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March 2016 Issue

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edi to rs let t er Welcome to the March issue of Dockyard Magazine, the journal for the commercial marine and renewable markets. In this issue, Ace World Companies unveils a new low headroom Advantage hoist and reveals their plans to add jib cranes to their range on page 10. On page 19, in our Vessel Build, Repair & Maintenance section, Thordon Bearings assist in the sea trials of ‘Greenland’ - the world’s first LNG fuelled short-sea dry bulk vessel. Within our Engines, Transmissions & Propulsions feature, Teignbridge discuss their commitment and improvement of propulsion research. On pages 42 - 45, we take a preview at Oceanology International 2016, which is held at the London Excel Exhibition Centre from 15 - 17 March. Feel free to send your news, reviews or product launches for the marine market to editor@dockyard-mag.com, if you would like to feature in one of our future issues.

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PoRt neWs STCW 2010 EMPLOYERS NEED TO BE READY, SAYS ICS The transitional period for the 2010 amendments to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW 2010) comes to an end on 1 January 2017. To prevent last minute certification ‘logjams’, and potential difficulties during Port State Control inspections next year, it is important that maritime employers liaise closely with maritime administrations, says the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS). With less than a year to go before the end of this major transition, ICS and its member national associations are urging shipping companies to check that those maritime administrations responsible for issuing their seafarers’ STCW certification are fully prepared, and that arrangements have been made to ensure that any necessary updating training can be undertaken by the seafarers they employ. The 2010 ‘Manila Amendments’ to STCW entered into force in 2012, with different requirements being phased in at various dates before 1 January 2017. The provisions being phased in by maritime administrations include new and updated seafarer competences, as well as changes to some seafarer grades and certification requirements. Most maritime administrations have determined that seafarers holding national certificates of competence will need to complete mandatory updating courses in order to be certified beyond 31 December 2016. In view of the 1 January 2017 implementation date, ICS considers that maritime administrations should, where necessary, have already approved any special updating courses for seafarers, as well as making any necessary arrangements for the issue and revalidation of seafarers’ certificates in accordance

with the 2010 amendments. In their capacity as flag states, administrations also need to be ready to process a potentially large number of applications for flag state recognition endorsements towards the end of 2016. However, in order to ensure that any applications can be processed by certification issuing administrations and flag states well ahead of 1 January next year, ICS says that ship operators should be taking all necessary steps now to facilitate the attendance of their seafarers at relevant training courses.

Shipping companies should take early action to ensure seafarers’ certificates are renewed or revalidated as may be required before the end of the transition period, and to plan for their seafarers to attend any necessary courses. But as we approach 2017, employers will be reliant on the availability of courses from training providers and their timely approval by maritime administrations. This should be a simple matter of logistics but shipowners, administrations, training providers and all other parties involved should undertake to work together to avoid either non-compliance with the new STCW regime or the disruption of the operation of the world fleet due to a lack of certified seafarers. Peter Hinchliffe, Secretary General, ICS.

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Hempel’s Dynamic delivers fuel savings for Lemissoler Global ship management company, Lemissoler Navigation, via its affiliated and managed company Frontmarine Co. Ltd, has achieved significant fuel savings from coating its newbuild 58,500dwt supramax bulk carriers with Hempel’s Dynamic antifouling product. As part of an environmental efficiency drive, Lemissoler has adopted a unique hull design for the new vessels, fitted them with fuel efficient propellers and coated the undersides with Hempel’s Dynamic antifouling. According to the design specification, fuel consumption was calculated at 24.7 tonnes per day at 14.2 knots in ballast condition. Thanks to the eco-innovations, these vessels in sea trials are achieving a fuel consumption of just 23 tonnes. Lemissoler Navigation has coated four of the eight newbuilds with Dynamic and, based on its successful performance, is planning to coat the remaining four vessels with the same product. “Dynamic is a low friction, hydrolysing silyl acrylate, which gives our customers an outstanding antifouling service and delivers average fuel savings of up to 4 per cent. Our patented microfiber technology, which is integral to this paint, gives it an exceptional mechanical strength that reduces cracking and peeling. Based on the fuel savings demonstrated in these trials, our Dynamic antifouling is a contributing factor to an overall fuel saving of 7 per cent for the new Frontmarine vessels.” Andreas Glud, Hempel’s Group Product Manager. “We are delighted with the results of the recent sea trials of the first four new vessels. Lessening the environmental impact of our activities and improving fuel efficiency is one of our top priorities and we believe that the innovative design of the newbuilds, the fuel efficient propeller and Hempel’s Dynamic antifouling have proved to be a winning combination in delivering these efficiencies.” Mr. Dimitris Solomonides, Lemissoler Group’s Technical Manager.

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Salvare Worldwide, specialists in the design, manufacture and supply of safety and survival equipment to the military, water sports, commercial & leisure marine industry, have just announced their recent appointment of Mark Rees as Sales Director. This appointment comes as part of the Hampshire based company’s ongoing expansion. Mark will be responsible for delivery of Seapod and Mini-Pod continuing the growth of sales across the UK and Worldwide, along with the introduction of some innovative new products for release during 2016. Mark is a former Royal Marine Commando who has over the last few years been involved in introducing new products and solutions into a number of markets including land based and maritime defence, oil and gas and various commercial sectors. These products include communication and tracking platforms and the introduction and development of equipment for personnel operating in harsh environments such as Iraq, Afghanistan and West Africa. Mark says: “I am delighted to join Salvare Worldwide, an organisation already building a great reputation within the industry for innovative solutions to lifesaving equipment. This is a great opportunity to be a part of the growth and future success of this company” Brett Wescott, CEO, adds: “We are delighted to welcome Mark to the team. Mark has a great depth of experience in turning an idea into a viable, commercial product. This experience in recognising the requirements of a company, individual or situation with the understanding of commercial requirements in these areas, means that Mark can provide invaluable strength to our sales and marketing team”

ICS WELCOMES PROGRESS ON ILO SEAFARERS’ IDENTITY DOCUMENTS CONVENTION The International Chamber of Shipping, as the Secretariat for the Shipowner Group at the International Labour Organization (ILO), co-ordinated employers’ representatives at the Ad Hoc Tripartite Maritime Committee on the Seafarers’ Identity Documents Convention (Revised), 2003 (No. 185), held in Geneva in February 2016. ILO 185 requires ratifying nations to issue resident seafarers with Seafarers’ Identity Documents (SIDs), and to facilitate the entry of foreign seafarers holding such documents into their territory for the purposes of shore leave, transfer and transit. However, since its adoption in 2003, the Convention has failed to achieve widespread implementation, in large part because the technical standards adopted have been superseded by the technologies and infrastructure now used for the issuance and verification of ePassports. ICS is pleased that, with a view to addressing this impasse, last week’s meeting adopted amendments to Annexes I, II and III of the Convention, establishing that SIDs are to conform to the mandatory requirements for other electronic machine-readable travel documents in use, such as ePassports. A resolution on transitional measures and entry into force of the amendments was also adopted by the Committee, together with a resolution calling upon countries to do their utmost to implement measures to facilitate access to shore leave and the transit of seafarers to and from ships. The amendments will enter into force one year after their adoption by the 105th Session of the International Labour Conference, which will take place in June 2016.

Nicaraguan Tourist Agency selects Damen CSD350 dredger for 200 km internal waterway project A contract has been signed by EPN, the Nicaraguan Port Authority, and INTUR, the Nicaraguan Tourist Agency, with the Damen Shipyards Group for the delivery of a CSD350 Cutter Suction Dredger. The dredger is to be operated by EPN on a project to create and maintain a 200 km inland channel running along a section of Nicaragua’s Caribbean coast.

Salary trends in the shipping market - where do you stand? Asks WISTA UK In shipping where you and your company stands is a key to retaining and attracting talent, along with choosing between new and current paths. WISTA UK collaborated with Spinnaker Global to discuss the topic, ‘salary breakdown for both men and women within shore based shipping jobs’ at the WISTA UK event that took place on 24 February. Guest speaker, Karen Waltham, Managing Director of HR Consulting from Spinnaker Global, highlighted the latest salary trends in the shipping market and debated how these trends could affect women in particular. Chaired by Sue Terpilowski OBE, President of WISTA UK and Managing Director of Image Line, WISTA UK was pleased to host this debate and important topic for the sector which sparked a very interesting discussion from the floor. WISTA UK is the founding country of WISTA (Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association) an international organisation for women in management positions involved in the maritime sector and related trades worldwide.

This is the first Damen CSD to be purchased by INTUR, and is designed for heavy duty operations with a production capacity of 2000 m2/h to a depth of nine metres. It will be operated by Empresa Portuaria Nacional (EPN), the national port authority, which already manages a number of Damen vessels and has a close relationship with INTUR. The CSD350 will be the fourth vessel delivered to EPN over the past year; with a Stan Tug 2608, another CSD350 and a CSD250 all recently beginning operations in Nicaragua. The CSD350 will be deployed on an ambitious project to create a continuous 200 km channel running parallel to the sea between Bluefields and Bilwi, connecting the north and the south of the country. The existing waterway is a mix of rivers, lakes and some manmade channels running through lagoons and mangrove swamps. However, the rivers and lakes require dredging and the channels need to be completed. In addition, midway along the channel near Karawala, a completely new waterway of around 22 km will be created to link the northern and southern sections. Once completed, the new channel will enable larger and more comfortable boats to use the route and so encourage the local tourism industry. The vessel is scheduled to arrive in Nicaragua at the beginning of April, equipped with all the necessary equipment, including a 1000 metre pipeline, to operate in this very remote area.

Straightpoint Inc. Welcomes Operations Manager Straightpoint Inc. has named Myron Jones Operations Manager, as the former CEO of NMB Technologies joins the Camarillo, California based load cell manufacturer. Jones brings a wealth of experience from the electromechanical components and aerospace industries, but has most recently been consulting for Straightpoint’s strategic partner Group Four Transducers Inc., since retiring from full time employment. Group Four was part of a consortium that developed the Running Line Dynamometer, a feature of Straightpoint’s tension in motion range. Jones said: “I was with my previous employer for 25 years and felt it was time to retire at 65 years of age. But my brain was still active and I wanted part-time work to give my talents to a gazelle company with lots of upside potential. Straightpoint ticked those boxes.” Straightpoint President David Ayling said: “Myron has huge experience in industry both in leadership and marketing positions. I am very open about our growth plans in North America and building a team of staff whose skill-sets complement each other is integral to that. Myron has been recruited with execution of that plan in mind.” Jones joins John Molidor, the General Manager and Leader of the company’s U.S. subsidiary; Tressie LaBass, Customer and Sales Support Administrator; and Johnny Gonzalez, Technician, at Camarillo Headquarters, while Aaron Orsak, Technical Sales Engineer, covers Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama from his Houston base.

Seawork International

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seawork international 2016 Stand sales for this year’s Seawork International are at an all time high. More than 700 companies and industry associations are anticipated to exhibit at the exhibition, bringing around 70 vessels, plus over 10,000 products and services.

Exhibitors benefit from Seawork’s extensive publicity targeted specifically at maritime professionals, both via its own on and offline channels, as well as through sister brands including Maritime Journal and World Fishing & Aquaculture, as well as via its associated magazines, partnering associations and other media.

Following steady growth during the nineteen years of Seawork since its inception in 1998, around 7,500 attendees are likely to attend the exhibition.

Seawork International is Europe’s largest commercial marine and workboat exhibition. Since 1998 Seawork International has delivered a unique on-shore and on-water trade exhibition. Nowadays, Seawork comprises an exhibition, conference and awards, attracting 7,500 industry professionals, 10,000 products and services, together with over 70 vessels. Seawork International will return 14-16 June 2016 at its new permanent home at the prestigious Mayflower Park in Southampton, UK.

As the largest exhibition of its kind in Europe, Seawork International is unique in its on-shore and on-water nature; enabling buyers, sellers, legislators and influencers to benefit from direct access to the commercial marine and workboat market, its products, its innovations and its people.

LANDAU UK BOOKED TO ATTEND SEAWORK 2016 Exclusive Products: • ROTINOR - The latest dive propulsion vehicle • Intellian Satellite Antenna Systems - Whether delivering goods across oceans or exploring for oil and gas in remote regions, Intellian’s solutions range from Satellite TV and VSAT, to Global Xpress and FleetBroadbands, enabling reliable connectivity • MLS Fuel Purification System - Designed to remove up to 99.9% water and diesel bug and other contaminants • Argus Thermal Imaging Cameras – Designed with safety in mind, the thermal imaging cameras are a perfect solution for rescue missions Come and visit Landau on the Quayside- Q5, 14th – 16th June 2016.

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Golden Arrow Marine becomes Sea-Fire service dealer Seawork International exhibitor, Sea-Fire, regarded as the global leader in marine fire detection and suppression technology, has appointed fellow Seawork exhibitor, Golden Arrow Marine, as its newest service dealer.

Committed to protecting people and property at sea, Sea-Fire engineers and manufactures a wide range of high-performance fire detection and suppression systems. Its equipment has been installed in countless vessels worldwide.

Julia Phillips General Manager of Sea Fire Europe Ltd, made the announcement, “Golden Arrow Marine has a solid reputation and a strong, loyal customer base,” said Julia. “We’re pleased that they’ll be representing Sea-Fire and bringing its products to the UK marketplace.”

Sea-Fire’s FM-200 Automatic, Manual/Automatic and Manual Only fire suppression systems provide vessel operators the peace of mind that comes with constant protection.

Since 1935, Golden Arrow Marine has served commercial, recreational and naval mariners on the South Coast of the United Kingdom. Operating out of four branches, it offers a wide range of new boats, engines, generators, thrusters, stabilizers and other marine equipment, and full service and technical support. Golden Arrow Marine will supply, install and service the entire range of Sea-Fire products, including engineered systems and 3M™ Novec™ 1230 Fire Protection Fluid.

See Golden Arrow Marine on stand PO73 and Sea-Fire on stand PO25 in the Pacific Hall at Seawork International on 14-16 June at Mayflower Park in Southampton, UK.

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Ace Launches New Advantage Hoist and Jib Crane Range Ace World Companies has unveiled a new low headroom Advantage hoist and revealed plans to add jib cranes to the range from March 2016.

The overhead crane and hoist manufacturer provides custom, high capacity equipment for steel, power, marine and other industries, while meeting demand for hoists and standard equipment with its Advantage range. Ace already offered the popular Advantage hoist up to 10 ton capacity, but a new and improved version is particularly suited to low headroom applications. The new jib crane range, meanwhile, includes wall mounted and portable versions in capacities up to 5 tons. Ghanemi envisages increased demand from industrial lifting applications where headroom space is limited and demanding environments where longer hook travel aids operation. The hoists, available in chain and wire rope versions, can be supplied with the new jib cranes for workstations and other production or manufacturing applications.

Advantage electric chain hoists range from 1 ton to 5 ton capacities and come complete with a chain bag and four button pendant. All units come standard with a mechanical load brake and undergo rigorous testing. Different speeds and lifts are available, as well as motorized trolleys and lug mount kits. All chain hoists come with chain bag, standard hook mount and require a three phase power supply.

This expansion of our low capacity, standard line of lifting equipment gives end users a comprehensive portfolio of Advantage products that can be applied to their varied material handling requirements, where cost effective but efficient solutions are required.

Ace also offers standard monorail and top running wire rope hoists up to 10 ton capacity, typically utilized in construction applications. Higher capacity units are available upon request.

Much fanfare has greeted the new Advantage hoists and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve already received interest in the jib cranes, both with and without hoist units, which will be available from March 1st. The Advantage range is becoming synonymous with safe, efficient and durable low capacity lifting equipment, and enhancements to the range will lead to even greater uptake from existing and new customers.

Advantage Hoist is supported by an experienced team of engineers, which operates at a world class crane manufacturing facility in Fort Worth, Texas, offering electric chain hoists, wire rope hoists, end trucks and crane kits.

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LEEA announces free safe lifting seminar and mini exhibition in Durham LEEA (Lifting Equipment Engineers Association) is hosting another of its popular safe lifting seminar and mini exhibition roadshows at Ramside Hall in Durham on Tuesday 15th March 2016. Featuring two expert presentations on best practice in overhead lifting, admission to the Lifting the Load – Out on the Road’ event is free of charge to both members and non members. Visitors will also have the chance to meet up to 20 trade exhibitors offering a range of overhead lifting and safe work at height related products and services, and network informally with LEEA officers and members.

The latest LEEA ‘Lifting the Load – Out on the Road’ event runs from 10am to 3pm in the Bishop’s Suite, Ramside Hall, Carrville, Durham DH1 1TD. The presentations take place between 11am and 12.30pm, followed by a buffet lunch.

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Geoff Holden, Chief Executive of LEEA, will give a presentation looking at real life lifting accidents, exploring a range of common causes and how they can be addressed to avoid potentially devastating consequences. Craig Morelli, Senior Training Officer for LEEA, will outline the benefits of proficiency testing for staff involved in the test and examination of overhead lifting equipment. Q & A sessions will follow both talks.

NORBULK SHIPPING IMPLEMENTS CLOUD TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS Leading ship management company Norbulk Shipping is already seeing the benefits from embracing the move towards paperless ships. The Glasgow-based ship manager explored several options before deciding to move its IT systems to ‘the cloud,’ via the cloud migrator for Google, Cloud Technology Solutions. A need for the industry to move to the digital world has been recognised by InterManager, the international trade association for in-house and third party ship managers, which believes the burden of administrative tasks falling on seafarers in today’s shipping industry is significant. The paperless ship is a big issue facing the shipping industry with many companies trying to reduce time and paper used in form filling, both onboard and ashore. InterManager is currently drawing up a set of guidelines aimed at reducing the amount of paperwork officers and their crew have to undertake while at sea. p12 | www.dockyard-mag.com | March 2016

Norbulk began the planned strategy with a pilot scheme in its Glasgow office. After running the pilot through various levels of the company for two months and receiving positive feedback, it rolled it out across their other management offices in Riga, Saint John New Brunswick, Manilla and St Petersburg. We are continually developing our management systems and implementing cloud based technology has assisted our goal of adopting paperless systems. With improved communications and transparency, we are able to access and interpret greater amounts of information. The benefits to the company, through this change in information flow are very real - systems do run much more efficiently as a result. Said Peter Karlsen, Director at Norbulk. “As far as the quality systems go and the audits we carry out on the ships, they’re pretty thorough - something that is important in today’s market because there is simply no margin for error. Standards have been set so

high now and there is a greater emphasis on quality management systems; the environment; and competent crew. The majority of Norbulk’s 80 plus ships it manages are run electronically, using the cloud-based technology for daily communication. With the use of the cloud migrator Norbulk Shipping moved email, calendars, contact and appointments from its old mail server to the new cloud-based system. Mr Karlsen added: “I’m always impressed when people come to the office and we are able to show them on a big screen submissions from ships and all the documentation is there in an integrated management system. There are still a lot of handwritten forms that need to be filled in, but everything is logged into the system electronically. We have even moved over to paperless purchasing. Everyone is now trying to reduce the amount of paper that’s around. “You won’t stay competitive unless you look ahead at advancements and digitisation and how that’s going to improve your businesses going forward,” he concluded.

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BSM and Bernhard Schulte Engage with Shipping Community in Japan Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) has recently underpinned its reputation as a global player in the shipping industry when it joined with parent company, Bernhard Schulte, in hosting a reception in Tokyo to engage with the shipping community and recognise the long standing relationships that have been developed with Japanese partners over a 40 year period. In addition to more than 120 guests in leadership and senior management positions, the reception was attended by the German Ambassador to Japan, Dr Hans Carl von Werthern, and the Management Boards of Bernhard Schulte and BSM including Dr Heinrich Schulte, Chairman of Bernhard Schulte, and Capt Norbert Aschmann, BSM Chief Executive. BSM will next be hosting an exhibition stand and technical seminar at the forthcoming Sea Japan conference & exhibition in April, showcasing its comprehensive shipmanagement and maritime solutions capabilities.

About Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) BSM is an integrated maritime solutions leader, with more than 130 years of experience in the shipping industry. Managing a fleet of 600 vessels, our 20,000 employees globally enable us to deliver safe, reliable and efficient ship management services through a network of 9 ship management, 23 crew service and 5 wholly owned maritime training centres across the world. Alongside comprehensive shipmanagement services, BSM offers a suite of complementary maritime solutions that are customised to meet individual customer requirements.

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BSM has been present in Japan over many years and we value the strong relationships and business that we have been able to develop with our esteemed customers during this time. We were delighted to see so many at the reception and look forward to their continued support and to further expanding our business in Japan with existing and new customers. Norbert Aschmann, Chief Executive, BSM.

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German Warship, Rio de Janeiro Discovered by Deep Trekker Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) On June 22, 2015, after a 6 year long search for the Rio de Janeiro, a sunken German warship, AGDER-TECH, A-DYKK, and SEABED-SERVICES found the vessel sitting off the coast of Lillesand, Norway. The three companies teamed up and set out every spring for six years to find the warship that sank on April 8, 1940. This historically significance vessel was the only German ship to be shot down by the Polish during World War II. Part way through their expedition, the team turned to the Deep Trekker mini Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) to help with the task at hand. Deep Trekker ROVs are underwater inspection tools used for an array of marine exploration projects. Depth rated to 150 meters and capable of withstanding currents of up to two and a half knots, the Deep Trekker was chosen by the expedition team to search for debris laying along to ocean bed that would help indicate the exact location of the Rio de Janeiro. History of Rio de Janeiro The 122 meter long ship was originally a vessel line for passengers and cargo but was used by German forces to transport troops during World War II. The Rio de Janeiro left Stettin, Germany on April 6, 1940 as the German military began their execution of Operation Weserubung involving the invasion or Norway and Denmark during World War II. The shipped was stopped on route to Norway and never ended up reaching its destination. Approximately 180 people survived and another 200 died. The vessel was also carrying 73 horses, ammunitions and animal feed. When the ship was sighted by the Orzel, a Polish submarine operating under British command, it ordered the Rio de Janeiro to stop. Upon obeying this first order, the Polish ordered the ship to surrender or risk being bombed. When the Germans did not obey, Orzel launched its first torpedo causing the vessel to take in water and begin to sink. As crew members began jumping into the sea with a Royal Norwegian Navy Air Service plane circling above them, a second torpedo was fired hitting an ammunition depot and causing an

explosion. The 180 people that did survive had the locals from Hovag and Lillesand to thank. The sinking of the ship was an indication of the impending invasion of Norway as many of those saved and who passed away were found wearing German uniforms. Some German officers who were rescued also told local police of their nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plans to invade Norway but when the tip was reported to the Norwegian government it was not taken seriously. Consequently, Norway was not prepared when the Germans invaded Bergen on the morning of April 9, 1940. After a short battle the Germans succeeded with their invasion of Norway. The Discovery As a significant historical artifact from WWII for Norway, Germany, and Poland, the expedition crew made it their mission to locate the missing ship sitting at the bottom of the sea for over 60 years. Initially, the team used a larger work class ROV which required them to bring the ROV container onboard their vessel. This also meant that the expedition crew needed a larger vessel. The companies could not use divers to locate the ship and follow the debris that led to the vessel because the area was simply too deep. The Deep Trekker DTG2 is equipped with an easy to use handheld controller that displays what the ROV sees right from the screen on the controller. The complete portability of the Deep Trekker ROV made it the perfect fit to take on the important task of locating the missing vessel. The ROV is able to reach depths of 150 meters meaning that it had no problem plunging to the areas required for this mission. Johannson recounts that the team did not know of any other affordable mini ROVs that were able to operate in the currents in the area off of Norway where the Rio de Janeiro was

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located. Deep Trekker DTG2 mini ROVs are designed differently than traditional ROVs with a spherical shape and patented pitching system, making it easier to maneuver when working in current. Manufactured using dye cast aluminum that is anodized and powder coated makes the underwater submarine a robust tools for an array of undersea exploration expeditions. Priced between 5000.00 to 15000.00 USD the Deep Trekker ROV was within reach of the expedition teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget. The day the team found an old motorcycle sitting on the ocean floor they knew they were close to the Rio de Janeiro. Locating the old German artifact that matched the description of the cargo from the missing warship was a huge feat for the team. The used the Deep Trekker ROV to identify the motorcycle and classify it as a German product that dated back to the WWII era. The team continued using the Deep Trekker to follow a trail of debris scattered along the ocean floor that led them to the Rio de Janeiro itself. By adding weights at 50 meters of the tether, Johannson explains that the team was able to search in areas of 100 meter diameter. Once they knew the exact location of the ship the team rigged up a larger vessel with another larger ROV to identify the shipwreck. A final confirmation was completed by retrieving a lantern with a serial number on it, which provided enough evidence to conclude they had successfully found the Rio de Janeiro. The team plans to continue using the Deep Trekker ROV to inspect the ship sitting at the bottom of the ocean. Being such a prominent war artifact for Germany, Norway, and Poland, the team plans to continue exploring and researching the contents of the ship and identify how many people sank with it. By equipping the Deep Trekker ROV with a sonar system, Johansson explained that they hope to gain a better understanding of the surrounding area. As for the future plans for the ship itself, nothing is set in stone. Since the shipwreck is located at great depths and surrounded by strong currents, it is unlikely that it will become a dive site but rather remain an important historical site that is home to a number of stories that have yet to be uncovered.

Industry news

The ecdis range from simrad Introducing the ECDIS range from Simrad, The IMO type-approved E5024, Maris E900 MK5 and Maris E900 MK15 ECDIS systems are designed for use aboard SOLAS vessels including large passenger ships, tankers, and cargo ships subject to the ECDIS Carriage Mandate, as well as IMO mandated workboats, tugs, etc. Both Simrad ECDIS systems are suitable for newbuilding and retrofit. The Simrad ECDIS E5024 is a simple installation in single station or dual station (PLECDIS) configurations making it highly suitable for retrofit, where ECDIS is required to meet SOLAS requirements all at great value. Simrad ECDIS E5024 has been designed in order to minimize the total cost of ownership, from equipment to type-specific training, installation and operation/maintenance. The Simrad Maris ECDIS E900 MK5 & MK15 are easy to use with a standard Windows PC interface, delivering precise navigation with comprehensive route planning and optimisation tools, integrated chart management and ordering, universal radar overlay and highly customisable conning display. The Maris E900 ECDIS systems provide users with the most advanced electronic navigation solutions, and feature comprehensive type-specific training options.

The Simrad E5024 ECDIS system is an IMO type-approved navigation system, designed for use aboard SOLAS vessels including large passenger ships, tankers, and cargo ships subject to the ECDIS Carriage Mandate. Ideal for vessels required to retrofit ECDIS to meet amended SOLAS requirements, the modular E5024 ECDIS system offers simple installation in either single station or dual station (PLECDIS) configurations.

• 24 inch, Full HD 16:9 widescreen for large, clear charts • Wireless trackball controller with on- screen keyboard • Radar, AIS & ARPA overlay • Designed for NAVTOR ENCs including UKHO (for AVCS), and Primar • Third party chart support with S-57 and S-63 import • Choose between S-52 and INT1 chart presentation • Supports AIO (Admiralty Information Overlay) • Simple dual-station PLECDIS option • Control Simrad radar, echosounders, and more from an optional non approved second station

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The Simrad MARIS ECDIS900 MK15 is an IMOtype approved navigation system, designed for use aboard SOLAS vessels subject to ECDIS carriage mandates such as merchant cargo ships and tankers. Easy to use with a standard Windows PC interface, the ECDIS900 delivers precise navigation with comprehensive route planning and optimisation tools, integrated chart management and ordering, radar overlay, and optional highly customisable conning display.

• 24-inch flat panel display with integrated PC • Standard Windows interface with keyboard and trackball controls • Advanced route planning and optimisation tools, with special purpose modules including SAR planning • Precise navigation tools including position prediction and docking assistance • Radar overlay • Integrated chart management with online ordering and updates • Supports ENCs (PRIMAR, IC-ENC, UKHO AVCS), UKHO ARCS, Jeppesen Professional+ charts, AIO (Admiralty Information Overlay) • Choose between S-52 and INT1 chart presentation • Dual or triple station PLECDIS options for paperless navigation • Integration with BNWAS, Navtex, AIS, Autopilot, and Central Alarm system • Optional conning display software with user customisable pages

The Simrad MARIS ECDIS900 MK5 is an IMOtype approved navigation system, designed for use aboard SOLAS vessels subject to ECDIS carriage mandates such as merchant cargo ships and tankers. Easy to use with a standard Windows PC interface, the ECDIS900 delivers precise navigation with comprehensive route planning and optimisation tools, integrated chart management and ordering, radar overlay, and optional highly customisable conning display.

• 24 or 26 inch flat panel monitor and standard PC • Standard Windows interface with keyboard and trackball controls • Advanced route planning and optimisation tools, with special purpose modules including SAR planning • Precise navigation tools including position prediction and docking assistance • Radar overlay • Integrated chart management with online ordering and updates • Supports ENCs (PRIMAR, IC-ENC, UKHO AVCS), UKHO ARCS, Jeppesen Professional+ charts, AIO (Admiralty Information Overlay) • Choose between S-52 and INT1 chart presentation • Dual or triple station PLECDIS options for paperless navigation • Integration with BNWAS, Navtex, AIS, Autopilot, and Central Alarm system • Optional conning display software with user-customisable pages

Industry news

Videotel’s New API Enables Integration with Crew Management Software The newly released Videotel Partner API allows vessel operators to easily store and track crew training information in a single program. VideotelTM, the leading global provider of e-Learning maritime training solutions and a company of KVH Industries, Inc., (Nasdaq: KVHI), has released the Videotel Partner API, an application programming interface that facilitates the exchange of data between Videotel and any of its clients’ crew management software systems. Videotel developed the API in collaboration with software and solutions developer Netvision, whose products include Compas, one of the leading crew management systems for the maritime industry. The Videotel Partner API is designed to be used with any crew management software; there is no additional fee for the service. The Videotel Partner API is designed to allow Videotel and crew management systems, including Compas, to communicate with each other and automatically update and share information. Eliminating the need for manual input and dual recordkeeping, the API lets ship operators easily manage information

such as training history, computer based training (CBT) scores, and ship assignments for individual crewmembers from a single system, thus ensuring that the most up-to-date crew data is available when needed. “This is a great initiative, as it means individual ships in a fleet can access crew login information automatically via our Videotel On Demand (VOD) unit,” says Nigel Cleave, Videotel’s Chief Executive Officer. “The API will collate all crew CBT test results from the VOD and share it with our clients’ crew management systems. The benefit to our clients is that all their data will be stored, managed, and updated in one central location, saving them time, effort, and money.”

Videotel’s training solutions are in use on more than 12,000 vessels worldwide, and include 950 new and updated titles to meet current seafarer training needs. The Videotel programs are available in a range of formats, including 500+ e-Learning courses, more than twice the number of CBTs offered by competitors. Videotel has recorded more than 10.5 million training events in recent years; its training programs are developed in cooperation with leading industry experts and have been recognized with nearly 100 awards.

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“Videotel’s API is a totally secure and robust interface. Being able to track crewmembers’ ship assignments and their training history from one central database will save valuable time and resources,” says Cornel Ciocan, Netvision’s General Manager and Chief Software Architect. “We are really happy to be the first crew management software provider to partner with Videotel in using its API, and offer a totally integrated data exchange solution for our respective clients.”

Maritime & coastguard agency (MCA) detains four foreign flagged ships after failing port state control (psc) inspection At the end of January, it was recorded by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), that four foreign flagged ships were under detention in UK ports after failing Port State Control (PSC) inspection. In response to one of the recommendations of Lord Donaldson’s Inquiry into the prevention of pollution from merchant shipping and in compliance with the EU Directive on Port State Control (2009/16/EC as amended), the Maritime and Coastguard agency (MCA) publishes details of the foreign flagged vessels detained in UK ports each month. The UK is part of a regional agreement on port state control known as the Paris Memorandum of Understanding on Port State Control (Paris MOU) and information

on all ships that are inspected is held centrally in an electronic database known as Thetis. This allows the ships of flags with poor detention records to be targeted for future inspection.

Mandatory Surveys for the safe operation of regular Ro-Ro ferry and high speed passenger craft services (1999/35/EU).

Inspections of foreign flagged ships in UK ports are undertaken by surveyors from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. When a ship is found to be not in compliance with applicable Convention requirements, a deficiency may be raised. If the deficiency is so serious that it has to be rectified before departure, then the ship may be detained. All deficiencies should be rectified before departure if at all possible. When applicable, the list includes those passenger craft prevented from operating under the provisions of the EU Directive on March 2016 | www.dockyard-mag.com | p17

Twin Damen cutter suction dredgers for Canadian oil sands Damen Shipyards Group has completed a key construction contract comprising two electric powered Cutter Suction Dredgers (CSD) for the Canadian oil sands industry. With both vessels built in Canada, the contract marks the close cooperation between Damen and Aecon, Canada’s largest publicly traded infrastructure development and construction company. Two newly built Damen CSDs have commenced operations in Northern Alberta, Canada. The two 40.64 metre long vessels perform dredging duties in oil sands tailings ponds. These tailings are a by-product of oil sands mining (oil sands being a surface substrate that is saturated with bitumen, a heavy and sticky form of crude oil). The effective management of these tailing ponds is therefore of vital importance. The considerable size of the project required two of Damen’s largest cutter suction dredgers: the Damen ECSD650. This vessel is capable of production levels of 7,200 m3 per hour at 6.5 bar. This electrically powered design receives its power supply from a 13.8 kV ship-toshore cable.

cooperation between Damen and Aecon. With their broad scope of business interests including a shipyard in Pictou, Nova Scotia, Aecon had all the necessary shipbuilding skills to handle construction. Their scope included construction of all the structural steel components and piping for the dredgers. Damen’s involvement concerned the overall vessel design and provision of all the major components including motors, steel package and electric and hydraulic installations. Damen Dredging Equipment provided the dredging engineering and design in addition to parts such as pumps, winches and cutter heads. The Damen team also provided technical assistance during the building, outfitting and commissioning phases as well as on site training of operations team. Transport solutions Due to the location of the Aecon yard, approximately 5,000 km away from the oil production site, efficient transportation of the two vessels was vital. Damen’s solution was modular construction, facilitating transportation by truck as well as safe and fast assembly on arrival.

Full component supply Fabrication of both vessels took place in Canada, involving close

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The modularity of the design will also make any future relocations a more straightforward procedure. The vessels, called Igor Mazursky and Fitzgerald, can dredge to a maximum depth of 10 metres. Their primary duty is to pump water back to the process plant and to maintain the capacity of the tailings ponds within their design specifications. Dredge production is flexible as the dredgers can be either controlled from the vessel itself or via remote control from the shore. Construction partners The dredging muscle comes from Damen’s BP6560MD dredge pump that features a variable frequency drive with a 2200 kW electric motor. The hydraulic installation is powered by a 600 kW electric motor which feeds to the 250 kW cutter head and the winches. With these two dredgers delivered in Summer 2015, these two ECSD 650 vessels represent Damen’s growing presence in the North American market. “We are extremely proud to be active in Canada,” comments Damen Manager North America Jan van Hogerwou. “This important dredger contract not only represents a successful construction partnership with Aecon, but also a continuance of our long term strategy in this part of the world.”

vessel build, repair & maintenance

GREENLAND CEMENTS THORDON’S ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE FUTURE Extensive sea trials aboard Greenland, the world’s first LNG fuelled short-sea dry bulk vessel, have validated the performance of Thordon Bearings COMPAC propeller shaft solution, indicating that seawater lubricated bearing systems are applicable to all ship types and are definitely here to stay. Erik Thun has truly raised the standard in sustainable shipping with this vessel, pushing the boundaries of environmental possibilities to a completely new level. Greenland is a fantastic reference point not only for COMPAC in the merchant ship market, but also for the development of LNG as a ship’s fuel. Tommy Holmgren, Sales Director with the Duwel Group, Thordon Bearings’ distributor in Sweden. Greenland, a 5800dwt self loading/unloading cement carrier built under the EU-TEN-T funded Pilot LNG project for the JT Cement joint venture, is the first ever LNG fuelled dry cargo vessel in which a pressurised liquid natural gas tank is incorporated into the vessel’s hull. It is also the first LNG fuelled vessel to feature a seawater lubricated propeller shaft bearing system.

Thordon Bearings’ Head of Marketing and Customer Service, Craig Carter, said: “We are immensely proud to be associated with this ground-breaking vessel. Erik Thun and its joint venture partners have created what is probably Europe’s most environmentally friendly ship. LNG as a ship’s fuel is by far the most environmental friendly fuelling solution available today which, like the use of a seawater lubricated shaft bearings, exceeds current environmental criteria.” In addition to its COMPAC solution, Duwel supplied Thordon Bearings’ grease free ThorPlas-Blue range of polymer bearings for the vessel’s deck winches and self unloading equipment. Holmgren said one of benefits of ThorPlas-Blue is the amount of time it saves ships’ crew. “Crews no longer need to grease the winch bearings and since they

don’t wear out, maintenance is negligible, leaving the crew to get on with other jobs.” Erik Thun Group has a long history with Thordon products, with COMPAC and ThorPlas bearings aboard the self unloader Vestanhev, cement carriers Gotland and Bornholm, and the dry cargo ships Alice and Helge. “It will be Greenland, though, that shows the industry that seawater lubricated propeller shaft bearings are the future. They’re here to stay,” said Holmgren. Built by Ferus Smit’s Westerbroek shipyard to Lloyd’s Register Ice-class 1A and suitable for year round service in the Baltic Sea, Greenland completed sea trials, in December, prior to taking her first operational load in Rostock, Germany.

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Ola Persson, Technical Manager, Erik Thun Group, said: “With environmental sustainability being the main consideration in the operation of all our vessels, equipment performance and reliability is imperative.”

Top two pictures: Thordon Bearings’ COMPAC bearing in a bronze carrier and ThorPlas-Blue polymer bearings for deck machinery. Insert right: JT Cement’s LNG-fuelled cement carried Greenland undergoing sea trials.

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6 STEPS TO IMPROVE SHIPBUILDING EFFICIENCY

COMBINING KNOWLEDGE

CONVERTING DATA INTO USABLE FILES

The sooner you get CIG involved in your plans, the better CIG are able to advise you and the more you will be able to save. First step is to join forces and make an inventory of everything CIG need to know to improve shipbuilding efficiency. At this stage CIG need to know more about your yardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s layout and capacity, the delivery window, data format, section size, package sizing, desired assembly level and the need for pre-assembly or pre-panelling.

The next step is that you provide CIG the necessary data to start with your order. Whatever software you are using AutoCad, Nupas Cadmatic, Shipconstructor, Foran, Rhino Tribon or any other program, CIG are able to convert all data into usable files. After receiving a 3D model of the ship, the section plan, tank plan or line plan, CIG will execute all necessary work.

STEEL CUTTING WITH GREAT PRECISION

PERFECTLY FORMED PLATES

Next, CIGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experienced factory professionals will handle your order. CIG production facilities in Groningen and Stralsund have a total capacity of 100.000 tonnes of steel per year and provide high capacity plasma cutting for steel and aluminium. All plates are numbered, marked with construction lines and bevelled (including R2 radius edge preparation). All parts will be automatically nested for a more efficient use of material.

The highly qualified professionals of CIG Centraalstaal are able to form the cut plates with the greatest precision, both 2D and 3D. The combination of this craftsmanship and structural quality control guarantees shell plating and frames that fit perfectly without the need of green (excess) on the parts. Profiles are pressed into the correct shape by using a CNC profile-bending machine.

DELIVERY ON LOGISTIC ORDER

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

At CIG Centraalstaal, CIG understand how important it is for a yard to optimize yard space. CIG make optimal use of your yard capacity and layout and by doing so bring down the total costs per hour per tonne. Based on the information CIG collected in an earlier stage, CIG prepare a customized delivery schedule, taking client specific construction methods, yard facilities and block assembly programs into account. All plates and profiles are delivered in predetermined batches, reducing the need for sorting upon arrival. CIG can also supply you with pre-assembled micro panels which will multiply your building speed.

Assembly instructions help shipyards to fully use the advantages of the kit. These instructions include part numbers, logistical order and 3D view assembly drawings as building manuals. Working with CIG Centraalstaal building kits helps shipyards to significantly improve shipbuilding efficiency. If needed, CIG can also provide you with your very own Centraalstaal supervisor to help you through the assembly process.

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lifting & deck equipment

NO WEAR FOR RIVERTOUGH AFTER MORE THAN 20,000 HOURS IN ABRASIVE ALASKAN WATERS After nine years of operation in the harsh, abrasive waters of Alaska’s Yukon River, aboard Inland Barge Service’s push boat Ramona, Thordon Bearings’ RiverTough water lubricated tail shaft bearing system has emerged completely free of wear and tear. The exceptional performance of the RiverTough bearings in waters renowned for their high content of gritty glacial silt came to light when the 16m (52.5ft) workboat’s cracked struts underwent repair in dry dock. The 1971 built push boat provides an invaluable service delivering freight and consumer goods to communities along the Yukon River and its tributaries. These shallow waters, usually only navigable between May and October, are fed by rain and glacial melt containing highly abrasive silt and ground rocks, called glacial till, that can severely damage other propeller shaft systems. Since 2003, when Inland Barges Services replaced the single screw Ramona’s rubber bearings, Thordon’s polymer system has undertaken over 2000 hours of operation per year in some very abrasive environments. “I haven’t seen anything like it,” said Mr Hnilicka. “When we used rubber bearings we were lucky to get a full operational season out of them before they needed replacing.” Scott Groves, Thordon Bearings’ Business Development Manager, said: “We have data from workboats operating on the Mississippi showing typical RiverTough wear rates of 0.075mm to 0.100mm (0.003” to 0.004”) in 6000 to 7000 hours of annual use, but this is the first time we have received data

from a vessel operating in the high north. The feedback from Inland Barge Services provides clear evidence of RiverTough’s superior wear life in very abrasive water conditions. They routinely outlast rubber bearings by a factor of two or more.” Todd Terry, President of Pacific Marine Equipment (PME), Thordon Bearings’ Seattle based distributor, said Inland Barge Service, Inc is among a growing number of workboat and small craft operators to covert from rubber tail shaft bearings to the RiverTough solution. “In 2001, we supplied the water lubricated bearing system to HamiltonJet’s Yukon Queen. The vessel ran from 2001 to around 2010 when it was sold and left the river. HamiltonJet reported that the RiverTough bearing worked exceedingly well in this application. Since then, we have supplied Interlake Steamships, Riverway Transport, American Commercial Lines, Ingram Barge Line, Blessey Marine Services and Eckstein Marine.”

In the spring of 2011 we were doing some hot work on one of the struts and decided to change the bearing since everything was apart. We didn’t have to and could have reinstalled the original bearing after the hot work, but we had a spare set. When we took it out, the RiverTough bearing and sleeves had no appreciable wear and tear, which was amazing considering the environment in which the Ramona operates. Charles Hnilicka, Owner of Inland Barge Service Inc.

Below: Thordon Bearings’ RiverTough routinely outperforms rubber bearings, even in highly abrasive waters.

McAsphalt Marine Transportation is the latest owner to opt for the RiverTough solution and Thordon Bearings will supply water lubricated bearings and Nickel Chrome Boron-coated stainless steel liners for a twin-screw articulated push barge operating in the Great Lakes waterway system. The bearings will be designed for 365mm (14.4”) shaft diameters.

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vessel build, repair & maintenance

AkzoNobel and Marlins deliver onboard marine coating new e-learning course ‘Painting and Surfaces’ AkzoNobel’s Marine Coatings business and Marlins, the leading brand in Maritime English and technical e-learning solutions for the shipping, cruise and offshore industries, have launched a global training solution to support the effective onboard application and maintenance of the International® range of marine coatings. ‘Painting and Surfaces’ combines the expertise of AkzoNobel’s marine coatings business and its market leading brand International® with Marlins’ advanced capabilities in training development and delivery, creating an elearning programme that supports the long term maintenance and performance of coatings. Onboard maintenance of marine coatings plays a key role in protecting a vessel during its docking cycle by ensuring minimal risk of corrosion and the maintenance of a ship’s overall cosmetic appearance. Effective onboard maintenance of marine coatings also helps to

reduce necessary remedial work and associated costs when a vessel comes to dry dock. Painting and Surfaces are designed to be undertaken by any seafarer with responsibility for marine coatings. Highly visual and engaging imagery is used throughout the course to maximize user understanding of the subject matter. Robert Wong, Marketing Director of AkzoNobel’s Marine Coatings business explains: “There are significant benefits of undertaking effective onboard marine coatings maintenance, both in terms of reducing long-term operational costs and improving a vessel’s overall maintenance and operation standards. Painting and Surfaces deconstructs the complexities of coating application, and educates a ship’s crew in an easy to understand and approachable manner.”

is key to furthering seafarers’ learning and development. By applying AkzoNobel’s indepth knowledge and experience of marine coatings to an interactive e-learning course, we’ve been able to effectively communicate the importance of marine coating application and onboard maintenance to seafarers.” Painting and Surfaces’ will be included in the next update to the Marlins eLearning Suite for Seafarers. The course can also be purchased by individuals via the Marlins online shop, as well as being available to clients of AkzoNobel marine coatings brand International® as part of their package or as an optional add-on.

Mike Pearsall, Product Manager, Marlins, adds: “In a truly global industry such as shipping, the importance of delivering effective and universally understandable training solutions

The Euro Dredger 450 The EuroDredger450, a Cutter Suction Dredger with a discharge pipe diameter of 450mm built in the Netherlands, has been successfully launched and is now available for delivery. The Euro Dredger 450 is the first Cutter Suction Dredger resulting from the partnership between Dredge Yard and Neptune Shipyards in The Netherlands. Both companies joined forces to enable the building of this multi purpose Cutter Suction Dredger that is suitable for dredging, soft and medium compacted sand and other sediments up to a dredging depth of 10 m on inland waters, rivers and lakes. The Euro Dredger 450 has a total installed power of 866 kW. It consists of 3 dismountable pontoons fixed by a rigid coupling system inside the pontoon. It is designed to be disassembled easily and to be transportable by road.

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The high performance dredge pump, entirely developed and manufactured by Dredge Yard, is mounted directly onto the gearbox to save space and reduce the weight, and it is driven directly by a 634 kW diesel engine. A hydraulic power pack of 232 kW is fitted on the main pontoon to supply hydraulic power to the cutter head, winches and spud hoist cylinders. The hydraulically driven cutter head, developed by Dredge Yard, has exchangeable

cutter teeth that come in three types: pick points, narrow and wide chisels. The blades of the cutter head are double curved to allow for a smooth mixture flow through the cutter and into the suction mouth. The Euro Dredger 450 is the latest addition to Dredge Yards and Neptune Shipyards product range and the companies are already planning the development of their next multi purpose Euro Dredger.

vessel build, repair & maintenance

Harkand completes successful campaign in Trinidad and Tobago for BPTT Harkand has completed an inspection, repair and maintenance (IRM) campaign for BP Trinidad and Tobago (BPTT) utilising the Harkand Da Vinci diving support vessel (DSV) and the company’s new hyperbaric rescue facility (HRF) in the Caribbean. The IRM scope included deadleg inspection of BPTT offshore assets, pipeline intervention, caisson repair works, platform and pipeline clamps installation and inspection and recovery of a caisson section. Harkand provided a full suite of services including saturation and surface diving, ROV, survey, inspection as well as project management and engineering for the execution of the campaign. This was also the first project for the new HRF built by Harkand in the Gulf of Mexico in August 2015. The HRF was set up in Chaguaramas on the North West peninsula of Trinidad for the campaign.

John Reed, Harkand Chief Executive Officer said: “Securing this contract with BP Trinidad and Tobago was a significant win in the region. The work involved an array of specialist subsea services and engineering, cementing our track record in the area.” Reed added: “This work followed successful campaigns by both the Houston and Aberdeen operation bases in the Caribbean during 2014 and 2015 for major global oil and gas operators. We are extremely pleased to add BPTT to our client base in the area.” Mathieu Guillemin, Non Executive Director of Harkand and Managing Director at Oaktree Capital Management said: “Harkand’s collaboration between their global centres during the current market environment is key in successful execution of world class projects. Oaktree continues to demonstrate its support for the financial

stability of Harkand, in support of the company’s strategic priorities.” The IMCA compliant, DNV classed Harkand Da Vinci is equipped with a 140 Te active heave compensated (AHC) crane, an 18 man twin bell saturation diving system rated to 300 metre water depth, one 3 man wet bell and one 2 man surface diving system. The vessel was mobilised with two remotely operated vehicles (ROV), one light work class and one inspection class ROV. Harkand provides offshore vessels, ROVs, diving, survey and inspection services, project management and engineering to the oil and gas and renewables industries. Headquartered in London with operations bases in Aberdeen, Houston, Mexico, Nigeria, Ghana and Angola, Harkand aims to be the leading subsea IRM and light construction contractor globally.

Tel: +44 (0)203 819 3100 info-corporate@harkand.com

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Scania – Power for demanding Marine Professionals There’s always work that has to be done. No matter the weather. No matter the time of day. So whatever the task at hand, the heart of the vessel must do its job efficiently, safely and economically. A companion to count on. At Scania, we took all this into consideration when developing the new line-up of marine engines based on our latest engine platform. Featuring compact dimensions, a wide range of power ratings and Scania’s dedicated application support, all the way from the initial 3D models to the final installation. Our new engine platform provides a new level of simplicity and performance for demanding boat designers. The end result; Cutting edge solutions for propulsion that helps operators and boat owners all over the world to push the limits of dependability, fuel efficiency and operating economy. Power at work, unlimited.

Modularity for simplicity The fact that every Scania engine model is built from identical basic components means unique flexibility and cost efficiency when designing, building and servicing vessels. Furthermore, the modular system contributes to higher parts availability, minimum waste and simplified training of staff. If you know one Scania engine, you know them all. Controlling emissions and fuel economy At Scania, we embrace every effort to reduce the effects on climate and environment. This is why emission control goes hand in hand with reduced fuel consumption without compromising power output and torque. Whichever specification you choose, you can rest assured of that every cubic millimetre of fuel is taken care of in the cleanest and most economical way possible. A vital part of the system is the Scania PDE fuel injection that makes continuous, precise adjustments to ensure optimal fuel delivery in all conditions, The result: Optimised fuel economy and

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massive power output, coupled with extreme reliability and low emissions. Scania design features The Scania saver ring is a good example of our in-house developed technologies. Fitted inside the cylinder, it removes soot and other residue from the upper part of the piston. Another feature is the Scania cetrifugal oil cleaner which is a proven and extremely dependable solution for making oil filtration more effective. Last but not least is the Scania oil, which is developed and tested for heavy duty operation. These are some examples how Scania design features reduces wear and extends engine life, thus contributing to Scania’s renowned dependability and operating economy. A Scania engine is compact and impressively streamlined by default, which makes it ideal to build into any vessel. And since the engine ‘footprint’ is practically identical compared to the earlier Scania engine generation, life is simplified both when designing new boats and when repowering. For every engine model 9-13 or 16 litre - there is a complete line-up of power ratings to choose from covering 220 to 1150HP.

engines, transmissions & propulsion

The move towards greater Propulsion and Propeller Efficiency Propellers are the prime users of energy in vessels and with the current focus on CO2 and operating cost reduction, propeller efficiency is highly important. Teignbridge Propellers is committed to propulsion research and development and has planned several projects underway targeting improvements in propulsion efficiency. High speed vessels are usually synonymous with high fuel consumption and a number of customers and operators have asked for assistance reducing this operating cost. One example was a high speed leisure motor yacht that was delivered from Plymouth to London, a distance of approximately 318 nautical miles, consumed fuel costing £13,000 which would be two to three times the cost of the propellers for such a boat. A small increase in propeller efficiency will result in a significant fuel and cost reduction.

Teignbridge Propellers was created by and is still led by design engineers, the company currently has eight marine design engineers within the team.

DRD developed the very successful high performance and efficient “C-Foil” propeller design that has been shown by Newcastle University in trials to be 80% efficient. Comparison with traditional propeller designs indicate an increase in efficiency of up to 5% can be achieved with the C’Foil design. This increase in efficiency directly translates to fuel savings of the same magnitude, so offers a considerable potential saving to vessel operators. The C’Foil design is not a complicated propeller shape, therefore Teignbridge are able to supply this advanced high performance propeller at a similar price as a standard propeller. It is especially important to remember that propellers are the sole interface between a boat and the water when it comes to propulsion. The appropriate selection of propeller design and characteristics combined with the correct gear ratio selection can make a 10, 20 or even 30% difference in fuel consumption, based on inherent propulsive efficiency and other considerations such as cavitation. Having the engine, gear box and propeller package evaluated by a professional design engineer will ensure the best results on the water. Once the right propellers are fitted,

keep them clean and in good condition to maintain the maximum operating efficiency. A part of the Teignbridge’s plans for further research and development includes the use of a dedicated, purpose designed test vessel, capable of high speeds, where a range of marine products can be thoroughly tested. This will not exclude Teignbridge from using shore based test facilities where appropriate but it will provide a facility where testing can be undertaken at sea in accordance with the company’s and customer’s requirements. The Teignbridge Propellers research and test vessel, which is pictured below, will soon be under construction and will be available for Teignbridge R&D as well as for interested companies to use for their own product development and evaluation. The Company currently has a number of patents registered for marine propulsion products that are under development, these will be refined and tested with the help of this research vessel. Teignbridge Propellers hopes in the very near future, to be able to develop, demonstrate and introduce more cost effective and efficient propulsion products to add to its range and to better serve the marine industry. and test vessel.

The company has a background of successful innovations that have now become industry standards. A motto of the company is “Progress through creative engineering” and that is what it endeavours to achieve. Teignbridge works in close collaboration with the marine research company, Duncan Research and Development Ltd (DRD), which is independently funded.

For all enquiries: +44 1626 333377 Email: sales@teignbridge.co.uk

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Top left: ‘Seal of Excellence’ Certificate received by the European Commission. Top right: Teignbridge Propellers research and test vessel.

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New Centa and Christie & Grey global alliance will be a real asset to ship and boat builders & repairers worldwide Centa Antriebe Kirschey has entered into a strategic alliance with long established engine noise control specialists, Christie & Grey.

We have worked with Christie & Grey for some time but this new working partnership means that our combined experience will provide even greater technical knowledge, resource and support to our marine and industrial drive customers. Nigel Smith, Centa Transmissions.

The alliance will enable Centa to supply complete engine and structure borne noise and vibration removal packages that, as well as Centa’s flexible couplings, shafts, clutches and related products can now include Christie & Grey’s range of engine mountings, isolators and shock mounts. Founded in 1914, Christie & Grey has been involved in the development and production of vibration, noise and shock control solutions for marine and industrial markets for over 100 years. This long experience in helping vessel builders overcome vibration and shock problems adds much additional expertise and product options to Centa’s extensive drive capability. Add to this the fact that Centa is a leader in flexible couplings and carbon fibre shafting technology, engine builders,

ship and boat repairers & builders can now get everything they need to combat noise and vibration from one single source. As one of the first companies in the world to specialise in structure-borne noise control, Christie & Grey has routinely designed ground-breaking installations for over a century. And with Centa Transmissions’ 37 years’ experience in noise and vibration reduction, then a call to Centa will provide you with the option of a single component or a complete drive application and access to some of the most experienced engineers in the engine drives’ market. As well as marine drives, Centa also has a wide range of industrial couplings, shafts, clutches and PTO drives for all types of industrial plant, manufacturing and processing equipment, for a myriad of applications and industries.

We have undertaken many successful installations in partnership with Centa Distributors around the world. This new alliance will enhance our relationship with Centa and enable us both to offer superior engineered systems with guaranteed performance. Paul Turver, Managing Director, Christie & Grey.

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ME-GI Reference List Adds Largest Ethane Carriers Ever Constructed JHW orders multiple VLECs featuring MAN Diesel & Turbo propulsion package JHW has ordered 5 × 85,000 m3 Very Large Ethane Carriers (VLECs) for a JACCAR/Hartmann Reederei joint venture, called UEC (United Ethane Carriers); each vessel will be powered by a single MAN B&W 6G60ME-GI main engine. Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Offshore Co. Ltd. (DSIC) will construct the vessels in China, while Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) will build the engines in Korea. Delivery of the first carrier is scheduled for the middle of 2017. Captain Ulrich Adami, Fleet Manager of Hartmann Schiffahrts GmbH & Co. KG, said: “The ME-GI engine appealed to us for several reasons, not least its environmental credentials with negligible slip of gas fuel, and its robust, stable combustion properties, even in heavy seas. We also viewed its high fuel efficiency and its flexibility of being able to run on HFO or ethane as pluses when it came to selecting main engines for our newbuildings.” The engines will meet Tier III emission requirements with the aid of MAN Diesel & Turbo’s EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) technique. They will feature an injection pressure of 400 bar and form the main part of a propulsion system that also features a MAN Diesel & Turbo Alpha controllable pitch propeller. The ME-GI engines will drive VBS1810 propellers, which are the largest Mk 5 models (diameter 7.6 m) ordered from MAN Diesel & Turbo’s propeller portfolio to date. To maximise efficiency, the propeller plant employs propeller blades of Kappel design, as well as a fairing cone/rudder bulb

system. MAN Diesel & Turbo is also providing each vessel’s shaft-alternator system. Upon construction, the vessels will be the largest ethane carriers ever constructed. MAN Diesel & Turbo also reports that it currently has eight ethane engines on order. The JHW order stems from a letter of intent signed by Hartmann Schiffahrts Gmbh & Co. KG, Jaccar Holdings, HB Hunte Engineering and DNV GL at the SMM 2014 trade fair. New venture The newbuilding ethane carriers form the basis for United Ethane Carriers, a new ethane venture that the Hartmann Group is developing with Jaccar Holdings of Luxemburg for which long-term charters have already been secured. The vessels will also feature another world-first in the form of their innovative ‘Star-Trilobe’ tanks that consist of three cylinders combined into one. Due to better utilisation of the space in the cargo holds, this results in higher efficiency and allows an increase in cargo capacity of nearly 30% over similarly sized vessels with conventional tanks, reducing shipping costs through greater economies of scale.

About the ME-GI engine The ME-GI engine represents the culmination of many years’ work. Depending on relative price and availability, as well as environmental considerations, the ME-GI engine gives shipowners and operators the option of using either HFO or gas – predominantly natural gas. MAN Diesel & Turbo has also developed an ME-LGI version of the new technology that is capable of operating on methanol, and is currently developing an ME-LGI version capable of running on LPG. MAN Diesel & Turbo sees significant opportunities arising for gas-fuelled tonnage as fuel prices rise and modern exhaust-emission limits tighten. Indeed, research indicates that the ME-GI engine delivers significant reductions in CO2, NOx and SOx emissions. Furthermore, the ME-GI engine has no methane slip and is therefore the most environmentally friendly technology available. Ultimately, the ME-GI engine represents a highly efficient, flexible propulsion-plant solution. Below: High-resolution image of the Eco Star 85K Very Large Ethane Carrier with its overall length of 231.60 m; maximum breadth of 36.60 m; maximum deadweight of 50,000 mt; and scantling draught of 12.30 m (Image courtesy of Hartmann).

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PME GROUP ANNOUNCE UK PARTNERSHIP WITH AVENTICS CONTROL SYSTEMS PME Group is delighted to announce an official partnership with Aventics GmbH (Rexroth Pneumatics) for the UK market. As we talked to prospective clients regarding their MAN engine requirements it became apparent that there was a clear leader for proven ship control systems that we felt complimented our MAN range in both reliability and innovative design. We are delighted that we can now offer both products to shipbuilders throughout the UK Peter Chalk, MD, PME Group. Aventics control systems can be found on all types of ships around the world. Work vessels with classification, passenger liners, coastal cargo ships and even yachts rely on engineering expertise made in Germany. Regardless of which propulsion concept is required – the reversing gear system, the controllable pitch propeller system, or even new drive concepts such as hybrid systems such as the popular Marex OS III, Aventics can offer flexible and innovative solutions.

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In addition our partnership with Aventics means that we can offer their ballast tank pneumatic systems which are tailored to fit project specific requirements and have many advantages which include: • Less expensive than hydraulic solutions • Low working pressures of 5 to 7 bar • Valves with active position display for installation inside and outside of the tank • Single or double acting actuators ensure fail proof operation • Visualization and control via Marex AMC Customers already using Aventics systems in the UK include:

• Windfarm support vessels • Pilot boats • Patrol and protection vessels Following factory training for our sales and engineering teams we are now ready to offer this trusted product in the UK – from design to commission to aftercare with the added benefit of full official support from Aventics themselves. In addition to new build vessels, Aventics products have the advantage that they are relatively simple and extremely cost efficient to retro-fit should an owner decide to switch at a later date.

Aventics products are userfriendly, backed up by extensive experience in the field and the added bonus of state of the art technology. A fantastic example of this is the Marex ECS which is new to the market. This innovative engine remote control with integrated Wi-Fi has sophisticated technology combined with complex functionality yet easy handling. This results in reduced installation and commissioning issues and uncomplicated operation features. It can be adjusted wirelessly via Wi-Fi without additional software and hardware adapters. Using the standard web browser or any Smartphone, tablet or laptop. The guiding browser interface ensures smooth commissioning. Andy Pearce, Technical Sales, PME Group.

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‘Tractor-boat’ wins the hearts of critical crew De Haas/PowerPort keeps boat owners afloat with tailored and creative solutions

Surely you’re not going to put a tractor engine in our boat? was the initial response of a smartly dressed representative from Rijkswaterstaat (the Dutch Ministry of the Environment and Infrastructure) when Richard Stoffer of PowerPort suggested to upgrade a customs patrol boat with a John Deere engine. Now, his colleagues patrolling Rotterdam’s harbor can’t wait to get onboard Grote Stern. “She’s quiet and accelerates with no effort at all. We love our ‘tractor boat’!” With thousands of large cargo ships, container ships, bulk carriers, and smaller craft mooring at the Port of Rotterdam every year, Rijkswaterstaat’s customs and border protection have their work cut out for them. While cargo and paperwork are usually in order, they are always on the lookout for illegal shipments and are regularly surprised by the limitless creativity of smugglers. If a vessel looks like it might carry illegal cargo, Grote Stern will pass alongside it while divers check the bottom of the boat. One-stop-shop for creative solutions De Haas PowerPort, through its collaboration with De Haas Maassluis Shipyard, is responsible for maintenance and repair of Rijkswaterstaat’s fleet,

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including Grote Stern. Together, the two companies offer its customers a wide range of products and services in one central location; a one-stop-shop for creative solutions, innovative ideas and 24 hour service. “Our relationship with our customers is built on trust and flexibility; the word ‘no’ is simply not in our dictionary,” explains Stoffer, Managing Director at PowerPort. “We combine our facilities, knowledge and skills to provide every vessel in our care with excellent maintenance and our short lines of communication help us do so quickly and efficiently – saving customers time and money.” Nothing compares Grote Stern, (Dutch for Sandwich tern, a bird with a funny black crest), measures 18.5 meters (60.7 feet) long and has a beam of 4.20 meters (13.8 feet). When brought in for a maintenance overhaul in 2014, PowerPort suggested upgrading the engine with a PowerTech 6135SFM75 engine. “They were skeptical of the ‘tractor engine’,” Stoffer continues. “We showed them marine forums reviewing John Deere engines. They agreed after we told them we were so confident of the 13.5L, we’d stake our reputation on it. And they love it!” High torque enables the craft to accelerate easily. Although her maximum speed is 55 kph (33 mph), Rijkswaterstaat doesn’t

want an eager crew to get carried away, so PowerPort adjusted the boat to reach a top speed of 45 kph (28 mph). “It’s safer and more fuel efficient.” PowerPort has been an NPS Diesel (John Deere engine distributor) customer for four years. “No other brand can compare up to 559 kW (750 hp @2200 rpm). The engines are extremely reliable, easy to install and fuel efficient. When the engines are due for maintenance, there’s very little that needs replacing. Overall, maintenance and replacement costs are low. And regardless of a John Deere dealer’s focus – agricultural or marine – they can help out with whatever you need.” Making a difference PowerPort also made minor adjustments to the exhaust and sprayhood of Grote Stern. To eliminate water hammer, they placed the new engine and build the exhaust pipe about 30 cm (11.8 in) higher than the previous one to ensure it stays above the waterline. The oil filter and fuel filter are on the middle of the ship and is also for both engines on the service side, so to keep engine servicing easy however it is installed, PowerPort created a port and starboard version. That shows how PowerPort aims to make a difference: by addressing challenges before they happen.

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SHIP OIL POLLUTION EMERGENCY PLAN You might be aware that it is compulsory for all vessels more than 400 gross tons (oil tankers of more than 150gt) need to carry a Sopep on board as described in the Marpol convention Annex 1 reg 37. Part of the SOPEP is a kit is an oil spill box that is equipped with basic anti pollution equipment. This anti pollution equipment can be supplied by Zwanny-Ltd which can offer Sopep oilspill bags and boxes with the larger type being 900 litre. Zwanny-Ltd is a major international supplier for oil pollution equipment and

works with a number of manufactures to offer a choice of the best product for the application. The SOPEP kits Zwanny stocks are manufactured by the only meltblown manufacture of absorbents in The UK and each absorbent mat and sock/boom will contain at least 60% recycled polypropylene which will help with a reduction in plastic pollution and with your companies green credentials. Outside the use of Sopep kits on vessels these can be used in ports located in a number of areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s or marinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s as a tier 1 response to a spill in the water or on the Quay side.

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ROVs Work for Diving Companies and Entrepreneurs Almost every commercial diving company is now employing an ROV in some part of their operation. Most recognize the ROV is not a replacement for the diver, but rather a tool to help make his job safer, faster and easier. Inspecting a site with a remote controlled vehicle before sending someone below, allows both diver and topside personnel to better understand the working environment, nature and extent of the job. One company successfully using the ROV is Works of Diving Hong Kong Ltd, a member of the International Association of Diving Contractors. With more than 30 years’ experience in the commercial diving industry, co-owners Albert Lam and Tatsushi Kagaya have gained considerable expertise in marine engineering, and extensive knowledge of project management and design. Together they have the capability to execute all aspects of underwater construction, maintenance, repair, and demolition. The company has participated in many of Hong Kong’s big infrastructure projects such as the intake installations at the Lamma Island Power Station and KCRC West Rail, and the Submarine Outfall Installation. They do plant and facilities maintenance work for the Drainage Services Department, and have collaborated with China Guangzhou Salvage on bigger projects. Their extensive line of equipment includes a derrick lighter, tug boats, a full line of commercial diving equipment, underwater still and video cameras, and a JW Fishers SeaLion-2 ROV. A recent project where the ROV proved essential was the inspection of water storage tank at a local power station. Among the obstacles Works of Diving had to overcome were devising a way to get men and equipment to the top of the 15 meter high structure, and determining how to get inside the huge tank with an opening only 1/2 meter in diameter. The narrow steel tube leading into the dark interior was a tight fit for an average man, and would have been nearly impassable for a fully dressed diver. The solution proved to be the ROV which was easily lowered through the small opening, eliminating the need to send a person into the confined space. Operations Supervisor Andrew Jenner reported, p34 | www.dockyard-mag.com | March 2016

“The SeaLion worked extremely well sending us back some great video of the tank’s interior. It helped make this difficult job so much easier.” Another diving company utilizing an ROV is INSUB in Chile. Managing Director Pedro Bizama Mundaca is an accomplished oceanographer, commercial diver and graduate of the Chilean Navy’s Polytechnic Academy. INSUB offers a variety of services including bathymetric and hydrographic surveys, environmental impact studies, dredging, underwater welding, as well as inspection and maintenance of marine terminals and navigation aids. To assist in these projects the company acquired a JW Fishers SeaLion-2 ROV with a SCAN-650 sonar and single function manipulator. The sonar scans a 360 degree circle around the ROV providing the operator with a detailed image of the underwater environment and helping him guide the vehicle to the target of interest until it comes within video range of the ROV’s cameras. In a recent offshore operation the ROV was put to work inspecting a buoy marine terminal, a floating hull with a rotating head to which vessels can moor. “The SeaLion worked very well on this job” reported Mr. Mundaca. “We were able to examine the submerged hull, chain, and mooring without having to deploy a diver.” Commercial diving companies aren’t the only ones putting ROVs to work. Entrepreneurs, like Australian Steve Robinson, are also discovering how ROVs can provide unique opportunities and make their businesses more profitable. Steve is in the process of setting up a

In this picture: INSUB personnel with JW Fishers SeaLion-2 ROV, Inset above: Works of Diving Hong Kong’s team lowering ROV into tank.

business to collect rare seashells in water depths of 50 to 300 meters; far beyond the range of sport diving. These are no ordinary shells, but rather unique specimens in high demand by collectors. The buying and selling of these mollusks is a multimillion dollar worldwide industry. To ensure the harvesting of these rare specimens is sustainable, the industry is regulated by the Australian Fisheries Department, EPA, Conservation Council, and a number of other agencies. In addition to attempting to build a profitable enterprise, Robinson also plans on conducting scientific research in the deep waters off South Australia, an area very little is known about. He will be video mapping the ocean floor, examining the health of fish stocks, and looking for signs of subsea resources that could possibly be developed. To conduct all of these various tasks Steve is building a very specialized underwater robotic system capable of working in the high current of these deep water zones, with the capacity to pick up small delicate shells and deposit them in collection basket. At the heart of the system is a SeaLion-2. Steve says, “The key to this business was finding an ROV able to go these depths at an economical cost, which is why I choose Fishers vehicle. It has all the things I needed like auto depth, auto distance off bottom, and on screen display; and its ruggedly built and easy to field service. It just made sense to go with their system.” www.jwfishers.com

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SBG Systems Appoints Swathe Services as Official UK and Ireland Distributor SBG Systems has appointed Swathe Services to be an authorised sales and support distributor for the marine hydrography market in the UK and Ireland. This includes all products within the Ellipse, Ekinox and Apogee product lines and includes the Split-Box with associated components. SBG Systems offers a complete line of high performance and miniature Attitude and Heading Reference Systems (AHRS), Motion Reference Unit (MRU), Inertial Navigation Systems (INS) with embedded GNSS receiver (INS/GNSS). Their inertial navigation systems allow accurate data georeferencing whether a SONAR or LiDAR is mounted on a manned survey vessel, an Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV), a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), or an Autonomous Underwater Vessel (AUV). These compact, low power, and cost-effective sensors enable DVL or Dual Antenna GPS fusion with inertial data.

We are delighted to be given the opportunity to work one of the 500 fast growing companies in Europe, Middle East and Africa. SBG Systems complements our existing product line of sonars and sound velocity sensors and this will now allow us to offer a robust solution to a wide variety of hydrographic applications. James Williams, Managing Director of Swathe Services.

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Del Norte Technology Ltd Del Norte Technology Ltd is an ISO9001 2008 quality specialised Hydrographic Survey and Dredge company that supplies, installs and trains to support the industry. This includes Hypack, Hysweep and DredgePack software. Ceehydro Systems Ceescope product range together with Tritech Sidescan Sonar, Syqwest sub-bottom profiling instruments and WASSP system for Multi-beam Hydrographic surveys. Equipment commonly supplied with a system are Tide Gauges and velocity profile instruments from Valeport, Mini Swath systems from Ross Industries, Novatel RTK and Hemisphere DGPS receivers with all associated parts and cables to suite. WASSP Multi-Beam system is a new addition to our product line. We will only deal with quality products but also supply what the customer requires to satisfy the system requirements and purchased from UK representative companies where required. For a free consultation, advice and planning for you next project, call Laurie Smith on: +44(0)1803 844555 or Mob: +44(0)7836 741288

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We are honoured to work with Swathe Services, a leader in providing Hydrographic support to marine engineers, contractors & survey companies in UK and Ireland. We totally trust Swathe Services to point hydrographic surveyors towards the most suitable solution and to provide them with high level local services. Thibault Bonnevie, CEO of SBG SYSTEMS.

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RFID equipment marking Global Maritime Deep Sea Mooring lands Lundin Norway contract Global Maritime Deep Sea Mooring has been awarded a three year contract with Lundin Norway for mooring equipment services. Through the contract, Deep Sea Mooring confirms its leading position in the mooring market segment.

Global Maritime Group’s mooring equipment is marked with highly durable ID bands, which are placed where they are easy to spot and read. These bands ensure easy identification of all the equipment as well as complete traceability, which has become increasingly important for the industry, and provides myriad benefits in QHSE issues.

Deep Sea Mooring (DSM) will provide services and products supporting Lundin’s activities on the Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS) including mooring equipment for drilling rigs and accommodation units, and provision of offshore personnel. Lundin has the option to call on additional services related to mooring analysis, as well as pre-lay and rig move plans.

Given the present market conditions, we are especially pleased to see our Norwegian team has been awarded this three year contract with a reputable client as Lundin. Wolfgang Wandl, EVP Marine Contracting & Deep Sea Mooring.

This award adds significant strategic and financial value to our portfolio and we see the partnership with Lundin as a confirmation of the high quality of our people, services, technology and equipment. Åge Straume, Managing Director of Deep Sea Mooring for the North Atlantic..

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Deep Sea Mooring: Often the simplest innovations offer the most benefit. Global Maritime Group’s equipment marking and identification system is straightforward, yet revolutionary.

The risk of misreading identification information has been greatly reduced, less effort is needed to handle equipment, and less time is spent on such tasks as steel brushing, or locating the necessary information. All this impacts positively upon safety and efficiency. Since their introduction, Global Maritime Group’s bands have received overwhelmingly positive feedback from customers.

The contract secures important work in a challenging time for the offshore sector and fortifies DSM’s leading position of quality mooring services. DSM will be able to increase utilization of the existing portfolio of equipment.

In 2014 they developed this technology further, by fitting impact resistant RFID chips into each individual band. The chips enable remote reading of IDs during operations, saving time, as well as greatly reducing the exposure of personnel, and the likelihood of human error. RFID marking is being fully implemented on all our equipment during 2015. Key benefits: • Reduced operation time during pre-lay operations and rig moves • Increased QHSE levels for the personnel involved in the operation • Accurate data capture, such as as-laid documentation • Patented, unique system, designed for our industry

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Southern Ropes was founded over 30 years ago in 1984 and is one of the largest manufacturers of high quality synthetic ropes. Providing services and custom products to an array of markets, including Industrial Rope Access, Commercial Marine, Leisure Marine, Mining and the Armed Forces. Southern Ropes are at the forefront of rope innovation combining the latest rope making technologies with strong and durable materials like HMPE, Dyneema Fibre, Vectranâ&#x201E;˘ and Technora. The quality of the rope and cordage produced is respected all over the world. The original focus was to produce high tenacity, durable UV resistant, long lasting and reliable ropes at a competitive price. Southern Ropes has since grown and diversified to become a specialist synthetic rope and cord manufacture with an extensive product range that can meet all their customer requirements. Tug, Towing, Winch & Mooring Line Southern Ropes specialise in HMPE/ Dyneema

Fibre TUG, TOWING, WINCH and MOORING line. High performance towing at sea, lifting or winching lines with extremely high strength to weight ratio this has become a popular option. These are manufactured to both custom and standard specifications. HMPE/ Dyneema Fibre rope is a wire replacement rope, with less friction and drag in the water. HMPE / Dyneema Fibre tow lines or mooring lines are easier to handle and can be made in long lengths with no joins. The rope is polyurethane coated which reduces snagging and prolongs the longevity of the rope. The outer surface of these ropes is soft and the ropes will not damage the tug boat or the vessel it is being used on.

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These ropes are easy to deploy as they are light and easy to handle. This then speeds up the operation saving time and money as you need less crew on board the tugs.

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force than grade 80 chains, is extremely robust, tough and resilient to sharp and rough edges due to the chains increased strength. Operating in hot or cold environments from -60°c to +300°c ICE Chain offers the solution to your lifting requirements. From offshore, arctic projects to extreme materials handling at ports or construction sites where sharp and rough edges are present, RUD’s ICE Chain offers ultimate strength and resilience to varied environments.

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OI 2016: RECENT INNOVATIONS HELPING MARINE RENEWABLES ACHIEVE REAL COST REDUCTIONS Cost reduction is the constant aim of the marine renewable energy industry, and this year’s ‘Marine Renewables’ conference session on Tuesday 15 March, the opening day of Oceanology International 2016 (OI 2016), the world’s largest exhibition and conference for marine science and ocean technology (London’s ExCeL, 15-17 March), will be exploring some of the steps being taken to achieve this all-important goal. Like all the component parts of Oceanology International the conference is free to attend, online registration is at: www.oceanologyinternational.com “Join the marine renewables session at OI 2016 and hear from industry professionals about how recent innovations in modelling, surveying and foundation design are helping the industry achieve real cost reductions,” urge the co-chairs of the day-long session, Nick Murphy, Head of Operations, SeaRoc and Tony Hodgson, Global Business Development Manager – Renewable Energy, Fugro. “We will start by exploring some of the new techniques and technologies which are expanding our knowledge in offshore surveying, in areas such as underwater acoustics, quantifying turbulence, and dealing with WWII bombs and other unexploded ordinance. “After lunch we have a panel of experts who will present some of the more novel foundation systems which are being deployed to support offshore wind, tidal and wave energy projects around the world, and who will talk about a variety of projects they have been involved with, from large bore submarine drills, rock anchors and suction caissons to selfinstalling substations from Germany. “Finally we will wrap up with a session on new applications from existing technologies, at which we will hear from the European Space

Agency on how space tech is being applied in offshore renewables (and vice versa). These include the latest on floating LiDAR for offshore anemometry, and a commercial power application from wave energy today; as well as the fascinating world and complexities associated with physical modelling and replicating the environmental conditions of seabed scour.” Getting down to detail Including the chairmen there are fifteen speakers taking part in the ‘Marine Renewables’ conference stream which is divided into three sessions – ‘Surveying’, ‘Innovation in Foundations’; and ‘New Applications for Technologies’. First to give his presentation will be Fabian Wolk, President of Rockland Scientific Inc with ‘Quantifying turbulence in tidal channels’; Tritech International’s Senior Software Engineer, Dr Pauline Jepp, will follow with ‘’Field proven techniques in target identification and tracking using sonar technologies around marine current turbines’; after which ‘Advanced passive acoustics, from pre-installation to maintenance of offshore renewable installations and habitat monitoring’ will be the subject to be explored by Luc Simon, Business Development Manager, RTYS. The final presentation in the ‘Surveying’ session is by Anne Chabert, Chief Geophysicist at Fugro EMU on ‘The application of marine geophysical methods for unexploded ordnance (UXO) detection’. Following a 60 minute break, the ‘Innovation in Foundations’ session comprises four presentations followed by a panel discussion and Q&A. the first speaker will be Bill Shaw, Commercial Director of Bauer Renewables, looking at ‘Innovative seabed drilling solutions’; this will be followed by ‘Mono bucket foundations’ by Universal Foundation’s Director of Technology, Søren A. Nielsen. Michael McSherry, Marine Renewables Manager and Damian Callan, Technical Manager at

McLlaughlin & Harvey will be next at the lectern with ‘Innovative foundation installation techniques for offshore renewables projects’; followed by Jan Henning Gűnther, Lead Consulting Engineer at MAREVAL who takes ‘Suction can foundations and self-jacking installations’ as his topic. The final four speakers of the day will be looking at new applications for technologies. Callum Morrie, ESA IAP Offshore Energy Ambassador from the European Space Agency is first up, with ‘Developing roles for space applications in the offshore renewable energy sector under the European Space Agency’s Integrated Applications Promotion Programme (IAP)’. He will be followed by Graham Howe, Director of Sales – Europe at AXYS Technologies talking about ‘NORCOW FINO1 validation campaign: Study overview and results’; then the conference spotlight falls on Paul Watson, Director of Business Development UK & Europe at Ocean Power Technologies, speaking on ‘Improving data availability and accuracy of offshore environmental monitoring while also reducing cost and complexity through delivery of reliable persistent power’. The final speaker of the day is Richard Whitehouse, Technical Director of HR Wallingford with ‘ Taking the plunge: Physical modelling of scour under combined waves and currents’. Packed exhibition There are Canadian, French, German, Irish, Dutch and US national group stands at OI 2016, as well as a diving pavilion; and individual exhibitors come from 32 countries: Australia, Belgium, Canada, China, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, UAE, UK and the USA. Together they take up over 8,000m2 of stand space making OI 2016 the largest ever held in its 47 year history. In 2014 there were 520+ exhibiting companies and total attendance over the three days of over 8,400 industry professionals.

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SSA PRESIDENT POINTS TO THE VALUE OF WORKING TOGETHER IN THESE CHALLENGING TIMES The coming year will be challenging for the shipping industry as global markets face a slowdown, however, the measures put in place by the Singapore Government and Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) to help boost the industry are very encouraging, the President of the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA) told its members at its annual Lunar New Year Cocktail event in Singapore. Addressing invited guests, Esben Poulsson referred particularly to the extension of port dues concession for offshore support vessels and an additional 10% concession for container vessels, announced recently by Mr Khaw Boon Wan, Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Minister for Transport. Emphasising that the SSA was not known to just sit back and wait for goodies to be handed out, Mr Poulsson said: “The SSA is very fortunate to have active members who are very driven in safeguarding Singapore’s maritime interests and its status as an International Maritime Centre. “On top of their day job, these individuals readily volunteer to share their expertise, often sniffing out potential ideas that spark off initiatives, which they develop till fruition for the greater good of our industry,” he told the invited guests. He also outlined what initiatives the SSA has put in place to help shipping in these challenging times and in line with the encouragement by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong to urge Singapore to remain focused on the longer term, provide opportunities to upgrade skills, better productivity, and to give training a bigger push.

contribution of this man who has always kept the maritime community close to his heart and the Singapore flag flying high.” He also congratulated the SSA Young Executives Group (YEG) on reaching its 10th anniversary, which was launched on 16th February 2006 after the SSA Council recognised the need to nurture future leaders of the maritime industry. The President revealed how the SSA, along with other organisations including INTERTANKO and the Asian Shipowners’ Forum, has been hard at work drafting the ‘Regional Guide to Counter Piracy and Armed Robbery Against Ships in Asia’ published by ReCAAP ISC. “The guide is comprehensive, all encompassing, useful and relevant to seafarers on all ship types trading in Asia. It will assist them to avoid piracy attacks, deter and delay attacks, as well as provide recommended measures should an attack occur,” he said.

In his speech Mr Poulsson recognised the outstanding leadership of Singapore’ former Minister of Transport Mr Lui Tuck Yew, who was awarded Honorary Membership by the Association.

Members were updated on the progress of the Singapore War Risk Mutual (SWRM), which the SSA has pioneered. The SWRM has now been running for one year after it was originally set up to provide a local alternative of flexible and alternative war covers. A total of 19 SSA members have supported the project with 313 ships, which has exceeded its target for the first year. This number is expected to grow to 500 over the next six to 12 months.

He said: “On behalf of the SSA I would like to recognise the outstanding leadership and great

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ship finance, capital-bond markets and listings in Singapore. This reason for this decision was a perception that, along with insurance, this was an area where Singapore is not as strong as it should be. Work on this is currently ongoing. He added that the SSA is playing an integral role on various levels of the national SkillsFuture initiative and it has also chaired the Maritime Manpower Resource Panels (MMRP) on ship agencies and technical management. In preparation for the mandatory use of a mass flow metering (MFM) system for bunkering in Singapore from January 2017, the SSA has redesigned its existing bunkering courses and launched a third, to equip the shipping industry’s bunker cargo officers, surveyors, and all those involved, with the relevant competencies in the new benchmark for bunkering practices. Members also heard how the SSA has submitted a 13 page document to the Ministry of Finance for consideration during the Singapore Budget 2016 public consultation period. Mr Poulsson revealed the SSA’S plans to showcase the offshore and marine sector and raise the profile of Maritime Singapore with the ambitious event OSV@Vivo at Singapore Maritime Week in April. The event will include plans to berth two offshore support vessels (OSV) for a rarely available walkabout at its popular waterfront shopping mall Vivo City.

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World Economic Forum and the EC General Data Protection Regulation Updates This year’s World Economic Forum (WEF) was held in Davos in January hosting world leaders concentrating on economic issues. Prior to this annual meeting a 103 page Global Risk report was produced to identify the major concerns threatening world’s economies including climate change, food crises and weapons of mass destruction. Many industries are going through what is deemed as the fourth industrial revolution. With the maritime industry shifting to advanced technologies to help drive smart and intelligent shipping, these provide very exciting and innovative opportunities and are the biggest advance in maritime operations since the advent of the steam engine. Yet these technology advancements do bring major concerns in terms of cyber dependency and the major concern of cyber risks and threats. Cyber attacks are increasing and have become a global concern as many systems and devices that run critical infrastructure and decision making are now connected through the worldwide web. Cyber attacks have emerged as the most serious threat to North America. The frequency and volume of threats has increased to such alarming rates that they have become worldwide news such as the recent data breaches at Target, the Office of Personnel Management, Anthem and Ashley Madison. Public and private companies have become more vulnerable to cyber attacks as established IT security controls are now failing to protect the current systems. Many companies are not moving quickly enough to new technologies, often because of cost and time constraints. As a result, cyber attacks have been deemed the greatest threat and concern to eight global economies, the USA, Germany, Estonia, Japan, Holland, Switzerland, Singapore and Malaysia.

Cyber risks put the regulatory frameworks under pressure as they to adapt to these new high frequency and high risk economic threats. The European Commission has finally agreed the EU Data Protection reform which consists of two parts: the General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Directive. Each member state will start to formally adopt the new regulation from the beginning of 2016 and then a two year transition phase will follow. So what does this new General Data Protection mean for you and your business? • Companies that fail to comply with the new regulation could face regular data protection audits, a warning and then a possible fine of up to €20m or 4% of annual worldwide turnover • Right to Erasure - meaning that a person has the right to request the erasure of personal data • Data Deletion - meaning that data should not be kept longer than needed and should then be destroyed • Data Portability - meaning that a request of a copy of personal data should be possible • Data Breach Notification becomes mandatory, within 72 hours of discovery, to the national Supervisory Authority. Notification to individuals “without undue delay” • Joint Liability protection - meaning if you use cloud services you and the provider are jointly liable • A Data Protection Officer must be appointed by all companies that process data on Europeans, if the company employs more than 250 staff or has revenues above €50m

In light of these regulations, how does you company comply with this today? Do you have plans to hire a Data Protection Officer experienced in Data Security and responsible to deal with the General Data Protection Regulation? Can you handle the breach notification requirements and have you tested your capabilities and know who to contact if there is an issue? If you fail to comply you may be liable for a €20m fine - Do you have cyber insurance that will cover you against these risks? There are solutions and answers to these issues and questions. Do you want to learn more about cyber security and cyber risks? Would you like a cyber risk assessment for your business to show you how prepared you are for these new regulations? Do you want to get a cyber assessment to improve your ability to defend against these threats? Download the ESC White paper at: www.escgs.com/services/cyber-security/ white-papers

This means that is it highly important that cyber attacks become an urgent boardroom debate; they are no longer an IT problem, but a whole company problem.

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AkzoNobel announces first issue of carbon credits from Intersleek technology AkzoNobel has announced the issue of more than 126,000 carbon credits worth more than $500,000, the first to be awarded under the company’s landmark scheme for the shipping industry , which was developed in conjunction with the Gold Standard Foundation and the Fremco Group. Launched in 2014, the award winning program rewards ship owners who convert existing vessels from a biocidal antifouling to a premium, biocide free advanced hull coating such as AkzoNobel’s Intersleek, part of its International® brand, which is proven to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. On average, each of the 16 vessels included in the first issue achieved savings of just over 1,250 tons of fuel and 4,000 tons of CO2 per year, resulting in the award of 126,785 credits by the Gold Standard Foundation. That number is expected to increase as more vessels continue to enrol in the scheme.

“This is a tremendous moment both for AkzoNobel and the customers involved,” said Oscar Wezenbeek, Managing Director of AkzoNobel’s Marine Coatings business. “With the carbon credits program, we are demonstrating leadership and innovation in driving sustainability.” Based on the average 10 % CO2 savings recorded in this first carbon credits issue, the full fleet of over 4,500 vessels currently using Intersleek have already achieved total annual reductions in carbon emissions of around 17 million tons of CO2. That figure represents around 1.5 percent of the global emissions from shipping, as estimated by the 3rd IMO Greenhouse Gas Study. “We have long known that our Intersleek coatings can contribute to reducing carbon emissions from the shipping industry,” added Trevor Solomon, Intersleek Business Manager and Manager of the carbon credits program. “With the award of the first carbon credits, we now have independent validation and verification of those fuel and emission savings

by respected auditors and the Gold Standard Foundation.” The issue of the carbon credits followed a rigorous assessment of the scheme, which included validation and verification of the 16 participating vessels’ fuel consumption data by an independent auditor, RINA Services and the Gold Standard Foundation, in line with the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Clean Development Mechanism. AkzoNobel is currently in discussions with the enrolled ship owners regarding sale and offsetting options for their credits.

CERTAS ENERGY OFFERS VALVOLINE TECTYL PRODUCTS A PROTECTING FORCE FOR THE MARINE INDUSTRY As market leaders in the distribution of marine fuel and lubricants, Certas Energy supplies renowned Tectyl rust prevention products to the marine market. Certas Energy understands that maintaining vessels, equipment and machinery is essential to the smooth running of business and, for more than 85 years, customers around the world have chosen the Tectyl brand for innovative solutions, service and expertise – making Tectyl products the driving force in rust protection. Among the popular Tectyl products that Certas Energy offers for the marine industry is the Tectyl Multi Purpose 506, which is based on the well-known Tectyl 506. As a general purpose corrosion inhibitor, Tectyl Multi Purpose 506 cannot be beaten. A powerful water-displacing compound, it is suitable for a wide range of applications, such as vehicle rust proofing, as well as the protection of machinery and parts in (outside) storage, and cures to an ambercoloured, waxy, firm film. Tectyl Multi Purpose Clear, based on the water-based Tectyl 300G Clear E, offers permanent protection of metal parts for the protection of flanges, pies, bolts, nuts p48 | www.dockyard-mag.com | March 2016

and connectors. The combination of a water based, transparent and flexible corrosion preventative coating is unique, offering the possibility for visual inspection, but is also over paintable with topcoat systems. It can be applied direct to metal and remains flexible for a wide variety of applications. Certas Energy stocks a comprehensive range of Valvoline Tectyl products, whose protective coatings exhibit strong adhesive properties with metal surfaces, in turn forming an active polar-binded rust preventative barrier.

Tectyl products are engineered for short or long, indoor or outdoor exposure and are designed to help metal surfaces resist the effects of moisture, salt spray and even harsh corrosives. Tectyl products are formulated in a variety of coating types from thin, clear coatings and heavy duty wax, to black bituminous products. Some are available as a non solvent or waterborne form, where products with a high solvent content are not permitted for environmental, health or safety reasons. The Tectyl product range also includes a sound damping product line called V-damp, a liquid sound damper spray with applications in various industries.

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Load Cells Monitor Weight as Cranes Operate on Temporary Shoring Columns Forty 10 ton wireless compression load cells from Straightpoint monitor forces on temporary shoring columns used to support two tower cranes during the Century City Mall project on Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, California. Two cranes from rental company Mr. Crane, supplied by Morrow Equipment Co., are supported by the existing columns and shoring posts, as load cells calculate total mass and center of gravity of the cranes and subsequent lifted loads. Both cranes are located on an existing, two floor, underground parking garage. A Liebherr 630 EC-H 20 Litronic is stationary, while a Liebherr 542 HC-L18 Litronic operates on rails and traverses the length of the project in stages. The cranes used to erect them on the garage were a Liebherr LR1300 crawler crane and a Liebherr LTM1400-7.1 hydraulic truck crane. There is a third tower crane, another 630, on a standard foundation on the ‘Macy’s side’ of the project. Each crane is supported from the deck down to the final slab of the structure using jackscrew shoring posts on both floors of the car park, positioned at each of the four corners of the stationary crane, and along the pathway for the traveling crane.

Mark Sovocool, Engineering Manager, Mr. Crane, said: “The track system is a typical Liebherr bogie and track system, with electrically driven bogies. What is under the track is anything but typical. We came up with a block system, with blocks designed by Coreslab Structures (LA) Inc., to support the track and crane that can be easily removed once the project is complete.” Traversing the roof The tracks sit on two rows of 20,000 lb. concrete blocks extending approximately 100 yards across the top of the parking garage. The temporary shoring columns and wireless load indicating compression load cells are moved across the parking garage below as the crane transverses the roof top overhead. John Molidor, General Manager, Straightpoint Inc., said: “A sampling of the shoring column loads is provided by 40 wireless 10 ton compression load cells. The wireless load data is transmitted to a Windows PC (or tablet) running our SW-MWLC software. The software’s web server function transmits the real time load data via a local area network to the tower crane operators high above, allowing them to

view the live loads on mobile technology such as an iPhone or Android device. Our SMS alert system is employed to monitor the loads associated with the cranes. Maximum load thresholds are established and if reached key engineers and project administrators will be automatically notified via email and text of the alarming conditions.” Sovocool added: “It is important to monitor loads so we can check there is a good distribution of force onto all of the shores in the immediate vicinity of the crane. The load cells allow our personnel to walk around the shoring posts and get wirelessly live readings of the force under a sampling of the shore posts, giving us some idea as to what the posts are actually seeing as the crane swings, and in some cases travels. The goal was to ensure that no single post was overloaded.” The whole project is a remodel and expansion of the mall. It involved clearing existing structures on the top floor (shops), reinforcing structural components and erecting steel for the new sections of the mall. Typical loads are below 20,000 lbs., with some critical lifts up to 42,000 lbs. The mobile cranes have been removed from the project, but all three tower cranes remain. The load cells on the two garage supported tower cranes are still in place.

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Diamond Diesels UK Ltd

Tel +44 (0)1977 683690

Website. www.diamonddiesels.co.uk

Page 37

Echomax

Tel +44 (0)1371 830216

Website. www.echomax.co.uk

Page 45

Everard Insurance Ltd

Tel +44 (0)1732 224680

Website. www.everardinsurance.co.uk

OBC

Falmouth Divers

Tel +44 (0)1326 374736

Website. www.falmouthdivers.com

Page 9

Global Corrosion Solutions Ltd

Tel +44 (0)330 0229030

Website. www.neutrarustuk.com

Page 13

Glamox Luxo

Tel +44 (0)2089 530540

Website. www.glamox.com/uk

Page 11

Jenkins Marine

Tel +44 (0)1202 668558

Website. www.jenkinsmarine.co.uk

Page 35

JW Fishers Ltd

Tel (508) 822-7330

Website. www.jwfishers.com

Page 11

M.E.S.

Tel +31 (0)183 50 20 52

Website. www.mestrading.com

Page 5

Petans

Tel +44 (0)1603 891 255

Website. www.petans.co.uk

Page 31

PME Group

Tel +44 (0)1202 622346

Website. www.mandiesel.co.uk

Page 33

Reich Drive Systems UK

Tel +44 (0)161 714 4191

Website. www.reich-uk.com

Page 41

RUD Chains

Tel +44 (0)1227 276611

Website. www.rud.co.uk

Page 25

Scania

Tel +44 (0)7899 831 089

Website. www.scania.com

Page 37

SML Paints & Coatings

Tel +44 (0)1285 862132

Website. www.smlpaints&coatings.co.uk

Page 39

Southern Ropes

Tel +44 (0)1489 589333

Website. www.southernropes.co.za

Page 41

Strangford Moorings

Tel +44 (0)2897 541880

Website. www.strangfordmoorings.co.uk

Page 27

Teinbridge Propellers

Tel +44 (0)1626 333377

Website. www.teinbridge.co.uk

Page 13

Turner EPS Ltd

Tel +44 (0)1224 723925

Website. www.turner-eps.co.uk

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