Today we face our biggest environmental challenge, at a time of accelerated technological development and in a world where we want everincreasing adventure, exploration, and shipping possibilities. So it’s only natural to ask – what will shipbuilding look like in the future?
With this question in mind and eager as ever to find answers, we have created the first edition of ShipBuilding Industry of 2023.
We took a dive in the German shipbuilding sector, researched what some renowned ship design and naval architecture companies are currently working on, what is currently happening in the field of marine propulsion and power generation, and what some current refit and conversion projects look like. Curious at what we came across? Have a look inside and find out.
In addition, we added ship reports of some of the latest innovative vessels and we have some exciting articles on the latest cruise vessels and river cruise vessels.
You could say that we started o the new year with loads of curiosity and we are excited for yet another year of shipbuilding adventures with known and new suppliers, taking the shipbuilding industry to new heights.
Get on board for a new year of ShipBuilding Industry! Please feel free to contact me for media opportunities in 2023.
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Inland shipping construction yard Concordia Damen will deliver two CDS Dry Cargo 110 vessels to Amer Shipping. Sustainability considerations and the hull shape of this in-house developed ship type were the deciding factors, partly because it allows skippers to sail longer at (very) low water levels, which is predicted to occur often in the coming years. Amer Shipping already has a fleet of 57 vessels, including owned tankers, dry cargo, and container vessels as well as associated ships. The company transports approximately 8 million tonnes of cargo per year, mainly raw materials for construction projects and project cargo for various industries.
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The steel cutting ceremony of the first of two next-generation methanol MDO/HVO powered DP2Construction Service Operating Vessels (CSOVs) for Acta Marine was arranged on 18January 2023 at Tersan Shipyard. The SX216 design of the vessel has been developed exclusively and in close collaboration with Ulstein Design & Solutions. Thesteel cutting is the o cial kick-o for the construction at the shipyard. The 89m long vessels will be equipped with an SMST-provided motioncompensated crane and amotion-compensated gangway for safe personnel transfer in significant wave heights up to 3m. The vessels also feature a battery power storage system creating further energy e ciency and CO2 reduction.
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Recently, the technology group Wärtsilä and Carnival Corporation have carried out a joint pilot project to reduce plastic materials being used in marine operations to boost maritime sustainability by preventing plastics from harming the environment as well as to lower CO2 emissions. As a result of this pilot, Wärtsilä Global Logistics Services is in the process of changing its spare part packaging to achieve a reduction of approximately 40% in the amount of plastic used.The project was carried out on two Carnival Cruise Line vessels. It involved the use of smarter packaging material for spare parts, primarily using recycled paper packaging materials instead of plastic. The change in packaging will be incorporated for deliveries to Wärtsilä customers in both the marine and energy sectors.
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Norwegian cruise ferry operator Fjord Line is to convert sister ships Stavanger ordand Bergens ordfrom singlefuel LNG-engines to dual-fuel LNG/MGO-engines. “The energy crisis, caused by the Russian invasion of Ukraine, has led to extraordinary volatility and significant price increases in LNG and the price increases have been far higher than for traditional and less sustainable energy sources at sea”, saysFjord Line. It notes that it receives no government energy-related financial aid and says that dramatically increased energy costs for the two LNG-fuelled ships are “significantly above a financially sustainable level.” Both vessels were originally ordered as dual-fuel vessels, but the shipbuilding contract was amended to make both purely LNG-fuelled.
Kooiman Marine Group recently performed successful sea trials on board the trailing suction hopper dredger (TSHD) Hegemann V. The newbuild, developed by Kooiman in a collaboration with Hegemann, is designed to execute multiple types of dredging activities on specific locations. With a suction tube on the starboard side and an inboard dredge pump, she can load 1,500m3 of material. Unloading the dredged material can be done by opening a row of bottom doors. The material can be pumped by one or two series-connected dredge pumps with discharge connections on both sides of the ship or via a bow connection at the front.
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Leclanché continues to reach new milestones in the electrification of marine transport and announces that it has been selected as the battery technology provider for two hybrid vessels being built for Stena Line and Brittany Ferries. Each battery system has a capacity of 11.3MWh and the RoPax ferries will be the world’s largest hybrid vessels – surpassing Leclanché’s prior record-breaking marine projects. These projects, planned for delivery in 2024 and 2025, further consolidate Leclanché’s backlog and ranks the company as a leading player in the e-marine space. The two nearly 195m long hybrid E-Flexer ferries have been designed and developed by Stena RoRo in collaboration with Brittany Ferries.
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On 26 January, Swan Hellenic announced that SH Diana, the newest and largest vessel in its ultramodern five-star fleet, was floated out of dry dock at the Helsinki Shipyard some days before. SH Diana’s fitting out is now already under way, leaving her comfortably on schedule for her maiden cruise, ‘Mysteries of Carthage and the Moors’, which will be leaving Palermo in Italy for Lisbon in Portugal on 15 April. SH Diana will then make her way up the West Atlantic seaboard of Europe for explorations of the Arctic.
At the end of 2022, Hydrex divers/technicians carried out a double underwater stern tube seal repair on a RoRo vessel berthed in Port of Burnie, Tasmania. The vessel was leaking oil, making an on-site repair necessary. Using two Hydrex flexible mobdocks simultaneously the team was able to carry out the entire operation on-
site and underwater in just 60 hours, saving the owner an expensive and time-consuming trip to drydock. A successful operation was concluded with leakage tests, the removal of the flexible mobdocks, and the reinstallation of the rope guards.
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Sembcorp Marine has completed the successful delivery of the world’s second 8th-generation drillship, Deepwater Titan, to Transocean’s subsidiary Triton Titan. Deepwater Titanis the second 8th-generation drillship constructed by Sembcorp Marine based on the Group’s Jurong Espadon 3T design. Set to redefine standards for o shore drilling, the dual-derrick drillship is the first-ever unit delivered with two 20,000psi blowout preventers (BOPs), wellcontrol, riser, and piping systems for high-pressure and high-temperature drilling and completion operations. Along with its sister rig the Deepwater Atlas, Deepwater Titan is the most advanced of its kind in the industry.
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The Becker Performance Package , a combination of a Becker Rudder and Becker Twisted Fin, enables maximum possible energy savings in front of and behind the propeller. Both products are available from a single company and are thus perfectly harmonised for optimised manoeuvring and
P&O Cruises’ latest cruise vessel Arvia left Meyer Werft’s covered building dock II (Hall 6) in August of 2022. Thefloat out manoeuvre began in the morning at around 9:00 am. The vessel moored at the out-fitting pier in the shipyard harbour after that, where the masts and funnel were lifted onto the ship by crane.
ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF MEYER WERFT.
Arvia lied in the shipyard harbour until the Ems conveyance in October. The vessel thus formed the backdrop for the NDR2 Papenburg Festival on 2 and 3 September of 2022. Until the conveyance, the interior work on board was continued and further technical tests have been carried out.
Arvia measures over 180,000GT, is 344.5m long, 42m wide and identical in construction to her sister ship Iona, which was already delivered in 2020. After her completion, around 5,200 passengers will be able to go on board. Like Iona, Arvia will be powered by environmentally friendly liquefied natural gas (LNG). This ensures significantly lower emissions at sea, as neither sulphur oxides nor soot particles are released. This is currently the cleanest form of propulsion in shipping. Another highlight for the passengers on board is the atrium, which is glazed over three decks and will o er a unique view of the sights and cities visited.
After the undocking of Arvia, the floating engine room module (FERU) for Carnival Jubilee, which will be delivered at the end of 2023, was manoeuvred into the then free building dock II. The front part
of the cruise ship has already been built there in block construction in the months before the float out. The FERU was built at Neptun Werft in Rostock and was transferred to Papenburg.
On 15 December 2022, Meyer Werft handed over Arvia to the British shipping company P&O Cruises. “The current tense global situation, with supply bottlenecks and material shortages poses challenges for the construction of such complex cruise ships. But thanks to the team’s performance we were able to overcome these hurdles and today once again hand over a ship that meets the high Meyer-standards. For this, I would like to thank all those involved for their great commitment”, says Managing Director of Meyer Werft Jan Meyer.
In addition to reducing CO2-emissions, because Arvia is powered by environmentally friendly LNG, emissions of nitrogen oxides and particulate matter can be almost completely eliminated, and sulphur oxides completely avoided. All cruise ships in Meyer Werft’s current order book feature this low-emission propulsion system.
“The two project teams from the shipyard and the shipping company, the many suppliers, as well as the classification society have done an excellent job under extremely di cult conditions.”
KimOlin – Project Manager of Arvia. On 15 December 2022, Jan Meyer (right), CEO of Meyer Werft, handed over Arvia to Paul Ludlow (left), President of P&O Cruises.
The ship has 2,659 cabins and o ers guests an extensive sports and entertainment programme. A crowd puller will be the SkyDome, an entertainment area with a pool whose glass dome can be opened for the planned warmer cruising areas. There are 84 glass panes per element that can be opened – an architectural highlight.
Another first for the line is 6th Street Diner with retro seating, atmospheric lighting and juke box and serving allAmerican flavours including speciality fried chicken and wa es with bourbon mascarpone. The Olive Grove is an Informal restaurant situated mid-aft on Deck 8 (Promenade Deck) on the opposite side from The Quays. O ering a feast of delicate spices, harmonious flavours and evocative aromas, little wonder Sindhu is a firm foodie favourite.
“The two project teams from the shipyard and the shipping company, the many suppliers as well as the classification society have done an excellent job under extremely di cult conditions”, says Kim Olin, Project Manager of Arvia.
Arvia arrived in Southampton in preparation for her inaugural sailing on 18 December 2022. The vessel was greeted with appropriate fanfare to mark the auspicious occasion, bringing new and elevated cruising to the European market before the ship headed to the Caribbean for the winter season.
“It was a truly remarkable moment as, after the years of design and build, Arvia arrived at Southampton ahead of the maiden voyage and then departure for the Caribbean season”, says Paul Ludlow, P&O Cruises president.
Arvia will o er a wide assortment of sailings, beginning with her two-week inaugural cruise which departed on 23 December 2022. After that, she departed on a 15-night transatlantic crossing from Southampton to Bridgetown, Barbados, which was one of the ship’s winter homeports
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“The current tense global situation, with supply bottlenecks and material shortages poses challenges for the construction of such complex cruise ships. But thanks to the team’s performance we were able to overcome these hurdles and today once again hand over a ship that meets the high Meyer-standards.“
Jan Meyer – Managing Director of Meyer Werft.Arvia will be powered by environmentally friendly liquefied natural gas (LNG).
On 19 December 2022, Ingeteam’s cutting-edge technology enabled the immensity of the ocean floor to be observed close-up in a more sustainable fashion, thanks to the electrical equipment that the company is to supply to the Spanish Oceanographic Institute for Odón de Buen, which is to be Spain’s largest marine research vessel.
This highly specialised equipment features the latest technology in green propulsion, which will enable Odón de Buen (named after the founder of the Spanish Oceanographic Institute) to run in complete silence. This is essential for ocean observation and working with scientific echo-sounders. The vessel also has low CO2 emissions to minimise its impact on and disturbance of marine organisms. Ingeteam is currently manufacturing the
electric motors and power converters for the vessel’s main and tunnel drive propulsion units. In all, this means six motors and six power converters with di erent ratings, enabling gas emissions into the atmosphere to be reduced. The company is also to supply the propulsion control system for the vessel, which is designed to increase the e ciency of the main and auxiliary propulsion units.
The technological solutions developed by Ingeteam for this vessel will help to make it possible for the first time to study marine ecosystems, habitats and the ocean floor anywhere in the world, including the areas around the poles, at depths in excess of 6,000m. The vessel is to be 85m long and 18m in width, with a range of 50 days. There will be room on board for a 500m2 laboratory. Its cost is
close to EUR 85 million, and construction is under way at the Astilleros Armón shipyard in Vigo. The vessel is to come into service in 2025, in a further landmark in the solid links between the two companies as they seek to lead the worldwide oceanographic market. Odon de Buen will have a clearly global, multi-purpose remit. It will enable projects to be diversified in areas such as marine biology, geology and fishing, to name but a few.
Ingeteam is thus confirming the leading position that it has held for almost ten years in the design and development of innovative technological solutions for handling scientific instruments for detecting marine organisms, and in implementing silent running technologies for oceanographic vessels. The company is a pioneer in this field. It
At international level, Ingeteam has participated in projects such as the Norwegian vessel Dr Fridtjof Nansen, which features an electrical propulsion system that is considerably more e cient than conventional diesel units.
has become one of the main suppliers of components for the oceanographic vessels of the Spanish Oceanographic Institute. These components, which the Basque firm makes for low-noise motors, are fundamental in such vessels, as they emit the lowest possible level of vibrations so as to comply with specific regulations in the field and assure the preservation of the marine environment and ecosystem.
Ingeteam’s recent contributions to the field of marine research include a sophisticated refit of the power converters and propulsion units of Vizconde de Eza, a long-distance
vesselwith a track record of over 100 campaigns. The company also fitted a dynamic positioning system that enables the vessel to hold its position and thus take more precise observations even in poor weather.
At international level, Ingeteam has participated in projects such as the Norwegian vessel Dr Fridtjof Nansen, which features an electrical propulsion system that is considerably more e cient than conventional diesel units. It is also highly reliable, as each electro motor is powered by its own converter and the layout of equipment is flexible,
which facilitates maintenance and minimises environmental impact. In short, the idea is to place cuttingedge technology at the service of the scientific community so that scientists can see (and hear) more and further, and thus continue making discoveries in the inexhaustible biodiversity that can be found in the depths of the seas and oceans around the world.
Ingeteam consists of a team of more than 4,000 people present in 24 countries, convinced that there is a di erent way to generate, transport, store, and consume energy more e ciently and sustainably, on which they will be focussing all their e orts in the coming years. The energy transition is no longer the future, it is our present, and to meet this challenge, the company has created ‘The Real Dream Team’ movement, comprised of heroes and heroines who share their dream of a world with clean energy production. The company wants to achieve this by electrifying society innovatively and sustainable using their specialist cutting-edge electrical energy conversion technology, and their more than 80 years of experience in providing creative solutions to specific problems. Ingeteam aims to consolidate its position as a leader in renewable generation (wind, solar, and hydroelectric), storage, the intelligent transport network, and the e cient and clean consumption of electrical energy via their electric vehicle chargers, converters, and motors for railway, marine, steel, water and for the production of green hydrogen and submersible pump and motors for water.
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The technological solutions developed by Ingeteam for this vessel will help to make it possible for the first time to study marine ecosystems, habitats, and the ocean floor anywhere inthe world, including the areas around the poles, at depths inexcess of 6,000m.The Board of Ingeteam. Odón de Buen is to be Spain’s largest marine research vessel.
Under the headline ‘Boating for everyone’, Volvo Penta used this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in LasVegas to imagine a brave new world for exploring and experiencing life on the water built around accessibility for all.
Volvo Penta joined the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) live for the first time in 2023 and premiering a future-focused universe, where it presented ground-breaking thinking around a potential new leisure boating experience. This future boating experience will be more open and accessible than ever, designed to heighten people’s emotional connection with the water and simultaneously
advance sustainability. Through an immersive and visionary exhibit, CES visitors were able to get an exclusive look at how the company imagines the boating experience of tomorrow.
Innovation is embedded in the DNA of Volvo Penta and the company has harnessed this with fast-moving technological advances to create a
potential vision for the future that goes way beyond anything previously seen in the marine segment.
The concept is the result of imaginative brainpower from a team at Volvo Penta comprising strategists, business development leaders, digital and service experts, as well as technology designers and engineers, all working in collaboration with colleagues from across the wider Volvo Group.
Johan Inden, President of Volvo Penta’s global marine business, says CES 2023 is the perfect environment to showcase the company’s look to the future. “To re-imagine boating and elevate it, we must remove all conventional boundaries and completely reframe what it is. We want to challenge current thinking and be challenged ourselves. Our concept is designed to spark a dialogue, and we look forward to discussing it at CES. How can we make boating more accessible – to anyone who wants to enjoy it? How can we build a boating universe with unlimited ways to explore and enjoy our waters, while at the same time protecting them? These are exciting questions and we’re at the start of our journey to lead the
discussion together with our customers and partners.”
To open the world of boating to a much wider audience, it must become easier. From selecting the boating experience to greater on-board assistance, there are substantial opportunities to change and simplify the ways things are done, built around an easier customer experience with wider appeal.
In the future, Volvo Penta believes that how and why people boat will change, with a more human-centric approach elevating the experience and new technology and business models making it more accessible. Individually tailored experiences o er stronger emotional connections and greater scope for reaching new levels of enjoyment. As part of this, the new customer experience must embrace less experienced boaters and new entrants.
“To re-imagine boating and elevate it, we must remove all conventional boundaries and completely reframe what it is.”
For both first-time boaters and highly skilled enthusiasts, there is a need to create a more personalised experience.
Sustainability will be essential for boating to evolve. Under a call-to-action to move ‘beyond the boat’, Volvo Penta imagines a future on water that can help protect life above and below the surface, as well as giving leisure boaters more sustainable enjoyment. Technology evolution will be a key enabler in bringing Volvo Penta’s ‘Boating for everyone’ concept to life. Here are some highlights:
Boating as a Service could provide a completely new way of enjoying the water, making it easy to access personalised, on-board experiences, so users can choose their own adventure. Boating today requires planning, but Volvo Penta imagines a subscriptionbased, on-demand single-source platform/experience that can re-shape that, way beyond anything today’s boat clubs or shared ownership models o er.
One of the most ground-breaking examples of innovative concepts is what the company calls Volvo Penta Island. This idea to extend the experience beyond the boat is visualised through a floating, independent structure. It begs the question: what if self-sustaining, floating, man-made o shore islands could serve as a platform to take care of the future customer experience?
Above sea level, the islands could o er charging services for electric boats, to help accelerate the transition to electric solutions at sea. They could also act as a boating community hub with facilities such as restaurants, service and support, concierge services and more. These centralised gathering points could allow boaters to relax and explore, while also delivering peace of mind.
Each island could come with its own independent energy production capabilities, harnessing sun, wind and wave power. And they would be mobile too, with the ability to position themselves within easy range of boaters in need of a recharge.
Below sea-level, Volvo Penta Islands
could play a powerful role, supporting the company’s desire to push sustainability beyond the boat. For example, hosting an underwater mussel farm which could act as a refuge point for local marine life.
For Volvo Penta, AI and automation are key enablers in delivering boating for everyone. First-time boaters (or those with experience, who simply prefer to enjoy the on-water experience instead of driving) could choose high-level automation. This could be activated at the start of the experience – for example, having the boat automatically deliver itself to the customer meeting point at the marina and then navigating itself out to open water. Through AI, the user could learn about driving gradually. This would ensure peace of mind, but also increase boating competence and confidence steadily. AI could also be integral to delivering more personalised experiences: understanding user preferences and o ering recommendations around experiences, sports, destinations and more.
In addition to imagining a future where electrically powered boats can be recharged on Volvo Penta Islands, the company is also presenting two more exciting concepts.
In addition to imagining a future where electrically powered boats can be recharged on Volvo Penta Islands, the company is also presenting two more exciting concepts.
The first is vessel-to-vessel energy sharing. Imagine if a community of boats in close proximity could redistribute energy according to needs? This could be done through automatic monitoring of energy levels and predictive knowledge of the next step in the boat’s journey. Each boat could then automatically ensure it has su cient charge to reach its next destination.
The second concept involves recharging from mobile, autonomous submersible pods. Nicknamed ‘Stingray’ these pods could carry charge to docked vessels and automatically connect and recharge as needed, without user input. The vessel might simply reach an overnight anchor point, settle for the evening, then the user wakes up to a fully-charged battery.
Harnessing cloud-based infrastructure it could be easier than ever to meet with friends and like-minded boaters both online and on-water. Digital anchoring could enable boats to meet out in the open water and allow gatherers to socialise and share services (while also sharing energy, vessel-to-vessel).
There’s the possibility to evolve the experience further while out on the water, with new features and services downloadable on-demand. Similarly, this technology infrastructure could be used to deliver help and assistance. That might be remote driving assistance or concierge-level guidance – for example, harnessing on-board AI to re-route the
vessel around troubling weather conditions.
Travel data from individual boats could also be gathered from surroundings and analysed, generating recommendations based on a user’s profile and current conditions. Volvo Penta believes this kind of functionality has the potential to truly make Boating for everyone.
The holistic focus on sustainability that Volvo Penta imagines in tomorrow’s boating incorporates multiple facets. One of the intriguing proposals it has is
for wildlife protection technology. Here, connected vessels send signals to each other when vulnerable sea life is nearby, such as whales and dolphins. Such technology could automatically alert vessels to slow down to boost protection or avoid the area entirely.
Alongside this, Volvo Penta also believes we will see new behaviors in boaters, with many opting to enjoy the lowspeed, near-silent cruising that electric boats can deliver. This would also be less intrusive and disruptive to marine life.
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The floating out ceremony of Brilliant Lady, the last of four ships which Virgin Voyages, new cruise operator and brand of Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Group, ordered to Fincantieri, took place on 25 November 2022 at the Sestri Ponente shipyard in Genoa.
Brilliant Lady, as well as her sisterships Scarlet Lady, Valiant Lady, and Resilient Lady, weigh about 110,000gt, are 278m long and 38m wide. They all feature over 1,400 guest cabins designed to host more than 2,770 passengers, accompanied by 1,160 crew members on board to deliver the famed Virgin service. The quality of life on board is guaranteed by the ‘comfort class’ certification, testifying minimum levels of noise and vibration, as well as by an extensive use of home automation. Thanks to this, by installing an app on their smartphones, guests are able to manage a wide range of cabin functions (air conditioning, lightening, opening and closing of blinds, music, and television).
This class of ships stands out for the design, as well as for the particular attention paid to energy recovery, featuring cutting-edge alternative technologies that reduce the ship’s overall environmental impact. For example, the ships are equipped with an energy production system of approximately 1MW, which uses the diesel engine’s waste heat. In addition to a scrubber system, that is a device for the sustainable waste management of sulphur dioxides, the units are also fitted with a catalytic converter which reduces emissions of nitrogen oxides. They are entirely equipped with led lights to reduce energy consumption, while the hydrodynamic design of the hull provides excellent performance with consequent fuel saving.
The third lady-ship for Virgin Voyages, Resilient Lady, has reached an important milestone in her build period in April of 2022 as she completed her sea trials, sailing out of Genoa, Italy. During the trials, the builders tested everything from safety systems to top speed and manoeuvrability.
Sea trials are one of the last steps a shipbuilder needs to complete before the vessel can be handed over to its owner. As she set sail from the Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa, Resilient
All three Virgin Voyages vessels have proven incredibly popular amongst experienced cruisersand those that have never set foot on board acruise ship.
Lady showed her true potential on her final sea trial.
The onboard teams with the shipyard generally inspect every area of the ship before sea trials, while the time at sea is used to make sure the vessel complies with the aspects agreed in the contract. A critical part of that is the speed trial.
In a press release, a spokesperson for the cruise company says, “We wanted to share that our third lady ship, Resilient Lady, has successfully completed her final sea trial, returning safely to Sestri Shipyard in Genoa, Italy. During the speed trial, she reached an impressive speed of 23 knots (42.6km/h).” Other aspects checked during the sea trials are her safety systems, automation, power generation, and propulsion systems.
Resilient Lady’s maiden voyage started on 14 August 2022. She sailed from Piraeus on a cruise to the Greek Islands, with calls to Santorini Rhodes, Crete, and Mykonos before returning to Piraeus. Other trips include an Adriatic and Greek Gems voyage that calls in Dubrovnik, Kotor, Corfu, and Argostoli, before returning to Piraeus.
On 1 November, Resilient Lady started a transatlantic voyage from Lisbon to her new homeport, San Juan, Puerto Rico. On the way, the ship will call in Funchal, Gran Canaria, and Tenerife
From San Juan, Resilient Lady explored the Southern and Eastern Caribbean with calls to Barbados, Tortola, Aruba, Curacao, and much more.
All three Virgin Voyages vessels have proven incredibly popular amongst experienced cruisers and those that have never set foot on board a cruise ship. As the CDC let go of its cruise travel advice, Virgin Voyages saw booking sky-rocket as it recorded its strongest single day of bookings. All the Ladies will feature unique restaurants with Michelin-star chef-curated menus. Inclusive meals will feature experimental cuisine, without dedicated dining times or crowded bu ets. Meanwhile, the ship will serve sustainably sourced food, made fresh to order.
Free Wi-Fi is available on all Virgin Voyages’ ships so that guests can keep in touch with friends and loved ones while exploring the world. Guests can also keep fit on their cruise with all the fitness equipment and group workouts, including yoga and boxing. There is a wellness area, a casino, beautiful cabins and suites, amazing deck spaces, and plenty of themed decks and spaces for passengers to do exactly what they love.
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At the end of 2022, the largest US-flagged, self-propelled trailing suction hopper dredger (THSD) Frederick Paup has been propelled by three Schottel RudderPropellers manufactured at the German Wismar production site. A look inside the assembly shop gives an idea of the special dimensions of these thrusters.
The three Schottel RudderPropellers type 510 L FP are powered by diesel-electric drives and feature propeller diameters of 2.8m and a power intake of 2,240kW each. A particularly long propeller arm length allows for an arrangement at the stern in portside, centre and starboard position with
convenient access for future maintenance.
The 360-degree-steerable SRPs will enable the Frederick Paup to always benefit from maximum manoeuvrability, outstanding course stability during free sailing, and powerful thrust in the chosen direction.
Besides the nozzles featuring enhanced corrosion protection with ProAnode, the RudderPropellers will be equipped with the DNV-GL type-approved Schottel LeaCon sealing system. Considered a non-oil-to-water interface, the system complies with the VGP regulations of the
The dredger will be owned and operated by Manson Construction and is currently under construction at the Keppel AmFELSShipyard in Brownsville, Texas. It will be 128m in length, have a 25m breadth and about 9m draught and will have a hopper volume of 11,500m3. The vessel will represent Manson’s single biggest investment in its 117-year history.
The vessel is scheduled to enter operation in 2023 and will support the US Army Corps of Engineers in maintaining marine transportation highways primarily along the Gulf Coast and Atlantic Coast, as well as throughout the country.
A steel cutting ceremony for Frederick Paup had already taken place in April of 2021. While Project Manager Jordan Brown used a torch to cut the steel tab on the ceremonial plaque, Manson VP and Equipment Manager Brad Martin pressed the start button on the Plasma Cutter with Keppel AmFELS President, Mohamed Sahlan Bin Salleh.
MacGregor, part of Cargotec, delivered two 36.6m double telescopic service cranes and one 15.24m telescopic stores crane for the vessel. The cranes were built at MacGregor’s facility in Seattle, Washington, and were planned to be delivered to the shipyard by the end of 2021, with commissioning and testing during 2022 prior to delivery of the dredger in spring 2023.
The larger service cranes are double telescopic cranes with a size of 24.4m length when stored and extend out to 36.6m. The Safe Working Load (SWL) for these cranes will be circa 1,769kg at 36.6m and 4,899kg at minimum reach. The aft stores crane is a single telescopic crane with a size of 9.75m length when stored that extends out to 15.24m. This versatile model has been installed on a diverse range of vessels in recent years, including a number of fishing vessels in the US Pacific Northwest. MacGregor worked with Manson and the designer, Hockema Group of Seattle, during the earlier design stage of the project to provide crane models that fit their requirements and ensure the highest quality.
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The cranes will be built at MacGregor’s facility in Seattle, Washington, and were planned to be delivered to the shipyard by the end of 2021, with commissioning and testing during 2022 prior to delivery of the dredge in spring 2023.A steel cutting ceremony for Frederick Paup had already taken place in April of 2021. Photo courtesy of Manson. The largest US-flagged THSD, Frederick Paup, will be propelled by three Schottel RudderPropellers. THSD Frederick Paup.
At the end of 2022, the team of Thecla Bodewes Shipyards was pleased to announce the o cial delivery and handing over of MV Vertom Patty to the Vertom Group.
MV Vertom Patty is the first in a series of six 7,000dwt dieselelectric multipurpose dry cargo vessels to be built by the Dutch yard. The newbuild vessels are ordered by the Vertom Group, one of the leading short sea shipping operators within Europe. The o cial delivery of the vessel took place at the Thecla Bodewes Shipyards facility in Harlingen.
Vertom Patty was successfully launched at the shipyard on Friday 23 September 2022. To emphasise the importance of the launch, this first vessel in the series of no fewer than six, was festively christened by Mrs Patty Pols, the wife of the late Mr Pols, founder of Vertom. The vessel was commissioned in Kampen in the weeks after the launch.
A series of sea trials conducted in the
North Sea proved that the vessel is capable of exceeding her contract specifications. The sophisticated and modular designed diesel-electric propulsion system is a further example of the shipyard’s focus on delivering future proof sustainable vessels by using innovative solutions. With her innovative hull design and diesel-electric propulsion system, there is no doubt
that MV Vertom Patty will turn heads wherever she goes.
“MV Vertom Patty is a great addition to our fleet”, says Arjan de Jong, CEO of Vertom Group. “Her size and volume in combination with her extremely low fuel consumption numbers perfectly match
Thecla Bodewes Shipyards is a familyowned business in the seventh generation with combined experience in shipbuilding of over 300 years. The shipyard’s focus lies with delivering future proof green vessels using innovative sustainable solutions to decrease pollution and strive for zero emission. With the portfolio of over 200realised vessels of which 20 dieselelectric, LNG-electric and hydrogenelectric, and over fifteen years’ experience with Diesel-Electric Propulsion Systems, the shipyard has demonstrable capability to deliver the vessels in time and to the highest standards, for the benefit of greenconscientious customers world-wide. Thecla Bodewes Shipyards builds shallow draft pushers, fuel e cient multipurpose vessels and state-of-the-art dredgers.
Vertom Group is an experienced and reliable partner focused on professional maritime services and support concerning sea-transport. In the past 45 years, Vertom Group has built a strong track record in the short sea shipping market. Their extensive international network enables them to provide tailor-made shipping solutions that match the specific needs of their clients. Vertom o ers solutions for all maritime services, including port agencies and liner services. They continuously follow new market developments and apply the latest technologies to anticipate the changing needs of their clients. Vertom Group currently operates a modern fleet of around 100 vessels in the range 1,500 to 10,000DWT.
our company targets to reduce carbon intensity by 40% by 2030. After the successful sea trials, we are glad to see she is ready for her maiden voyage.”
“This is a big step, and a proud day, for us”, comments Thecla Bodewes, CEO of Thecla Bodewes Shipyards. “The combination of partners that came together to construct these high specification vessels, designed to trade safely and e ciently in the challenging short-sea shipping market conditions, is truly remarkable. Our ships are ready for the energy transition and demonstrate again that Dutch technology is leading the world.”
Along with its 118.83m length over all, a beam of 14.30m and a 6.23m draught, these 7,000dwt vessels are especially developed to Vertom Group’s requirements for providing tailor-made shipping solutions for their clients. The completely box-shaped cargo holds ensure optimal loading flexibility and maximum cargo intake. The detailed engineering is performed by Thecla Bodewes Shipyards, in close collaboration with Groot Ship Design. The CFD optimisation of the hull design was performed for a fuel-e cient speedpower performance, powered by a
“Our ships are ready for the energy transition and demonstrate again that Dutch technology is leading the world.”Thecla Bodewes – CEO of Thecla Bodewes Shipyards. MV Vertom Patty was launched in September 2022
future proof modular electric propulsion system. This system distributes the vessel’s energy load more e ciently, by using several smaller engines that adjust to the current sailing profile for the most e cient combustion. This hybrid concept is designed to be ready for future developments, by means of the ability to make the vessel’s propulsion methanol-electric or hydrogen-electric.
Keel laying ceremonies of both hull number 359 and hull number 360 took place last September. All six vessels are
being developed and constructed at the Thecla Bodewes Shipyards facility in Kampen, the Netherlands, in collaboration with experienced Dutch suppliers and subcontractors. Further deliveries are scheduled from 2023 to 2025.
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Groot Ship Design is a design andengineering company with a hands-on mentality typical for the Dutch shipbuilding industry. With references in projects executed all over the world, the company has extensive experience in naval architecture and engineering. Working together with owners and shipyards on challenging projects is daily business for the naval architects and engineers of GrootShip Design.
Nowadays, we have all gotten used to the IMO tier 3 and Euro Stage V standards. These standards, which were called into life to improve our environment, represent the emissions that combustion engines are allowed to have.
The great news is that ADS van STIGT also wants to reduce emissions and meet the requirements for a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. The maritime industry is working hard to reduce emissions; transport by water is a favourable mobility but it is also a large consumer. This means that we will have to handle our energy consumption in a smart way, in every industry.
We have optimisation of the hull design, smart rudders, folding tunnels, you name it. But there is also room for
improvement in propulsion methods and we see a shift from a diesel direct drive to hybrid, but also the optimisation of energy consumption on board. By optimising a ship’s hull and supporting wind power, less power is needed for propulsion and a small combustion engine with the addition of an electric motor will su ce. A hybrid gearbox is a wonderful solution here; sailing on a small generator set whenever possible and preparing for a future driven by renewable energy, while still being able to continue with reliable proven technology. Often, 2/3 of the power is su cient for
most of the journey and 1/3 is suitable for entering ports or locks and for those times when it is really needed, 100% is available in boost mode. At ADS van STIGT, they see beforementioned as an intermediate solution; thinking about how it is possible and what is needed provides a lot of insight and o ers either a net saving or a suitable solution. If we want to go even further and fully prepare for the future with renewable energy,
a PTIgearbox still seems an excellent solution, as the combustion engine will use other fuels and may need support from an electric motor powered by a fuel cell or battery pack through the PTI.
It is also an option to switch to a 100% electric drive. An electric motor is mounted directly on the thruster, whereby an e ciency improvement is achieved due to the elimination of the upper gearbox; this is called an L-drive. A compact electric motor provides many advantages for the ship designer. In the coming years, we will also have a greater need for ships with various DPnotations. With an electrically driven thruster, the DP plot can be carried out well and, under favourable conditions, emissions can also be greatly reduced. In addition to the thruster, many ships will continue to sail with a conventional powertrain in which the reversing gearbox is replaced by a non-clutchable reduction gearbox. The advantage of this solution is that the propeller thrust is absorbed and the reduction will make it easier to choose an electric motor; e ciency is improved by increasing the size of the propeller diameter and >>
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thus reducing to the optimum propeller speed. The total weight will also be more favourable, which will have a direct positive e ect on the ship design; less weight also ultimately means less emissions per ton/km.
For shallow water work vessels, the draught is a big thing, so weight savings and/or the positioning of heavy components around the centre of gravity of the vessel is the solution.
By using carbon reinforced shafts, limited weight is added, less intermediate bearings are needed, and torsional and misalignment challenges are solved as well.
In addition to the mechanical drive, ADS van STIGT is currently working on an enhanced service by o ering full electric systems together with its sister company Verhoef EMC, who is a system integrator and has over half a century of experience on board of all kinds of vessels.
ADS van STIGT was founded in 1970 with the main activity in transmissions and gearboxes for maritime and industrial applications. This is still the main source of ADS van STIGT’s activities. A significant number of other products have been
added to the range, such as planetary gearboxes, pump drives, control systems, monitoring systems, controllable pitch propellers, thruster systems, carbon fibre shafts, dampers, elastic couplings and sensors. ADS van STIGT’s expertise ranges from pleasure to mega yachts, and from fishery to commercial shipping, o shore, and dredging. A well-equipped service team is supporting the sales activities worldwide.
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Two state-of-the-art submarines for the Republic of Singapore were launched in a festive ceremony at the ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems shipyard in Kiel on 13 December 2022.
Among the 350 guests invited to the event were German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen, and other high-ranking representatives of Germany and Singapore. Lady Sponsor of both vessels was Ms Ho Ching, wife of the Prime Minister. At the push of a button, she launched both vessels simultaneously, giving them the sonorous names Impeccable and Illustrious.
“We can be proud that German companies like ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems are leaders in the construction of submarines”, Chancellor Scholz
explains in his speech. “Each of these submarines is a one-o with a lot of manual work and maximum precision. That is a clear signal. And I am therefore also extremely pleased that ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems will expand its production in Germany and will also start production at the Wismar site from 2024.”
Prime Minister Lee states, “Our collaboration on this strategic capability underscores the depth of partnership and the trust between our navies and our defence industries. I am confident
that the relationship between Germany and Singapore will grow from strength to strength, and I look forward to more meaningful interactions between our militaries.”
“The partnership with Singapore is of strategic importance for Germany and ThyssenKrupp”, says CEO Oliver Burkhard. “The vessels launched today belong to a new, state-of-the-art generation of submarines that is truly unrivalled in the world. The technologies being applied are world-leading. This is also only possible thanks to the longstanding, trusting and successful cooperation with the Republic of Singapore.”
Impeccable and Illustrious are the second and third vessels in a series of four Type 218SG submarines ordered by the Republic of Singapore Navy. The first submarine in the series of four was
launched in February of 2019 and named Invincible.
They are among the most modern diesel-electric submarines in the world and feature numerous customised solutions and new technologies. They are designed with a low acoustic signature. The external air-independent propulsion system allows the vessels to remain under water for a longer duration. With a length of approximately 70m and a displacement of around 2,000t, they are currently the largest submarines ever built at ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems. After conducting further intensive trials, Impeccable and Illustrious have been handed over in 2023. A fourth submarine – Inimitable – remains under construction.
Following the double naming ceremony, ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems and Singapore-based ST Engineering signed a teaming agreement. It formalises and strengthens the long-term cooperation between the two companies. The agreement covers both warranty services as well as in-service support for the four Invincible-class submarines, ensuring that they are well maintained in Singapore during their operational lifetimes.
Designed for operations in Singapore’s shallow and busy tropical waters, the Invincible-class submarine features an X-shaped stern rudder for more precise manoeuvres, and propulsion systems based on fuel cell technology. This allows it to stay submerged for about 50% longer than the Archer-class submarines.
The 70m-long submarine also has a higher payload of eight torpedo tubes and can travel at a surface speed of more than 10kn – about 19km/h – or more than 15kn when submerged. Each vessel is manned by a crew of 28 and built with customised operator consoles to suit the smaller frames of RSN personnel.
All crew members also have their own beds to sleep in, as opposed to the ‘hot bunking’ practice of having those on di erent watches share the same bed. There will also be spare beds to accommodate additional personnel. Each bunk will have a media
“Each of these submarines is a one-o with a lot of manual work and maximum precision. That is a clear signal. And I am therefore also extremely pleased that ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems will expand its production in Germany and will also start production at the Wismar site from 2024.”
entertainment system similar to those found on commercial planes. Unlike the current Archer-class and Challenger-class submarines, which require crew to go through common spaces to get to the showers, the Invincible-class submarines include ensuite facilities to ensure privacy for future female submariners on board.
A training suite for crew members of the new Invincible-class submarines will also be operationalised by 2024. It will help hone team combat competencies and let the crew practise steering and diving procedures among others. A virtual procedural trainer is also part of the suite.
“What we have, essentially, is a digital twin of the submarine right next to
actual training of procedures, operations as well as the maintenance of systems”, says Commander of the 7th Flotilla, Colonel (COL) Fong Chi Onn. “This trainer provides the actual physical and tactile hands-on opportunities for critical platform training in a safe environment ashore, without having to go on board.”
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ROG Ship Repair facilities in Rotterdam are suited to cater to every need. With open sea access, the yard is easily reachable for any size of ship: whether it is a seagoing or o shore vessel, including jack-up vessels. Let’s take a look at one of the recent projects completed by the ROG team.
ROG Ship Repair has been able to complete many great projects in the past year.
One of these projects was a bulbous bow repair on buoys.
At the end of November 2022, a vessel belonging to of one of ROG’s customers left the harbour after a maintenance job to await its next voyage at the anchorage. While at anchorage, another ship was drifting, which made a collision inevitable.
With great force, the ship was hit on the bulbous bow and at the side, which resulted in a considerable damage. The ship owner immediately called ROG Ship Repair to make preparations to repair the
damage. The challenge with this repair was that the ship had to be repaired on buoys, because a repair quay was not available at the time. With the help of the drawings, the company was able to prefabricate the plates for the bulbous bow and the hull damage. Pontoons with sca olding on them were moored around the damage and the ROG team started to cut out the damaged areas and apply the new steel. All this was made possible without having to go into drydock.
As ROG specialises in afloat repairs, the ship was back in service in no time. The work was delivered on schedule to the satisfaction of the client.
With the right equipment for each job, scheduled and unscheduled ship repair and maintenance are critical elements within the ROG business process.
With the right equipment for each job, scheduled and unscheduled ship repair and maintenance are critical elements within the ROG business process. Customers can rely on the knowledge, craftsmanship and fully equipped facilities of ROG 24/7, both dockside and onsite. Listening to and processing the customer’s needs are therefore the most important aspects of their initial work. The seamless operation between their sales and engineering departments ensures a solution that completely answers all customer needs in every situation. From ship repair, maintenance, and conversion of seagoing, o shore and jack-up vessels to (de)mobilisation solutions for o shore installation vessels, barges, and platforms.
From the shipyard, both Rotterdam city centre and the airport are a fifteenminute drive. During the maintenance activities, ROG takes care of the ship and crew by accommodating the vessels at their facilities and by having the right equipment and knowledge to keep downtime to a minimum.
i. rotterdamoffshore.com“Other solutions and concepts have been studied, but most result in larger vessel dimensions and more complex handling operations when the vessel is o shore. The VERticale setup results in a balanced solution for installing future wind farms”.
The growth potential for o shore wind energy and the race towards netzero emissions are major accelerators when it comes to the installation of renewable energy sources. Wind turbines are constantly evolving, and capacities of over 15MW are likely to be no exception within just five years.
But when wind turbines and capacities are continuously growing, the capacity of current foundation installation vessels may be a limiting factor in the near future. Responding to the demand for larger capacities, Vuyk Engineering Rotterdam presents the new foundation installation vessel (FIV) ‘VERticale’.
“VERticale is developed for an optimised deck layout”, states Kuno van den Berg, Department Manager Operational Engineering at Vuyk Engineering Rotterdam. “The location of the o shore crane, motion compensated gripper, and position of monopiles are all finetuned for e ciency. Compared to other vessels
and concepts for future foundation installation, VERticale aims for a minimum number of o shore handling operations. Not only loading and sea fastening is done in a controlled port environment, also upending. This results in less motion sensitive operations o shore and therefore lower risk and increased weather window for the actual monopile installation. Thus, operating expenses (OPEX) are reduced”. The transport layout with vertical positioned monopiles results in a relatively compact vessel of 218m x 70m. For monopile or jacket installation, VERticale is outfitted with a 5,000t o shore crane with su cient lifting height and overturning moment capacity.
Compared to other vessels and concepts for future foundation installation, VERticale aims for a minimum number of offshore handling operations.
“The challenge was to find a balance between vessel capabilities for installing future wind turbine generator foundations, with a clear focus on capital expenditure (CAPEX) minimisation combined with the same or lower OPEX”, explains Nicky Mayenburg, Technical Sales Manager. “Other solutions and concepts have been studied, but most result in larger vessel dimensions and more complex handling operations when the vessel is o shore. The VERticale setup results in abalanced solution for installing future wind farms”.
According to Vuyk Engineering Rotterdam, the VERticale concept and their vision for the future of o shore wind come from continuous evolving experience in o shore wind installation and combines proven technology with mind-blowing simplicity. Vuyk Engineering Rotterdam provides integrated design and engineering packages for leading shipbuilders and
maritime players around the globe. They are mostly known for high-tech performance and tailor-made vessel designs and conversions, as well as equipment design and operational engineering. The combined expertise in these areas enable them to fully
understand maritime operations and requirements. VERticale is a simple, safe, and e cient installation tool for the o shore wind market.
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Resignation
The Supervisory Board of Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems noted with regret that Dr Luis Alejandro Orellano has resigned from his position as member of the Management Board and Chief Operating O cer (COO) at the end of 31 January 2023 and will be leaving Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems. Dr Alejandro Orellano has worked for Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems since 2018. The Supervisory Board will decide on the replacement in due course.
Appointment at TMC Compressors
TMC Compressors (TMC), the worldwide supplier of compressed air systems for marine and o shore use, has appointed Jens Erik Tøstad to head up the company’s international sales function. Mr Tøstad joins TMC from Kaeser Kompressorer in Norway where he has held roles as both Sales Manager and Product Manager Marine. He also has experience from Wärtsilä Moss, where he was Sales Manager for nitrogen and inert gas systems.At TMC, Mr Tøstad will head up the company’s International Sales Team.
The shareholders of the shipyard, Rönner Group, and Gustav Zech Stiftung have appointed Friedrich Norden as the Managing Director of Lloyd Werft Bremerhaven. Mr Norden started his new role on 1 December 2022 and will act as Managing Director for the German shipyard together with Thorsten Rönner. Mr Norden was previously the Project Manager at Lloyd Werft and has spent his entire career with the shipyard. As a result of this, he has participated in the highs and lows of the company from the very beginning.
Alphatron Marine announces the appointment of their new CEO, Jun Nakazawa, who started e ective from 1January 2023. Mr Nakazawa has been the Managing Director of Alphatron Marine USA for the last two years and has also been a Board Member of Alphatron Marine Beheer since 2014. He started his career at the JRC headquarters in 1990 and was stationed three times overseas; Rio de Janeiro (1996 - 2001), Amsterdam (2006 - 2012) and Houston (2020 - 2022).
Miros Group has appointed a new CEO as the wave measurement experts target further growth in markets ranging from renewable energy through oil and gas to o shore operations and shipping. Marius
Five Aarset has joined Miros from ABB, succeeding Andreas Brekke who is taking on the role of CEO at the joint-venture Miros Mocean. With more than 25 years’ experience in digital and engineering-based roles, Mr Aarset’s appointment follows nearly half a decade of senior leadership experience. Mr Aarset climbed the ranks from operations management roles to vice-president of digital within the energy sector.
RoRo shipping specialist Wallenius Wilhelmsen has focused on interaction with its clients and become an integrated part of the customers supply chain. To that regard, the company has appointed Pia Synnerman as its new Chief Customer O cer, with e ect from 1 January 2023. Ms Synnerman joined the company in 2021 as Head of Sales to EMEA. She came from Ericsson where she has held various sales and commercial roles. She has extensive commercial experience transforming organisations to meet increasing demands, execute new strategies and improve performance.
Maritime and o shore system cyber risk management specialists, CyberOwl have appointed Ronald Spithout as a Strategic Advisor to the Board. Mr Spithout, a renowned influential figure in the maritime industry, joins CyberOwl in its next phase of growth. The business intends to scale up customer and market reach, strengthen its service model, and enhance its product and technology o ering.
Mr Spithout brings extensive experience and knowledge in the fields of commercial strategy, technology and digital innovation in the maritime industry
After eleven years at the helm of A.P. Møller – Mærsk, Søren Skou stepped down as CEO on 1 January, 2023. He will be succeeded byVincent Clerc,currently CEO of the company’s Ocean & Logistic business. Following the transition, the company’s executive board will consist of CEO Vincent Clerc, CFO Patrick Jany, Henriette Hallberg Thygesen, and Navneet Kapoor. “The board is pleased to announce Vincent Clerc as the new CEO of Maersk,” says Robert M. Uggla, Chairman of the Board of Directors.
profiling plant that gives AWS a decisive lead in experience, product range and customer service.
ADS van STIGT
Avelingen-West 30
4202 MS Gorinchem
The Netherlands
T +31 (0)183 650 000
E info@vanstigt.com
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Contact: Sander Snoek
ADS van STIGT was founded in 1970 with the main activity in transmissions and gearboxes for maritime and industrial applications. This is still an importent activity of ADS van STIGT, but a significant number of other products have been added to the range, such as planetary gearboxes, pump drives, control systems, monitoring systems, controllable pitch propellers, thruster systems, carbon fibre shafts, dampers, elastic couplings and sensors. ADS van STIGT’s expertise ranges from pleasure to mega yachts, and from fishery to commercial shipping, offshore, and dredging. A well-equipped service team is supporting the sales activities worldwide.
ADS van STIGT is competence centre for: Masson, Bonfiglioli, O&K, Plöger, Horn, Schaller, Katsa, Geislinger, Durst and ZF.
ART4 TECHNICAL SYSTEMS BV
Nieuwegracht 9-11
3763 LP Soest
The Netherlands
T +31 (0)35 582 2468
F +31 (0)35 642 4860
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Contact: Mr Paul Schraven
Art4 Technical Systems BV is an independent Dutch company. We design, build and deliver fully turnkey solutions for hydraulic and electrical systems for customers worldwide.
Our clients use the hydraulic and electrical systems for various end products such as:Mobile drives, transport conveyers, winch drivers, jack up platforms, cranes, both onshore and off shore, a-frames, special equipment, fairground attractions.The systems can be custom built to fit the specifications of the product they are used for.
Sasdijk 20
8281 BM Genemuiden
The Netherlands
P.O. Box 135
8280 AC Genemuiden
The Netherlands
T +31 (0)88-27 36 200
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Great challenges need sophisticated solutions, the work of a specialist.
Breman Machinery fabricates critical steel components with exceptional dimensions and extreme accuracy. This is the daily job of our craftsmen. Through our unique capabilities regarding machining, welding, conservation and assembling we serve our customers to make their ambitions reality.
and tests components including catalytic converters, particulate filters, selective catalytic reduction systems and related instrumentation.
The Emigreen Alfa Alfa burner assisted soot filter system has set the standard for others to beat. All Emigreen solutions are highly efficient, highly reliable and highly controllable, whether designed for an inland barge, shortsea carrier or luxury yacht.
Emigreen links science and the market
HEINEN & HOPMAN
Produktieweg 12
3751 LN Spakenburg
The Netherlands
T +31 (0)33 299 25 00
F +31 (0)33 299 25 99
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ANCOFERWALDRAM STEELPLATES BV
P.O. Box 190
4900 AD Oosterhout
The Netherlands
T +31 (0)162 491500
F +31 (0)162 429806
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Over 100,000 tons of quality heavy steel plates in stock
AncoferWaldram Steelplates B.V. (AWS) is a stockholding wholesaler and steel service center, specializing in the supply of hot-rolled heavy carbon steel (quarto) plates, and profiled parts for more than 40 years now. Over the years, AWS has developed into a business that sets the standard for its industry.
Plates from stock or profiled parts
The choice is yours! It is the combination of comprehensive stocks of over 100,000 tons of heavy carbon steel plates plus the sophisticated
BACHMANN ELECTRONIC GMBH
Office Veenendaal:
Vendelier 65-69
3905 PD Veenendaal
The Netherlands
T +31 (0)85 210 0550
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Contact: R. Epskamp
Bachmann hardware matches the harsh conditions in the maritime and offshore industry. We take pride of extremely high availability using stateof-the-art technologies.
Integration of AMS, PMS, CMS, etc. in a Redundant solution is realized with our modular and marine certified PLCbased product range.
The group of companies includes the CMS specialist Bachmann Monitoring and Certec EDV, the developers of the 1st fully web enabled SCADA software atvise®
The welders of high-quality steel are qualified by Lloyd’s Register or DNV for all welding positions. With 30 milling, boring and turning machines we have the possibility to offer unique services. Our preservation department can protect your projects. Our location is beside open water, we have a direct connection to the international ports. High quality is one of our most important standards!
Contact: J.W.E. Hopman
Heinen & Hopman Engineering is a world leader in air conditioning, mechanical ventilation,central heating, refrigeration, sanitary systems, fire protection, environmental systems and air duct cleaning. Founded in 1965, the company is renowned for being an innovator in the design, engineering and installation of customised solutions. We work in four specialist areas: –Superyachts.
–Commercial shipping. –Offshore industry. –Navy vessels.
EMIGREEN B.V.
Noordeinde 19
3341 LW Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht
The Netherlands
T +31 (0)184 415 317
F +31 (0)184 415 582
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I www.emigreen.eu
Contact: Niko J. Dalpis
Emission Control Technology
Emigreen produces customised, integrated emission control solutions, for, among others, the maritime sector. Emigreen also provides services including design, specification, production, installation instruction, training and aftersales. Emigreen has expertise in emission control technologies, flow dynamics, thermodynamics and noise and vibration control. Emigreen develops
Our mission is to ensure that the climate ‘indoors’ will perfectly meet the needs of people and products alike, whatever the weather outside. Heinen & Hopman offers a worldwide, 24/7 service via a network of subsidiaries and sales centres.
KLAY INSTRUMENTS B.V.
P.O. Box 13
7990 AA Dwingeloo
The Netherlands
T +31 (0)521 591 550
E info@klay.nl
I www.klay.nl
Klay Instruments is a Dutch manufacturer of ‘All Stainless Steel’ Pressure- and Level transmitters for the Marine & shipbuilding. All our transmitters are ATEX and IECEx Ex ia certified and have five different
Marine Type Approvals.
Our Pressure transmitters are available in threaded and Flanged process connections with flush diaphragm for all pressure applications. The available accuracies are 0.2% (series 8000) or 0.1% (series 2000).
For Level measurement we manufacture Compact transmitters (series 8000 and 2000) and submersible level transmitters (series Hydrobar).
Typical applications:
Ballast Level
–Oil / HFO and (waste) water level
–Manifold pressure
More than 30 years experience in the Marine and shipbuilding industry!
are capable of crankshaft grinding. Our service is 24/7 worldwide!
fitters and sorts of craftsmen. For more details please call us or view our website.
Am Altendeich 83
D-25348 Glueckstadt, Germany
T +49 4124 9168-0
F +49 4124 3716
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Contact: Mathias Pein
Noise reduction relies upon the quiet operation of a yacht´s propulsion system. Piening Propeller fulfils its briefs in:
MEN TECHNIEK BV
Caïrostraat 55
3047 BB Rotterdam, The Netherlands
T +31 (0)10 820 8717
E info@mentechniek.nl
I www.mentechniek.nl
Contact: Lucien Tuinfort
Safety, quality and innovative
entrepreneurship. Men Techniek BV is a company with a very broad field of activities. We are specialised in general repair on and offsite and have a lot of experience in welding, fire work and mechanical and electrical work. We can also offer a full NDT examination.
Consideration of all hydrodynamic aspects during the design and an accurate manufacturing of propellers and shafts according to highest ISO classes.The company is approved by all common classification societies. Repairs and adjustments of propellers are done with the same care as new buildings. Piening Propellers scope of supply includes:
PropellersFPP > 800mm Ø
CPP > 1.100mm Ø
Shaftsup to a several length of 16,000mm
Sterntubeswith sealings and bearings
Shaft brackets complete GearboxesBrand ZF
‘s-Gravendeelsedijk 200
3316 AZ Dordrecht
The Netherlands
T +31 (0)85 760 3226
E staat@ssc.nl
I www.steelshapecutters.nl
Contact: Peter Staat
SSC Steel Shape Cutters BV is a new, competent provider of 3D-profiling: computer-controlled machine cutting of tubes, beams, hollow sections and plate. Subcontracting does not have to cost a lot, and it will bring substantial savings! With two state-of-the-art machines, we offer a huge range, superb accuracy, and great efficiency. Round tubes up to Ø 2,500mm OD, with thicknesses of up to 150mm (oxyfuel and plasma), and robot cutting of beams and sections up to 1,200mm wide, plate up to 1,200mm wide and 3,000mm long. Fast, accurate, and cost effective.
P.O. Box 70, 9400 AB Assen
The Netherlands
T +31 (0)592 366 060
F +31 (0)592 312 392
E sales@winel.nl
I www.winel.nl
Contact: Bert Knijp
Since its foundation in 1956, Winel has grown into a leading global supplier of high quality products and services tot the world’s maritime industry. An experienced team of specialists offer a wide range of doors, hatches, platforms, tank venting systems and special engineered products. Winel’s strength is offering a complete in-house service package which includes 3D design, engineering, testing, manufacturing, assembly, project management, support & logistic services.
Quarantaineweg 5
3089 KP Rotterdam
P.O. Box 5003
3008 AA Rotterdam
Harbournr: 2637 – The Netherlands
T +31 (0)10 429 2222
SUHBO INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.
6, Mipyeong-ro, 106 beon-gil, Wonsam-Myeon, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Kyunggi-do, Korea
T +82 31 334 6979
NICOVERKEN MARINE SERVICES BV
Algerastraat 20
3125 BS Schiedam, The Netherlands
T +31 (0)10 238 0999
F +31 (0)10 238 0988
E info@nicoverken.nl
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Contact: Jacco Vermunt
Distributor, 24/7 service & spare parts agent of marine equipment.
In our programme there are stainless steel marine pipes and drains, filtration, anti-fouling & cathodic protection, reverse osmosis desalinators (water makers), wastewater treatment, vacuum sanitary systems for yachts, deck equipment (doors & hatches) and watertight sliding door systems.
Our Ship Repair department is specialised in the overhaul of all types of main and auxiliary engines, including attachments i.e. governors, turbochargers, fuel equipment and the sales of spare parts and engines. We
De Ruyterstraat 62
4335 GN Middelburg
The Netherlands
T +31 (0)6 190 358 20
E info@rbimarineconsultancy.com
I www.rbimarineconsultancy.com
Contact: Ruud Bimmel
RBi Marine Consultancy provides full-service 24/7 worldwide. This is the core of our business. We advise, manage and carry out projects with expertise and experience; a result of years in supporting the Marine industry both locally and internationally.
Our business conduct inspection, surveying, new-build, repairs, refurbishment, regular maintenance, fleet management, site management, owner representative, and of course project management.
Our network contains more than just that. Together with established partners we provide delivery of genuine marine parts, blasting and painting, welders,
F +82 31 334 1789
M +82 10 4999 6979 (Korea), +61 434 509 501 (Australia)
E joeykim@suhbo.co.kr
I www.suhbo.co.kr
Contact: Joey Kim, Export Sales Manager
Established in 1985, Suhbo Industrial Co., Ltd is the major leading Korean manufacturer and supplier of high performance roundsling for heavy & shipping building industries. We have been supplying high performance roundslings to major heavy industries companies and projects in Korea and Asia.
Our Suprime roundsling with Ultrapowerful Poly Arylate fiber is highly recognized from many customers due to its excellent performance, the maximum lightening, the optimum handing efficiency (slim in size) and optional functions such as anti-cutting, anti-flame and multi-checking.
F +31 (0)10 429 6459
E info@wortelboer.nl
I www.wortelboer.nl
Every now and then anchors and chains must be replaced, so we understand your need for quality and speedy delivery. Wortelboer has what you are looking for. Our enormous stock of anchors and chain cables of all sizes and diameters in both our Rotterdam and China ports gives you the certainty that we can deliver the required materials very quickly and to any port in the world! All our materials are approved by any of the well-known class societies such as LRS, BV, RINA, DNV/GL, ABS and RMRS.
Do you have problems with finding the right anchors? Could you use a hand while fitting anchors and chain cables aboard your vessel? We are more than happy to help you with it. Wortelboer has been a reliable partner in the shipping industry for more than 50 years. And that is why our customers keep coming back for more.
Do you need anchors and chain cables? Come to WORTELBOER.
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Nor-Shipping 2023
Ship design & naval architecture
Focus on Northern Europe
Workboats & tugs
Deck equipment & machinery
Copy deadline | 07 March 2023
Advertisement deadline | 28 March 2023
Release date | 02 May 2023
Electric & Hybrid Marine World Expo 2023
Green ship technology
NAVCOM & marine electronics
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Copy deadline | 19 April 2023
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Release date | 13 June 2023
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