engineroom are two John Deere 6090A generators that comply with EPA Tier 3 levels and one Caterpillar C32 fire pump power plant. The rest of the fire-fighting system includes a fire pump and two fire monitors provided by Fire Fighting Systemsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; agent, In-Mar Systems. Samantha S has accommodation for 10 people. Its deck machinery includes eight Wintech 120-tonne deck winches, a Rapp HA-149H-250 escort winch, and a Rapp double drum AHTW-75H-165 tow winch. Jensen has become a main designer of tugs operating on the US west coast. It has supplied designs to Foss Maritime for constructing up to 10 escort tugs by Nichols Brother Boat Builders. These tugs will be based on an adapted Valor tugboat design and also comply with EPA Tier 4 requirements. www.diversifiedmarineinc.com

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XLe Spirit eROV brings savings for operators

Forum Subsea Technologies is driving cost efficiencies for the subsea sector with the addition of its latest electric remotely operated vehicle (ROV). The recently launched XLe Spirit is the first observation-class ROV to utilize Forum’s Integrated Control Engine (ICE™) to bring greater functionality commonly only found in larger work-class vehicles. The advanced control electronics pod fitted to all Forum XLe observation class vehicles enables superior connectivity and expansion capabilities when compared with other ROV’s on the market. Ethernet interfacing allows for seamless integration with other industry sensors using common IP architecture and ease of remote data transfer. Kevin Taylor VP of Subsea commented: “As the subsea market continues to recover from a sustained downturn, cost efficiency is high on the agenda for the industry. Forum recognized the opportunity to apply our leading software to a more compact vehicle to enhance capabilities and meet the changing demands of the sector. “By utilizing the same system across all vehicles, pilots only have one interface to learn as the skills are transferrable between the smallest observation vehicle and the largest trenchers. This means training can concentrate on operational tasks opposed to control systems, providing further efficiencies.” The XLe Spirit incorporates a number of features to maximize its stability for use as a sensor platform, including regulated propulsion power, optimized thruster orientation and location, accurate thruster speed control and a wide range of auto-functions for positioning and flying. The XLe Spirit has just completed a twelve-week test program at Forum’s test tank in Kirkbymoorside, Yorkshire. It will be sent for sea trials in the first quarter of 2019. www.f-e-t.com

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Teledyne Gavia recommends Gaps USBL system for the tracking of their AUVs

Teledyne Gavia recently carried out a series of tests using iXblue Gaps USBL system as a positioning solution for the tracking of their AUVs in shallow water (200 meters). Run off the coast of the SnĂŞfellsnes peninsula in Iceland, the trials highlighted very accurate positioning together with a great simplicity of integration and operation of the Gaps system. Installed on the hull of the mothership for these trials, iXblue Gaps USBL system pinged the transponder fitted onto the GAVIA AUV. The estimated position was sent down to the AUV through acoustic modem and transferred to iXblue Rovins INS installed on the AUV, recalibrating it. To evaluate Gaps USBL performance, a beacon and a target were deployed on the seabed. A box-in was performed to accurately determine the position of the beacon. And the GAVIA AUV then executed a short mission to the seafloor to collect information on the seabed topography and to collect a Sound Velocity Profile (SVP) in the operation area. The SVP was then integrated into Gaps for better results. Once the target location, seafloor topography and SVP were known, a Side-Scan Sonar (SSS) was then used to detect the target and other features on the seafloor in order to better estimate the USBL-aided navigation accuracy. The combined GAVIA and Gaps USBL system successfully provided repeatable positioning of the AUV. The position difference between the USBL and sonar averages was within 1s of the USBL position estimate and was at 1 m from the real location, estimated by box-in. www.teledynemarine.com/gavia/

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Custom cable to be deployed in Cinque Terre marine protected area for environmental monitoring

Novacavi recently provided a tailor-made underwater hybrid cable solution to meet the Ligurian Cluster for Marine Technologies (DLTM) needs in enhancing marine and coastal environmental monitoring system in the Cinque Terre Marine Protected Area. 12XM473 underwater cable is a hybrid power and multi-protocol transmission cable specifically engineered to handle its tough subsea application and to withstand long-term deployment in saltwater while connecting sea bottom, subsea sensors and buoy. Novacavi was honoured to play a part in developing technological solutions to support research on marine ecosystems and to protect the marine and coastal environment. www.novacavi.it/underwater-custom-cable-mooring-line-cinque-terre-marine-protected-area/#

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Kawasaki develop new system for extended deployment of AUVs Kawasaki Heavy Industries has received an order from the Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science Technology (JAMSTEC) to design and produce the deep-sea storage terminal system, with the objective of establishing technology that realizes extended deployment of AUVs. The project is ordered under the theme of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Innovative Technology for Exploration of DeepSea Resourcesâ&#x20AC;? initiative of the Cross-ministerial Strategic Innovation Promotion Program (SIP) led by the Japanese government. The purpose of developing the deep-sea storage terminal system is to allow for deep-sea recharging, as well as the communication of exploration data, thereby achieving extended deployment of AUVs. Kawasaki will be responsible for the entire system design including the AUV-terminal interface, for detail design and producing the deep-sea storage terminal system, and for conducting onshore and seawater tests before its planned delivery to JAMSTEC in March of 2020. Through this development project, Kawasaki will be working toward the practical application of technology that enables extended deployment of AUVs and improvement of their overall quality, with the objective of constructing a total system uniting the AUVs and the deep-sea terminal. Kawasaki will also aim at commercializing AUVs mainly for subsea pipeline inspections, as well as related devices by FY 2020. www.global.kawasaki.com

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Hugin AUV System for Swire Seabed

Swire Seabed AS of Bergen, Norway has ordered a Hugin AUV System, from Kongsberg Maritime, configured for commercial survey applications. The Swire Seabed Hugin AUV System is rated to 4500 metres and equipped with Kongsberg Maritime’s HISAS 1032 Synthetic Aperture Sonar and EM2040 multibeam echosounder. Other payload sensors integrated in the AUV

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include the CathX Ocean 48.5-degree field of view still image camera and laser profiler, a sub-bottom profiler, magnetometer and turbidity sensor. To make best use of the extensive payload sensor suite, the Swire Seabed Hugin also includes Kongsberg Maritime’s automatic pipeline tracking solution, which utilises the HISAS Synthetic Aperture Sonar or EM2040 multibeam echo sounder to track alongside or above a pipeline, to conduct survey and inspection tasks. The Hugin AUV System is containerised and designed for simple mobilisation. Everything for day-to-day operations is installed in an ‘AUV van’ including the launch and recovery system (LARS). The Swire Seabed Hugin includes a new LARS designed and manufactured by Kongsberg Evotec for high sea state and high freeboard operation of AUVs. www.km.kongsberg.com

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Newly-built TSHD doing the Portuguese proud The first hopper dredger entirely built at a Portuguese yard for a Portuguese contractor Recently the Jose Duarte started its first mining job in Lisbon. The trailing suction hopper dredger has been built in Portugal for a Portuguese dredging company, to a Spanish design and using Dutch dredging equipment. The European cooperation has resulted in a customised dredger performing above expectations on her first job. Portugal has a long coastline and a number of busy navigable rivers - an excellent backdrop for the dredging company Inersel. When Inersel required an addition to its fleet, its preference was to acquire it within its home country. As a result, the company formed a team with West-Sea, an all-round shipyard in the north of Portugal. Carceller, an experienced naval architect located just across the Spanish border, carried out the design of the split hopper dredger. The dredging equipment was sourced from Damen Dredging Equipment in the Netherlands. This successful international cooperation has resulted in the delivery of a 1,045m3 split hopper dredger, 73 metres long and with a beam of 11.4 metres. The hopper dredger has been fitted out with a Ă&#x2DC;500 millimetre trailing suction pipe, which can work using various configurations. As the dredging depth can reach up to 40 metres, the trailing pipe can be lengthened and the gantries and winches relocated in the gangway to optimise performance for each dredging job. Tel: +44(0) 2392 472710 The split hopper has been designed with a wide array of dredging Mob: +44(0) 7850 473713 assignments in mind. The in-board Damen dredge pump type E-Mail: info@fdsukltd.com BP5045MD can both deliver spoil to the hopper hold and empty the Web: www.fdsukltd.com hold by pumping the cargo ashore via a bow coupling unit. The hopper is fitted with two overflows to optimise the loading Diver R.O.V. & Crane Operated Dredging Systems. Multipurpose & performance, and the loading process is monitored by dedicated Mini dredging systems for the removal of fines, silt, mudâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, drill cuttings, dredging instrumentation. sand, grit, gravel, shingle, shale & general debris. Suitable for confined The Jose Duarte began dredging as soon as she left the yard, on a space operations or locations where access is a problem. All on-shore civil applications. Shallow & deepwater offshore support operations. maintenance job nearby. To boost her efficiency in maintenance jobs, Renewables. Complete ready to use self operational systems available she has a degassing system on board. That assignment plus some mining for use worldwide. Stillage packed or deepwater offshore containerised contracts near Lisbon have demonstrated the value that the Jose Duarte units. Long & short term rentals. Sales. Wide scope of operations. has on offer - a worthy addition to the Portuguese dredging fleet. Lightweight, road & air transportable environmentally friendly units.

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North Norfolk District Council, UK, is leading a Sandscaping scheme in collaboration with the Bacton Terminal Operators to protect nationally important infrastructure and benefit local communities. The Sandscaping scheme will see up to 1.8 million cubic metres of sand placed on to the beaches covering a 5.7km length starting north-west of Bacton Gas Terminal and ending to the south-eastern extent of Walcott. This unique approach to sea defences was pioneered in the Netherlands in 2011, who originally called the system the 'Zandmotor'. THIS SCHEME WILL BE MADE UP OF: Approximately 1 million cubic metres in front of Bacton Gas Terminal Between 0.5 and 0.8 million cubic metres in front of the villages of Bacton and Walcott. Estimated scheme costs are between £17 million and £22 million. The scheme is a collaboration between North Norfolk District Council, the Bacton Terminal Operators, the UK Environment Agency and a range of other contributors. The project would create significantly bigger beaches, improved beach access and better protection from the sea for the gas terminal and the villages of Bacton and Walcott. Over time there could be benefits to other villages along the coastline. Cllr Sarah Bütikofer, Leader of North Norfolk District Council and Leader of the Liberal Democrat Group, said: “I am delighted that Full Council has supported the awarding of this contract. “It’s a very important piece of work both for nationally important infrastructure and for our coastal communities, which have felt the effects of coastal erosion for a long time. This is a unique opportunity to give them some added protection.” Cllr John Lee, Leader of the Conservative Group at North Norfolk District Council, said: “I am enormously supportive of this very exciting project. “As well as protecting our coastline, it is going to become a significant tourist attraction both during construction and when finished. I am looking forward to it starting and will be very interested to watch progress.” Cllr John Rest, Leader of the Independent Group at North Norfolk District Council, said: “The unanimous decision taken to proceed with this project by the Council shows a very confident and forward thinking plan. “I hope the security of these works gives comfort to the coastal communities.” Emma Howard Boyd, Chair of the Environment Agency, said: “The Bacton to Walcott Sandscaping scheme is a great example of using nature based solutions to provide climate resilience on the coast. “It’s an innovative project. It protects national infrastructure and the coastal community, and shows how different organisations from the private and public sector can work together. “I look forward to seeing the scheme in action and sharing what we learn.” Sinead Lynch, Shell UK Country Chair, on behalf of the Bacton Terminal operators, said: “It is very encouraging to have reached this important milestone. “We are a step closer to implementing this sustainable and innovative scheme, which will protect the terminal and nearby communities from coastal erosion.” The Council meeting also saw an agreement reached whereby North Norfolk District Council will become a partner in an EU 2 Seas INTERREG project. This seeks to raise further funds, meaning more sand could be added to the project. Subject to securing all the necessary permissions and consents, works would likely take place over Spring and Summer 2019.

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WODCON XXII in Shanghai WODCON XXII, the 22nd World Dredging Congress, will take place in Shanghai, China on 22-26 April 2019. The event is organised by the Malaysia based Eastern Dredging Association (EADA), China Dredging Association (CHIDA), CCCC Dredging Group, CCCC Shanghai Dredging Company, and the 22nd World Dredging Congress Preparatory Committee. The triennial Congress, the largest and most prestigious event on the global dredging calendar, will on this occasion be themed: ‘Enhance the Harmony Between Dredging and Ecology’. Environmental sustainability is a central theme of global economic development in the 21st century and the dredging industry has for many years been in the vanguard. WODCON XXII looks set to not only celebrate past achievements and current best practice but to set an agenda for continuing excellence moving forward. China is the world’s second largest economy and Shanghai is the country’s financial, trade and shipping centre as the leading city in the Yangtze River economic belt. The Yangtze Estuary deepwater channel management project is the largest of its type in the world and a tribute to the country’s embrace of modern dredging development. Themes brought forward by the conference programme will be further illuminated by a site visit to the Yangshan Deepwater Port and Automated Terminal. A small exhibition by dredging relating companies will run alongside the conference. English and Chinese are the official languages of WODCON XXII, with the conference papers to be presented in English. www.chida.org

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‘Eye in the Sky’ to combat oil spills and illegal shipping

Last year the United Kingdom unveiled the first images from a new satellite which can see through clouds and image the Earth round the clock to help stop oil spills and illegal shipping. NovaSAR-1, the first Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite made in the UK, can detect oil spills in the oceans, help spot suspicious shipping activity and monitor the effects of deforestation.

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“This ‘eye in the sky’ can capture an image a dozen times wider than the Strait of Dover and the data it provides can help crack problems from illegal shipping to alerting us to damaging pollution that needs to be countered,” Sam Gyimah, Science Minister, said. NovaSAR-1 has 3 imaging modes that create images with higher definition for precision applications including monitoring disasters and deforestation, and it also has a maritime mode and AIS receiver. The satellite’s dedicated maritime mode allows it to monitor an area of ocean 400 km wide. This allows ships to be detected by radar and compared with their ship tracking data, with discrepancies between the two highlighting potentially illegal activity. The satellite was launched last September and tests a new platform for low-cost satellite imaging. The government invested GBP 21 million to assist the development of NovaSAR-1 and will benefit from access to its data, significantly boosting the UK’s Earth observation capabilities and providing data to start-ups at the Satellite Applications Catapult in Oxfordshire. www.sstl.co.uk

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InvaSave shipped to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for demonstrations under INTERREG Programme “Atlantic Blue Port Services”

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Late last year, an InvaSave 300 Mobile Ballast Water Treatment System was transported from Damen Green Solution’s premises in Gorinchem, the Netherlands, to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to be used for a demonstration programme as part of the “Atlantic Blue Port Services” project, made possible by the INTERREG Atlantic Area Programme, funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). Upon arriving in the port of Las Palmas, the unit will be connected to a vessel’s ballast water manifold to take on the no-longer needed water and treat it to the strict D2-standard as prescribed by the IMO’s Ballast Water Management Convention. The special part is that the InvaSave is the world’s only land-based ballast water management system that is actually IMO-certified to carry out such a job in a single treatment step, without any holding times or use of chemicals. This demonstration is part of the Atlantic Blue Port Services’ second Stakeholder Workshop session. Several interesting presentations are planned besides the demonstration, coming from industry, the Port Authority of the Port of Las Palmas as well as from the Las Palmas University. The programme itself, a cooperation between close to 30 project partners from Spain, Portugal, France, the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands, intends to promote and develop the feasibility of, and best practices for, port reception and treatment facilities. The aim is to drastically reduce oil and polluted ballast water discharge at sea. The planned InvaSave demonstrations are an important part towards this goal. Please see www.blueportservices.com for more information. Damen Green Solutions Sales Manager Philip Rabe said, “We are delighted to contribute to this important project. The importance of adequate port-reception facilities to a cleaner maritime industry is crystal clear and the InvaSave can make important contributions in this regard.” If you would like to attend this very special demonstration, please feel free to send an email to Project Coordinator Fabienne Vallée: Fabienne.Vallee@port.cci-brest.fr. www.damen.com

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Microplastics Sampler from Osil

Environmental monitoring experts Ocean Scientific International Ltd (OSIL) have released a new microplastics sampler for the collection of water samples for the analysis of microplastics. Designed as a large volume water sampler that allows researchers to collect and characterise suspended and sinking particles in the water column, the microplastics sampler avoids the problems associated with traditional systems using towed nets, which have issues with pressure waves affecting the different sizes of microplastics resulting in over/under reporting of concentrations. The sampler allows for very precise placement within the water column and provides a more accurate and reliable representation of the true concentration of microplastics in the water column than might be achieved by traditional collection systems. 50 litres of water can be collected in a single sample and upon recovery the device remains upright on deck to allow dense particles to slowly sink to the bottom. The upper five litres can be drawn off to be sampled for positively buoyant plastics, with the next 40 litres slowly drained through a tap for neutrally buoyant materials. The bottom section of the water bottle, containing the remaining five litres of water and the dense plastic particles can then be disconnected from the main body. This lower section can then be analysed in the laboratory where the flat bottom of the chamber offers an excellent backdrop for photographing and subsampling using a wide-bore pipette for further analysis. www.osil.com

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First gate arrives at World’s largest sea lock The first of three lock gates for the new, larger lock being constructed at the entrance of the North Sea Canal at IJmuiden, Netherlands arrived at its final destination this week after being transported from South Korea. The lock gate was towed by a tug from Maasvlakte 2 at the Port of Rotterdam across the North Sea to IJmuiden where it will be used in the construction of what will become the largest sea lock in the world, providing access to the Amsterdam port region to larger seagoing vessels. The three lock gates arrived in the Netherlands from South Korea aboard the heavy lift vessel Talisman at the end of last year. Due to their size, the gates had to be unloaded in Rotterdam before transport to IJmuiden. To accommodate ever larger vessels, OpenIJ has been working on the construction of the new lock at IJmuiden since 2016. At an enormous 500 metres long, 70 metres wide and 18 metres deep, the lock will be the largest in the world. “It is good that, after a long journey, the first lock gate has now arrived at its destination,” said Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management, Cora van Nieuwenhuizen. “This is a milestone for this project and the start of a new chapter in the construction of the largest sea lock in the world.” The new gate which arrived this week measures 72 metres long, 24 metres high and 11 metres wide, and weighs approximately 3,000 tons. As soon as the weather permits, the other two lock gates will also be towed from Maasvlakte to IJmuiden. The project is a joint venture between the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management, the Province of North Holland, the Municipality of Amsterdam, Port of Amsterdam and the Municipality of Velsen. Construction activities at the site of the new lock are now well underway, with many aspects progressing and more than 200,000 m3 of concrete now poured. www.portofamsterdam.com

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New SIL 2 compliant 316L stainless steel call points for onshore and offshore applications E2S Warning Signals has announced that its STExCP8 manual call points are SIL2 compliant to IEC 61508, allowing system integrators greater confidence when designing systems requiring an enhanced safety integrity level. The robust devices are part of the comprehensive STEx family of explosion/flameproof audible and visual signalling devices and feature highest grade 316L stainless steel enclosures. Designed for installation in the harshest of onshore and offshore environments, the call points and push buttons are IECEx and ATEX approved for use in Zone 1 and 2 hazardous areas for fire and gas alarm systems and emergency shutdown and process control applications. A choice of four operating mechanisms are available: a break glass call point and three push buttons with momentary activation, tool reset latching and dual action manual reset. The break glass unit employs a plastic-coated glass element for operator safety and an optional stainless steel lift flap is available to prevent inadvertent operation. Dual M20 cable entries are provided that can be orientated for top or bottom cable entry with a further M20 entry on the side. All unused entries are fitted as standard with stainless steel blanking plugs; adaptors for ½” NPT, ¾’’ NPT and M25 are also available factory fitted. In addition to a single or double switch option, terminations can be specified as standard DIN rail or the innovative E2S termination board. With dedicated connections, field or factory installed EOL and/or series devices can be removed or changed without disturbing system cabling. The enhanced corrosion resistant 316L marine grade STExCP8 range of call points and push buttons complements the existing lightweight GNExCP6 GRP and BExCP3 copper free marine grade LM6 aluminium alloy families, enabling specifiers to select the most appropriate enclosure material for their installation environment. www.e2s.com

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Clean Shipping Alliance Port discharge rules

The Clean Shipping Alliance (CSA) 2020 has called upon the global maritime industry not to single out scrubber wash waters when coastal states and port authorities adopt local regulations to lessen the impact of ship operations on their ports and harbors. Picture courtesy: The Clean Shipping Alliance 2020

Responding to reports that coastal states and ports are implementing rules that restrict the discharge of wash waters, the shipowners’ association says that most ports and harbors already have discharge requirements which have been in place for years. Citing Belgium, which imposed a general ban on all water discharges from ships in 1971, and Germany, which in 2009 placed restrictions on the Rhine and its inland waterways, Ian Adams, Executive Director, CSA 2020, said: “Ports have the right to mandate their own requirements, and it is commonplace for local administrations to continually assess their ship discharge requirements. But to link these decisions to sensationalist statements in the scrubber debate, without any reference to scientific data, is unfounded, unreasonable and impacts port clients while perpetuating the spread of factually incorrect information. “To start speculating that this will have an impact on global rules or, indeed, the wider take up of open- and closedloop scrubbers is wrong. It’s peddling fake news.” Michael Kaczmarek, Senior Vice-President, at Carnival Corporation, a member of the Clean Shipping Alliance, said: “It is understandable the discharge of scrubber wash waters will figure in some local discharge discussions and these rules may currently differ from one place to the next. However, we strongly encourage any port considering a restriction to first investigate the existing data before creating such an impact on their shipping clients. “While I do not know of any scientific evidence concluding that scrubber wash water discharged to sea is harmful, what I do know is that the IMO considered this issue in depth before confirming the acceptability of exhaust gas cleaning systems, open and closed, as means of compliance.” In recent months, CSA 2020 representatives have visited several individual ports and other authorities to present the scientific data relating to the composition of wash waters, and this will continue into the weeks ahead. Additional studies are also in progress.

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