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Contents First Victory series actuator built in the UK! by Seaway Powell Marine
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Southampton Marine Services are proud to deliver their latest vessel. The Svitzer Leven.
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Turner EPS, “Together we’re stronger”
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HATLAPA - Triplex offshore deck machinery package caters to your needs.
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Meercat Workboats secures two orders for port service vessels from Conwy and Belfast Port Authorities
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The Illuminated diver umbilical ‘Lightpath’ a significant safety advance
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Lombard Marine Finance sees upturn in investment interest from commercial vessel sector Having announced in Q4 2013 an expansion to its finance offering within the commercial vessel sector, Lombard’s dedicated marine division has reported increased investment activity in the sector as operators equip themselves
to capitalise on the improved economic climate. Ian Braham, Head of Lombard Marine Finance, says, “Since the enhancement to our commercial sector product, Lombard
has become increasingly recognised as an important funder for commercial vessels. We are keen to support UK businesses operating in this sector and as a measure of our commitment we have expanded our offering on commercial vessels. “At Lombard Marine Finance we provided funding throughout the economic downturn and continue to do so as the recovery takes hold and operators start to update their fleets. Having made an additional £100m available for the sector, we continue to support businesses with their expansion plans.” The division’s commercial customers include operators in the oil and gas and renewable energy sectors, as well as operators of island ferries, tugs and excursion vessels. Specialist Marine Services (SMS) Towage Limited, one of Lombard’s customers, has expanded its fleet by adding a new modern vessel using a marine mortgage facility that has been tailored to its specific needs. Paul Escreet, owner of SMS Towage comments, “Through Lombard’s combined finance and marine expertise they helped us fund the new vessel which supported our growth plans.” “Using asset finance to fund vessels provides greater financial flexibility and allows commercial organisations to free up cash to invest elsewhere within the business to support growth and expansion plans,” Ian explains.
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Ian concludes, “Many of our customers have already recognised the benefits offered by funding vessels through marine finance. Our vessel funding facilities are very accessible and also provide an additional credit line. As the recovery of the economy becomes more evident, we are seeing commercial vessel businesses increasing their investment in marine assets.”
Ian Braham
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Family-run Shipping and Energy Business Reports Strong Growth News & Products
Craig Group Turnover Up by £23 million in 80th Year Aberdeen head-quartered global shipping and energy services firm, Craig Group, has marked its 80th anniversary with strong performance announced today as its accounts are lodged with Companies House. The privately owned, family-run business, now employing the fourth generation of the Craig family, has reported turnover of £146.8 million with operating profits of £17.4 million for the year ending 30 April 2013. These are up on the previous year when turnover was £123.3 million and profits were £15.2 million. The group, whose core activities are the provision of offshore support, ROV survey, emergency response and rescue vessels (ERRVs) and oilfield procurement, provides employment for 1,062 people, 925 of which are mariners crewing the group’s fleet of 37 vessels. Capital expenditure in the year was £37.4 million of which £27.8 million was spent on the continued modernisation of the fleet of emergency response and rescue vessels. Craig Group chairman and managing director, Douglas Craig, said: “These results reflect our continued strong performance in our core areas of shipping and oilfield procurement. Our considerable capital expenditure in new tonnage to ensure the safest and most modern fleet and investment in new global bases for CIS have consolidated our market leading positions in these areas. We are also generating the cash flows required to sustain growth and new employment in the future. We are particularly proud of these results in our 80th year – a significant milestone for any company but a major achievement for a privately-owned, family-run business.” The Craig Group fleet is operated by group division, North Star Shipping, who saw its turnover increase by over 15% to £92.6 million. Two new ERRVs were completed within the financial year with a further two new vessels to be delivered during 2014. . Mr Craig added: “Through continuous investment in our fleet and our people, we are visibly demonstrating our commitment to clients with a service that is driven by safety and quality.
“The opening of new bases for CIS in Poland and Ghana while bolstering our existing operations in Cape Town and Houston has significantly extended our global reach helping us secure
new business, increase our buying power and offer greater efficiencies to customers.” During the year, the group paid dividends of £3 million for the first time in three years. Directors’ remuneration totalled £1.24 million with the highest paid director’s emoluments standing at £500,000. The group donated £374,000 to various charities and local causes in 2012. This includes the on-going donations, together totalling £2 million, to Robert Gordon’s College and the University of Aberdeen’s new library as well as one-off contributions to Friends of Anchor, Aberdeen International Youth Festival and other charities in Africa and the US. The Craig Group remains one of Scotland’s top 100 companies and in the top 20 of offshore service companies in the North Sea. Its divisions operate in Europe, Africa and the US in the areas of offshore support, ROV survey, emergency response and rescue vessels, oilfield supplies and leisure.
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“Our investment of £230 million since 2003 in new vessels has ensured we have the largest and youngest British wholly owned fleet engaged in the UK offshore industry. This has enabled us to win new contracts and retain existing ones as oil and gas operators are rightly demanding the best vessels and crews to support operations in the North Sea.
Douglas Graig
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IMarEST SUPPORTS UKHO WITH THE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND GLOBAL RECOGNITION OF THEIR STAFF The United Kingdom Hydrographic Office (UKHO) is the latest organisation to join the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST) as a Corporate Marine Partner; and involvement with the initiative has had an immediate effect. This new partnership has already seen over 400 UKHO people enrolled as IMarEST members. Membership supports their Career Level Framework (CLF) and enhances the professional and technical development of UKHO staff. “This is a key partnership, and enables us to demonstrate our commitment to ensuring our technical specialists are of the highest calibre in the world,” explains Paul Fothergill, UKHO’s CLF Manager. “Supporting our employees and enabling them to work towards Chartered Marine Technologist (CMarTech) status is something we’re keen to develop and showcase with our existing clients and partners. Encouraging over 400 of our UK-based team to join the Institute has proved highly successful; we know they will reap benefits from taking this first decisive step.” In exploring the benefits of joining the Marine Partners initiative UKHO, as one of the very best places in the world to train to become an expert in cartographic and allied skills, was eager to demonstrate the quality of their staff, and their eagerness to invest in each of them and support their career framework at every level as they work towards, and benefit from, internationally recognised professional qualifications that the IMarEST offers. IMarEST virtual library and associated technical information is of interest to the majority of these new members, as is the ability to input into IMarEST Special Interest Groups and IMarEST technical conferences and profit from them. And, running throughout is UKHO’s need to have their staff professionally recognised, and to see them benefiting from continuing professional development (CPD) programmes.
“We’re seeing a growing number of organisations invest in the professional development of their staff,” says David Loosley, Chief Executive of IMarEST. “This is another example of how the Institute’s Initial and Continuing Professional Development programmes enable organisations, such as the UK Hydrographic Office, to further develop their staff, and something that the IMarEST is delivering globally and on a daily basis.” The UKHO has joined a growing list of partners which includes the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, Royal Navy, Royal Fleet Auxiliary, BP Shipping, Lloyd’s Register, Class NK, ABS and Plymouth University. Corporate Marine Partnerships are customised packages and range from offering bulk membership and professional development, promotional profile in international markets, accreditation of training courses, to the production of workshops and online training.
Further information on the Corporate Marine Partners initiative is available from: marinepartners@imarest.org
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Steve Bodie Head of Partnering on: +44 (0)20 7382 2639 www.imarest.orgPartnerWithUs/ CorporatePartnership.aspx David Loosley
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4% rise in ferry passengers despite UK Border Control threat
The annual ‘sea passenger statistics’ from the Department for Transport, released this morning, show: • The number of short sea international ferry journeys increased by 4% to 20.5 million following 2 years of decline. • Dover remained the busiest UK sea port, carrying 12.7 million short sea international ferry passengers. This was a 7% annual increase but remained 20% lower than 10 years previously. • In 2012 more passengers travelled internationally via the Channel Tunnel than ferries for the first time. However, in 2013, ferries accounted for 1.7 million (9%) more international journeys than the Channel Tunnel. • Passenger traffic on domestic sea crossings has steadily declined over the last decade. The number of passengers travelling by ferry from Great Britain to Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands increased to 2.1 and 0.4 million respectively.
Guy Platten, Chief Executive of the UK Chamber of Shipping said: “Despite strong competition, continued economic uncertainty and extreme weather events, these figures show how resilient the ferry sector is. “After a difficult few years, the rise in passengers is testament to the hard work of ferry companies who had the courage to invest in new ships and extra onboard amenities through the economic crisis. But there is still a great deal to do if the ferry sector’s recovery is to be sustained. The Government needs to pay close attention to industry concerns over extended queues at UK Border Control. The average waiting time at Calais last summer was 90 minutes and on some occasions passengers have been left waiting for several hours. This is clearly unacceptable and could deter repeat business. If the Government wants these vital services to thrive, then the burdensome and bureaucratic processes of the UK Border Control need to be reviewed as a matter of urgency.”
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The UK Chamber of Shipping has welcomed new statistics showing that the number of people using ferries to travel to the continent has risen sharply in the past year.
First VICTORY Series actuator built in the UK Seaway Powell Marine, one of the leading British engineering companies specialising in the design and manufacture of marine hydraulic systems, has announced the successful build of its first VICTORY Series actuator at its manufacturing facility in Dorset, UK.
Ideally suited as a clean and efficient hydraulic cylinder replacement, the VICTORY Series actuator is an electromechanical ram-style actuator that is a low maintenance alternative to fluid power cylinders. This style of actuators excel when there is a high concentration of airborne contaminants, when moving a load that pivots or when applying force to an already externally supported load.
The VICTORY Series actuators can be seen at the Drives and Controls exhibition, stand D162, 8-10 April 2014 at the NEC in Birmingham. For more information, or to discuss system requirements.
Please contact Seaway Powell Marine on +44 (0) 1747 858585 or visit: www.seawaypowell.com
The VICTORY Series actuators can be either retro-fitted or installed as part of a new mechanical system.
When combined with modern servo motors and controls, electro-mechanical actuation provides nearly infinite programmability, reduced set-up times and improved control of speed, Originally designed and built in the USA by acceleration, deceleration, force and Seaway Powell Marine’s sister companies, position. PT-USA and American Actuators, the VICTORY Series actuator is a rugged, flexible, low-maintenance actuator
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Chris Oswald, Managing Director at Seaway Powell, says: “We are delighted to be able to build the VICTORY Series actuator here, as it enables the company to reduce cost and lead time for our UK customers. The VICTORY Series is the most flexible and durable ramstyle actuator in our standard product portfolio and we are very proud of it. This build marks a significant milestone for the company and we look forward to increasing the volumes of VICTORY Series actuators built in the UK.”
platform for linear motion control.
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Bridon International News & Products
BRIDON LAUNCHES ADVANCED OFFSHORE ROPE DEVELOPMENT FACILITY International rope manufacturer Bridon has launched a state-ofthe-art facility for the development of the world’s most advanced offshore ropes. The Bridon Technology Centre (BTC) houses a range of purposebuilt equipment to test rope properties and performance, enabling Bridon to refine complex rope constructions and optimise their design. The facility is set to develop the largest and most sophisticated rope products ever made available to offshore customers. Bridon has cited offshore industry demand as a key reason for the Centre’s development, noting the sector’s need for stronger, more sophisticated ropes that can perform at the highest levels in the world’s most punishing environments. Bridon has invested £5 million in the Centre’s custom-made testing and analysis equipment, which is designed to evaluate advanced rope constructions for their suitability in even the most challenging conditions.
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The facility has the capacity to test samples from ropes that will weigh hundreds of tonnes, assessing their strength under extreme loads, their endurance against bend fatigue, their
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The New Bridon Technology Centre
rotational characteristics, and their response to repeated layering on smaller, more economical spools. It is also invested with the latest 3D Microscope technology to examine ropes in minute detail, allowing for some of the most rigorous examinations ever conducted.
Bridon Chief Executive Jon Templeman said: “BTC will be a high-tech hub for next generation rope development, where the finest minds in rope technology use sophisticated testing equipment to validate the designs of the largest and most complex ropes ever made. This state of the art facility will enable us to develop and test ropes that perform at the highest levels in the harshest conditions on earth, and to collaborate with our customers on tailored solutions to the toughest challenges they face. Following the launch of BTC and Bridon Neptune Quay, Bridon now operates the world’s most advanced rope development, manufacturing and testing facilities – giving us both the brains and the brawn required of a global leader”
David Hewitt (Application Specialist)
Steven Allen (Laboratory Manager)
Erica Gateley (Lab Technician)
Chris Newton (Group Technical Director)
Jon Templeman (Global CEO)
Bridon International Balby Carr Bank, Doncaster, DN4 5JQ Tel: +44 (0)1302 565190 Fax: +44 (0)1302 565190 Website: www.bridon.com
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John Allen (Test Lab Technician)
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BTC also affords Bridon the opportunity to work with customers on selected technical projects. Over the coming months, the company is expected to enter talks with major operators looking to optimise a rope for their equipment or application. The launch of the Bridon Technology Centre follows the opening of Bridon Neptune Quay in November 2012 – a state of the art manufacturing facility capable of producing the largest and most complex ropes in the world.
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CodaOctopus Products Ltd Navigation
A New Approach to Marine Inertial Surface Positioning Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) aided Inertial Navigation Systems (INS) have been commercially available and widely used in the marine market for many years. These systems provide very accurate position, altitude, heading, heave, pitch and roll outputs and are ideally suited to provide location and motion compensation for swathe bathymetry multi-beam sonars to accurately map the seafloor over large areas of ocean. In the event of GNSS signal loss, these systems can still produce accurate outputs via the three accelerometers and three gyroscopes that compromise the inertial measurement unit.
Upgrade your GNSS system with inertial capability using the new CodaOctopus F175TM System
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To date, commercially available GNSS aided INS systems in the marine market have been supplied with the precision GNSS component as an integral part of the system. This solution is a suitable approach for those users requiring a new precision positioning system; however most vessels, and certainly all survey vessels, are already equipped with a highprecision survey-grade GNSS system. This results in the user paying for, but not requiring, a secondary survey-grade positioning system as part of their
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traditional GNSS aided INS solution. CodaOctopus Products have produced a new GNSS aided INS system that can be used with any existing GNSS system. This new product is called the F175TM and is unique in its concept. Designed with ease of use in mind and targeted at the marine industry, the F175TM transforms your existing GNSS system into a full GNSS aided INS for hydrographic survey applications. In addition to extending the accuracy and feature set of your GNSS system, the F175TM greatly improves robustness to GNSS dropouts and multipath and so is ideal for harbor and coastal areas or working around large structures. The user continues to draw on their precision GNSS system for primary positioning, so existing investments in training, installation and capital costs of this system are protected. Typical applications include: bridge, dam and harbour inspection; marine construction; offshore wind turbine installation; dredging; shipping channel and environmental survey. The F175TM accepts a digital serial input from any commercially available GNSS system and will use this in conjunction with inertial measurements in a tightly integrated Kalman filter to produce a very accurate blended solution of position, altitude, heading and motion data. The outputs are provided in industry standard formats across Ethernet and dual serial ports and support for leading navigational
Tampa bay Florida captured using an F175-T1, Trimble® SPS851 and R2Sonic 2024. Image courtesy of Measutronics Inc
Marine targeted and easy to use F175TM configuration software
F175TM professionally packaged for the survey industry packages and intelligent heave processing (iHeaveTM) comes as standard. In addition, to the generic F175TM product, CodaOctopus have also produced two product variants targeted specifically at the Trimble® SPS range of marine positioning systems. The F175-T1 TM is designed for use with single antenna Trimble® systems and the F175-T2 TM is designed for use with dual antenna Trimble® systems. Martin de Kievit worldwide business development manager for Trimble® Marine says “The Trimble® and CodaOctopus solutions are ideal for system integrators and users who require easy deployment and high-quality motion measurement.”
To find out more about CodaOctopus Products, visit our website: www.codaoctopus.com or send an email to: info@codaoctopus.com.
CodaOctopus Products Ltd 1 Breadalbane Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 5JR Tel: +44 (0)1315 531380 Fax: +44 (0)1315 547143 E-mail: sales@codaoctopus.com
Ships Electronic Services Ltd SES THE PROFESSIONAL MARITIME ELECTRONICS SPECIALIST which also serve commercial shipping and fishing industries. The Poole service centre handles electronics and communications supply to both the commercial shipping and leisure boating markets, with other facilities in Plymouth and Cornwall. A 24 hour seven day a week service and support line is operated by professional engineers capable of talking through problems and solutions whenever and wherever they occur.
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Ships Electronic Services (SES) has built an enviable reputation over the last 36 years for professional service and the ability to supply, install and maintain the world’s most advanced marine electronics systems. Working with all marine related applications such as commercial shipping, workboat, naval, oil and gas and superyacht, SES engineers have experience in advanced maritime technology from satellite and on-board communications to bridge controls, navigation and entertainment systems. The high standards of service and technical expertise offered by SES has been recognised my many of the industry’s leading manufacturers, for example SES is the sole UK distributor and service provider for Raytheon Anschutz and is a warranty service provider for the mobile satellite communications leader, Iridium. As SES has expanded its capabilities and services over the years ensuring quality and control systems have developed to provide its customers with the level of service expected of professional operations. SES is one of the few marine electronics service providers accredited with ISO 9001. Factory trained SES engineers install, service and supply to shipyards and ports around the UK from a network of 8 centres from Aberdeen which specialises in service to the Oil & Gas industry and Grangemouth, Liverpool, Grimsby and Rochester,
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Ships Electronic Services Ltd Waterside Court, Neptune Close, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4NZ Tel: +44 (0)1634 295500 Fax: +44 (0)1634 295536 E-mail: sales@ses-marine.com
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The Acclaimed Software Company Ltd Navigation
The Acclaimed Software Company demonstrate their iObox at Oceanology International 2014 Pioneering bespoke software specialists The Acclaimed Software Company Ltd demonstrated their iObox at Oceanology International 2014 at London’s Excel in March. The iObox is the ultimate in synchronised serial data capture and control. The system enables serial I/O (input/output) operations to be recorded or performed to the millisecond within applications on non-real-time operating systems such as Windows or Mac. The iObox provides real time precision data capture by reporting serial data inputs and control line changes with millisecond level time tags for land surveys, navigation and detailed underwater survey with a robust watertight version for underwater ROV data acquisition. The iObox is also used for precision control. To achieve this, the iObox can issue commands (send serial data or control line operation) to be performed immediately or at a scheduled time, again accurate to the millisecond. These can be overridden on receipt of new information (such as GPS positions) to provide precise control. In this way, the iObox can provide precision control such the firing of a seismic air gun based on GPS position inputs. Other applications include controlling agricultural machinery, generating precise simulators and test harnesses and a number of other offshore precision timing applications. The Acclaimed have produced innovative software solutions such as Verify QC positioning software for VERIPOS together with Axiom & Orion visualistion software, EPOCH marine management software for OMM, ENC electronic navigation charting
software, Fanbeam laser tracking software for MDL, wind farm monopile installation software for Harkand Andrews Survey, The Acclaimed’s Jalfrezi suite of offshore survey management applications, together with positioning and guidance software for precision agriculture. The iObox can be connected to a wireless network and controlled from mobile devices such as tablet PCs, iPhone or iPad. The absence of serial ports in modern computers is also overcome as the iObox can be installed on a network so serial communication is now a viable option from virtually any machine and anywhere in the world! The iObox also facilitates multiple applications which can control iObox simultaneously via drivers running over the LAN. Also the iObox allows these multiple applications to access to a single device, such as a GPS receiver, simultaneously, allowing the sharing of GPS data.
The Acclaimed Software company demonstrate their gnss marine software systems
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The Acclaimed Software at Oceanology International At Oceanology International 2014 the pioneering software specialists will be demonstrating their GNSS offshore positioning bespoke software capabilities and their marine software systems.
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The Acclaimed are inviting visitors to try out their acclaimed software, including their positioning control and monitoring systems. Visitors may also try out the Jalfrezi suite of offshore survey and vessel communication tools. Also being demonstrated on the touchscreens is ‘EPOCH’, the graphical marine management software developed for OMM (Offshore Marine Management), providing to-the-minute project status and visualisation. They will also show their iObox, the ultimate in synchronised serial data capture and control, allowing operations to be recorded or performed to the millisecond within applications on non-real-time operating systems. The iObox is a software
system which is adaptable for vessel or subsea ROV survey and installation operations. The Acclaimed Software Company Ltd produce innovative software solutions such as Verify QC positioning software for VERIPOS together with Axiom & Orion visualistion software, monopile installation software for Harkand Andrews Survey, ENC electronic navigation charting software, Fanbeam laser tracking software for MDL, together with positioning and guidance software for precision agriculture. The Acclaimed Software Company Ltd specialises in developing innovative and creative bespoke software solutions for multiple platforms including Windows and Apple. To celebrate their 10th year, The Acclaimed are inviting clients and associates to join them on their stand to enjoy their real ale brewed in the Brecon Beacons. Please visit www.the-acclaimed.com for more software information.
The Acclaimed Software Company Ltd Graphic House, 120 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1RT Tel: +44 (0)1603 633560 Website: www.the-acclaimed.com E-mail: software@the-acclaimed.com
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Volspec Ltd VOLSPEC LTD WORKS WITH LOCAL BOATBUILDER - CTRUK
With the support of their Head Office in Sweden, Volvo Penta UK’s policy of involving their Centres with OEM’s & boat builders enabled VOLSPEC to provide CTruk a complete service from initial contact to hand over for their new OWSV (offshore wind farm support vessel) the “SC Falcon” due for delivery to Sima Charters of Holland. On a daily basis VOLSPEC worked closely with CTruk providing technical assistance during installation and commissioning prior to the successful sea trials.
Results show the IPS (inboard performance system) is not only very fuel efficient, but also gives optimum results in speed, bollard pull, and when combined with the innovative joystick docking system excellent manoeuvrability. Robert Brammer, Director VOLSPEC said “We are proud to be involved in this successful installation and will continue to
work with Volvo Penta and hope to work again with CTruk on future projects and look forward to building on this working relationship”.
For further information please contact: Patricia Baynton: E-mail: patricia@volspec.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1621 869756
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VOLSPEC LTD supplied Brightlingsea based CTruk with the first Volvo Penta commercial IPS900 system in the UK.
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E.P Barrus Ltd Engines & Transmissions
Yanmar Commercial High-Speed Engines The Yanmar commercial high-speed diesel range offers a propulsion and auxiliary power range from 12hp (8.8kW) to 911hp (670kW) with the renowned reliability, durability and efficiency that are the trademarks of the Yanmar marine diesel engine range. Compliant with all European emissions standards, this engine range also meets the latest IMO Tier II regulations and Yanmar has type approval by the six major shipping classification societies including, LRS, ABS, and BV.
been built for DAB VLOOT, a commercial operator based in Germany, and they are in operation in the inland waterways around Ostend. “We have already sold a number of these engines to commercial operators in the UK and we are confident that the opportunities are there to grow and
develop this important sector of the market,” comments Simon Cooke, General Manager, Marine Division, E. P. Barrus Ltd. “We are looking forward to supporting our commercial customers with a wider choice of engines all backed by our extensive Yanmar dealer network offering a professional technical after-sales service with a 24-hour parts supply.”
Suitable for a wide range of commercial applications including offshore support vessels, fishing craft, ferries, tugs and multi-purpose workboats, these engines offer the commercial user the benefits of easy installation and simple maintenance.
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Barrus supplied the first commercial specification high-speed Yanmar diesel engines to Alnmaritec, based in Alnwick, Northumberland for three pilot boats. Fitted with Yanmar 6LY2-WST engines, the three passenger pilot boats have
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Kort Propulsion Co Ltd TAKE ADVANTAGE OF A KORT EXPERIENCE
As any naval architect or vessel operator knows, a propulsion system which is matched to complement a vessels hull design will maximise the vessels performance, fuel economy and manoeuvrability.
Our expert team can advise you on the single system or combination of systems, which will best suit your particular vessel, we can offer customised packages and consultancy. We understand our market and invest in new technologies for evolving applications in the world today. We supply unique products including our own range of Tunnel Thrusters and Steerable Propulsion units.
We provide consultancy services to designers, owners and builders as well as bringing together complete propulsion packages of Kort Nozzles, Propellers, Thrusters, Conventional Rudders, High Lift Rudders, Bearings, Seals, Shafting, Sterngear, Hatches, Box and Keel Coolers.
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With over eighty years experience, Kort Propulsion has become synonymous with developing and supplying marine propulsion packages for towage, inland waterway, coastal shipping, dredging, fishing, ROV, offshore and workboat applications.
This total service approach has proven to be a particular asset for smaller shipyards and boat builders, which may not have access to their own consultancy or technical departments. Kort Propulsion remains independent of any particular manufacturers and hence provides a single source from which vessel designers, builders or operators can obtain a complete package of propulsion and manoeuvring devices with confidence.
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Turner Engine Powered Services Ltd Engines & Transmissions
“TOGETHER WE’RE STRONGER” Turner EPS was established in 2009 as a result of the Turner Group merging four separate Sister Group companies into one organisation that could provide a comprehensive “one-stop-shop” power generation service to the market. The Company’s marketing strapline reflects this key decision; “TOGETHER WE’RE STRONGER” Turner EPS are now one of Europe’s largest single source providers of maintenance and repair services, bespoke design & build solutions and systems for power generation equipment involving; diesel and gas reciprocating engines, electrical & mechanical governors, explosion protection systems, low carbon/emission microturbines, organic rankin cycle machines and uninterruptible power systems. The company is made up of four distinct business units or trading divisions; • Turner Engine Powered Services • Turner Engine Powered Solutions • Turner Explosion Protection Systems • Turner Engine Control Solutions Turner Engine Powered Services, formally known as Turner Diesel Ltd, provides a comprehensive and diverse range of diesel engineering and support services, from basic pre-planned and response maintenance of standby & or emergency generators and UPS systems including load testing, polishing and decontamination of diesel fuel - to the installation, maintenance, overhaul and repair of prime power units installed in marine applications and offshore oil & gas platforms.
The company are official distributors for some major manufacturers including; Capstone Turbine Corporation, GE Marine and GE Waukesha and operate on an international basis. Turner Engine Powered Solutions, formally known as Tilsley & Lovatt Ltd, is recognised as a European market leader in the design and supply of bespoke special project power generation systems & solutions for the offshore oil & gas industry and specialist industrial & marine market. We have unrivalled and extensive experience in the design and build of continuously rated emergency standby generating sets and fire pump generators for Offshore Normally Unattended Installations with extended service interval requirements. Typical design & build packages range from 20kW to 2.5MW. Turner Explosion Protection Systems, formally known as FlameTech Ltd, designs and manufacturers flame / explosion protection components and packages / systems. All fully integrated with diesel & gas engine pump / compressor drivers, including generating sets, for a range of various makes of engines selected for their suitably and compatibility for Hazardous Area applications. The range starts from 20kW to 2.5MW with Full Metal Jacket (3G PAC engine with surface temperature below that required for the project, typically 200⁰C)
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In addition we can also provide packages up to 2.5MW in Force Ventilated Containers for applications where the surface temperature is higher that the rating of the hazardous gas (typically dry manifold turbocharged engines).
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Turner EPS’s explosion protection systems 3G PAC® diesel engine packages are all explosion tested with verification from reputable third party test houses.
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Providing Innovative Diesel Solutions for the Drilling, Marine and Stationary Industry Turner EPS is proud to be the newest member of GE Marine’s global distributor network that provides regional support and service for GE Marine’s engine portfolio. GE Marine Engines GE has been designing and building highperformance diesel engines for more than 40 years and today they are one of the world’s leading manufacturers of diesel engines with over 15,000 engines operating worldwide. GE Marine’s medium-speed engines are fuelefficient, emissions-compliant, dependable, longlasting and durable. The family of marine diesel engines includes 8, 12 and 16 cylinder V configurations, as well as 6 and 8 cylinder inline or L configurations. 100% engineered for reliability and maintainability The V250 is designed not only for higher efficiency and lower emissions but also for improved reliability and maintainability. Every critical component and system is engineered, manufactured, tested, refined and validated extensively for reliability and for easier maintenance. Based Upon Proven Technology GE’s newest L250 Inline performer engine design is based on the successful V250 engine platform using the Six Sigma Quality design process. Together, with flexible installation and maintenance options, proven parts performance and first class support from Turner EPS, part of GE’s worldwide distribution network, the L250 offers marine customers reliability and limited downtime.
Turner EPS are also Europe’s largest single source providers of maintenance and repair services, bespoke design & build solutions and systems for power generation equipment involving; diesel and gas reciprocating engines, electrical & mechanical governors, explosion protection systems, low carbon emission microturbines, organic rankin cycle machines (ORC) and uninterruptible power systems (UPS).
Turner Engine Powered Services Ltd Unit 1A Dyce Industrial Park, Dyce Aberdeen AB21 7EZ Tel: + 44 (0)1224 723925 Email: sales@turner-eps.co.uk Web: www.turner-eps.co.uk
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Continued from Page 18 Turner Engine Control Solutions provide a complete turn-key service for control and power management systems for mechanical / electrical governors, gas & steam turbines and compressor equipment in the petrochemical industry. As a Woodward recognised turbine retrofitter (RTR), TECS has the knowledge and specialised experience to offer solutions for speed / load controls, generators, extractions, compressors, excitation controls and integrated turbine compressor controls. We utilise Woodward’s control, actuation and valve technologies, and can integrate other brands of controls to fulfil requirements. We have many years of experience upgrading both electrical and mechanical control systems installed on all types of reciprocating engines. This also includes the design and build of control panels / cabinets which is done in-house. TECS are one of five global Channel Partners for Woodward with responsibility for the United Kingdom, Benelux and the Middle East. The power generation market is a very competitive and challenging place and there is no question some companies have found it extremely difficult since 2008, not just to compete, but to be able to manage their costs, make a profit and invest in their business at the same time. However, companies can’t afford to stand still and this respect Turner EPS has kept ahead of their competitors by continually re-investing in their business and people, developing and diversifying their products and services range. Not being restricted to a single market is a key strength and this diversification and flexibility allows Turner EPS to operate in several markets domestically and overseas including; offshore oil & gas, marine, industrial and emergency/standby power generation. In addition they also benefit from being part of the Turner Group, a third generation family owned and operated autonomous group of companies.
Initially founded in 1912 as a supplier to the emerging automotive industry, the Turner Group has evolved through steady organic growth as well as acquisition. Currently, the Group enjoys a turnover in excess of £270m, a reputation for profit retention and a solid financial base from which to operate. The Turner Group is engaged in the supply and servicing of equipment, as well as the provision of comprehensive support services including asset rental. Although the individual companies span a remarkably diverse range of sectors, firstclass service to customers is the principal object of every single activity. Employing around 2,500 loyal and dedicated professionals across both hemispheres (mostly outside its native Scotland), the customer-focused group is driven by a passion for taking ownership of customers challenges. Turner EPS’s strategy has always been diversification and to differentiate themselves from their competitors by offering added value to the high end quality products and services they provide to their wide and varied customer base.
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One of their focused areas for growth, both on and offshore, going forward is Micro turbine technology.
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Turner EPS can offer Capstone Micro turbine technology as an alternative solution to traditional diesel engine powered packages across a wide spectrum of applications including manned and unmanned Offshore Oil & Gas platforms and hazardous areas. Capstone Microturbines reliably power onshore and offshore operations using unprocessed wellhead gas (economic or flare, sweet or up to 7% sour) to generate 3-phase, load-following continuous power.
Capstone Microturbines have just one moving part, no gearbox or other mechanicals, and use no lubricants or hazardous materials, resulting in minimal maintenance while providing reliable, dependable performance.
Turner EPS’s Capstone micro turbine solutions reduce energy costs, ensure power availability and help preserve the environment with its ultra-low emissions profile. They can operate on a variety of gaseous or liquid fuels making Capstone a clean, green, reliable source of energy. The Micro turbines can be installed individually or multi-packed and can function in parallel or independent from the grid. Capstone Microturbines are compact, lightweight, affordable, and quiet and provide a robust and reliable solution to your energy needs.
• Oxygen rich exhaust with less than 5 ppm NOx
Advanced engineering and more than 100 patents put the Capstone Microturbines in a class of their own.
• Air cooled design: no cooling system maintenance or coolant disposal issues • Patented air bearings: no lubrications system maintenance or oil disposal issues
• Modular design permits scalability • Multi-fuel capability
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Perfect for both manned and unmanned platforms, Capstone Micro turbines can be fuelled with unprocessed wellhead gas to provide continuous load following power down to an idle and up to a few hundred kilowatts in easily manageable, redundant 30 and 65kW models. Capstone’s offshore C30 and C65 models are UL Certified to meet Class 1, Division 2 NFPA 496. For hazardous-area placement, a more affordable stainless steel package is available for each model. Non-hazardous units are UL-certified to meet the new UL220 and UL1741 category for engine generators fuelled with “raw natural gas.”
• Lightweight and compact design
“We can think of no other comparable group within the same market sectors that embraces a greater diversity of service”
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Turner Engine Powered Services Ltd Unit 1A, Dyce Industrial Park, Dyce, Aberdeen, AB21 7EZ Tel: +44 (0)1224 723925 Website: www.turner-eps.co.uk E-mail: sales@turner-eps.co.uk
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ZF Services UK Ltd Engines & Transmissions
ZF Services UK: The Ideal Overhaul and Repair Partner for Operators of Dockyard Vessels The constant demands placed on pilot boats, tugs and other dockyard and harbour vessels mean that reliability and uptime are of paramount importance for their operators. Fortunately, for many these qualities have been incorporated in the vessel design, with ZF Marine gearboxes, thrusters and control systems being specified based on their reputation for robustness and longevity. However, in the rare event of a gearbox or thruster breakdown, the primary concern immediately becomes the availability of qualified engineering help. Acutely aware of the need to respond rapidly and effectively in such a situation, ZF offers the UK marine market 24-hour field service support. Up to a certain range of gearboxes, ZF’s partnership network can provide assistance with diagnostics and condition assessment. For larger gearboxes and thruster installations, mobile engineering teams from ZF Services UK are equipped with the necessary training, diagnostics equipment and specialist tooling to deliver direct support around the UK. Whether it’s fixing an oil leak, solving a gearbox operating problem, or replacing a
Pete Nelmes clutch plate or drive coupling that’s required, the repair will be swiftly attended to and the vessel returned to service as soon as possible. It’s not just ZF Marine products that benefit from this level of service provision. In addition to supporting these in applications ranging from ten to 10,000 horsepower, ZF Services UK can also bring its expertise as an acknowledged gearbox specialist to the repair, service and overhaul of any non-ZF marine transmission.
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Where overhaul or a more extensive repair is required, the ZF Services UK marine workshop in Nottingham has the necessary overhead gantry lifting equipment, component inspection and cleaning areas, and workstations equipped with factory supplied special tooling. The facility also has a direct link to the ZF factory, providing rapid access to spare parts and additional technical support if required. All overhaul and repair operations are performed to the original equipment manufacturer’s specifications, using only genuine ZF parts to ensure that the risk of repeat failure is reduced to a minimum. For peace of mind, all work carried out by ZF Services UK carries a 12 month warranty.
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In addition to providing round-the-clock support, ZF Services UK offers service agreements for operators of dockyard and harbour vessels, including an annual health check for gearboxes, thrusters and associated auxiliary equipment and controls. Preventive maintenance can go a long way towards avoiding the need to call on ZF’s unscheduled repair capabilities, and in the unlikely event of a fault developing, a considerable element of the cost of corrective action is already covered.
ZF Services UK Ltd Abbeyfield Road, Lenton Lane, Nottingham, NG7 2SX Tel: +44 (0)333 2401123 Email: info.zf-services-uk@zf.com Web: www.zf.com/uk
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Marlin Marine Engineering Whatever your requirements; pleasure, commercial or rescue. Marlin Marine specialises in marine and industrial power products and is the leading supplier of FPT (Iveco) products with over 38 years of marine experience, 32 of which as the leading FPT (Iveco) dealer. Marlin Marine have established themselves as the centre of excellence for boat builders, fishermen, private boat owners, rescue organisations and power generation suppliers. Marlin Marine have a range of power options from 30 up to 825hp that provide a cost effective, environmentally sound and efficient solution. Being a family business, Alan is supported by his son Mark who heads up the technical side of the business offering the latest in computer diagnostics and technical support through to full engine rebuild services.
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Rolls-Royce designer wins lifetime achievement award
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Sigmund Borgundvaag, a ship designer at Rolls-Royce, has won a lifetime achievement award for his contribution to the design of offshore support vessels for more than 40 years. Sigmund designed the very first Rolls-Royce UT Design vessel, back in 1974, a design that has influenced the industry standard for oil and gas exploration ever since. Receiving the prestigious Offshore Support Journal award, at a ceremony in London last night, Sigmund said: “I am honoured to receive this award and I’m extremely proud to have played a part in developing a type of ship that has gone on to play such an important role in the oil and gas industry. It has been thrilling to have been involved in fulfilling the demanding requirements of an industry, where as one design challenge is met there is always a new and exciting one to tackle.” Originally designed to handle the rough conditions of the North Sea, the UT has been continually adapted for a range of demanding duties where crew safety, stability, and capability are as important today as they were 40 years ago. Sigmund added: “In those early days of North Sea oil, there simply wasn’t a ship robust enough to handle the harsh conditions and heavy
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seas. We drew on generations of experience from fishing these waters, and matched it with the technology needed to operate in a new type of deep-water oil field, always considering the safety of the crew and the demanding job these ships had to do. The result was a ship that pioneered the development of offshore oil and gas.” Today there are almost 800 Rolls-Royce UT Design vessels in service or on order. They operate in all the world’s major oil and gas fields, carrying out a wide range of duties including transporting cargo to and from rigs, and handling and positioning the anchors that keep floating rigs in position. The UT design also extends to subsea construction vessels, seismic survey ships and ocean-going tugs, used by a number of coast guards for emergency towing and coastal protection. John Knudsen, Rolls-Royce, President – Offshore, said: “Sigmund has made a hugely significant impact on the oil and gas industry as we know it today. Look out to sea at any major oil city in the world, whether it’s Bergen, Aberdeen or in the Gulf of Mexico, and that familiar shape of vessel you see on the horizon can trace its origin back to Sigmund’s work of more than 40 years ago. Today he is still a valued part of our ship design team, inspiring the next generation of naval architects. We congratulate him on this award, and thank him for his contribution to our industry.” The first Rolls-Royce UT Design ship to enter service, in 1974, is still operating today. The UT 704 originally named Stad Scotsman, is currently chartered to work in the oil fields off the coast of Nigeria, under the name Reliance Star 1.
Blyth Workcats Ltd Workboats & Tugs
BLYTH WORKCAT JOINS OSIRIS PROJECTS SURVEY FLEET A new 14 metre survey catamaran has been delivered to coastal survey specialists Osiris Projects by leading GRP workboat builders Blyth Workcats. The new boat, named Proteus of Liverpool, has been custom-built at the Blyth Workcats yard on Canvey Island, UK, to provide a fast yet stable and comfortable working platform for coastal survey work. The boat has been fitted with a range of high specification sonar and acoustic positioning systems that will provide the company’s clients with high quality survey data enhanced by the stability of the new boat. The Proteus is the fifth vessel in the Osiris Projects fleet and has MCA (Maritime and Coastguard Agency) category 2 approval to work up to 60 miles offshore. With a maximum design speed of 24 knots the new boat will be able to get quickly on station and commence surveying with minimum delay. The new survey boat will work primarily for oil and gas and offshore renewable clients, performing cable and pipeline pre- and post-installation route surveys around the coastline of the UK and Northern Europe. The new vessel has been custom-built to include a moon pool to house a retractable sonar deployment system, a hydraulic A-frame and retractable transducer mounts and is capable
of operating a full spread of survey sensors. With a spacious work cabin and sleeping for four the new boat also provides a comfortable working environment for surveyors and crew with ample space for topsides survey equipment. The boat’s draft of just 1.1-metre also makes it ideal for working in the extreme shallows encountered during precision littoral survey contracts. With propulsion provided by two Cummins QSC 8.3 500hp engines it possesses the power and maneuverability needed for safe operation in confined waters. The unique Blyth hull design also ensures exceptional handling and performance at both low and high speeds and incorporates a low drag profile ensuring excellent fuel economy. The Blyth Workcats product range is noted for its exceptional value with highly competitive purchase prices. All are built from GRP to provide strength where it is needed and valuable weight savings wherever the design permits it. Hull lamination and construction is governed by meticulous quality control so the customer can benefit from a boat that has been built to exactly meet their needs while enabling rugged strength and reinforcement to be applied wherever it is needed. ----->
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Blyth Workcats Ltd - Bespoke GRP Catamarans between 10 and 17m Ideal for WFSV, Survey, Passenger Boats, Ferries, Patrol Boats, Dive Boats, Charter Anglers and Fishing.
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Blyth Workcats Ltd Unit 1, Kings Close, Charfleets Industrial Estate, Canvey Island, Essex, SS8 0QZ Tel: +44 (0)1268 684422 Fax: +44 (0)1268 511164 Email: info@blythworkcats.co.uk
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The strength yet comparatively light weight of a Blyth Workcats GRP hull also enables smaller engines to be used. This results in greater economy and higher speeds which, due to carefully designed hull profiles and chines, improve handling and seakeeping in extreme conditions. Because GRP construction costs are significantly lower than those of metal-hulled catamarans, Blyth Workcat customers often find their budget going farther than expected. This may then make it possible to invest in higher specification wheelhouse technology and interior accommodation than might otherwise have been possible. It is also noted that even after many years of hard use Blyth Workcats can be maintained to keep their good looks and shrug-off minor damage so that they maintain resale value while users retain their confidence in the condition and quality of these versatile craft. The Blyth Workcats range includes 17, 14, 12 and 10-metre catamarans that are built for a wide range of applications in addition to survey work. These can include wind farm support, passenger ferries, dive support, fishing charter or any of a wide range of workboat tasks.
For more information visit: www.blythworkcats.co.uk Or call: +44 (0)1268 684422
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Meercat Workboats Ltd Workboats & Tugs
meercat workboats secures two orders for port service vessels from conwy and belfast harbour authorities Having started out almost 8 years ago, Meercat Workboats has established itself as a leading workboat builder with a particular interest in shallow draft, road transportable vessels. Their development in this niche has led to them being recognised as the world leader in road transportable workboats. The driving principle behind the Meercat design was to create a well-engineered, user friendly and robust steel workboat; but one that didn’t have to play by the same rules as a conventional vessel. The modular design means that a Meercat can be plucked from the water, placed directly onto trailers and be despatched to its new destination where it can be launched and back to work the same day. No more slow, expensive and weather dependent sea deliveries. Of course this also means that ‘no go’ areas for most conventional workboats such as inland waterways (canals, lakes and lochs), are easily accessible for a Meercat.
It’s hard to think of a marine application a Meercat can’t help with, time and again they’ve proven themselves to be invaluable for a multitude of applications over the years including: civil engineering support, cable and pipe laying, dive support, port service, dredging support, fish farming, towage, moorings & pilings, pollution response/clean-up, wind farm support, dry and liquid cargo carrying and floating crane operation.
To see how a Meercat could help your business grow visit: www.meercatworkboats.com or call James Lewis on 02392 385179.
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This ease of transportation has led to Meercats being shipped around the globe. They easily fit onto MAFI trailers, allowing the regular RoRo shipping routes around the world to be used, making shipping quicker and cheaper. Today Meercats can be found at work in UK, Ireland, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Tasmania, Norway, Sweden, France and Peru.
It’s worth pointing out that this versatility does not come at the expense of performance. The Meercat RT18 (18m x 8m) can carry over 50 tonnes of dry or liquid cargo and has either single or twin 40 tonne/metre cranes on deck; and being classified as MCA Workboat Code (cat 2) can venture up to 60 nautical miles from a safe haven. Meercats can be equipped with a vast array of equipment including deck winches, capstans, towing hooks, deck cranes, liquid cargo pumping systems, 3 phase generators, bow thrusters, dredging equipment, moon pools and spud legs. Internally they are fitted out to a high standard with fully equipped wheelhouses and mess rooms with galleys, toilet/ shower facilities and workshops.
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Meercat Workboats Ltd Boatshop 5, Trafalgar Wharf, Hamilton Road, Cosham, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 4PX Tel: +44 (0)2392 385179 Email: info@meercatworkboats.com Web: www.meercatworkboats.com
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Southampton Marine Services Ltd Workboats & Tugs
Svitzer Leven Delivered Southampton Marine Services is proud to deliver their latest vessel. Svitzer Leven is a 20.25m steel workboat, designed for operation in the Port of Middlesbrough. Constructed and finished to the highest standard, this bespoke design showcases the engineering capabilities of the team at SMS. Southampton Marine Services Limited is proud to announce the launch and commissioning of their latest vessel, ‘Svitzer Leven’. The vessel is a 20.25m steel mono-hull workboat designed specifically for operation in the Port of Middlesbrough, where her role will be to collect recycling materials and refuse from larger foreign vessels visiting the port.
The vessel is fitted with twin propellers, each 91.4cm in diameter and a John Deere 60Kva generator. Deck equipment is an ACB 300-4 Marine hydraulic crane with a capability of lifting 2.3tonnes at 11.8 meters Accessed from the main deck, the lower compartment is equipped with a shower and toilet compartment, washing machine, engine room entrance and stairs to the wheelhouse. The wheelhouse consists of a forward facing consul and chart table, whilst the rear area is equipped with galley area and mess table with bench seats.
Powered by twin Doosan 196TI engines, each rated at 320HP, the vessel achieved a speed of 12.5 knots and is capable of cruising at an average speed in excess of 9.0 knots in departure condition.
Bob Gray from Southampton Marine Services: “We are proud to have been awarded the contract to build the ‘Svitzer Leven’ in Southampton. Finished to the highest standard, this bespoke design
Richard Young, Technical Development Manager, Svitzer: “ The ‘Svitzer Leven’ is a great example of what Southampton Marine Services are fast building a reputation for – bespoke design and build with real attention to detail. The quality of the finished vessel is excellent and we were delighted with her performance during the recent sea trials. ‘Svitzer Leven’ will perform a vital role for the Port of Middlesbrough – our thanks to Bob Gray and all at SMS for a job well done”.
For further information please contact Bob Gray: Tel: +44 (0)23 8033 7063 E-mail: info@southamptonmarineservices.co.uk Managing Director Mobile No: +44 (0)7795 365722 Website: www.southamptonmarineservices.co.uk
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The Svitzer Leven’ has an LOA of 20.25m, beam of 7.5m, draught of 0.8m and a lightship displacement of 75 tonnes.
The bridge includes a full Raymarine multi-functional display comprising radar, chart plotter, AIS, satellite compass, twin DSC radios and GPS.
by AG Salmon & Co, Argyll, Scotland, showcases the engineering capabilities of the team at SMS and the designs of A G Salmon & Co.
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Southampton Marine Services Ltd Ocean Quay, Belvidere Road, Southampton, SO14 5QY Tel: +44 (0)23 80337063 Fax: +44 (0)23 80223398 Email: info@southamptonmarineservices
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Constructed and finished to the highest standard, this bespoke design showcases the engineering capabilities of the team at Southampton Marine Services. To discuss future build slot availability, please contact Bob Gray Tel +44(0)23 8033 7063
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GSS expanding into africa, the middle east, far east and africa GSS is an expanding, international company, playing an active role in marine construction and support services worldwide. Recent years have seen GSS expanding into Africa, the Middle East, Far East and Australia Projects supported by GSS include coastal work, bridge and marine work, piers and jetties, pipe and cable laying, welding and diving support and marine piling. And although MOD contracts comprise a part of the workload, the company undertakes major civil contracts in both Britain and Europe. This includes a move into the renewable energy industry, particularly in construction support and repair and maintenance of offshore wind farms. Its varied fleet of vessels gives GSS the capacity and versatility to offer a wide range of services, and the expertise and cando attitude of its personnel allows it to successfully tackle challenging contracts and come up with innovative solutions to complex problems. GSS was founded in 1989 to provide high quality plant and labour to the Royal Navy and the marine construction industry and quickly proved its worth. An injection of fresh purpose was added in 2005 when the Managing Director took part in a
management buyout which in turn led to an expansion of the fleet with bigger vessels and increased capabilities. GSS have successfully moved into other markets and undergone significant growth, more than doubling its workforce in the past four years. With this growth as marine consultants as well as marine contractors, the company has been moving more and more into long-term, large-scale contracts, while still retaining the capacity to handle smaller one-off jobs. The organisation also boasts a quality inhouse dive team. Internationally, GSS has supported dredging and construction operations in Sierra Leone, and currently carrying out oilfield work in Nigeria, and marine support and construction in Australia. In 2011 the company was assisting pipe-laying work in Papua New Guinea. Closer to home, the opening of an office in Holland has proved productive, with an increasing role in the Dutch, Danish and European market and penetration of the rapidly expanding market in offshore renewables in the Baltic. Whatever the scale or location of the contract, all GSS’s projects are underwritten by the continual drive for quality which has proved such a big attraction for clients. Marine Designs_Feb2012.1xp_Layout 1 07/02/2012 11:38 Page 1
DockMaster offers a long life product with excellent stability and wave attenuation performance. Marine Designs Ltd, part of the A&P group, is a turnkey provider of heavy duty pontoons. In recent years the company has completed over ten Crew Transfer bases for the offshore wind industry and installed ferry and tug berths throughout the UK. These projects have included drive on pontoons with specialised vehicles, pontoon mounted cranes and full services including fuel delivery systems.
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Working closely with our clients to provide forward thinking pontoon and floating dock solutions since 1994 we design, manufacture and install large pontoons & floating piers for a variety of operators, ranging from ferries to rescue services, port operations to the offshore wind industry.
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In 2007 we introduced the award winning DockMaster concrete pontoon range, a heavy duty system capable of providing berthing solutions for vessels up to 20,000 tonnage. DockMaster offers a long life product with excellent stability and wave attenuation performance.
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AVO Marine Systems Ltd Communications
Marine intercom & cctv that is truly ‘fit for purpose’ AVO Marine Systems Ltd manufacture Intercom, Talkback and CCTV equipment specifically for the marine industry and it is increasingly becoming the preferred choice for new builds and refurbishments of all types of vessel, from workboats to Royal Navy warships. Their CT4 cameras have been fitted to RNLI lifeboats for many years and have proven to be extremely reliable, even in the most hazardous conditions, and they continue to be specified as standard equipment for the RNLI. Their robust yet compact design makes them an ideal unit for all types of vessel and they are also widely used on ferries, super-yachts, tugs,
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hovercraft, wind farm support vessels and numerous others throughout the world. However, it is their intercom systems that have more recently become so popular, mainly because they are so adaptable to any type or size of vessel.
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released later this year, offering a simple ‘Talkback’ solution for those who do not need all the intercom functions and capabilities of the TC4000. “We are a small company” says John Wheeler, Managing Director of AVO Marine, “which enables us to react quickly to customer feedback and suggestions. Some of our resellers and installers told us how pleased their clients were with the sound quality of the TC4000, and they themselves were delighted with the simplicity and ease of installation, but that the system sometimes offered more features than some of their clients
needed, therefore they were having to use a different make, even though the sound quality was not so good. This was obviously something that we were keen to put right, so we decided to invest in a new system to cater for those clients”. The TC2000 looks set to bring even more projects AVO Marine’s way and put this UK SME in an even better position in the international marine market.
For more information, contact: sales@avomarine.com or visit www.avomarine.com
The TC4000 can be used as a simple 2-station system, say from wheelhouse to deck or engine room, right up to a complex, multi-zone system with multiple masters and operational groups, integrated into one overall system, as supplied to the Indonesian Navy for a training facility. There is even an allin-one solution for a small vessel, incorporating a small PA system, with integral fog and general alarms. As the TC4000 became increasingly popular in the super-yacht market, AVO Marine responded by developing a stainless steel version, the TC4000S, with stylishly re-designed panels, which has already become very popular with naval architects, owners and shipyards alike. A totally new system, the TC2000, is to be
AVO Marine Systems Ltd Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 7HY Tel: +44 (0)1983 213003 Email: sales@avomarine.com Web: www.avomarine.com
Mantsbrite Ltd Mantsbrite appointed distributor for SCAN Antenna More than 1 million marine antennas have been produced at the Danish factory, but since production has thus far been primarily under private labels, the company is relatively unknown in the UK market. This is due to change, with Scan Antenna now producing a full range of maritime antennas and mounts to be sold under its own brand name.
Set up in 1947, SCAN Antenna A/S is a Danish technology-focused company that supplies high quality precision antennas to a wide range of markets world-wide; some of its customers are the world’s most advanced market-leaders. The products fit into marine or land based radio communication systems which are life-lines for users; quality is of the essence.
Mantsbrite’s David Ash says: “I’m delighted that we have been appointed as a distributor for SCAN Antennas. The company has an excellent pedigree within the industry having manufactured antennas for over 65 years for many prestigious OEM clients. SCAN’s VHF & AIS antennas are the perfect complement to our portfolio of electronic navigation equipment.”
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Already a distributor for many of the world’s leading manufacturers of marine electronic navigation equipment, Mantsbrite recently announced its appointment as a distributor for SCAN Antenna A/S. The agreement covers the distribution within the UK and Ireland of all maritime antennas made by SCAN Antenna A/S.
Innovative marine communications for North Sea safety When Mantsbrite became the sole UK distributor of the David Clark Marine Wireless Headset Communications Systems in 2012, one of the first users was Tidal Transit, a fast growing North Norfolk company providing a new generation of personnel transfer vessels for use by offshore wind farm developers. Some years earlier. Tidal Transit had realised that offshore wind farm development off the east coast of England was going to create a huge demand for personnel transfer vessels [PTVs] to transport mechanics and electricians from shore to the offshore wind farm sites. Accordingly, in 2011, its directors Leo Hambro and Adam Wright made a considerable investment in what then was primarily a fishing trip business, commissioning their first two state-ofthe-art, purpose designed and built vessels from a Spanish vessel manufacturer.
Tidal Transit’s Leo Hambro comments: “These Communications Systems have been invaluable. When we carried out a man overboard rescue’ exercise recently, the crew member on deck was able to move freely, giving very clear instructions to the crew on the bridge, thus avoiding accidental harm to the ‘man’ in the water.
Fortunately, we haven’t experienced such an incident, but with the David Clark wireless system, we are confident that our crew-to-crew communications can make a huge difference in both normal and extraordinary circumstances.” ‘Ginny Louise’ and ‘Eden Rose’ have been in continuous use on the Greater Gabbard and Sheringham Shoal Offshore Wind Farms since their arrival in the UK. “Mantsbrite will be fitting out our third vessel, the ‘Tia Elizabeth’, which is expected to reach these shores in May 2013,” says Leo Hambro, “and David Clark wireless headsets are part of the equipment specification.” Established in 1964, Mantsbrite now has an established 175 strong dealer network throughout the UK and Ireland.
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They selected Mantsbrite, to firstly fit out ‘Ginny Louise’, and very shortly after ‘Eden Rose’, with the best navigational aids available to enable the vessels to function safely and efficiently in the unfriendly waters of the North Sea.
Mantsbrite is a renowned UK distributor of electronic navigation and communication equipment, supplying high quality products from a wide range of world class suppliers. Managing Director David Ash said: “One of the key factors in operating safely at sea is clear and interferencefree communication, so I was delighted when David Clark launched its new Marine Wireless Headset Communications System. Having thoroughly tested these headsets, I knew they would be ideal for crews operating vessels in the demanding environment of the North Sea. They are rugged, manufactured from marine grade components, and enable users to enjoy clear, crisp reception within a range of 100m. Being hands-free, they greatly enhance mobility as there is no need for crew members to be tethered to the vessel.”
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HATLAPA Marine Equipment Ltd Deck machinery
HATLAPA - Triplex offshore deck machinery package caters to your needs The demand for more comprehensive and extensive machinery packages has increased over the years within the marine industry. In order to respond to this demand, the marine equipment manufacturer Hatlapa and its daughter company Triplex AS have created a deck machinery package aimed specifically at vessels which operate in the demanding conditions in the offshore industry. Hatlapa is known for its high quality and reliable marine equipment in all areas of shipbuilding and now together with Triplex, the two companies are able to offer specific solutions which combine the expertise within the companies. The two companies worked together already prior to the purchase of Triplex in 2011. The history of the two companies extends back to 1990s and a cooperation of supplying winches and net handling systems to the Chilean fishing industry. The compatibility of the two companies is even more evident in recent times as the launch of a new Offshore Package will take place in late June 2013. The Offshore Package combines the expertise of the companies into one, fully compatible and customizable package. The offshore specific equipment from both companies is now a collective list of 23 elements that can be tailored to a specific package depending on the requirements of the customer.
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Hatlapa is known for their range of winches and especially the AHT winches, which are available in low or high pressure hydraulic drives to suit the customers’ needs with power, as well as size wise
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in single, double or even triple waterfall designs. The Combined Anchor-Mooring and Mooring winches, secondary winches as well as the Research Winches are also supplied fully customized if requested and have stood the test of time and are known for their durability and reliability in extreme conditions. All winches are fully customizable and have a variety of additional extras to make the operating of the winches safer, as well as increase the lifespan of the equipment. Additional equipment such as chain stoppers and capstans for the winches can now be incorporated into the package. A variety of servicing plans are also available.
Triplex AS has been working in the offshore sector for centuries and their cranes are a testament to the company’s expertise within the fishery and offshore sector. In order to branch out more into the offshore sector, Triplex had designed a variety of specialist Multi Deck Handlers. The Multi Deck Handlers can be divided into two categories, for AHT vessels and for PSVs. The AHT MDH package includes: ·
Lifting and pulling capacities of 42t and 30t over the whole deck
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Anchor handling operations performed with remote control
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Camera systems and floodlights
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Both packages can be enhanced with a variety of additional equipment such as wires, buoys, clamps and anchors. As safety in any situation is imperative, especially in rough or extreme conditions, the package also includes a variety of safety options. For the HATLAPA winches, a quick release option called SLIPSAFE is incorporated, this means that there is no claw clutch and the chain can be released through a slipping clutch with minimum break force. Triplex also offers a variety of safety measurements taking into consideration that anchor and other chains on the deck can cause major safety hazards. The best know safety measure are the Shark Jaws, this was invented by Triplex in 1983 and is a unique way of handling chains and wires. This option automatically positions the chain or wire in the right way on deck and allows for a more secure way
of handling on-deck chains and ropes. Additional guiding tools are guide pins, stop pins, wire clamps, rope friction stoppers, tensioners and tractioners. A new addition to the safety equipment offered by Triplex is a Load Measurement System (LMS). This system is incorporated into the Shark Jaws and it measures the active load which is displayed on a monitor on the Bridge. The system will also be able to give out an alarm, if the load is about to, or is exceeding the defined safety perimeters. The LMS can also be used to unwind and untangle chains on deck. The operator is able to connect the chain from the winch to the Shark Jaw and thus eliminate any spin and
make for a safer operating environment. As household name in the Norwegian market, Triplex has recently secured a contract from BOA Offshore. The order entails a Tripelx MDH 42, as well as Shark Jaws, Vertical Guide Pins and a Spooling Block. Offshore Sales Manager Even Kippernes is excited about the cooperation: “This is the ultimate deck equipment for anchor handlers. The Triplex MDH can lift, move and park heavy anchors up to 42 tons and pull heavy chains and grappling hooks weighting up to 30 tons.” The delivery for this order is scheduled for the beginning of 2014.
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Products offered include the SB Rescue Sling which is ideal for recovering a casualty from a steep-sided canal, or a lake, without the rescuer having to enter the water. The unit can now be fitted with a body recovery bag allowing emergency services to recover a body from the water without touching it. The company has recently been awarded a contract to supply this equipment to the Royal Australian Navy. The company publishes its own range of nautical publications, including Training Manuals for LSA and Fire Equipment, Code of Practice Training Manuals and SOLAS Check Lists which satisfy the various regulations required in Chapters II and III of SOLAS. DSB inflatable boats and liferafts also figure large in the products offered to its customers.
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I.C. Brindle & Co. Ltd has been established in the commercial marine sector since 1994 and offers an eclectic range of products both for this sector and as a supplier to the bluelight services.
Telephone: +44 (0)1202 657814 Facsimile: +44 (0)1202 693005 Email: info@icbrindle.com Website: www.icbrindle.com
bloctube marine services “twinlite” Bloctube Marine Services, is an ISO9001-2008 Certified company. We manufacture “TwinLite” the remote controlled twin beam searchlight range which rotates non stop through 360 degrees on both vertical and horizontal planes, and is ideal for combination, Navigation and Search Rescue.
The company origins go back to Bloctube controls in Aylesbury and Chadburn Bloctube Ltd of Liverpool. Bloctube incorporated all its Marine business in Leeds back in 1988.
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Bloctube also manufacture Rudder Angle Indicator systems, RPM systems, Push button and Rotary Switch Telegraph systems, Original Chadburn Telegraph Spares and Refurbishing, Bloctube also supply and repair/refurbish ships whistles/ horns, and supply Hydrostatic tank content gauge systems.
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PhotoSynergy Ltd Safety Equipment
The Illuminated Diver Umbilical ‘LIGHTPATH’ a significant safety advance from PhotoSynergy Ltd The concept: To see the entire route of a dive umbilical has been identified as a significant contribution to safety. PSL have achieved this with a unique side emitting 5mm diameter fibre that carries no electrical power, only light up to 150m in length. The fibre is spirally wound into the umbilical thereby creating a flexible continuous line of light from a low power LED light source which can be either steady state or flashing. The initial testing and evaluation took place at The Underwater Centre in Scotland, their Open Days contributed significantly in raising the profile of the illuminated umbilical concept Operational experience with LIGHTPATH has been gained in the North Sea through collaboration, support and advice from Bibby Offshore, Helix Well Ops UK Ltd and Boskalis Offshore Subsea Services operating in both Saturation and Wet Bell systems. The positive feed-back provided and photographic evidence of performance supports LIGHTPATH as an innovation that helps de-risk diving operations; a major industry concern.
The PSL SLS9000 Light Source wavelength for the human eye, and provides extraordinary output from minimum power, typically <7W, target life of 5years continuous operational use and projected maintenance free life.
LIGHTPATH enhances safety for all parties operating in the subsea environment. This has been proven for the individual diver, his colleagues in the water and the bell-man. ROV pilots are aware of the route of the umbilical which minimises the risk of collision and helps detect cases of dive umbilicals snagging on structures. LIGHTPATH can be used to identify the individual diver through choice of light output colour, Green/Blue/White. LIGHTPATH side emitting 5mm diameter flexible fibre rope injected from a single source LED supplies a continuous line of light typically 70m in length with the fibre simply wound into the lay of the umbilical. The SLS5000 unit operates over the 12 to 24V DC range with an optional non-penetrating on/off/flash switch.
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The colours adopted are Green and Blue as they penetrate most efficiently in water with White as a third alternative. The Green system operates near the peak eye response, the optimum
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The LIGHTPATH
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Subsea professionals have identified a number of applications including the lighting of tool boxes, tether lines and restraint systems including the golden gate. ROV pilots highlighted the lighting of manifold valves, control panels and docking or garage guidance systems. Salvage divers identified guide routes into wrecks utilising a continuous line of light and marine archaeologists are looking at controlled site access and ‘grid location’. For non-submerged operation PSL have developed a 4th colour system, Red. Marine applications to enhance operational safety on deck include guard rails, open hatches, temporary work areas and below deck identifying egress routes. Offshore Wind safety applications identified as tower access lighting and ship personnel transfer systems; PSL are working with SE Offshore Wind Expert Support programme and BVG Associates.
The LIGHTPATH The umbilical really did light up really well; with the divers able to follow the umbilical all the way back to the bell. I believe this is a real step forward in the ability for better diver umbilical management & safety. The ROVs have also commented on how much easier it is to see the Diver’s umbilical. What is really noticeably is the way the umbilical stands out when the ROV is moving around. This has got to be a major safety feature. If it wasn’t for the light string, you wouldn’t know the umbilical was there.
Comment courtesy of Bibby Offshore
PSL will continue to develop and promote equipment that will contribute to enhancing the safety of those in the marine, offshore, dive and subsea community with the continued support of operators.
Comment courtesy of The Underwater Centre
‘We were delighted to be able to provide PSL with the opportunity to test their illuminated rope in the controlled environment of our pier, using divers in training. Our onshore tank, which has viewing panels on all sides, also provided the perfect location for a demonstration of how the light rope works, to potential clients. It’s a very important piece of new technology, which we can see has significant benefits to commercial divers, and ROV pilot techs, when working offshore or in poor light.’ General Manager, Steve Ham
In low viz situations, it’s a real safety bonus when the divers can, at a glance see the direction their umbilicals are going. We are continuously doing SIMOPS with work class ROVs & the ROV pilots have commented on how much easier it is manoeuvre around the divers umbilicals now that they are (the umbilicals) illuminated.
Comment courtesy of Boskalis Offshore Subsea Services
Very nice system could be a bit brighter but for the rest excellent and helps to improve safety. Our customer made a special note on the final audit report, the note was (a good way to improve the safety of the diver under water better visible umbilical) they are even recommending using the SLS 9000 unit.
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Comments courtesy of Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
On the Bibby Offshore DSVs we use different colours for each diver so there is no confusion when the divers are working close together in poor light conditions. The main benefit is that the divers can readily identify where their umbilicals are at any time, preventing potential problems with unseen snagging hazards. The ROV can also quickly check the divers’ umbilcals are completely clear before landing large items on the seabed. The divers themselves started requesting umbilical lighting quickly following the early offshore trials. This, in itself, speaks volumes. Nigel Kenrick Diving & Dive Systems Operations Manager
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109hp @ 1500rpm Diesel Power Packs with Anderton Model 705AI0SE over centre clutches Low Hours Quantity 5 available as new.
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Lister Single Cylinder Transfer Pump
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