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Optimistically moving forward Usually at this time of year we start to wonder how the second half of the maritime year will treat us - this year that is even more poignant...

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Welcome to the July 2020 issue of Marine & Maritime Gazette the monthly magazine aimed at Worldwide coverage of the commercial marine, shipping and waterbased renewables markets. With most of us now trying to get back to a level of normality after Covid-19, we can all start to look forward to a challenging second half of the year. Inside this issue, as usual, we will be covering a huge amount of topics including ‘Marine Finance, Insurance & Legal’ on page 32, to the ‘ins and outs’ of ‘Navigation, Communication & Radar’ from page 20. We also have a ‘peek’ into ‘Safety, Security & Fire Protection’ on page 40, plus ‘Marine Construction & Civils’ from page 26. Commercial Ma Anyway, we hope you enjoy reading rine & Renewabl es Worldwide this edition and hope the Summer treats you well. 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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Cover story Land & Water resumes ‘Unlocking the Severn’ project in Worcestershire.

p18 Damen ASD Damen deliver ASD Tug 2312, called Jupiter, to Iskes in Ijmuiden, Netherlands.

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Subsea Innovation seals multiple contracts for Pipe-in-Pipe Waterstops

Subsea Innovation Limited, a Tekmar Group Company, is pleased to announce multiple awards across the offshore oil and gas sector to supply Pipe-InPipe Waterstop SISeals. Over the past 6 months, Subsea Innovation, a global leader in the design and build of bespoke equipment for the offshore energy sector, has secured four new contracts to supply SIStop Waterstop Seals to two leading contractors. Two of the contracts will include the supply of Subsea Innovation’s Next Generation

Super Interceptor Metal Shark launch the ‘52 Fearless Super Interceptor’.

p15 Balizamar buoys Almarin install Balizamar C1250T navigation buoy in Gava-Viladecans, Spain.

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Seal design which was designed using Subsea Innovations many years of experience to deal with issues experienced when using High-Frequency Welded (HFW) pipes and seam welded pipes which have been introduced within the industry as part of cost-saving measures. This taking the number of live projects that Subsea Innovation has supplied with nextgeneration seals to eight projects globally, establishing Subsea Innovation as the leading manufacturer of Waterstops on both seamless & welded pipelines. The Waterstops are designed and tested at Subsea Innovation’s state-of-the-art facility in Darlington, UK, and will be delivered in 2020 for projects around the world including the Gulf of Mexico. David Thompson, Managing Director at Subsea Innovation, said: “We are delighted to secure the orders from our valued customers who recognise the hard work and quality of product our team provides. This also confirms the global demand for our field-proven Waterstop seals, whilst further establishing Subsea Innovation as the market-leading supplier of pipe-in-pipe Waterstops”.

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Stad Amsterdam refloated in Den Helder The Clipper Stad Amsterdam has recently been refloated in Den Helder’s historic Willemsoord Harbour. On May 26th, the drydock doors were opened, allowing sea water in. It was the first time the vessel had water under her keel since her arrival in Den Helder in November last year. There, Damen Shipyards Den Helder is undertaking a mid-life maintenance project on the vessel. Clipper Stad Amsterdam’s Evert van Dishoeck says, "The moment you see the ship floating again makes you feel very proud. It was ideal for us that we could go to Damen Shipyards in Den Helder in the Netherlands for this extensive refit. In recent months, the shipping company, the yard and crew have all worked intensively together to achieve a beautiful result, which we can be proud of.” “The scope of work undertaken during this time has included replacement of Stad Amsterdam’s main engines and diesel generators with a peak shaving battery and a new shore power system as well as the sewage and chilled water system. In the engine room almost all the piping from the most systems has been renewed. The galley has been taken out and is partly replaced with several new pieces of equipment. The replacement equipment offers improved efficiency, which will add to the Clipper’s already impressive performance in sustainability,” explains Damen Shipyards Den Helder’s Lars Wudich. Stad Amsterdam is a vessel renowned for her beauty. Delivered by Damen in 2000, she combines the best shipbuilding methods of the past with those of today, presenting a classic look and feel. 76 metres long, the vessel features 31 sails with a total area of 2,200m2. Stad Amsterdam sails under the Dutch flag and is available for business events, luxury cruises and adventurous sailing trips. Damen continues to work on the vessel with sea trials scheduled to take place commencing week 26.

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Development for Port of Quebec container terminal In excess of a hundred companies have given their support to the development of a deepwater container terminal project at the Port of Quebec's Laurentia container terminal.

Smart energy technologies piloted at Portsmouth Portsmouth International Port, working with a consortium of 3 other organisations, will be piloting a smart energy system to significantly decarbonise their port energy operations as part of a new project, PESO (Port Energy Systems Optimisation). The PESO project, co-funded by Innovate UK, the UK’s innovation agency, will show how ports can use smart grid technology and sophisticated management software to reduce atmospheric emissions and improve air quality whilst optimising energy costs. The PESO pilot system to be deployed in Portsmouth International Port will integrate local electricity generation, novel energy storage and smart energy management to demonstrate how ports can meet emerging on-shore power demands and the requirements of ships as they increasingly use shore power and adopt electric propulsion whilst minimizing the need for expensive grid upgrading and optimising the use of variable tariffs. Three main areas of innovation will be explored in the PESO pilot; the design and construction of novel dual-chemistry battery technology to meet the port requirements; advanced management software to optimise onsite energy generation and storage and the development of smart port grid infrastructure. Energy management software will be developed by Swanbarton, specialists in energy storage and control technologies, the Energy Systems Catapult will assess the future energy requirements around ports and the long term impact on the energy system. Marine South East is leading the project and will plan how the technology can be commercialised and rolled out across UK ports as rapidly as possible. Jonathan Williams, CEO of Marine South East, noted, “Cleaning up maritime emissions is now an urgent priority for the maritime sector and the PESO project will be a critical stepping-stone to achieve this. Marine South East is delighted to be leading this project to build a prototype system for advanced energy management in Portsmouth International Port with specialists Swanbarton and the Energy Systems Catapult. This will pave the way for decarbonisation and other emissions reduction across the port estate.” Mike Sellers, Port Director at Portsmouth International Port said: "As a port that is owned by the people of Portsmouth, we are committed to take bold action to meet our goal to be the UK's first zero emission port. This innovative project will enable the port to maximise the amount of renewable energy it can produce and use for its own operations including powering electric vehicles to replace diesel and reduce emissions. This initiative has the potential to have significant benefits for the port, and could also provide a solution to smart energy use that can be shared with the wider port industry." Anthony Price, MD of Swanbarton said, “Energy management combined with energy storage are powerful tools to unlock the benefits of smart energy networks. We are pleased to be working with Marine South East, Portsmouth International Port and the Energy Systems Catapult as we transfer our experience of integrating energy storage systems to facilitate the electrification of port operations.”

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The terminal which is owned and operated by Hutchison Port Holdings (HPH) and railway company Canadian National (CN), will open in 2024 and provide shippers with improved access to traditional markets in Europe and the Mediterranean as well as expanding markets in Southeast Asia. "With Laurentia, the Quebec City region will act as a hub for intelligent intermodal transportation across North America,”

commented Mario Girard, President & CEO at Quebec Port Authority. “To have already received the support of a hundred import-export companies is further tangible proof of the need for Laurentia in the Québec City region, but also for our province and our country. The players who are supporting us recognize the major benefits that Laurentia brings to their commercial activities." The Laurentia project has been realised by a joint CAD$775m investment by HPH, CN, and the Port of Quebec. The three organisations aim to develop an environmentally friendly terminal with a 16m deep wharf, capacity to accommodate 13,000 TEU container ships and a direct connection to a rail transportation network that can reach one hundred million North American consumers. www.portquebec.ca

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Damen announces Electric Cutter

Suction Dredger 650

As it continues to drive the maritime energy transition, Damen Shipyards Group has unveiled its first Electric Cutter Suction Dredger (ECSD) 650. With electric motors powering the dredge system, the ECSD 650 makes possible zero emissions dredging projects. The electric power provides a significant reduction in noise, adding an extra tier of sustainability and ensuring the dredger’s suitability for projects in densely populated and environmentally sensitive areas.

The ECSD is a modular dredger, based on Damen’s successful standardised shipbuilding philosophy, dismountable for transportation and easy assembly in the remotest of locations. Due to the standardisation of the design, Damen was able to very quickly produce this sustainable product, simply exchanging the diesel motors for electric ones, without need for re-engineering. Standardisation further ensures the easy adaption of the ECSD to suit local power supplies. On the conventional CSD 650, the rear side pontoons serve only to provide buoyancy; in the ECSD the starboard side pontoon becomes an electrical nerve centre. The dredger’s low voltage system equals easy maintenance with no requirement for special crew training. Meanwhile, the associated reduction in vibrations during dredging ensure a comfortable experience for those on board. Damen sales manager Sjoerd de Bruijn says, “The ECSD is just one example of the products and services that Damen is pioneering as we fix our focus on our goal: to be the most sustainable shipbuilder. Our role in this is not just to build electric vessels. As integrator we provide the connection, linking and aligning stakeholders from industry and academia. In this way we build a knowledge network that encourages the wider development of sustainable solutions and ensures the long-term viability of the maritime industry.” Damen’s work on the electrification of the maritime industry falls under the so-called E3 umbrella. That is, environmentally friendly, efficient in operation and economically viable. The shipyards group is currently working on a number of projects for electric vessels. This includes seven fully-electric Damen Ferries 2306 E3 for the city of Copenhagen, Denmark. These ferries have a completely emission-free propulsion system, which will reduce the total emission of public transport in Copenhagen by 2.5% for CO2, 10% for NOx and 66% for particulate matter. Damen is also building two Road Ferries, 6819 E3 and 9819 E3 to operate in Ontario, Canada. These will be the first fully electric ferries to operate in North America and will reduce CO2 emissions by as much as 7 million kg per year. The six Island Class Ferries - Road Ferries 8117 E3 - that Damen is building for BC Ferries in British Columbia, Canada, will sail with a hybrid propulsion system that can be easily converted to full-electric in the future when the appropriate infrastructure is in place locally. An order from the Port of Auckland, New Zealand, sees Damen constructing the world’s first fully-electric ship-handling tug with 70 tonnes bollard pull. The RSD Tug 2513 was already an exercise in sustainability, being fully prepared for IMO Tier III compliance and featuring numerous energy-conscious characteristics running throughout its design. With 80% of electricity in New Zealand coming from wind and hydropower, Damen’s tug completes the circle in a zero emissions operation. www.damen.com

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Fugro Voyager, Fugro’s dedicated geotechnical drilling vessel, will be deployed for the new Fugro IOVTEC geotechnical site investigation project on Taiwan’s Hai Long 2 and Hai Long 3 offshore wind farms

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Fugro IOVTEC secures third geotechnical contract for Hai Long Offshore Wind Farm Following two successful geotechnical data acquisition awards in the Taiwan offshore wind farm sector in 2020, Fugro IOVTEC Co. Ltd (Fugro IOVTEC) has secured their third offshore geotechnical site investigation project in Taiwan for the Hai Long 2 and Hai Long 3 offshore wind farms. The project will follow Fugro’s ‘Triple A’ approach of acquiring, analysing and advising on Geo-data, and the contract will take around 10 months to complete. The Hai Long offshore wind farms are being co-developed by Northland Power Inc, Yushan Energy and Mitsui & Co. Fugro IOVTEC will acquire Geo-data at 32 wind turbine locations and the site investigation will be carried out in two phases: seabed and downhole. The seabed phase will be performed using Fugro’s SEACALF continuous drive system; the Fugro Voyager, Fugro’s dedicated geotechnical drilling vessel, will be deployed for the downhole phase. “We welcome this excellent opportunity to work for Hai Long and showcase Fugro IOVTEC’s Geo-data expertise in the renewables sector,” said Jerry Paisley, Fugro’s Business Line Director for Asia-Pacific. “Offshore wind farm developments in the region and especially in are going through an accelerated and ambitious pace, and Fugro is proud to be part of these developments that support our vision to create a safe and liveable world.” “This collaboration with Fugro IOVTEC allows us to continue and increase our engagement with Taiwanese suppliers, underlining our commitment to cultivating the development of the local supply chain and helping fulfil Taiwan’s ambitious plans for deploying offshore wind,” said Felipe Montero, EPCI Director of Hai Long Offshore Wind Project. www.fugro.com

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Sanmar delivers another RAmparts 2400SX ASD to Rimorchiatori Salerno Sanmar Shipyards recently delivered a RAmparts 2400SX Class ASD Tugboat to Rimorchiatori Salerno Srl. Rimorchiatori Salerno S.r.l is part of leading Italian maritime services provider Rimorchiatori Riuniti S.p.a. The new tug is a Bogacay series; compact, robust and the perfect fit for harbour and port operations. This is the flagship product of Sanmar as to date 40 units have already been built and delivered worldwide. The new owners have named the tug ‘ARECHI’) and she operates together with the ‘Città di Salerno’, which Sanmar delivered to the same group back in 2018. Principal dimensions are 24.40 m x 11.25 m. She can achieve 60 tonnes of bollard pull by means of 2 x CAT 3512C engines developing a total of 3530 kW coupled to a pair of Kongsberg (ex Rolls-Royce) US 205 FP thrusters. She is equipped with FiFi ½ configuration and is MLC and Italian flag compliant. Alberto Dellepiane, President of Rimorchiatori Salerno Srl, comments “The Arechi is a newly built RAmparts 2400SX ASD sister vessel of the Città di Salerno which fruitfully operates in Salerno since January 2018. Those tugs are small, compact and powerful, ideal for a port like Salerno. We are very satisfied with the price/quality ratio of Sanmar tugboats.” The Company operates with four tugboats (2 ASD + 2 Tractors) in Salerno since 1993. “We are very proud to see one of our existing clients and one of the major tug operator’s Rimorchiatori Riuniti and Rimorchiatori Salerno back again” said Ali Gurun, Vice President of Sanmar. “We see this as conclusive evidence of appreciation from the Italian group for the quality of our products and the after-sales services experienced so far.” Sanmar has been in the tug business for more than 40 years, producing tugboats and providing tugboat services around the world. A history full of national successes and accomplishments encouraged the company to compete in international markets. Today, it is sharing this experience with the global maritime industry in order to achieve higher goals. More than 220 tugboats that benefit from Sanmar’s years of expertise and experience are presently in operation across the globe. www.sanmar.com.tr

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WODCON

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WODCON XXIII will take place from 16th20th May 2022, at the Tivoli Congress Centre, Copenhagen, Denmark, and the theme will be ‘Dredging is changing’.

Dredging is primarily targeted to modify the environment, it is also changing in terms of the positive impacts it can have on the natural and socio-economic environment. Johan Pennekamp, Chair of the WODCON XXIII Organizing Committee, explained the thinking behind the theme by saying, “Apart from stating that our way of dredging is changing - just think: advances in dredging technology, novel solutions for adaptation to climate change, nature-based approaches, circular design, benefits/value for all stakeholders, corporate social responsibility, sustainable approach - these three words actually have a more philosophical depth too.” Johan continued, “Dredging always means changing the environment whether it is capital dredging or even maintenance. Dredging always aims to create a new or improved situation and this aspect is quite often not recognized or appreciated!” There is an illustrating video which can be downloaded from the official website of WODCON XXIII. CEDA also announced the first committed sponsor to the congress, Rohde Nielsen, inviting members of the worldwide dredging community to demonstrate their support to the single most important event where the worldwide dredging community meets. wodcon2022.org

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Damen delivers ASD Tug 2312 to Iskes in IJmuiden Recently in IJmuiden, the Netherlands, Damen Shipyards Group delivered an ASD Tug 2312 named Jupiter to Iskes. The vessel, one of Damen’s next generation tugs, offers a package combining safety, sustainability, reliability and efficiency. Jupiter will operate in the ports of IJmuiden and Amsterdam carrying out regular port towage duties and the tug is also capable of handling (crane) barges. Damen signed the contract for the vessel with Iskes in July 2018, at the ITS Marseille and developed the ASD Tug 2312 together with Iskes. Damen sales manager Joost van der Weiden said, “Iskes gave us a lot of valuable input for the design of this new class of tug. We often work together with our customers when developing new vessels – it’s a good way for us to make sure that the boats we build fully meet their requirements.” Iskes CEO Jim Iskes added, “We are very satisfied with the result. The ASD Tug 2312 is a compact vessel with a very high degree of manoeuvrability, required for operating in the ports of Amsterdam and IJmuiden. And notwithstanding her compact design, the vessel, with 60 tonnes BP, has ample power to perform every job at hand, to all sizes of vessels calling at the port.” The ASD Tug 2312 is an innovative design. For example, the winch is integrated into the superstructure, offering a number of benefits. As well as offering a spacious, safe and clutter-free deck, the central positioning means the vessel can, with just one winch, tow both fore and aft. With only one winch required, the vessel is more compact and the sheltered location provides protection from the elements and minimises maintenance requirements. The ASD Tug 2312 features Damen Safety Glass; shatter-proof glazing that offers protection in the event of a towing line snapping. Beneath the waterline, the Damen Twin Fin significantly improves directional stability in both sailing directions, making the vessel very predictable when sailing aft, but also in front of a ship. The tug is prepared for the future, being IMO Tier III ready, including all mandatory certification. All that is required for the ASD Tug 2312 to comply with the forthcoming regulations is the easy and fast retrofit of a Damen Selective Catalytic Reduction System. Damen built Jupiter at Damen Song Cam Shipyard in Vietnam. In order to ensure maximum safety during the coronavirus crisis, Damen amended its delivery planning. The vessel was intended to sail on her own keel to the Netherlands, but travel restrictions made this difficult. The alternative was transporting the tug on a heavy lift ship. However, internal travel restrictions in Vietnam also meant that the vessel could not be transported to Ha Long Bay in order to meet the heavy lift vessel. Joost: “The well-being of all the people involved was our first priority at all times. To ensure safety and minimise the chance of the spread of disease, we arranged for the heavy lift vessel to collect the vessel not at Ha Long Bay as is typical, but closer to the yard at Hai Phong. The events of these past few months have required us to be adaptable, but, working together with our customers and our suppliers we have usually found ways to remain safely open for business.” www.damen.com

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Aqua Vision and Stema Systems collaboration

Netherlands-based oceanographic consultancy group,Aqua Vision, has entered into partnership with Stema Systems, the geophysical sub-bottom specialist.

This collaboration will provide a complete service package in sea floor and the water column understanding and investigation. “The driving force behind this collaboration is an exceptional passion for research and analysis of the water ways resulting in innovative solutions,” commented Pepijn Peter CEO of the new partnership. “The collaboration offers a stable financial basis, of which the strategic vision and growth ambitions gets support from a family foundation that has a strong focus on the long term.” Both partners will maintain their own identity and will remain based at their respective locations. Stema Systems is a geophysical engineering company, serving the hydro-graphical & geophysical surveying industry since 1986. It has developed the Silas 3D depth of burial, the EBP to determine the nautical depth. Stema is based in the Netherlands near a logistical hub facilitating easy dispatch of all equipment throughout Europe. Founded in 1995, Aqua Vision was founded in 1995 and have clients including government agencies, engineering companies, dredging and the offshore industry. The company has also been approved by DNV GL for the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Performance Ladder: Level-3 certificate. aquavision.nl stema-systems.nl

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Electro-mechanical custom water monitoring cable Novacavi has designed and produced a thin and light but strong and tough two conductorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; custom cable with a liquid-crystal polymer (LCP) fibre braid strength member and a PUR Hydrolysis UV resistant outer sheath for highquality water sampling equipment for sea and ocean technology application. Specifically engineered for a new hand and motor winch with 30Kg payload requiring a non-metallic, small diameter, lightweight, fatigue resistant and high strength efficiency performance cable, this enhanced electro-mechanical custom cable provides technical support in reliable water sampling activity in hydrography, science, research and environmental monitoring in marine environments. Specialist in custom cable design & manufacturing for advanced technology since 1975, Novacavi develops any cable solutions with engineering expertise, comprehensive knowledge of materials and a high degree of manufacturing. www.novacavi.it/electro-mechanical-custom-cable-for-water-monitoring/

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NEW BUILD MEERCAT MRV DECKMAX FOR SCOTTISH FISHERIES

Altantic Salmon producer, Greig Seafood Shetland Ltd has placed an order for a new custom-built Meercat DeckMax MRV aquaculture workboat for its Scottish fisheries operations. The 15-metre vessel is a steel monohull, which is the first of Meercat’s newest range of multirole vessels, the Meercat DeckMax MRV, which features a clever deck layout configuration, providing maximised space for cargo and greater accessibility throughout the deck. Grieg Seafood Shetland Ltd (GSFSH) operates hatcheries, grow-out and processing sites in Shetland and the Isle of Skye. GSFSH is a subsidiary of Grieg Seafood ASA, being one of the world’s leading fish farming companies, specialising in Atlantic salmon, with annual production at around 100,000 tonnes from its Norwegian, Canadian and Shetland Isles’ sites. The new vessel will be operating in the Skye, handling, and supporting aquaculture management and production, as well as general harbour support duties. Grant Cumming, Greig Seafood Shetland’s Managing Director, comments, “We chose Meercat Boats as they are highly regarded, and we believe they offered the best solution for our specific need in Skye. The new Meercat will be highly suitable to the task, as she is being customised to precisely match our specific requirements. I have been very impressed with Meercat’s ability to tailor their vessel to meet our needs.” John Buck, of Southampton-based Meercat Boats stated, “Meercat Boats are regularly seen operating in salmon farming, due to their versatility and robustness, therefore we are delighted that Greig Seafood has selected the Meercat DeckMax for their next vessel, as it is ideal for the role.” The Meercat DeckMax MRV (multirole vessel) design has a raised wheelhouse, provides excellent visibility, and allows for greater use of the deck space. The DeckMax is 15.75m in length, with a 6.7m beam, and boasts a shallow draft of just 1.3m whilst capable of loads up to 27tonnes. She also features a 5-tonne bollard pull. The Meercat will be powered by Doosan 285hp, supported by a BETA 21kVA generator and an EFFER 275-6S crane, and will be coded to MCA Category 3 so that she can operate up to 20 miles offshore. Amongst other builds and refits, in the past year Meercat has delivered Guernsey Harbours’ new 15-metre multirole workboat, Sarnia, valued in the region of £1million. BAE’s Meercat multirole Dive Support workboat, the BAE Tedworth returned for her fiveyear survey and underwent a refit to further enhance her specification and return her to near-new condition once more. Marine civil engineering specialist Topbond purchased the Meercat MRV-22 metre landing craft, Toplander, which joined its charter fleet of Meercat Boats. www.meercatboats.com

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Metal Shark introduce the ‘Super Interceptor’ US Shipbuilder Metal Shark has introduced the welded-aluminium ‘52 Fearless Super Interceptor,’ an offshore-capable, ultra-highperformance military patrol vessel delivering 70knot top speeds. Production has commenced at Metal Shark’s Jeanerette, Louisiana USA production facility, with fifteen vessels currently on order for overseas military and law enforcement interests. Metal Shark developed the 52 Fearless Super Interceptor in response to growing demand among military operators for larger and faster interdiction craft with greater range and better sea keeping. “Customers from around the world have asked for a blue water-capable interdiction vessel with 60+ knot capabilities,” explained Henry Irizarry, Metal Shark’s Vice President of International Business Development. “With the 52 Fearless Super Interceptor, we have exceeded that requirement by a significant margin, with a multi-mission high-performance vessel delivering unmatched speed, handling, and sea keeping while also leveraging over a decade of parent craft Fearless-class past performance.” The new offering is a highly optimized version of Metal Shark’s 52-foot Fearless high-performance centre console vessel, utilizing the proven Stepped Vee, Ventilated Tunnel (SVVT) running surface designed by naval architect Michael Peters. Metal Shark’s Fearless-class stepped bottom vessels are currently in service with the US Navy, NOAA, and multiple law enforcement agencies in the United States and Caribbean. A custom-configurable platform designed for missions ranging from counter narcotics to the protection of exclusive economic zones and other related maritime enforcement activities, the new vessel is available with multiple preengineered configuration, propulsion, and equipment options. The first fifteen Super Interceptors are being built in a center console configuration with seating for six crew in Shockwave shock-mitigating seats beneath an integrated aluminium hard top. The vessels will be powered by twin 1,650-horsepower MAN 12-cylinder diesel inboard engines mated to Arneson ASD14 surface drives via ZF transmissions. Thus equipped, the Super Interceptor will reach a projected top speed in the 70-knot range. The vessel’s flexible configuration allows for a maximum fuel capacity of 1,000 gallons, which results in an incredible 12.5 hours endurance at 50 knots. With an overall length of nearly 58’ (17.5 m), a beam of over 11’ (3.5 m) and an operational displacement of up to eight tons, the vessel is large and imposing. To satisfy modern military visual-deterrent requirements, the Super Interceptor boasts chiseled and menacing lines, including the distinctive “faceted hull” initially developed by Metal Shark for the US Navy and now being widely incorporated across Metal Shark’s product portfolio. “In terms of speed, size, endurance, and sheer awe factor, this vessel represents a radical leap forward,” said Metal Shark CEO Chris Allard. “The Fearless Super Interceptor will be made available for our customers in a range of styles and sizes to meet various operational requirements. We look forward to showcasing the superlative performance of this next-generation military patrol platform and providing additional details in the months ahead.” www.metalsharkboats.com

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Suez Canal to channel leading-edge research to stay at the max

The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) has asked HR Wallingford for support in its continual quest to maximise the potential of this crucial maritime route. HR Wallingford is to supply numerical and physical modelling systems to the SCA, which will help it to further develop the canal, ports and coastline, keeping it abreast with the evolution of vessels and maintaining a competitive edge.

PICTURES SHOW (top to bottom): The Suez Canal, one of the world’s most heavily used shipping lanes. Work has begun on modelling the whole canal and approaches image shows the model mesh for the flow and sediment model overlaid on Google Earth HR Wallingford’s wavemaker and adjustable beach for the SCA’s flume.

HR Wallingford is to establish a suite of numerical hydraulic models for the entire canal system, as well the port approaches in the Mediterranean Sea and Gulf of Suez. The canal is one of the world’s most heavily used shipping lanes, transited by 18,000 vessels in 2019. The hydraulic experts will also supply a bespoke state-of-the-art wave generation system for the flume in SCA’s research centre, which will be used for studies requiring a physical model. HR Wallingford’s model will be the most comprehensive that has ever been created of the canal. It will incorporate current flows, waves, and sediment transport, and cover neighbouring coastal areas and ports, as well as the canal itself. To create the model, the HR Wallingford team will use the open source TELEMAC suite. This offers the major advantage of allowing the SCA to make its own modifications and updates in the future, if required. As well as preparing the model, the contract also covers HR Wallingford training the SCA in its use and installing the software at its research centre in Egypt. HR Wallingford’s wave generation system is also destined to be installed in the Suez Canal Research Centre, as a permanent part of its existing research flume. To create the bespoke single paddle flume wave generation system, the team will first design the equipment to fit within the existing structure using Solidworks design software, drawing on their extensive experience of constructing wave generation systems for a wide range of global customers. The new wavemaker will use the signal wave generation software, HR Merlin, which is able to produce regular and irregular waves, covering all the most commonly used spectra. The contract also includes installation together with the experienced HR Wallingford team commissioning the equipment on site and the training of staff in its use and maintenance. George Safwat, SCA spokesperson said: “We have worked on various development projects since digging the Suez Canal 150 years ago to keep abreast with evolutions in the shipping sector, in addition to maximising the Canal’s competitive advantages. “We aim to maintain the Canal’s position as one of the most significant maritime routes in the world, and we wish to have the best research facilities to back this, which is why we have awarded this contract to HR Wallingford. The Suez Canal is very important for the Egyptian people and our economy.” HR Wallingford’s Senior Engineer Giulia Sforzi said: “Modelling such an iconic shipping route, and supplying a wave generation system, is a great honour for us. We believe that our leading-edge tools and models will be of great benefit in keeping this important route operating at its full potential.” For this project, HR Wallingford has partnered with an Egyptian firm, Noor Scientific and Trade, which is acting as in country exclusive representative. Noor Scientific and Trade strictly followed up the contracting procedure and offered HR Wallingford excellent support to win the project. Noor Scientific and Trade will assist with the equipment installation and logistics. www.hrwallingford.com

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Almarin recently installed a Balizamar C1250T navigation buoy in the submarine outfall of the treatment plant located in GavĂ -Viladecans, near Barcelona (Spain). The company was awarded the contract by AiguĚ&#x2C6;es de Barcelona, which manages the water supply and treatment of the Barcelona region. This buoy is equipped with a remote monitoring system to control the position of the buoy through web or mobile phone and includes alarm functions in case of light not functioning, low battery or buoy drifting off position. Almarin has supplied this model of buoy for marking other such outfalls and water intakes such as a water desalination plant in Algeria and an outfall in Beirut (Lebanon). The C1250T Balizamar buoys are also the most popular model in Spanish aquacultures to mark their concession area. Almarin designs and manufactures its own range of elastomer and rotomolded polyethylene buoys, onshore beacons and structures in accordance with the International Association of Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) standards, in addition to representing the leading manufacturers of marine LED lanterns, AIS, racons and monitoring systems. An IALA member since 2008, Almarin works with Port Authorities, aquacultures, construction companies, among others, from worldwide to mark its facilities for a safe navigation. The company is part of Lindley Group, which has recently celebrated its 90th anniversary as a leading harbour equipment supplier. www.almarin.es

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SSLGlobal Aps, part of global satcom and IT solutions provider NSSLGlobal, has been awarded a long-term framework contract to supply the Swedish Coast Guard with VSAT satellite, installation and support services provided on NSSLGlobal’s VSAT network and SAILOR VSAT antennas. The contract runs for a period of four years with the option of an extension of up to additional three years. “The award to NSSLGlobal follows a competitive tender procedure, conducted by the Swedish Coast Guard, with strong competition from other industry players and emphasises that our continued focus and investment in our global secure network is something that customers appreciate and will benefit from,” commented Nikolaj Hvegholm, chief executive officer of NSSLGlobal Aps. “We are proud that our Danish team has been awarded the contract with the Swedish Coast Guard and look forward to building the relationship with the customer. The NSSLGlobal team in Denmark and across the Group will be committed to provide the absolute best service and support for the Swedish Coast Guard in their important operations, while providing the highest possible standards in reliability, performance and security ”, added Sally-Anne Ray, group chief executive officer of NSSLGlobal. www.nsslglobal.com

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JRC/Alphatron Marine has secured a contract to provide four integrated bridge systems for USbased Seabulk Towing Inc. The systems will feature on two upgraded ART 90-98US tugs, and two new Rapport 3000, currently being built at Master Boat Builders. JRC/Alphatron Marine distributor, New World Electronics, will be providing and installing the ordered equipment on the four 80 metric tonne bollard pull harbor tugs. The integrated bridge systems combine navigation and communication equipment as well as engine, lighting, and winch controls in one easy-to-access console in the pilothouse. The equipment consists of radars, autopilot controls, GPS, depth sounder, navigation PC, and internal communications. The first vessel is expected to be deliverd this December, with the other three expected in January, June and July of next year. Two of these newbuilds will be added to Seabulk Towing's existing Rotortug fleet. The other two will represent Seabulkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s initial investment in hybrid power towing assets and will operate alongside the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s existing fleet in the Gulf of Mexico and Florida. www.jrc-world.com

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Sonardyne positioning systems chosen for Brazilian geoscience research vessels Brazilian geoscience services company OceanPact Geociencias has chosen deep water positioning technology from Sonardyne Brasil Ltda. to support its geophysical, geotechnical and environmental research operations across the region. OceanPact’s RV Seward Johnson. Photo from OceanPact

Ranger 2 Ultra-Short Baseline (USBL) systems have been installed on board OceanPact’s research vessel Seward Johnson and RSV Austral Abrolhos to precisely track the location of underwater equipment and sensor packages deployed from the ships, including seabed corers, towed sensors and data loggers. Both vessels are currently on hire to Brazilian oil major Petrobras. Ranger 2 USBL is a popular choice for conducting research at sea as operations can start as soon as a vessel arrives on location. This helps maximise valuable ship time. It has the capability to track multiple underwater targets simultaneously to beyond 11km, works in shallow or deep water and is able to remotely configure and communicate with compatible instruments. This operational flexibility was a key factor in OceanPact’s investment decision. Raphael Melo, Survey Manager from OceanPact Geo said, “For geophysical, geotechnical and environmental research and survey operations in Brazil we rely on the highest specification and highest reliability systems. Sonardyne’s equipment has proven to be both during our previous long-term rentals. This is why we have chosen now to permanently acquire this equipment for two of our vessels. Having the reassurance of local technical and operational support from the Sonardyne team here in Brazil is a big advantage for us also.” Andre Moura, Sales & Applications Manager at Sonardyne Brasil Ltda. commented, “This order from OceanPact further embeds Ranger 2’s reputation in the region. For those wanting accuracy and versatility, it’s proven itself time and again while also meeting the toughest specifications from oil and gas, science and survey companies.” www.sonardyne.com

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£60M funding for zero emissions ferries A Belfast-based Maritime Consortium led by Artemis Technologies recently won a £33 million UK Government innovation grant to develop zero emissions ferries in to revolutionise the future of maritime transport. With further investment from consortium partners, the total project investment will reach close to £60m over the next four years, creating an initial 125 research and development jobs, and leading to more than 1,000 in the region over the next 10 years. The 13 partner syndicate is the only Northern Irish or maritime recipient of the UK Research and Innovation flagship Strength in Places Fund. Artemis Technologies is a spin-off from Artemis Racing, the America’s Cup sailing team, and is led by double Olympic gold medallist Iain Percy OBE. “When we launched Artemis Technologies, we decided to base ourselves in Belfast because of the incredible aerospace and composite engineering talent available” commented Iain. “Belfast’s local expertise coupled with the city’s rich shipbuilding heritage, and our own America’s Cup yacht design experience, will ensure Belfast is the global lead in zero emissions maritime technology. “For years, we’ve been designing low energy, high performance solutions for some of the fastest yachts on the planet, and we will now utilise that knowledge, and along with our partners, apply it to build the world’s most environmentally friendly high-speed ferries, capable of carrying up to 350 passengers,” he continued. “Our concept for an electric hydrofoil propulsion system is totally unique and will enable vessels of the future to operate with up to 90% less energy, and produce zero emissions during operation. “As cities across the world seek ways to reduce pollution and ease traffic congestion, the transformative vessels to be produced right here in Belfast, will have a global role to play in delivering the connected maritime transport system of the future. “This investment from the UKRI Strength in Places Fund is a major endorsement of what we are trying to achieve, which we strongly believe will see Northern Ireland at the centre of the revolution in water transport,” he added www.artemistechnologies.co.uk

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Scheldt tunnel contract A â&#x201A;Ź570 million contract for the building of the tunnel across the River Scheldt at Antwerp was recently awarded to a consortium of Belgian and Dutch companies This tunnel itself forms a key part of the Antwerp Ring Road project which will improve the traffic flow around this strategic port and city. The project developer, Lantis, awarded the contract for the construction of the Scheldt tunnel to the Tijdelijke Handelsvereniging Combinatie Oosterweeltunnel (THV COTU) consortium. The consortium is comprised of the construction groups Deme, Besix, Bam Contractors and Jan De Nul. The tunnel will be formed from concrete sections which will then be floated to the tunnel site and submerged into a previously dredged trench in the river bed. The Antwerp site poses large challenges to this well tested construction system, because of the formidable current and tides present in the river. The tunnel will be angled across the river and will consist of eight elements, each of which weighing in the region of 60,000 tonnes. The tunnel elements will be constructed at a specially prepared site located in the inner port of Zeebrugge. Once they are completed and floated these tunnel elements will then be towed to Antwerp via the North Sea and along the Western Scheldt. At the site they will be immersed into a pre-dredged trench in the River Scheldt in Antwerp. The units are some of the largest that have been used for this type of tunnel construction with each side of the tunnel having three lanes for traffic plus a separate section for cyclists and a service tunnel in the centre. â&#x20AC;&#x153;THV COTU is well aware of the challenges that such a project brings with it in a technically difficult environment such as the Scheldt. But the partners are confident that they have the necessary expertise and decades of experience to successfully achieve the realisation of this vital stage of the Oosterweel link project,â&#x20AC;? said a Deme spokesperson. Work starts this autumn of this year and the actual construction work for the tunnel itself will begin in quarter three of 2021.

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SOUTHSEA’S NEW COASTAL DEFENCES GETS GREEN LIGHT WITH NEARLY £100M OF GOVERNMENT FUNDING Plans for state-of-the-art new coastal defences in Southsea have been given the green light as government awarded nearly £100m of funding to the project. Funding from the Environment Agency was the final hurdle the Portsmouth City Council project had to overcome and work is now set to start on site later this year. Cllr David Ashmore, the council’s Cabinet Member for Environment & Climate Change, said: “Securing this funding is a testament to the hard work put in by the team over the last seven years. We are now able to replace the outdated defences and protect Southsea residents and businesses from the risk of flooding for generations to come.” The proposed scheme will protect over 10,000 residential and 700 non-residential properties in Southsea from the risk of coastal flooding. It also aims to bring more economic benefits to the area, including attracting further tourism and events to the area and support local businesses and employment through the scheme itself to name a few. Cllr Hugh Mason, Cabinet Member for Planning Policy & City Development, said: “This is excellent news and it is the culmination of many years of planning and careful negotiation. The scheme has been challenging because we had to plan not just to build sea defences but to plan them in a way which would protect and enhance the unique character of the Southsea seafront, so loved by both local people and visitors.” As part of a six-year programme worth £2.6bn to protect 300,000 homes across England, the Environment Agency is supporting the Southsea Coastal Scheme with £97.8m of funding following on from planning permission being granted in December and now final approval from HM Treasury. The project team has worked closely with the Environment Agency on a local as well as a national level to secure approval, despite unprecedented demands placed upon central government finances at this time. It is the culmination of seven years of work including wide ranging public consultation to help develop and shape the scheme. Cllr Judith Smyth, who sits on the project’s cross-party working group, said: “I am delighted government has awarded this funding. It will be great for residents to start seeing the delivery of the plans they have contributed towards over the years and a real boost for Southsea.” The first phase of work to start will be between Long Curtain Moat and Clarence Pier, while detailed designs for other sections are being developed. Cllr Luke Stubbs, another member of the project’s cross-party working group, said: “This project is huge for Southsea and Portsmouth as a whole. It’s the biggest local authority delivered coastal defence project in the country. It’s great that work will be underway soon and as plans are developed for the other phases residents will have more opportunities to get involved.” www.southseacoastalscheme.org.uk

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Global Offshore’s first Vattenfall project Global Offshore has completed their first phase of work at Vattenfall’s Danish Kriegers Flak site utilising the new PLP240 asset for boulder clearance and pre-cut trenching. Mobilised on the Havila Jupiter, the PLP240 began boulder clearance on the site in April following rigorous testing on a directly comparable set of seabed conditions close by. The multi-function prelay plough was trialled in all modes: boulder clearance, pre-cut, simultaneous clearance and cutting, multi-pass and backfill. Commissioned from and designed in collaboration with Osbit Limited, with delivery to coincide with the Danish Kriegers Flak project commencement, the plough minimises the operational risk and total time required to install subsea cables. Overall 72 routes have been completed, totalling approximately 158 km, supported by the Global Symphony and Normand Clipper undertaking boulder picking in the densely populated boulder fields. Despite the tough conditions, the PLP240 has achieved target trench depths in the majority, going over and above the project requirements, up to 1.7m in a large portion of the site. Mike Daniel, Managing Director of Global Offshore said, “We invested heavily in the very best upfront engineering for our PLP240 and had every confidence that the trials would evidence what we already knew to be true about the new asset. But it’s not until the tool hit the seabed, began route clearance, and was tested in each mode that its capabilities were really proven.” Mr Daniel continued, “The seabed conditions that we’ve seen here in the Baltic Sea are likely to be some of the most extreme that we’d ever work in, so it has put the PLP240 to the ultimate stress test and we’re proud to say that it’s passed with flying colours.” Lazaros Theodoridis, Cable Installation Package Manager at Vattenfall said “With the current climate, there have been several moving elements across the wider wind farm site over the last few months. Not only have Global Offshore and the PLP240 performed route clearance as we’d hoped in a difficult environment, they have also shown flexibility and professionalism in their operations, working alongside other ongoing site Tel: +44(0) 2392 472710 operations and contractors, and continuing to work safely throughout the Mob: +44(0) 7850 473713 E-Mail: info@fdsukltd.com Covid-19 pandemic.” Web: www.fdsukltd.com With route preparation works complete, the Global Offshore team are now focused on the next phase of the project, cable lay. This is to be completed by the latest addition to the Group fleet; the Normand Clipper, which has been Diver R.O.V. & Crane Operated Dredging Systems. Multipurpose & recently mobilised and upgraded for power cable work. This will be followed Mini dredging systems for the removal of fines, silt, mud’s, drill cuttings, up with cable burial utilising a combination of jetting with the Q1400 trencher, sand, grit, gravel, shingle, shale & general debris. Suitable for confined and in the areas of harder, more consolidated soil, the PLP240 in backfill mode space operations or locations where access is a problem. All on-shore civil applications. Shallow & deepwater offshore support operations. to provide necessary cover and protection. Renewables. Complete ready to use self operational systems available The Havila Jupiter and PLP240 will shortly begin work on Kincardine, where for use worldwide. Stillage packed or deepwater offshore containerised the team will complete route preparation and boulder clearance at the floating units. Long & short term rentals. Sales. Wide scope of operations. offshore wind site.

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ABP’s Ports in the North West have added value to their survey capabilities by investing in a Carlson Merlin LiDAR scanning system. The Merlin, supplied by Swathe Services, is a vessel-based 3D mobile laser scanner system engineered for coastal, offshore and inland waterway surveying and will be used to survey important infrastructure around their ports and harbours. Chris Heppenstall, Hydrographer at Associated British Ports in the North West, said: “We wanted a system that would easily fit in with our existing vessel systems so that we could survey above and below the waterline at the same time. Prior to purchase we trialled the Merlin a couple of times and were very impressed with its performance.’ James Williams, Managing Director of Swathe Services, said: “The Merlin is a fantastic addition to their existing multi-beam system which will now allow them to gather valuable information in a single pass, saving money and time. ABP North West, like other ports around the UK, see this new capability bringing added value to their existing survey services.” The Merlin has been designed as a mobile unit to integrate with existing hydrographic equipment and can be used on both boats and land vehicles. Its easy to install, has a 360degree field of view and gathers up to 36,000 data points per second out to a range of 250m. The system can be used for mapping a variety of above water structures including monitoring quays and harbourside buildings or sand banks and eroding cliffs. All the data is acquired in existing survey software and integrates with current industry standard positioning and orientation systems. https://swathe-services.com

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‘Green financing’ for Fred. Olsen Windcarrier Fred. Olsen Windcarrier has signed a deal for two new long-term debt financing arrangements related to their offshore wind turbine transportation and installation jackup vessels Brave Tern, Bold Tern and Blue Tern. The green loan framework was entered into in conjunction with the financing with an eligibility assessment from DNV GL, which enables new investments to be financed with green loans. For Brave Tern and Bold Tern, the arrangement is a brand new €75m six-year arrangement with DNB Bank and SpareBank 1 SR-Bank. The amount will refinance the existing debt facility, and thus also contribute to the financing of the crane upgrade on Brave Tern. A tranche of approximately €29m of the facility will be covered by the green loan framework. For Blue Tern, of which the company owns 51%, the current financing with NIBC and Clifford, of which around €31m remains, has been extended by approximately 2.5 years and now matures end 2022. Fred. Olsen Windcarrier currently owns three wind farm installation vessels and seven fast supply vessels.

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SAAM places $42 million in bonds to finance Intertug purchase Chile based SAAM has placed a total of $42 million (USD) in bonds on the local market as the company prepares to complete the acquisition of Intertug. “The placement drew strong demand from local capital market investors. This issuance reinforces the market’s confidence in SAAM even in these times of crisis,” commented Macario Valdés, SAAM CEO. “The funds will be used primarily to finance our growth plan and consolidate our position in the twelve countries where we operate,” he continued. Earlier in the year, SAAM inked an agreement with shareholders of Intertug Investment Holding, a towage services provider operating in Colombia, Mexico and Central America, to acquire 70 per cent of the company. This deal will consolidate SAAM’s position as the largest tug operator in the region. Once the transaction is completed, SAAM will operate a fleet of more than 170 tugs in 11 countries. In Q1 of this year, SAAM reported net income of $18 million (USD), level with the corresponding period in 2019. A unique gain of $2.8 million from the sale of real estate in Valparaíso and the ongoing effect of the purchase of the towage operations acquired from Boskalis helped offset the drop in volumes as a result of the coronavirus crisis, according to a company spokesperson.

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Targeted cyber insurance product Willis Towers Watson has unveiled a new cyber insurance product for shipowners that ‘re-thinks’ standard cyber policies to better equip ship operators in the digital world. Called CyNav, it addresses cyber threats in all senses, including losses that occur from cyberrelated business interruptions, even when the cyber events originate with third party IT service providers. The product’s primary focus is to support the continuity of maritime businesses and help shipowners to resume normal operations as soon as possible following a cyber incident. These days, barely a week goes by without new cyber events affecting the maritime sector. Many are minor and unreported, but the major cases have caused consequential commercial losses in the hundreds of millions of dollars. CyNav offers a genuinely pioneering marine-specific cyber solution. In a world of increasing ingenuity from cyber criminals and growing levels of cyber security governance in the maritime industry, CyNav anticipates the protection that shipowners need to mitigate their cyber risk. With the industry’s course set towards ‘smart’ shipping, all links in the global maritime supply chain, both onshore and at sea, are becoming more connected. This means greater exposure to cyber risk is inevitable. Previous events have proven that an attack does not have to be targeted at a specific company to disrupt its business. Organisations can be the unintended victims of cyber events, so risk-transfer solutions need to recognise that a company simply can end up as collateral damage. This policy, which allows shipowners to reinforce protection against the specific threats unique to their businesses, is designed by cyber and maritime experts. It addresses the coverage gaps found between standard hull and machinery (H&M) and cyber policies, while ensuring that owners only pay for the protection they need. It is an important advance in corporate risk-transfer options for an industry where most H&M policies have cyber exclusions and many cyber policies do not cover financial losses when normal business operations are interrupted as a consequence of property damage caused by a cyber-attack. Compensation for cyber-related business interruptions can include loss of gross profit and increased working costs, including payments on account to help with cash flow. This level of coverage is not typically offered in marine policies and recent disclosures by listed companies in the maritime sector have shown that these costs can reach hundreds of millions of dollars. The cover offered by CyNav is built around the changes in the maritime regulatory framework, including the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) forthcoming cyber-security guidelines. From January 1 2021, the IMO will make it mandatory for companies to document compliance with a raft of new measures within their vessel’s safety-management systems. Among those measures are risk assessments, standard cyber-security operating procedures and the education and training of crew and land-based employees. A failure to comply would expose a company to potential vessel detainment. CyNav also offers shipowners the option to protect their business against the cost of certain non-compliance with new regulations, including revenue that may be lost if a ship is detained. Extending CyNav’s cover to cyber-security legislation provides protection beyond current typical insurance market standards. www.willistowerswatson.com

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Shipbroker expands into finance German-based, Global Renewables Shipbrokers (GRS) has extended its services portfolio with a project investment and corporate finance arm. The new department at the specialist shipbroker will focus on project financing, business transactions, due diligence, strategic analyses, restructuring and distressed situations. Uwe Schuldt will head up the Global Renewables Invest and Finance department. Schuldt previously worked in business development for a Hamburg-based shipping company for seven years and was senior manager for transactions at KPMG from 2000 to 2007. GRS Offshore managing partner Matthias Mross commented: â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are happy to build a unit of deal support experts, which will provide their skills to our clients in major projects such as company acquisitions, strategic repositioning as well as special situations.â&#x20AC;? www.grs-offshore.com

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USS Accession 350 and Inception MK II USV’s conduct high resolution bathymetry and mobile laser scan survey in Conwy River Unmanned Survey Solutions (USS) was recently commissioned by Conwy County Borough Council to undertake a Multi-Beam Echo-Sounder (MBES) and mobile laser scan survey of Conwy quay wall, Conwy bridge, Conwy cob and Tal Y Cafn bridge structures located within Conwy River. As detailed by the Wales Coastal Monitoring Centre (WCMC), the purpose of the survey was to assess the scour extents at the structure’s foundations and to provide additional information on the above surface structure. The majority of the survey operations were undertaken in Conwy Harbour using the Accession 350 USV with survey payload consisting of an R2SONIC 2024 MBES, SBG Apogee Navsight INS, Carlson Merlin mobile laser scanner, Valeport SV sensors and Hypack Hysweep data acquisition and post processing software. Challenges included fast flowing currents, varying depths, numerous mooring buoys and limited operational windows of only ~2.5 hours per high tide to survey all locations. This required extensive logistical and operational planning, risk assessment mitigation and professional execution of survey operations. The Tal Y Cafn bridge was located further up Conwy River and required an alternative smaller USV solution due to the shallow water depths and vessel launching restrictions. At this location an Inception MKII USV with SONIC 2020 MBES, SBG Ekinox-D INS, Valeport SV sensors and Hypack Hysweep software was selected due to its portability and ease of launch. The results from both surveys were used for scour assessment purposes. All survey operations were conducted without incident and to budget. James Williams, Director at USS commented ‘We conducted the survey during some of the highest tides of the year so that we could get the vessels into the shallow locations required to complete the works, however this meant we had to deploy and recover the USV’s in fast flowing waters and then undertake the surveys during the limited slack water period over the high tides. It took careful planning and required precise execution to be successful, something I’m proud to say was achieved by the USV team.’ Bryn Shiland, Programme Manager, explained ‘‘It is important to assess the condition our structures and can be difficult when a structure is submerged within a watercourse. USS were chosen due to their specialism in underwater surveying. The USS team were professional and delivered the desired results’. www.unmannedsurveysolutions.com

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WesCom Signal and Rescue encourages seafarers to be vigilant and order early, amidst potential SOLAS expiry date extensions

With the global pandemic continuing to change our world, marine and maritime regulations are being adapted, and extensions are being introduced to support the global infrastructure.

This includes the guidance relating to the certification of goods and training for seafarers from the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), highlighting the potential difficulty revalidating certificates and the supply chain for replacing mandated goods, including pyrotechnic distress signals. Only where absolutely necessary, extensions to expiry dates of pyrotechnics will be made. The potential extension will be at the discretion of the local maritime authority and will be reviewed on a case by case basis. It will only be considered where availability is a problem for a particular vessel and may be granted for a month at a time. This will enable the vessel to reach a port where the necessary supply can be replenished; but not beyond four years after the date of manufacture, clearly marked on the product. In response to this temporary advice, WesCom Signal and Rescue, the world’s leading marine distress signal manufacturer, is urging businesses and seafarers around the globe to order pyrotechnic products ahead of their expiry dates. The firm, which has been manufacturing world-class pyrotechnics for more than 100 years, stresses the importance of forward planning in order to mitigate any possible supply delays in the future of pyrotechnics and other dated, mandated items. Safety is of paramount importance when on the water. Pyrotechnics and safety distress signals can mean the difference between life and death and are therefore critical to successfully maintain. As the most internationally known and recognised distress signal globally, pyrotechnics help increase the chance of survival in an emergency situation, by helping to alert the distress and pinpointing the location of the emergency or distressed vessel and person/s. Evaluating current distress signals and their expiry dates should be adhered to, and recognition of the expiry date should be a priority, as per the mandated legislation. Meanwhile in the UK, it is worth drawing attention to Amendment 1 of the MIN 542 (M+F) – which replaces MIN 542 and MIN 464, and should be read in conjunction with MGN 280 and MGN 599 – which clearly states that, “The international carriage requirements do not recognise EVDS and the UK national carriage requirements have not been amended to formally recognise them either.” Although there are undeniable developments in the technology of safety distress signals, there is no single system or device that replaces the specific function of pyrotechnic flares, making them a vital requirement for all types of vessels all over the world. However, good quality safety equipment can only ever be as good as the person using it. A ship can be fitted with the world’s leading brands of pyrotechnics, electronics and communication equipment, but if the team doesn’t know how to use it or what each product does, then it becomes redundant. It is essential that comprehensive training is provided for all crew members on board, covering all eventualities that could occur at sea. This ensures everyone knows what they should be doing, what equipment they have access to and most importantly, how to use the safety equipment should it be required. This is as important as having the correct safety equipment on board – because without training, the safety equipment will be less effective or potentially no use at all. WesCom has produced comprehensive training animations, which can viewed or downloaded via the WesCom websites, to assist with crew training: www.wescomsignal.com/training. Covid-19 has presented many worries globally, therefore planning for the future and ensuring vessels are compliant to safely operate at sea is of paramount importance for the ship owner and crew onboard. Currently, WesCom Signal and Rescue is not experiencing any problems with the manufacture of its safety distress signals and the team continues to work closely with its global network of distributors. WesCom distributors are working exceptionally hard to ship products in the most cost effective and time efficient manner, and are offering an upfront and realistic timeframes on a case by case basis. The company continues to accept new orders and is actively encouraging suppliers and distributors to review the expiry dates of their products and stock, and to place orders at their earliest convenience and where possible, sooner than usual to allow for longer lead-times. This will help to mitigate against unforeseen delays and avoid WesCom customers becoming non-compliant with maritime regulations. WesCom Signal and Rescue urges seafarers to remain vigilant when purchasing mandated distress signals and only work with trusted procurement channels and companies. Counterfeit products and the re-dating of these goods continues to be a problem on a global scale. Suspect pyrotechnics can be checked online via: www.painswessex.com/pyrotechnics-checker and www.cometmarine.com/pyrotechnics-checker. WesCom Signal and Rescue is the world’s leading marine distress signal manufacturer with the largest international network of distributors. Its comprehensive range of marine distress signals and safety systems are trusted for their reliability by the world’s navies, lifeboat and rescue services, merchant fleets and airlines, as well as by fishing vessels and leisure craft. The company manufactures the Comet, Pains Wessex, Oroquieta and Aurora brands to the highest quality, globally. www.wescomsignal.com

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New Regatta raft for Ocean Safetyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s range Ocean Safetyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comprehensive range of offshore liferafts recently expanded with the addition of the Ocean Regatta raft. The Ocean Regatta is light and compact and is ideal for vessels where space and weight savings are a priority on board. At the same time, the high-quality raft is fully compliant to ISO 9650 - Part 1 (approved by RINA). It offers stability and resistance in extreme open sea conditions, so protecting occupants from strong winds and rough seas. A large opening at the point of entry and a self-deploying canopy ensure that access is as easy as possible in difficult conditions, while facilitating access to the interior during a rescue operation. The Ocean Regatta can be upgraded to include the SOLAS B liferaft pack options via an additional grab bag option. The Regatta liferaft, like all of the Ocean Safety range, is available in a canister or valise pack option, and comes with a choice of 4, 6, or 8-person capacity. www.oceansafety.com

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ARX Mouldings announces the integrated supply of water cannon ARX Mouldings recently announced the integrated supply of water cannon with barrier defence systems to increase its product range and market strength in the Maritime sector. With its renowned manufacturing strength and maritime experience ARX Mouldings is known for providing excellent quality products at highly competitive prices for commercial operators who operate in areas of risk. The Evictor Anti-Piracy Water Canon is based upon the renowned and respected Knowsley SK Oscillating Fire Fighting Monitor, present throughout the world and delivering protection and confidence for over 25 years The Evictor is a direct response to a request made by the shipping community to help combat the upsurge in maritime piracy around the world and is now complimenting the ARX catalogue of commercial ship hardening products The Group’s Vice President, Joshua Hutchinson commented: “We welcome the opportunity to extend our services and product range making us a ‘One Stop Shop’ for those majors who require Vessel Hardening solutions to protect their cargos and crews that are transiting in High Risk Areas (HRA‚‘s).” ARX Mouldings is now the only company offering a fully integrated Primary layer of defence for the commercial maritime Market The ARX ABaC is the only Anti-Piracy Barrier that allows access to the vessels mooring eyes and fairleads and can be seamlessly supplied with additional AntiPiracy measures of the ARX Evictor Water Cannon. Currently, protecting around $35 billion of assets every day and around 4000+ seafarers. Leading Ship Management, Ship Owners and Charterers have endorsed the ARX products. https://arxmouldings.co.uk www.marineandmaritimegazette.com

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Durable new rescue line container UK-based, Jo Bird have developed, in conjunction with Hillside design, a compact and robust SOS603 rescue line container - the SOS603. The unit comprises an impact resistant UV stabilised polyethylene body and door and metal fixings in 316 stainless steel to withstand high winds and salt spray. Nick Atkins, marketing manager at Jo Bird, commented: "We are well aware that environments close to water can experience high winds and heavy rain so a durable solution that would keep a rescue line accessible had to be found. Other types of storage unit such as fire extinguisher cabinets and lifebuoy housings were not designed for this equipment and in some cases were far larger than they needed to be. This is why we developed the SOS603 that houses the increasingly popular rescue lines used by emergency services." The door hinges down to release the rescue line and the lid catch can be fitted with an antitamper seal or a combination padlock to ensure it is only opened in an emergency. The SOS603 can be bolted to a wall or beach safety sign, or rail mounted. Alternatively, Jo Bird can provide a durable GRP post kit to enable it to be free standing. There is also a taller version with a fire extinguisher cabinet for use on jetties in marinas - the SOS603T. www.jobird.co.uk

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The APMT Rotterdam container terminal in The Netherlands has ordered a fleet of 16 diesel-electric Konecranes Noell straddle carriers. They will be delivered and handed over by the end of September 2020. The order was booked back in March and continues the successful relationship between APMT Rotterdam and Konecranes that goes back to 2005. APMT Rotterdam currently operates a fleet of 41 Konecranes Noell straddle carriers. Peter Kania, Head of Sales for straddle carriers, commented: “Our relationship with APMT Rotterdam goes back years. I’m honored to receive this vote of confidence in our straddle carrier technology. We will make sure that this fleet enters service smoothly, giving APMT Rotterdam the performance and reliability it expects from a Konecranes product. For more than a decade our straddle carriers have been the backbone of the terminal’s landside operation. We are proud to have been selected as a partner to replace the current machines as they are retired, step by step.” The Konecranes Noell straddle carriers on order will have built-in readiness for automation. They are of the type NSC 644 E, diesel-electric machines lifting containers 1over-3, equipped with Konecranes Noell NTS 62 F twin-lift spreaders. Three of the spreaders will be equipped with interfaces to a special snow-sweeping system. All of the machines will be equipped with the Konecranes Noell Fleet Management System (FMS), which APMT Rotterdam already operates. This system will be upgraded to integrate the new machines, giving service personnel visibility on the status of each of them. They will also be equipped with the CREON-S safety control system, certified according to ISO 13849, standard with all diesel-electric Konecranes Noell straddle carriers. These straddle carriers are part of Konecranes’ path to port automation, where container terminals improve productivity and safety in manageable steps. From smart features up to full automation, the path can include supervised operation and remote operation to smoothly introduce the power of automation. The path to port automation applies to all container handling equipment brands. Full automation can be the final goal, but it doesn’t have to be. Flexibility is the key. www.konecranes.com

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Retracing the voyage of its famous 17th century namesake vessel, the Mayflower Autonomous ship is set to become one of the world’s first fully autonomous, unmanned vessels to cross the Atlantic. Led by marine research organisation, ProMare, the project is developing autonomous systems that can later be deployed commercially, offering a window into the future of shipping and marine research.

Wärtsilä joins the Mayflower Autonomous Ship Project

Wärtsilä has joined a global consortium of technology partners that includes IBM, who are providing the AI, cloud and edge computing, and power systems behind the Mayflower’s AI Captain that will enable the vessel to sense, think and make decisions at sea. The Wärtsilä RS24 system is a ground-breaking high-speed, high-resolution FMCW K-Band radar (24GHz) designed to provide high levels of situational awareness - especially in densely populated marine environments. The RS24 radar system will work in tandem with the Mayflower’s onboard cameras, AIS, and navigational systems as a core part of the AI Captain. The AI Captain constantly evaluates the Mayflower’s environment and long-term goals, and modifies the ship’s course in order to avoid debris and storms which could threaten the ship at sea. The RS24 is already established as one of the primary sensors onboard the Wärtsilä IntelliTug - the first commercial Maritime Autonomous Surface Ship, which underwent successful trials in Port of Singapore waters last year. The Wärtsilä RS24 has a five times higher resolution than existing marine S and X-Band radars with spin cycles of 60 rpm. This enables resolution separation of small crafts in crowded waters, especially in close proximity to the vessel, and will allow the Mayflower to navigate safely in complex situations. By identifying potential hazards, and through fusing data with that from the video recognition and AIS, the Wärtsilä system helps produce a high-fidelity map of the operating area. “Our team has followed the development of technologies applicable to ship autonomy, and when selecting systems for the Mayflower project, we quickly recognised that the Wärtsilä RS24 was the perfect radar solution. Having Wärtsilä as a partner really helps the project; they understand the marine environment and how the various instruments should be designed, deployed, operated and maintained, plus they have tremendous experience in integrating systems, says Brett Phaneuf, Co-Founder of the Mayflower Autonomous Ship Project. “We are pleased to provide our latest, high-resolution radar technology, the RS24, as an integral component of the Mayflower Autonomous Ship project. This will form the primary instrument for acquiring and tracking targets, and maintaining situational awareness at a scale that allows for early path planning and hazard reduction. This is a unique and highly significant project, and Wärtsilä is honoured to participate in this partnership,” says Dr Sasha Heriot, Business Development Manager, Wärtsilä Voyage. Wärtsilä’s experience in integrating complex systems, and its know-how in manned and unmanned marine operations, were cited as being of huge importance to the project. The company’s Smart Marine approach emphasises the value in collaborating with qualified partners to achieve greater efficiencies throughout the maritime ecosystem. It is anticipated that when completed, the Mayflower voyage will represent a major step forward in bringing autonomous shipping to realisation. The Mayflower will support the development of a flexible and cost-effective platform for oceanographic research. It will also act as a testbed for new navigation software, renewable energy, and propulsion systems for marine vessels. At 15m in length and weighing a mere 5 tons, the Mayflower is small and fast. Performing nimble manoeuvres to avoid other ships and marine debris, the Mayflower will benefit from a highly responsive short-range radar to help detect and avoid potentially show-stopping objects in the water. Specifically designed to look for potential hazards at close range, up to 1000m, the Wärtsilä RS24 radar will play a fundamental part in securing safe passage as she traverses oceans. The new-generation Mayflower is set to take to water for sea trials this summer. www.wartsila.com

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SATV from DLBA Naval Architects DLBA Naval Architects, A Division of Gibbs & Cox, Inc., has developed a concept vessel for service in the U.S. Offshore Wind Market. The 120’ SATV (Service Accommodation and Transfer Vessel) is conceived as a possible alternative to traditional North Sea Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) designs, specifically developed for the U.S. Market and Concept of Operations. The U.S. offshore windfarm fields are typically further offshore than the EU counterparts, the predominant sea states are different, and different environmental restrictions impact vessel design and operation. The opportunity exists to develop a new type of vessel specifically suited for the U.S. market in order to reduce the total cost of energy. The SATV concept presents a change in the paradigm for delivery of windmill service technicians to offshore wind farms via CTVs. In the proposed operational model, the larger vessel would make one transit to and from the windfarm fields one a week, instead of daily transits. The vessel is sufficiently sized to stay on site for extended periods, and outfit appropriately to allow the service technicians to sleep on board overnight. DLBA’s concept is based on a semi-planing monohull of aluminium construction. Volvo IPS propulsion has been chosen to meet EPA Tier 4 requirements, minimize the frequency of occurrence of loss of thrust when pushing up to stanchions, and ease of replacement to maximize vessel availability. The vessel is fitted with a gyrostabilizer to limit roll motions, as the monohull is inherently less stiff that a catamaran, in order to reduce vessel motions and maximize crew effectiveness. The vessel’s structure is designed to meet ABS HSC Rules for heavy weather offshore operation. https://dlba-inc.com

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