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October 2015 Issue

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Welcome to the October issue of Dockyard - the magazine for the commercial marine and renewable markets.

In this issue we are covering a huge variety of topics, ranging from Deck Equipment & Lifting Gear, Marine Finance, Insurance & Legal, Moorings, Ropes, Chains & Anchors, Marine Renewables & Windfarms, Propulsion.

On Pg 8 within ‘Industry News’, Petrofac urge thousands of marine crew to be prepared for Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping changes.

On Pg 25, Seaflex talks about air-filled byoyancy uinits finding a growing market in the field draught reduction projects.

On Pg 26 within our ‘Propulsion’ section, Scania discuss the new lineup of marine engines based on their latest technology.

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New pontoons for Port of Ramsgate

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The Port of Ramsgate has just completed the installation of a new pontoon system thanks to EU funding.

The pontoons are situated in the Western Gulley of the Royal Harbour Marina, between the Commercial Quay and West Pier.

Historically, this area has been dedicated for sole use by Ramsgate Small Boat Owners Association (RSBOA) offering lower cost moorings for smaller vessels.

Mooring of these small boats was previously provided through a matrix of anchored mooring chains known as a ‘chain trot mooring system’ that frequently required difficult and costly repairs by volunteers.

The complexity of these chains lying on the seabed also complicated any dredging, with entanglement of riser chains making it a time consuming and expensive exercise.

The new pontoon system consists of a primary walkway spine pontoon 46m long, with eight secondary finger pontoons to create eight bays for the safe mooring of 30 boats berthed in a Mediterranean style basis.

The pontoons are constructed using galvanised steel frames, concrete encapsulated floatation units and GRP anti slip decking supplied by Solent Marine Ltd and have a design life of 25 years.

The configuration of the modular pontoon units optimises the water space available within the designated area, providing safer berthing and access for vessels.

The association is now hoping to clear their membership waiting list, allowing more people to enjoy the new facilities and maritime activities at the Royal Harbour.

The new pontoons were purchased with match funding from a European Interreg funding stream called Yacht Valley.

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The existing chain removal, dredging and installation was funded

by Thanet District Council.

The harbour maintenance team worked closely with the crew of the MV Mannin to combine annual maintenance dredging with a technically challenging installation.

Following the installation of a new heavy duty chain and sinker mooring system to stabilise any movement of the new pontoons, the system has been monitored over a period of tidal cycles to ensure it maintains its line and position.

Now final tests are complete and safety ladders fitted, RSBOA will fit their own solar powered, low energy LED lighting within the walkway decking as an additional safety feature on the pontoons.

“The Ramsgate Small Boat Owners Association wish to express their gratitude to the Harbour Master and his staff for our new pontoon mooring system. This will not only simplify mooring for our members, but will also make it easier to maintain a sufficient depth of water at all times.”

Michael Hart, RSBOA spokesman.

“Improving facilities for all our users is a top priority for us and I am thrilled that these pontoons will enhance moorings for small boat owners, and even enable new people to experience our facilities.

These new pontoons are the second set to have been installed this year and are another development in our exciting plans for the future of Ramsgate Port, as detailed in our Maritime Plan.” Hunter Stummer-Schmertzing, Cabinet member for

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In January 2014, an order was placed with Damen Shipyards Group for two Platform Supply Vessels (PSV).

The first vessel, Mamola Reliance, was delivered in February 2015 and is currently in service, managed by PROMAR, in the West African market.

This second vessel, Mamola Defender, is expected to be operational in the same region. The naming ceremony of the vessel took place on 23 September 2015.

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Five pilot project...

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The global classification society DNV GL and 25 partners from the Norwegian maritime industry and the Norwegian authority have presented the five pilots project.

The project will be pursued as part of Norway’s Green Coastal Shipping Programme. The pilot project includes several different ship types and infrastructure with an emphasis on alternative fuel concepts.

Torqeedo partners with Frauscher Bootswerft...

Torqeedo GmbH has announced it will be equipping Austrian boat builder, Frauscher Bootswerft GmbH, with its advanced Deep Blue propulsion system.

With immediate effect, Torqeedo will be supplying its Deep Blue systems for Frauscher’s 650 Alassio, 680 Lido, 740 Mirage, 750 St. Tropez and the recently launched 740 Mirage Air models.

Frauscher has worked closely with Torqeedo on drive and battery technology since 2005 and is hugely impressed by its advanced technology. The Deep Blue motor concept developed by Torqeedo demonstrates the high-safety standards as found in the automotive industry, making it the world’s only high-voltage marine drive system in serial production. Torqeedo only uses high-performance lithium batteries, modified for marine applications, which come with a nine-year guarantee on the capacity of the lithium batteries. All the components of the Deep Blue system are waterproofed to IP67 and the state-of-the art monitoring technology, with pilot lines and insulation monitors, safeguard the high-voltage system against the risk of short circuits.

Commenting on the partnership, Stefan Frauscher, Co CEO at Frauscher explains, “Our link with Torqeedo represents a logical step with regards to performance, efficiency and safety. Our boats are aimed at the premium sector in the boating market, which is why we make no compromises when choosing the very best components.

There’s simply no alternative to Torqeedo’s Deep Blue when it comes to safe and fully integrated e-solutions on the water.”

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Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne toured NorSea Group’s UK headquarters during a visit to Aberdeen this week. During the tour Walter Robertson, MD of NorSea Group (UK), gave the Minister an update on the work the company is carrying out in support of the subsea, construction and decommissioning sectors.

Norwegian operator, Umoe Mandal, has purchased six External Panorama Pantograph heavy duty windscreen wipers from UK based DuroWipers to equip a newbuild Surface Effect Ship (SES).

NorSea Group provides a vendor consolidation service at its Altens HQ prior to transporting equipment to the company’s deepwater quayside facilities at Peterhead and Montrose. The primary role is to ensure the safe and efficient transfer of goods and equipment to and from vessels.

The Chancellor’s visit to NorSea Group followed on from a visit to Maersk where he welcomed news that £3million is to be invested in developing the Culzean gas field by Maersk and its business partners. The work will safeguard 6000 UK jobs and create more than 400 new ones.

Mr Osbourne said: “The announcement of a £3 billion investment in the Culzean oil field sends a clear signal that the North Sea is open for business. The UK’s Oil & Gas sector already supports hundreds of thousands of jobs and this new investment, which was only possible because of government support, will help protect those jobs and create many more.

Mr Ole Guttorm Ihme, contract manager, Umoe Mandal, said: “DuroWipers were selected based on their weight, price and quality. Light weight equipment is immensely important for an SES in order to achieve greater comfort at speeds of 40 knots, which the vessels are known for.”

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“We were very pleased to have the chance to brief the Minister on NorSea Group’s involvement in the UK and on the services available to the wider Oil & Gas industry through our facilities,” said Mr Robertson. “The industry as we all acknowledge has gone through a difficult time lately however this announcement, along with other recent announcements about investment in the North Sea, means the industry can look forward with a sense of optimism which is something we all welcome.”

Statkraft has entered into an initial six month charter agreement for the new WaveCraft vessel to transport its O&M turbine technicians to and from the Sheringham Shoal offshore windfarm off the coast of Norfolk.

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Industry News

Petrofac urges marine employers to be prepared ahead of regulatory changes Employers of thousands of marine crew are being urged to be prepared following changes to the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) - or face potentially being unable to set sail.

The changes affect UK seafarers who hold basic STCW certification, or have six months or more sea service prior to 1 August 1998 and are deemed to be qualified in any of the following: • Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting • Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting • Personal Survival Techniques • Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats • Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats

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George Masson, Marine Team Leader at Petrofac Training Services’ (PTS) quayside facility in Aberdeen, explained:

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“The changes are being introduced to ensure seafarers maintain the necessary standards of competence to undertake practical emergency, occupational safety and survival functions such as launching life rafts or dealing with fires.”

As of 1 January 2017, seafarers must have completed the training course or updating training within the previous five years, followed by refresher training every five years.

While the requirements are being introduced globally, UK employers are expected to be amongst those most affected as updating training has already been standard practice in many regions.

Seafarers who hold UK certification have been required to demonstrate their competence on an ongoing basis on board their vessel but are unlikely to have undertaken approved refresher training.

Employers of personnel working on all types of vessel will be affected, including

supply ships, support vessels, ERRVs, FPSOs, drillships, ferries and flotels, amongst others.

“The new requirements will apply to thousands of seafarers, so we are encouraging companies to be ahead of the game and to plan their training schedules accordingly. The worst case scenario is that workers may not be able to sail and carry out their duties but this can be avoided.” George Masson added.

PTS is approved by the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) to deliver initial and updating training for all the required courses, and is also arranging an increasing number of courses to meet customer-specific requirements.

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Damen delivers ASD Tug 2810 ICE to Klasco, Lithuania The Damen Shipyards Group has delivered an ASD Tug 2810 ICE to Klasco Towage Assistance, an affiliate of Klaipeda Stevedoring Company (KLASCO). The largest tugboat service provider in the Port of Klaipeda (Lithuania), this is the company’s first purchase of a Damen tug, although it also currently charters a Damen 3110 from the Klaipeda State Seaport Authority.

Named the Klasco-3, the ASD Tug 2810 ICE will be based in Klaipeda and participate in day-to-day port towage operations there. She will have the distinction of being the first tug in Klaipeda with an ARC4 ice class and escort notation approved by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping, together with a top of the range firefighting system and other modern equipment.

“Klasco-3 was purchased as part of our ongoing capacity improvement strategy. We initiated an international open tender in March 2015 for the purchase of a new modern ASD tug that would meet our specific requirements. After a two month process of discussions and negotiations with a number of shipyards, Damen was declared the winner. The decision was based on its competitive pricing, outstanding technical specification, short delivery time and the aftersales service package including maintenance.

We believe that Klasco-3 will fully satisfy the needs of our current and future clients and make the port of Klaipeda more competitive and safe for visiting vessels.” Gediminas Rubys, Director of Klasco Towage Assistance.

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Although Klaipeda is ice free all year round, floating ice can come down the river, hence the requirement for an ICE class tug. With the air temperature capable of reaching -25 degrees C, winterisation was also a necessity, involving the fitting of additional insulation to the engine room decks and sides, and to the RP room, plus heated windows, good thermal insulation of the accommodation area, and heating systems capable of managing the winter cold.

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The vessel was available from stock at Damen Shipyards Galati, with the additional fitting out and commissioning being completed in just three months.

Damen Shipyards Group operates 32 shipbuilding and repair yards, employing 9,000 people worldwide. Damen has delivered more than 5,000 vessels in more than 100 countries and delivers some 160 vessels annually to customers worldwide. Based on its unique, standardised ship-design concept Damen is able to guarantee consistent quality.

Damen’s focus on standardisation, modular construction and keeping vessels in stock leads to short delivery times, low ‘total cost of ownership’, high resale values and reliable performance.

Furthermore, Damen vessels are based on thorough R&D and proven technology.

Damen offers a wide range of products, including tugs, workboats, naval and patrol vessels, high speed craft, cargo vessels, dredgers, vessels for the offshore industry, ferries, pontoons and superyachts.

For nearly all vessel types Damen offers a broad range of services, including maintenance, spare parts delivery, training and the transfer of (shipbuilding) know-how. Damen also offers a variety of marine components, such as nozzles, rudders, anchors, anchor chains and steel works.

In addition to ship design and shipbuilding, Damen Shiprepair & Conversion has a worldwide network of 15 repair and conversion yards with dry docks ranging up to 420 x 80 metres. Conversion projects range from adapting vessels to today’s requirements and regulations to the complete conversion of large offshore structures. DSC completes around 1,500 repair and maintenance jobs annually.

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A fond farewell for ZF Services UK’s Mr Marine Peter Nelmes retires after 20 years with ZF. Known as Mr Marine by customers and colleagues. Recently received Lifetime Achievement Award.

ZF Services UK has bid a fond farewell to Peter Nelmes, the company’s ‘Mr Marine’, who has retired after 20 years loyal service.

He became of retirement age two years ago but stayed on because he enjoyed the job so much.

He was congratulated on his successful career and wished a happy retirement by Graham Truckel, Managing Director of ZF Services UK.

“Having known Peter for many years I can say he has been a real pleasure to work with. We first worked together at Hurth, the gearbox company now part of ZF, and then at ZF Services UK.

He always showed great commitment, knowledge and insight and it was obvious he thoroughly enjoyed what he was doing, it was more than just a job to him. I and his former colleagues wish him the very best for the future.”

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In June Peter was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the annual Seawork International exhibition in Southampton in recognition of his 35 years in the Marine industry.

Peter, who operated out of ZF Services UK’s Nottingham facility, said he would miss the ‘many nice people’ he had met and worked with over the years.

In this picture: Peter Nelmes (right), Business Manager, Marine Products, ZF Services UK, is thanked on his retirement for his 20 years commitment and hard work for the company by Managing Director Graham Truckel.

Young people celebrated at MDL Sail Training Awards

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Four deserving young people who won a place on this year’s MDL Sail Training Awards voyage were officially recognised for their achievement

by Lord Iliffe, Chairman of MDL’s parent company, yesterday at the Southampton Boat Show.

The youngsters returned from their trip earlier this year after spending six nights at sea with the Ocean Youth Trust South.

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The MDL-sponsored awards, which have been running for nearly 30 years, offer admirable young people - carefully selected due to their exceptional accomplishments, or for overcoming adverse personal circumstances – the opportunity of a lifetime aboard the training yacht.

Joining a team on board the ketch ‘John Laing’ were Colm Craig, 17 from Brixham, 15 year-old Lowri Fleet, from Torquay, Joseph Harnett, 12 from Southampton,

and 12 year-old Meagon Howie, from Portsmouth.

The week-long round trip, from Ocean Village Marina in Southampton, saw them plotting their intended course and getting involved with all elements of sailing. During the voyage the participants also had the opportunity to obtain the Competent Crew certificate, an RYA recognised qualification.

The Ocean Youth Trust South team were so impressed with one of the participants, Colm Craig, that he was invited to train to become a volunteer for the charity.

Colm has now completed his volunteer boson qualification, training for which includes leaning to conduct safety checks and basic boat maintenance, as well as supporting the skipper and watchleaders.

Colm’s second voyage was supported by a grant from the Andrew Simpson Sailing Foundation.

“Our Sail Training Awards are a very important initiative for us

and the last 28 years have seen us help well over a hundred young people to experience something truly exceptional. We are big supporters of the work of Ocean Youth Trust South and it’s fantastic that they can reward these youngsters with such a brilliant adventure that really does give them skills for life.” Adrien Burnand, Head of Marketing

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Women on top at London International Shipping Week

Sue Terpilowski OBE, President of WISTAUK - part of the Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association – believes that holding WISTA-UK activities on the first day of the week-long event pays tribute to those women working in the industry,

“It’s a positive step towards encouraging more women into shipping and also recognising and fostering the skills of those who are currently working in maritime related roles.”

LISW has grown exponentially in size and prestige since its debut in 2013

and this will be the biggest event so far with more than 100 sessions scheduled across the five days. The UK is a world leader in shipping and London is seen as a market leader in maritime finance with around 40% of global chartering taking place in the capital. Over the years LISW has developed to reflect the scope and demand of the global maritime market.

The series of WISTA-UK events for LISW have received such an overwhelming response from the industry that consequently, tickets to all sessions have been completely booked. Seats have been snatched up not only by Londoners, but also maritime enthusiasts from all over the UK and a number of different countries including Greece, The Netherlands, Estonia, Malta, and as far away as India.

Open to the public, the WISTA-UK event schedule for LISW features an interesting topical agenda aimed at stimulating debate and encouraging attendants to

learn from their peers. The first seminar, ‘Women in Command’ will examine the woman’s role in the industry, presenting a challenging new perspective.

The second session, ‘The Perfect Dilemma – an Interactive Workshop’ will focus on the complexities of maritime casualties and provide advice on how to react to these incidents, and the third session, ‘Old Father Thames - there’s life in the old man yet’ will explore the past, present and future of our remarkable River Thames.

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London International Shipping Week (LISW) is leading the way for women in shipping by placing WISTA-UK’s programme of activities at the forefront of the eagerly anticipated event.

These thought-provoking seminars and interactive workshops will provide the perfect opportunity for individuals to network with key industry experts and unite over a shared passion for shipping.

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Seven Seas, five divisions, one supplier responding swiftly to our customers’ supply chain requirements. We see agility as a very strong differentiator in an often dynamic, complex and highly competitive marketplace.

The five new umbrella divisions are: 1. Seven Seas Ship Supply 2. Seven Seas Marine Spares 3. Stromme, Cleaning Solutions, the company’s cargo hold and vessel cleaning division 4. Wave Shipping, which adds port agency services to Seven Seas’ portfolio 5. Cubisol, Maritime IT Solutions

Offering a full suite of innovative port agency solutions, we see Wave Shipping as an inspiring, game-changing business unit that is already bringing disruptive improvements to port agency services. There are exciting synergies between the ship supply and port agency sectors which we are working on optimising as integrated solutions in order to deliver on our mission to provide a higher level of control, transparency and consistency in serving our customers and partners within

“The consolidation of Seven Seas’ range of new and existing products and services into five distinct business units creates a more simplified, dedicated structure from which we can better serve our customers.

Essentially, this more customer-focused structure provides for greater agility in

Referring to the addition of maritime IT and port agency solutions to Seven Seas’ existing portfolio, Rosenkrands said that the introduction of these new services is “demonstrative of our commitment to providing full service capability.

the maritime industry.

All our services will be underpinned by Cubisol – our maritime IT solutions business. This new business stream will be the backbone to all our customers’ shipping solutions, providing qualified decision support, enhanced communications and supply chain integration, with a focus on reducing the total cost of operations.”

Lars Rosenkrands, Chief Executive Officer.

Speaking of the other business units in the group, Rosenkrands said: “The Marine Spares division, which has operated from Germany to serve primarily the European market, will now be expanded globally with a network of technical experts in key countries. We have also appointed a new Managing Director for the Stromme business unit, Graham Hunter, who will lead the expansion of the cargo hold and vessel cleaning division into new market areas.”

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Seven Seas, the leading supplier of provisions, technical, equipment, spare parts and services to the marine and offshore sectors, has separated its portfolio of products and services into five distinct business units as part of a much wider strategy to overhaul the international ship supply and port agency sectors.

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New Tomboy 22 fills niche for small, multipurpose workboats

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Brothers Harm and Wieger de Wit of De Wit Workboats from the Netherlands are responsible for this unique new concept.

“We realized that there are very few small dedicated workboats on the market, and we wanted to change that”, explains Wieger. “you see a lot of light-weight, fast workboats available.

However we aim at the audience that wants a steel heavy duty boat which is durable and can serve on projects for many years.”

transport, and the self-draining working deck and high coaming make sure that the boat can be safely operated.

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Sales of this Tomboy is handled by Marine Equipment Services BV from Arkel, The Netherlands.

This smaller version of the Tomboy 26 is lighter and even more suitable for quick on and offshore hoisting, due to its single lifting hook on the steering console.

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Tomboy 22 was designed for towing duties, crew tendering or rope running. The containerized dimensions allow for easy

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Asset management With costs rising and managers looking for longer term asset survival, an appreciation of the benefits of cathodic protection, in particular sacrificial anode systems, is a worthwhile study. Anodes are now being brought to the forefront of thinking by asset managers and operational directors across the whole marine sector; inland, coastal and offshore.

Practical solution A consideration of sacrificial systems as preventative engineering solution can save time, money and preserve asset value – especially where any development is dependent on its steel infrastructure.

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Accelerated Low Water Corrosion has been amongst us for many years, indeed occurrences of ALWC have been noted in surveys and maintenance reports as far back as the first half of the 20th century. In view of this history and the presence of ALWC promoting bacteria in all marine environments, owners of ports, harbours and marinas would be strongly advised to include ALWC corrosion protection on all maritime structures.

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Sound contract win for Meercat UK boatbuilder, Meercat Workboats of Portchester, has beaten competition from across Europe to secure an important contract to build its 24th newbuild vessel.

The 14m multi-purpose workboat will be built for Cattewater Harbour Commissioners (CHC), one of the harbour authorities at Plymouth in Devon and the largest port in the South West of the UK.

“With the tender open across Europe it was gratifying to see the Cattewater Harbour Commissioners select a company just down the South Coast. It is further recognition of the excellence of design, engineering, manufacturing and boatbuilding we still have in this country.” James Lewis,

Operations Director, Meercat Workboats.

The new workboat will be powered by twin Doosan L136Ti engines delivering a total of 460hp with a top free-running speed

of 8 knots. It will also have a bow thruster and two foot-controlled one tonne CH-10 ‘North Sea’ capstans.

Its Heila HLM 10-3S deck crane will be capable of lifting 800kg at 10.4m metres, whilst the four-tonne ‘North Sea’ Tugger winch has remote control capabilities.

Other features include a deck strength of nine tonnes/sq m, deck cargo capacity of 12 tonnes and a Sleipner hand hydraulic twin rudder.

range to include barges, canal tugs, larger workboats and wind farm support vessels.

All vessels are designed and built at Portchester, in the Solent region.

Multi-purpose Meercats are easily transportable around the country by road, including for use on the coast, ports, harbours, lakes and watercourses inland.

Below: Meercat has secured a contract to build a 14m multi-purpose workboat for Cattewater Harbour Commissioners (CHC)

The workboat will be the fourth to be delivered by Meercat after it was bought

by Britain’s largest independent ship repairer Burgess Marine in September 2014. It will be the 24th vessel built by Meercat since it was formed in 2006.

Meercat is on target to complete the 14m by 5m vessel for the harbour authority’s fleet in mid-November.

The new contract means continued job security for Meercat’s skilled and experienced workforce.

Meercat aims to expand its versatile

Fishing industry giant celebrates 50 years of success

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Staff at Belzona Polymerics Ltd. celebrated Strategic Fishing Industry Manager, Peter Irvine’s 50th anniversary with the company.

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Peter joined Belzona, a global protective coatings and repair composites manufacturer, at the age of 21 in 1965.

He originally joined as a Sales Engineer and after five years took on the role of Independent Distributor for a large part of Scotland and the Fishing Industry.

He held this position for 36 years, before becoming Strategic Fishing Industry Manager, a position he has held for the past nine years.

As Strategic Industry Manager for the fishing industry, Peter concentrates all his sales efforts into servicing this industry across Scotland and Ireland.

He successfully developed the Belesta range and now sells the complete range of Belzona repair and maintenance solutions.

“50 years of dedication and service – what an incredible achievement. Many congratulations Peter on your fantastic Belzona career. When I joined Belzona, Peter had already completed his first 25 years and was about to begin his next. What struck me about Peter in those early days of knowing him was his energy and his commitment to his customers; Peter was always prepared to go the extra mile to provide what his customers needed, in particular the very demanding Fishing Industry.”

Steve Cooper, Commercial Director.

Above: Peter with Belzona’s Managing Director Ron Campbell

Above: Peter Irvine at the start of his career

More power and efficiency from Scania

The XPI fuel-injection system has long been used in Scania’s engines for trucks and industrial applications, but in the past this system, due to its sensitivity to fuel quality was not considered to have the necessary reserves of reliability for marine applications.

Maritime Journal attended the press launch of the new engine in the Stockholm Archipelago. Two vessels were available for appraisal, both with twin engine Scania DI16 setups both driving throughT Rolls-Royce waterjets. The Björn Christer, is one of the Swedish lifeboat service’s three largest offshore rescue vessels which the service invested in following the highlighting of shortcomings in Sweden’s long range rescue capabilities by the Estonia ferry disaster. The vessel had recently been re-engined with these newer Scania engines. We also sampled Scania XPI power aboard a Finnish-built Watercat M18 AMC. This 19.9m multi role combat support service vessel had a maximum speed of over 45 knots thanks to its 2300hp setup.

Svante Lejon is a senior technical adviser within Scania’s Research and Development division and his responsibilities include developing technical performance concepts for industrial and marine engines.

“The XPI system introduces more fuel into the cylinders in a shorter time, providing more power,” he says. “However, this also places higher demands on both the filtration system and the cleanliness of the fuel, as the system is more sensitive to particles.”

Lejon says the challenges involved have meant that Scania has not previously used common-rail technology in its marine solutions. “The fuel quality required for marine applications is different to that for trucks and industrial applications,” he says.

“However, filter technology has now reached a level that allows for performance and uptime to be maintained at the high level that Scania expects.”

The engine has an integral 5 micron fuel filter and an additional 10 micron pre filter can be fitted on the boat.

The V8 version of Scania’s marine engine is based on the company’s tried-and tested 16.4-litre V8 for trucks. The engine is the most powerful in the marine range and is capable of producing up to 1,150 hp for use in working boats. While this represents an increase in power on the previous generation, Scania says the physical size of the complete installation has actually decreased making it easy to upgrade an existing V8 installation to the new engine platform.

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The latest addition to Scania’s engine range for marine applications is now using the Swedish company’s XPI high pressure direct fuel-injection technology. The new V8 engine is now the most powerful engine in the Scania range, boasting up to 1,150 hp.

Scania’s modular system in combination with the company’s Engine Management System (EMS) allows for the same platform to be used in different applications. An engine solution can thus be tailored for completely different operating profiles without compromise.

“It’s thanks in part to Scania’s Engine Management System that we’re able to optimise our engine platform for such a wide range of areas,” says Lejon. “Otherwise, we would be forced to make an engine that wasn’t as good for each area.”

A Scania spokesperson said that the introduction of the XPI system could bring economy savings of up to 5% over the last generation Scania V8s.

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New LEEA Academy transforms training for overhead lifting equipment engineers LEEA (Lifting Equipment Engineers Association) has launched a new Learning Management System that will transform the training experience for students preparing for the association’s Diploma qualification for the test, examination and maintenance of overhead lifting equipment.

Providing more rigorous, flexible and engaging professional development, the LEEA Academy encompasses a range of delivery methods, including a new e-learning service that employs the latest 3D modelling and interactive techniques.

The comprehensive range of options available also incorporates instructor-led practical training, and ‘blended learning’, which combines both e-learning and hands-on courses.

LEEA Academy e-learning can be accessed round-the-clock via PC, Mac, laptop or tablet. An extensive library of high quality, computer generated 3D images of equipment such as hoists and load lifting attachments has been

created, making it easy for students to relate their learning to day-today working practices. In addition, fully interactive quizzes and revision assignments are used throughout each training course, providing students with immediate feedback on progress and helping to identify any gaps in their knowledge.

LEEA Diploma examinations are taken by several hundred students every year, worldwide. Only successful candidates, employed by LEEA member companies, are entitled to carry the TEAM Card, the association’s registration scheme for appropriately trained and experienced overhead lifting equipment technicians and engineers.

Students work at their own pace, and benefit from access to a dedicated tutor and technical helpdesk. A new online learning community connects fellow students.

“Around the world, more and more stakeholders are following the lead set by LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) in the UK, and demanding that all overhead lifting equipment is subject to periodic thorough examination by a competent person.

The LEEA Academy will replace the association’s existing online and distance learning courses, whilst complementing and supporting its extensive portfolio of instructor-led practical training.

The ‘Part One Entrance Certificate’ course, comprising 28 separate modules, is the first to migrate to the new system.

It will be joined by the ‘Lifting Equipment General Diploma’ course by the end of September, and all remaining courses by March 2016.

Originally established in the late 1950’s,

By making training more effective, rewarding and inspiring, the LEEA Academy will help attract and develop the skilled engineers needed to meet this global demand for a more professional approach to overhead lifting.”

Geoff Holden, chief executive of LEEA.

Nord-Lock Group acquires Boltight

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Nord-Lock Group (Sweden) has acquired Boltight Limited (UK), a leading hydraulic bolt tensioning company.

The Directors of Boltight will continue to manage the company at its Walsall base.

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Boltight, with head office in Walsall UK, was founded in 1999. Their hydraulic bolt tensioning systems have a global reputation for innovation and excellent quality. The Boltight products are used in demanding environments in a multitude of markets, ranging from energy to engineering, and construction to mining.

The Nord-Lock Group is specialized in bolt securing and bolt tensioning

systems. The combined strength of the Nord-Lock wedge locking washers, the Superbolt mechanical tensioning systems, and the Boltight innovative hydraulic bolt tensioning systems creates a wide ranging powerhouse and dominant force in the increasingly important area of secure bolting solutions.

The strong and unique technologies available through this acquisition will quickly provide benefits to the customers in a multitude of markets and geographies. Utilising the combined distribution outlets now available within the Group, each company can more quickly develop and support their customers on a worldwide stage.

“We welcome the acquisition and the opportunity of accelerated growth made possible by becoming part of the Nord-Lock Group.”

Fred Heaton, Managing Director of Boltight.

“We are excited by the acquisition of Boltight which takes us one step further to achieving prominence in the global business of bolt securing systems. Boltight’s high-quality product range will open up many interesting business opportunities.

We are very pleased to welcome Boltight into the Nord-Lock Group.”

Ola Ringdahl, CEO of the Nord-Lock Group.

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LEEA lifts the standard With nearly 900 members worldwide, LEEA (Lifting Equipment Engineers Association) is the leading representative body for the lifting industry. Established in 1944, the Association provides a comprehensive range of training services, as well as access to expert advice, authoritative publications and significant networking and marketing opportunities.

LEEA is also responsible for the industry-recognised Diploma qualification for the test and examination of lifting equipment.

To support these exams and help employers ensure that only appropriately skilled and experienced staff are permitted to work on lifting equipment, LEEA issues ‘TEAM’ cards to employees of member companies that have passed a LEEA Diploma course.

towards Diploma qualifications. This is supplemented by an ever-expanding portfolio of hands-on courses held either at LEEA’s dedicated training facility in Huntingdon, or suitable premises worldwide.

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Introducing the ICE-LBG-SR Super Rotation Load Ring RUD are proud to be the first manufacturer & supplier of offer this truly innovative lifting point solution

The ICE-bolts are made of fine grain steel which guarantees a high static and dynamic strength with the smallest bolt diameter.

The ICE-LBG-SR maintains the design of RUD’s popular VLBG series. The VLBG offers numerous advantages; it can be turned 360° and is loadable in all directions.

Safety is paramount across all RUD products and the ICE-LBG-SR is a great example of this. The lifting point is clearly marked with the minimum WLL for all loading directions. Patented markings indicate to the user when the product is no longer suitable of service.

The NEW ICE-LBG-SR possesses an array of innovative designs. Firstly, the double SR ball bearing offers the ultimate solution for turning and flipping at high working load limits (WLL) without affecting the mounting bolt stability. It enables the load to rotate 360° in all directions under load.

The advanced ball bearing technology is arranged in a double way which transfers the forces of the WLL into a rotation movement without jerks, avoiding unintentional slackening of the fastening bolt.

The clamping spring works as a noise reduction device and holds the suspension ring permanently in the requested position of the lift.

RUD supply the ICE-LBG-SR in standard sizes M8 up to M30.

RUD offer a wide range of lifting and lashing applications covering a working load capacity range from 0.6 to 200 tonne.

Hoisting at sea Routine maintenance of turbine in offshore conditions using single high performance J D Neuhaus air operated hoist.

The Gerritsen On- & Offshore Services BV company has handled a routine turbine maintenance procedure being undertaken on an offshore location in the Southern North Sea.

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This involved four of their personnel, utilising an air operated hoist unit manufactured by the J D Neuhaus company for the safe and effective lift and manoeuvre procedures for a turbine lift load of 12000kgs. The turbine was responsible for supplying power to a gas-compressor utilised for power, steam and other general services.

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The JDN hoist was a Profi TI and this unit was also combined with an overhead rail mounted trolley, also air powered, to provide horizontal movements of the load. For maximum safety of operation in offshore conditions, a rack and pinion drive was incorporated into the trolley mechanism, with the whole lifting package also incorporating a spark resistant finish for operation within potentially explosive atmospheres. Control operations for the hoist mechanism were incorporated into a JDN E-type pendant controller providing single speed control of the raise/lower/traverse load movements.

The current range of Profi TI air operated hoists manufactured

by JDN comprises 13 models covering individual lift capacities from 250kg to an impressive 100 tonnes. All these models are suitable for use in explosion-hazardous areas, as typically found in offshore environments.

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New addition to Monitor Marine range!

Hepworth International who recently acquired Monitor Marine International, has developed a new, lightweight, 1 tonne SWL Multi-Purpose Plug-In Connector which is being offered alongside the well proven, designed and patented 3 tonne SWL version.

Like the larger version, the smaller connector uses the unique system of a flush fitting, deck mounted anchor point and a short probe connector, which can be quickly inserted for many applications ranging from tender launching and recovery, to temporary or permanent stanchion anchor supports, bimini mounting points and awning fixing points.

There are also many other applications where these connectors can be used, such as Marina pontoons and shore side installations.

Manufactured from 316 and 17-4ph high quality, polished stainless steel and requiring little maintenance, these connectors will be first choice for both tender builders and volume boat builders where a flush fitting, quick plug-in and lightweight designed connector will be the deciding factor.

Weighing only 325 grams and with a flange diameter of 35mm, this easily installed, unobtrusive, aesthetically attractive, flush fitting connector is the ultimate solution for lifting, securing and tie-down points.

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Engine swap for veteran crane Hamburg port operators HHLA have installed new highperformance diesels from Anglo Belgian Corporation (ABC) on their veteran floating crane HHLA IV, replacing what were described as “remarkable” MAN units which have served for nearly 60 years, writes Germany correspondent Tom Todd.

tear towards the end.

HHLA said the engine swap became necessary when no further spare parts were available for HHLA IV’s two MAN G6 V23.5/33 diesels each off 379kW. They were installed in the old crane when it was completed in 1957 at Hamburg shipyard Blohm+Voss. They have now been replaced by two Type 6 DXC diesels, each of 552kW, from ABC in what HHLA said was a “complex” project.

Thomas Koch, Managing Director.

Thomas Koch, responsible for HHLA’s floating cranes and Managing Director of the operator’s Tollerort and Rosshafen handling terminals, told The Motorship the long life of the old MAN engines had been “absolutely remarkable”.

“They had to be eventually replaced because of “very pronounced wear and

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We switched to ABC because these engines demonstrated they were the best under the circumstances,” Koch said.

Because of the rigid coupling on the crane’s two VoithSchneider drives “the [new] engines needed to provide their rated output at 600rpm,” Specialists Unterweser-Industries (UWIND) in Bremerhaven handled the entire project. It covered planning, engineering and obtaining the required shipbuilding

approvals, through dismantling and removal of the old engines, the conversion of engine foundations and the installation of new engines. Pipe-work was developed for individual systems and new electrical connections were installed. The UWIND team also developed temporary generators to keep HHLA IV in operation during the engine swap.

HHLA IV lifts up to 200 tonnes and handles the heavier cargos in the Port of Hamburg. It weighs 2,750 tonnes itself and can be steered with millimetre precision even with a full load.

Below: HHLA IV:complex engine work

Dockyard draft reduction – from Unique Group’s Seaflex Whilst most commonly found in pipeline installation projects or salvage operations, airfilled buoyancy units are finding a growing market in the field of draught reduction projects.

More details can be obtained from Seaflex directly. +44 (0)1983 290525

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This is often linked to dry-docking scenarios, where the drydock itself can have a lip which may potentially foul the underside of the vessel on the way in and / or out unless additional buoyancy is applied to ensure sufficient clearance.

Historically, such contingency buoyancy may have been fabricated out of steel, or foam-filled plastic units may have been purchased for such operations - but these come with significant cost, transport, handling and storage and maintenance implications compared to the purchase or short-term rental of inflatable to assist with such an operation.

Depending upon the water depths and the amount of towing involved in the job, parachute-style open-ended Air Lift Bags (ALBs) may be used, or enclosed Inflatable Buoyancy Units (IBUs) may be selected - or some combination of the two may be optimal solution.

The Seaflex brand of the Unique Group Buoyancy & Ballast division differentiates itself in not just in being able to either hire or sell buoyancy bags per customer preference from the largest stock of such equipment on the planet. Their Air Lift Bags comply in full with IMCA D016 guidelines and carry Product Design Assessment from ABS. In addition, they are able to work from drawings of the vessel or structure in question, assess and advise upon the sizes and style of buoyancy bags to be used, how best to connect them to the load, and when / how they should be filled and vented.

They can also deploy BOSIET-qualified Seaflex technicians to site to oversee and advise upon the correct and most efficient use of their equipment on the operation, so as to offer a true turnkey proposition from design board to execution.

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Scania Engines a companion to count on

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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 provide 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.

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 massive power output, coupled with extreme reliability and low emissions.

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.

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 centrifugal 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 1000 HP.

Controlling emissions and fuel economy.

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PM technology gains acceptance Tunnel thrusters with Rolls-Royce permanent magnet (PM) motor technology are producing excellent results in operation, with orders for offshore construction vessels, pipelayers and a cruise ship.

Both azimuth and tunnel thruster designs are based on the rim drive principle where the motor surrounds the propeller as a slim ring. A stator carries the electromagnetic windings fed by a frequency converter which creates a rotating magnetic field.

The rotor is integral with the propeller and carries a series of permanent magnets. As the magnetic fields interact the propeller turns. This forms a compact and efficient unit easy to install in a tunnel. Power output is also increased by around 25 per cent from the same propeller size.

“In a traditional tunnel thruster the propeller blades tips run close to the tunnel wall, but even so there are tip losses.

With the PM thruster, the blades go into the ring and rotate together, reducing cavitation.

The loading of the blades is reduced because of the design of the housing.�

Goran Grunditz, Manager of the Hydrodynamic Research Centre.

Efficiency is high as no current is used for rotor excitation, and the level is maintained over the entire speed range, also helped by the absence of gear losses.

Rolls-Royce research has demonstrated that for hydrodynamic reasons it is good to have a hub, rather than inward pointing sword blades. The hub in production units also carries the rotor bearings, and forces are transferred to the static ring of the thruster by stays that also shape water flow to and from the propeller.

Installation of these PM tunnel thrusters is made easy for the shipyard. With the steel tunnel integrated in the hull, the thruster can be fitted at a later stage to suit the yard schedule. A jig is used to position the flexible mounts, and then the complete thruster is slid into the tunnel and bolted in place.

The only items in the thruster room are the terminal box and cable connections to the variable frequency power supply.

Low noise A fully instrumented PM tunnel thruster is installed on the anchorhandler Olympic Octopus. In noise measurement a 5dB

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A long and intensive development process has led to the production tunnel thruster, currently built in two sizes PMTT1600 (1,000kW) and PMTT2000 (1,600kW) and engineered for ease of installation or exchange either in dock or underwater.

An efficiency of 97.5 per cent and low noise levels were quickly demonstrated, and much of the development work has gone into proving durability, particularly in the most demanding service; vessels that spend much of their lives in DP (dynamic positioning) mode with its constantly changing demands for thrust level and direction. Severe ice testing has also been carried out.

Shot of PM tunnel thruster in build

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Deck machinery PM motors developed by Rolls-Royce are now being applied to deck machinery. The electrical principles are the same, with speed regulated by altering the frequency of the electric power supply. But the configuration chosen for powering winches is different. Whilst a thruster has a large diameter, rather thin and narrow motor driving the propeller on its periphery, the deck machinery motor has a smaller diameter and is longer for a given power to suit the speed requirements. It drives the winch by a central shaft and high torque allows a small gear ratio, improving the dynamic response of the winch.

The characteristics of these PM motors are particularly suited to applications that combine a need for high torque at low speed, sensitive control and rapid changes in pull and speed.

Above: 3D view of the complete thruster

Anchorhandling/towing winches for offshore vessels, escort winches for tugs, and trawl winches for fishing vessels are typical applications.

Low pressure hydraulic winches from Rolls-Royce have for many years been

market leaders when it comes to delivering this type of performance, and the new PM drive system will do the same for ownerspreferring an electric solution.

For AHT winches, owners will be able to chose the Rolls-Royce drive system that best suits their preference and operating modes. The four systems are the standard LP hydraulic; LP hydraulic with the new E26 computer controlled valve system for extra sensitive control; a hybrid system in which the average loads are covered by variable frequency asynchronous electric motor with a supplementary hydraulic drive that handles quickly changing loads; and the new PM electric drive.

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reduction is perceived by the human ear as halving of the noise level. On Octopus airborne noise is cut by 4-8dB compared to a standard geared thruster with electric motor in the thruster room, structure borne noise is reduced by 6-12dB, while the noise to sea is 5-6dB less.

The thruster is also valued on board for its rapid response to changing loads.

PM motors have undergone extensive factory development testing, independent verification of IP standard of waterproofing and now Class approval.

The first installation in commercial service will be a trawl winch on a fishing vessel currently under construction for Prestfjord.

Rolls-Royce power for Norwegian ferry Rolls-Royce is to provide two advanced Azipull propellers for an environmentally-friendly Norwegian double-ended car ferry.

hybrid, plug-in hybrid or fully electrical battery powered ferry.

This will give the owner flexibility on where the ferry can operate in the future.

The new ferry, to be built by Fiskerstrand yard, near Ă…lesund, is designed to run on 100% bio diesel, reducing the The contract includes an option to supply propellers for two environmental footprint in areas where electrical shore side additional ferries. power is not available when the vessel is in port.

The double-ended ferry will commute back and forth between ferry quays along the rugged Norwegian coastline, and is a vital connector in the country’s road infrastructure.

It has been designed to allow for future upgrades to a

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Rolls-Royce will supply the main propulsion, AZP85, which it says will help give the ferry improved steering stability and manoeuvrability. The thrusters feature full feathering propellers so the operator can reduce the amount of engine power needed during crossings. This will help reduce fuel consumption and also increase the overall efficiency of the vessels.

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Marking its return to the diesel outboard market, engineering company Yanmar Marine International has agreed exclusive distribution rights with German outboard manufacturer Neander Shark.

YMI, whose headquarters are in the Netherlands, has announced that it is to distribute Neander Shark outboards worldwide through its extensive network with access to more than 130 countries.

From 1985 until 2009 Yanmar manufactured its own three-cylinder diesel outboards rated at 27 and 36 hp, but ceased when EPA and EU RCD emissions regulations restricted their sales in key markets.

“With the global economic downturn in full swing, Yanmar decided at that time not to invest in the outboard range even though it had been highly successful in many markets.

Now, however, with Neander Shark we can offer a highly competitive outboard product with outstanding engineering.”

Floris Lettinga, YMI Global Sales Manager.

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“The Neander Shark outboard develops 50 hp using a small 800 cm³ turbocharged, twin cylinder diesel aluminium engine with common-rail fuel injection and a unique dual counter-rotating crankshaft. This means that the outboard is not only light, powerful, clean and fuel-efficient, it is also remarkably smooth in operation as the two crankshafts counterbalance each other and cancel out

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most of the vibration that a conventional inline two-cylinder diesel block could be expected to produce.

Therefore the outboard can be easily, operated at the tiller as well as from a helm. The lack of vibrations and low noise level are remarkable, improving operation comfort yet delivering impressive performance”. Said Floris Lettinga.

The prime applications for the Neander Shark outboard will be in the commercial offshore, military, fishing, rescue and chartermarine sector.

As part of the Neander Shark distribution agreement Yanmar has taken an equity stake in Neander Motors, the company that wholly owns Neander Shark. Lutz W. Lester, Managing Director of Neander Shark and CEO of Neander Motors, comments: “The partnership with Yanmar is the very best situation for Neander to launch the turbo diesel outboard engine because the commercial market, in particular, demands a reliable partner for delivery, service and spare parts. Yanmar’s longstanding global experience and strong position in the marine world completely fulfil those requirements, just as Neander fulfils the technical demands such as powerful performance, reliability, operational safety, durability, low fuel consumption and lowest vibrations.”

Yanmar’s first public presentation of the new outboard together with Neander Shark is planned for “boot Düsseldorf” in January 2016. The engines will continue to be branded ‘Neander Shark’.

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A new system known as BlipTrack, developed

by Denmark-based BLIP Systems, is helping controllers at Europe’s busiest ferry port to reduce bottlenecks and improve vehicle movements by predicting potential traffic congestion on Dover’s (UK) coast bound A20.

Suppliers of aids to navigation

The technology, installed at key locations within the port, feeds officers with live data throughout the boarding process, not only helping them ensure traffic flows but also flaggingup trouble spots and times when queues are in danger of forming.

The sensors work by detecting anonymous signals from Wi-Fi or Bluetooth devices which are in “discoverable” mode - giving traffic controllers a general picture of how smoothly the devices (and the vehicles they are in) are moving through the port.

“BlipTrack has been an extremely useful tool in the months since its implementation. It has helped us get a better understanding of the dynamic traffic system and provides quantifiable data to support the improvement measures we’re making to traffic flows.“

Tim Godden, the Port of Dover’s General Manager of Strategy and Risk Management.

The combined measures are already helping to reduce bottlenecks outside the port – easing the impact this crucial national and international sea route has on communities living nearby.

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These are manufactured to both custom and standard specifications.

This HMPE / Dyneema® rope is a wire replacement rope, with less friction and drag in the water.

The HMPE / Dyneema® 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 makes it easy to splice.

Rope Access is another specialty of Southern Ropes, supplying some of the major companies within the Oil and Gas industry worldwide. Our range of Access Ropes are all CE certified.

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Southern Ropes specialise in HMPE / Dyneema® Tug, Towing, Winch and Mooring lines. High performance towing at sea, lifting or winching lines with extremely high strength to weight ratio this has become a popular option.

We are at the forefront of rope innovation combing the latest rope making technologies with strong and durable materials like HMPE, Dyneema®, Vectran™ 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. www.southernropes.co.uk

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Activity remains steady at Aberdeen Harbour Aberdeen Harbour has recorded a solid start to the year, with vessel traffic remaining on forecast and consistent with the previous year’s performance.

and gas sector, for example, we may well see an increase in decommissioning activity. As such, we have improved the facilities in the harbour to ensure we continue to support the needs of our customers.”

Results from the first six months show that vessel tonnage is up slightly at 13.5million tonnes, compared to 13.3million tonnes in 2014. Of this, oil and gas related tonnage is up 1%.

Total vessel arrivals are down slightly on the previous year, at 3,780 compared to 3,795 in 2014. Cargo throughput is also down 1.11%, with 2.13million tonnes, compared to 2.15million tonnes for the same period the previous year.

“Aberdeen Harbour is not just an oil and gas port, and we continue to serve many industries including agriculture and renewables among others. The connection with Shetland and Orkney is also very important to the harbour and we welcome the increase in passenger numbers for the first half of the year.”

The port continues to support oil and gas operations worldwide, including those in West Africa, Norway, Australia and the Falkland Islands. This summer also saw Aberdeen Harbour welcome international cruise-ship passengers, including more than 400 from the United States, and almost 300 passengers from Australia and New Zealand.

This contributed to an overall rise in passenger numbers, increasing by 3.5% from 69,000 to 71,400, also highlighting the continued importance of Aberdeen Harbour in connecting Orkney and Shetland to the mainland.

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“Results for the first half of the year have remained steady and on forecast. However, we must be able to adapt to the market around us – something that the port has been doing for the last 800 years. If current market conditions remain in the oil

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Colin Parker, Chief Executive of Aberdeen Harbour.

The results come as Aberdeen Harbour Board continues with its feasibility studies into the potential of expanding the current harbour into neighbouring Nigg Bay. The main driver for the development of additional marine facilities is the ability to accommodate larger vessels, which are a growing trend across many industries. This means Aberdeen will be able to grow existing business streams, whilst encouraging new ones.

It is estimated that the accumulative economic contribution made by an expanded harbour to the city and region would be approximately £2 billion GVA by year 20, supporting just under 16,000 equivalent jobs.

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Strainstall wins EEEGR Innovation Award 2015 for its Intelligent Fender System (IFS)™ IFS™ recognised by East of England Energy Group (EEEGR) as an innovative solution that enables improved offshore asset management James Fisher and Sons plc’s group company Strainstall has been successfully recognised for its innovative approach to delivering improved safety and costeffective solutions to the offshore wind industry. Strainstall won the EEEGR Innovation Award 2015 for its Intelligent Fender System (IFS)™, which was assessed on its capability to deliver a contribution to the low carbon economy, show real innovation and add value to the industry.

Addressing key issues, IFS™ provides clarity and understanding of the live and cumulative impact forces exerted during transfer operations through vessel push-ons. The system also supports the on-going challenge for cost-reduction in offshore wind by allowing optimisation of fuel consumption as well as helping to ensure the integrity of the turbine structures.

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that make their operations safer, easier and more efficient.

We recognised the needs of the offshore wind industry and saw an opportunity to develop a system to fulfil these emerging requirements to monitor the impact forces of vessel push-ons. We were able to draw upon our many years of offshore experience to develop the Intelligent Fender System in-house, using our latest technology, to design a rugged and robust system to give reliability in this tough environment.”

Simon Everett, Managing Director at Strainstall.

The development of IFS™ sits within the concentrated effort of Strainstall to reinforce its presence as the leading load measurement solutions company worldwide. IFS™ can be used as a standalone system, which can be retro fitted to any vessel, or integrated into Strainstall’s pioneering Offshore Wind Management System (OWMS)™, to help deliver full operational insight for all

offshore wind farm activities.

In attendance at the EEEGR event was Fern Doherty, GROW: Offshore Wind Investment Panel Manager, who commissioned GROW funding, which significantly boosted the development of IFS™. Expressing her delight about the evening, Doherty said: “It was fantastic to be present at the event to see how this GROW supported project received industry acclaim and in turn reinforces the decision to support the financial development of the intelligent fender.”

IFSTM also delivers live feedback to skippers during vessel push-on operations enabling greater control to ensure that the foundation’s limits are not exceeded.

The system consists of a sophisticated bow frame with integrated load sensors and its innovative design ensures maximum sensitivity and high levels of accuracy.

The load sensors measure the forces generated by a vessel on multiple axis as it impacts upon the wind turbine and can quantify bow fender friction levels as well as impact and push-on forces. This data can is then transmitted in real time to the bridge and can also be sent to shore if required for analysis.

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Marine regulations: avoiding the pitfalls Health and safety issues need to be addressed in every business sector - but for ports, harbours and dockyards the regulations are particularly complex due to the interaction of both onshore and marine regulation.

law, whether in England, Wales or Scotland, is based on the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974. Under this legislation, you, your employees - and indeed others who may be working in a particular area - owe duties to ensure the health, safety and welfare of persons at work. The obligation to enforce the Health and Safety at Work Act falls upon the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) but, in certain circumstances, it may also fall on a local authority or another body authorised to enforce health and safety law.

Where accidents occur aboard ships, they are governed primarily by the Merchant Shipping Act 1995 and various regulations made under that Act which, in many instances, reflect their land based equivalent. Such legislation is enforced by the Maritime & Coastguard Agency. The prevention of accidents and avoiding the pitfalls of such legislation warrants an article in itself but in essence, any business must have the following as a bare minimum:1. A health and safety culture from the board room down to the most junior employee.

2. An active and living health and safety policy which is

subscribed to by all.

3. Living and active safety management systems that are

regularly audited for their effectiveness.

If these three elements exist within your business, along with the appropriate paper and audit trails should an accident occur, then many of the pitfalls can be avoided.

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Health and safety is covered by both European and domestic laws and the costs of any contravention can be severe, both in human cost and in monetary terms. As well as compensation or criminal penalties there can be additional financial losses of a consequential nature.

When an accident happens, the victims of those accidents can suffer pain, loss of amenity, loss of earnings, as well as potential mental illness. For companies, the cost may be less obvious but can manifest itself in many ways including deterioration of industrial relations, loss of reputation and diversion of management resources - not forgetting the costs of legal proceedings, both in the civil and criminal courts. You should also remember that breach of health and safety legislation, whether ashore or on the water, can give rise to personal liability in terms of employees and company officers, which may ultimately result in imprisonment and a criminal record.

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CTRUK strengthens workboat credentials with latest WFSV

The MPC22 WFSV CWindSpirit was officially named at a ceremony in Ipswich and is the latest addition to a stable of nearly 30 WFSVs built by CTruk.

Like her sister vessel CWindArtimus, which was handed over in June, the latest MPC22 will benefit from a Volvo Penta Integrated Propulsion System (IPS) that reduces fuel consumption; produces less CO2 emissions; offers extra manoeuvrability and bollard pull; provides a longer cruising range and enables a higher top speed.

The IPS, controlled by joystick and driving twin propellers, also offers improved dynamic positioning.

IPS was initially introduced on a CTruk boat operating in the North Sea and has

proved its value operating offshore in Continental Europe, where CWind Spirit is also expected to undertake her maiden deployment.

CTruk Chief Executive Officer Andy White explained that the addition of IPS on the two latest craft further expands the range of options CWind can offer to its clients.

“The range of wind farms in planning, construction and operation demands a suitable range of transfer solutions.

Given the alternative power and propulsion configurations, the fleet of CWind boats now in use has a wide range of equipment to meet requirements and operational needs.

Versatility is an important factor as operators look for greater efficiency in their fleets and this will become even more important as offshore wind

farms move further offshore.”

Andy White, CTruk Chief Executive Officer.

Adding to the versatility of CWind craft is the patented moveable wheelhouse and flexible deck pod system that enables operators to reconfigure the boats in just eight hours, allowing additional deck space to be created overnight.

The MPC22’s versatility extends from transferring 12 technicians in ultimate comfort or removing its passenger pod to make use of 72m² of deck space for equipment transfer, carrying cranes, transfer systems and amphibious rescue vehicles such as the CTruk Avenger.

CWInd Spirit has a composite twin-hull with 7.6m beam and 1.25m draft. It has a 20 tonne flexible payload capability and the ability to carry 24,000 litres of fuel, an invaluable function in servicing round 3 zones.

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CTruk Boats has strengthened its credentials as a leading manufacturer of Wind Farm Support Vessels by handing over the second boat in a twocraft order from CWind.

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PME Group launches training academy

Marine Renewables & Windfarms

PME Group who are an official dealer for MAN and Partner with ZF have launched a training academy at their Poole Head Office.

The first training session will take place at the end of September and has been booked exclusively by Gardline Environmental.

The dedicated training facilities have been fully kitted out and are separate to the rest of the building to allow complete concentration.

Up to twelve candidates can attend at any one time and have the opportunity to talk to our engineers about their specific concerns.

The workshop contains a MAN engine and parts for ‘hands-on’ discussion.

“We visit the vessels on a regular basis and get to know the Skippers, Crew and Maintenance Staff very well. As more vessels come out of their warranty period It became increasingly clear that if the fleets were empowered to provide simple maintenance, daily checks and diagnose faults – down time, the scourge of the industry, could be brought to a minimum.”

Martyn Harwood is a MAN factory trained engineer and has worked for the company almost exclusively on MAN engines for the last 15 years:

Peter Chalk, Managing Director of PME Group commented: “I have been asked that as a specialist MAN engineering company are we cutting off our nose to spite our face? No I don’t think so. We have forged a very close relationship with crews and fleet managers and we understand the business. We will always be needed for services and major problems and we still operate 24 hour help options. However we all know that the CTV (Crew Transfer Vessel) industry is highly pressured and increasingly competitive. If giving crews the skills to keep their engines in the best condition between services helps our customer – then that can only strengthen our relationship with them.”

“I am delighted this opportunity for training with PME Group has come up. We have worked with them for some time now and know that their Knowledge of MAN engine product is second to none. To have the chance of a one to one training session away from the workshop providing my team with some excellent skills and understanding will keep us ahead of game.” Said David Coull Coastal Services Engineering Supervisor for Gardline Environmental Ltd. Tailored training sessions will be available throughout the year and can be booked by contacting Jade Chalk on 01202 622346 or info@mandiesel.co.uk. www.mandiesel.co.uk Below: Peter Chalk, Managing Director of PME Group

“Each course will be tailored to the candidates needs. The beauty of knowing the MAN product so well and its application in the WFSV (Wind Farm Service Vessel) field means that I can prepare a course that is specific to that engine model I know that crew or fleet use.

I will also have a pretty good idea of their engineering knowledge and the sort of things that concern them. The course also gives crews the opportunity to be away from the work site and its usual pressures and into a learning environment where they have the opportunity to get to know their engines better and ask questions that we may not be able to answer easily when we are attending the vessel.”

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Below: Martyn Harwood, PME Engineer and Trainer

Wind energy back in focus

With Europe’s industry leaders and policymakers attending, the event provides a periodic opportunity for the wind energy sector to meet with decision-makers and define the strategic direction for wind energy activities in Europe.

The comprehensive conference programme not only delivers cuttingedge technological knowledge, but also lively debates on European policy, markets and financial issues.

Whilst Europe is undoubtedly the home of wind energy, the global marketplace is becoming increasingly crowded with new players.

Every year, EWEA brings together more than 60 nationalities from around the world, making the event truly international and a great place to find new suppliers, check out new developments and build partnerships.

“Where has the ‘science & research content’ gone?

Nowhere! It’s everywhere!”

Conference One of the key innovations of the conference this year is that it will be the first to feature the best of industry and science and research content within every session. In response to delegates’ feedback, rather than presenting content from the scientific community in a separate ‘track’ of sessions, it will now be incorporated into the relevant topics. Organisers hope this achieves the objective of further improving the coherence of the programme, increasing the value of sessions for delegates and building bridges between research into future technologies and the challenges that industry is solving today.

To make sure the best content is selected from both communities, EWEA, in partnership with the European Academy of Wind Energy (EAWE), has appointed two topic leaders per topic – one from industry and one from the science and research community.

Based on the thorough review by EWEA & EAWE members of over 440 abstracts from 33 countries, the topic leaders have developed 36 sessions under the following 9 topics: Turbine technologies Environmental impacts and acceptance Supply chain O&M and logistics Market development Finance Resource assessment Integrating wind power Health and safety

Science & research EWEA 2015 continues the long-standing tradition of teaming up with the European Academy of Wind Energy (EAWE) to ensure the best content from the science and research community features in the

As in previous years the Academy’s members from across Europe have reviewed the science & research abstracts and will be topic leaders and session chairs alongside their counterparts representing industry.

All resulting presentations in the conference sessions are indicated as ‘science & research’ and the full papers of these will be compiled in the printed scientific proceedings. Conference delegates can pick up a free copy of the scientific proceedings outside the conference session rooms during the event. These full papers will also be available to full conference delegates in the online proceedings along with all other presentations and posters at the end of the event.

EAWE is a registered body of research institutions and universities in Europe working on wind energy research and development: a vital academic, research community to keep Europe in the world fore-front of wind energy pre-competitive innovation. Founded in 2004, the Academy formulates and executes joint R&D projects and coordinates high quality scientific research and education on wind energy at a European level.

Timed to prediction According to event organisers, the European Wind Energy Association we are entering a stage where the European offshore wind industry must shed 26% of outlays to reach cost-competitiveness with conventional forms of energy by 2023- making this a particularly interesting time for the industry.

In a report from EY, the industry must significantly reduce costs over the next five years through a number of key actions, outlining where the following savings can be found: These include deploying larger turbines to increase energy capture (9%); fostering competition between industrial players (7%); commissioning new projects (7%); and tackling challenges in the supply chain such as construction facilities and installation equipment (3%).

Together with clear political signals from lawmakers on regulation and support schemes, offshore wind could compete with conventional forms of energy such as gas, coal and nuclear in the first half of the next decade. Alongside the release of the EY report, three of the biggest names in offshore wind have initiated a joint declaration – called ‘United Industry’ – as part of a commitment to reducing costs in the sector.

Dong Energy, MHI Vestas and Siemens Wind Power and Renewables have pledged to undertake joint and individual actions across the whole of the value chain to deliver “major long-term and tangible advancements.”

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annual conference programme.

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The EWEA 2015 Annual Event taking place from 17 - 20 November 2015 at Paris Expo, France presents an international platform for the wind energy industry to showcase and demonstrate its latest products and services. The event features a broad conference programme, extensive networking opportunities and a large exhibition.

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Belgian Jan De Nul Group has signed the takingover of the offshore jack-up crane vessel ‘Vidar’, from the German company Hochtief. “With the ‘Vidar’ in our fleet we considerably extend our specialised services for the installation of offshore windparks,” said Peter De Pooter, Manager, Offshore Renewables.

well as for the installation of scour protection and other seabed preparation services. For the design and fabrication of the various components, Jan De Nul has its own in-house design and engineering and quality control departments. The investment in a jack-up installation vessel like the Vidar is a logical step forward thanks to which Jan De Nul Group can now offer a unique all-in solution to the offshore market.

The jack-up vessel Vidar is less than two years old and was specifically built to install offshore windparks. The vessel is one of the largest of its kind in the world. The large cargo deck space and payload and the lifting capacity of its crane up to 1,200 tonnes enable swift and safe installation of the heaviest foundations and other components of offshore windparks. The vessel is 140 m long and is equipped with four legs to lift itself above the sea level for stable working without impact of the waves. The vessel can install all kinds of foundations, as well as the latest generation of wind turbines, in water depths up to 50 m.

Although specifically built with the offshore wind industry in mind, the Vidar is also suitable to install other offshore facilities such as tidal current turbines, wave energy generators, met masts and Oil & Gas infrastructure. And since all infrastructures, especially exposed to offshore conditions, have a limited life cycle Jan De Nul adds that decommissioning is also a service for which Vidar can assist its worldwide clients.

Clients worldwide are increasingly seeking an all-in solution for their projects with an integrated approach of design and execution. Jan De Nul Group recognises this trend and offers clients complete packages. The group was already well equipped for the installation of cables and gravity based foundations, as

Besides this new acquisition, Jan De Nul Group currently has in build three specialised multipurpose vessels for its offshore activities. The multipurpose cable laying and rock installation vessel Isaac Newton was launched in March 2015 and will start executing its maiden project by the end of this year. The other two multipurpose vessels will also be used for the installation of rock and cables on the sea bed and are currently under construction.

Dive teams depend on detection devices

To save time, the incident commander made the decision to deploy a SCAN-650 scanning sonar recently acquired from JW Fishers Mfg. The sonar transmits a sound wave that sweeps a circle up to 200 feet in diameter. The wave bounces off any object on the bottom and the return signal is sent topside where it produces an image on a laptop computer showing the operator exactly what’s down there, regardless of water clarity.

“We set up the SCAN-650 and found a target relatively quickly. A diver was splashed and confirmed it was the victim. The sonar was instrumental in helping make a fast recovery.”

Paul Romano, Officer.

Another sonar being used by many teams including the Alaska State Troopers, Louisville Fire Department in Kentucky, and Bingham County Search and Rescue in Idaho is side scan.

Instead of deploying the device from a stationary position like the SCAN-650, the side scan sonar is towed behind the boat and scans hundreds of feet of ocean, lake or river bottom with each pass of the vessel allowing a large area to be searched in a very short time. Encompassed within Bingham County is 26 square miles of water including the Snake River and the American Falls Reservior.

This summer proved to be an especially treacherous one on Idaho’s waterways with 7 people drowning since Memorial Day. To assist in their recovery operations the county’s search and rescue group, in conjunction with the Bingham County Sheriff Department, recently acquired a JW Fishers SSS-600K side scan.

This sonar will locate anything from a drowning victim to a sunken vessel. The image displayed on the topside computer looks as if the water has been removed and the operator is seeing everything on the bottom.

The agency acquired both a SCAN-650 scanning sonar and the SSS-600K side scan for their varied call outs. The scanning sonar is easily deployed through a hole in the ice and scans a large diameter circle on the bottom, a task that would be dangerous and time consuming for divers.

In Missouri the Highway Patrol handles more water-related incidents than any other agency. Each year their dive team conducts an average of 55 underwater operations to recover the victims of drownings and boating accidents, or to retrieve evidence for criminal felony cases.

Team members utilize underwater metal detectors, remote operated vehicles, sonars, and underwater video systems to help locate and photograph evidence. Included in their equipment locker is a JW Fishers SeaOtter-2 ROV, a TOV-1 towed video system and a Pulse 8X metal detector which is an essential tool for locating evidence disposed of in a waterway.

Many criminals mistakenly believe if they dispose of gun or knife in a waterway, it will be lost forever. But police divers routinely prove them wrong by finding weapons, shell casings, stolen objects, and explosive devices with the Pulse 8X. Two other groups that have discovered the effectiveness of underwater metal detectors are North Carolina’s REDS Team, a nonprofit group consisting of Rescue, Extrication, and Delivery Specialists, and the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office Dive Team. David Pease, chief of the REDS Team, said their JW Fishers Pulse 6X detector helped locate a gun for their local police department.

“We have used the Pulse 8X with excellent success locating many evidentiary items including spent cartridge casings, weapons, and property. It’s a valuable piece of our kit and we’d be lost without it.”

Sgt. Paul Cook, Washtenaw dive team member.

Photo below: Clockwise from top left; Louisville Fire Dept dive team members with their Fisher side scan, Washtenaw County Sheriff’s diver with Pulse 8X, Rochester Police dive team member with their SCAN-650 sonar, Chief David Pease of REDS Team with Pulse 6X and recovered handgun.

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In Alaska there are thousands of square miles of ocean surrounding the state, and many lakes and rivers scattered across its interior. Much of this water frozen for a good part of the year. Alaska State Troopers must have the ability to respond to a variety of emergencies whether it’s a vehicle going off the road into water, or a skimobile disappearing though the ice.

The towed side scan is employed when large areas of open water need to be searched. When a target appears on the computer screen, the operator simply clicks the mouse on the object and the GPS position is displayed, making it easy to relocate and recover the target.

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Public safety dive teams depend on sonars, ROVs, and underwater metal detectors to accomplish their underwater search operations safely and effectively. When a New York man accidentally fell from a concrete ledge into the Genesee River, the Rochester Police dive team was immediately dispatched.

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350 full vessel coatings achieved with HEMPAGUARD® antifouling product Just two years after its launch, leading manufacturer of marine coatings – Hempel – announces that its revolutionary award winning antifouling product HEMPAGUARD® has now been applied as a full vessel coating to more than 350 ships.

HEMPAGUARD® was launched two years ago during London International Shipping Week 2013 after a five-year development programme, and is Hempel’s first product to use its proprietary ActiGuard® technology that integrates siliconehydrogel and full diffusion control of biocides in a single coating.

So confident is Hempel of its performance that the company offers the industry’s first performance satisfaction guarantee.

“We are delighted with the success of HEMPAGUARD®, it really is a strong endorsement of the protection properties of our product. The combination of silicone-hydrogel and biocide science has revolutionised antifouling technology to deliver excellent fouling resistance – including up to 120 days during idle periods - plus fuel savings of between four and six per cent on average.

The fact that more than 350 vessels have now been coated with HEMPAGUARD® proves the value of our new coating.”

The coating was introduced to the shipping industry against a backdrop of rising bunkering costs, tightening environmental regulations and the introduction of mandatory Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plans (SEEMP).

In October 2014, HEMPAGUARD®, won Shipping Efficiency’s prestigious Environmental Technology award for making “a significant contribution to environmental impact reduction or prevention to ships.”

To date, feedback from customers confirms that their vessels have remained significantly cleaner, and for longer, than they’ve experienced with any other antifouling product.

Claes Skat-Roerdam, Marketing Manager, Fouling Control, Hempel A/S commented:

Marintec China This year at Marintec China, FURUNO will exhibit the latest marine equipment for a variety of markets, ranging from deep sea vessels and commercial vessels to fishing and leisure/ recreational boats.

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For deep sea/commercial vessels For the deep sea/commercial market, the prime focus will be our bridge system FURUNO VOYAGER, consisting of FMD-3x00 ECDIS and FAR-3x00 Chart Radar.

The FAR-3x00 chart radars are available in both X- and S-band and can also be supplied with S-band solid state antenna.

The FAR-3x00 chart radar features FURUNO’s latest Automatic Clutter Elimination (ACE) functionality, which radically improves the close range target detection and image quality.

The FAR-3x00 also features an improved target tracking function, providing target

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acquisition in only a few seconds.

The FMD-3x00 ECDIS offers improved intuitive user interface, which makes it much easier to navigate the menus and operate the ECDIS efficiently. It comes with seamless zoom and an easy chart management tool, which fully supports ENC, ARCS and CM93 chart formats and makes chart/permit updating, loading and erasing easy and efficient.

FURUNO will also present a new product for the deep sea/commercial segment: The new AIS FA-170 and radar FAR-15x8.

These new products will be showcased alongside the chart update system Gate-1, the navigational echo sounder FE-800, the satellite speed log GS-100, the ice radar FICE-100 and the oil radar FOIL-200.

FURUNO will also present our satellite communication systems featuring the new service Inmarsat GX and the remote monitoring service.

Another value-added service is FURUNO’s

extensive training program for FURUNO type specific ECDIS training: This training program consists of class-room based training, either at one of FURUNO’s own training centers - the FURUNO INS Training Centers (INSTC) in Copenhagen and Singapore - or classroom training through the FURUNO NavSkills network of training centers worldwide. As a supplement to classroom training, FURUNO type specific ECDIS training can also be obtained through the NavSkills CAT (Computer Aided Training) system or via CBT (Computer Based Training).

For fishing vessels For the fishing market FURUNO will show a wide range of products; The fish finders FCV-288, FCV-587 and FCV-688, the sonar CSH-5L and the radar FR-8045.

For recreational/leisure boats For the leisure market FURUNO will show the flag-ship product NavNet TZtouch2. Further hereto, FURUNO will exhibit the autopilot, the GPS plotter and the wireless radar.

The Award Winning Cygnus Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge

Earlier this year, Cygnus Instruments Ltd launched their new range of ultrasonic thickness gauges that were designed and manufactured using a twin shot injection moulded enclosure which has a soft but durable TPE outer skin, making them both comfortable and extremely durable, while the inner shell is strong, keeping the electronics totally sealed from the outside environments.

A panel of 38-member jury, from the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2015, awarded Cygnus Instruments with an “Honourable Mention” for their excellent design of these new gauges and particularly well-executed aspect of design work.

Products that convinced the jury with a well thought-out design solution are recognised with this distinction.

The international experts discussed and assessed each of the 4,928 entries from 56 countries but only the designs that displayed high quality and innovative power were given an award.

Following extensive customer engagement and working within industry standards, Cygnus Instruments developed the new range of ultrasonic thickness gauges which still use the well established multiple-echo technique for errorchecked readings through coatings but also incorporates single-echo and echoecho measuring modes for obtaining measurements in areas of extreme corrosion or back wall pitting. The range has achieved the toughest American Military Standard MIL SPEC 810G for environmental protection and consists of five new models offering an array of new features including: Large colour A-scan and B-scan display

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While the new range from Cygnus Instruments offers many new features, the simple to use menu structure means that these gauges are quick to learn and simple to use.

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MSI™ (Measurement Stability Indicator) which is used in single echo and echo-echo modes.

This clever and simple technique samples returning echoes to ensure they are all identical, if the returning echoes are identical the display changes colour or format which indicates the reading is stable and reliable.

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- Comprehensive data logging with features including Grid Format, offering 16 directional formats. Users can also add defined text comments, create templates and add radial

measurements around a last logged measurement point.

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The new MK5 Cygnus ultrasonic thickness gauge has been awarded an “Honourable Mention” by Red Dot Award for its design excellence in the most important competition for product design.

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Alastair Brown Handing over his boatbuilding expertise after 50 years at the helm With over 50 years behind him in ship & boatbuilding and civil engineering, Alastair Brown, Commercial Manager of Alnmaritec in Blyth, Northumberland, has announced his well deserved retirement at the end of a long, varied and successful career.

With a family background in engineering, it was almost inevitable that Alastair would follow in his father’s footsteps to become an engineer, starting his working life as an apprentice draughtsman with VickersArmstrong Shipbuilding and Swan Hunter Shipbuilders in Newcastle. He further consolidated his shipbuilding credentials at Swan Hunter. In 1974 he moved to the offshore industry, moving to Scotland in 1976 and then to try his hand at the civil engineering sector in London until 1981 when he returned to shipbuilding and engineering where he stayed until the demise of the shipbuilding industry on Tyneside.

Throughout his career he was lucky enough to travel widely, spending time in Australia, Indonesia and Malaysia.

In 2003, hearing of an opportunity at the fledgling aluminium-hull boat builders,

Alnmaritec, he jumped at the chance to return to his roots and to an industry he knew so well, using his extensive project experience and well-known tenacity to help the company expand into the thriving business it is today.

He continued by saying how great it’s been working with people who know what they’re doing, describing colleagues and clients as, “refreshingly honest, basically a nice people. That’s who you want to be working with, not some fly-by-night.”

When he joined Alnmaritec, they were on project number 7. They are now completing projects 169 and 170 – and Alastair has been involved in every one of these, from diving boats and small cargo tenders to offshore line-handling and hose-handling vessels and aquaculture boats. He says he never had any favourites among them. No two boats were ever the same, even if they were sisters. Each one had its own unique identity.

His colleagues describe him as an outthere sort of person who doesn’t like to mess around and says it like it is.

He needs to get things done. A decent, honest man who values others’ integrity, and hopes they value his.

In his typically self-deprecating way, when asked what he would like to read in a profile of himself, he said he hoped it would say how passionate he has always been about the industry, before going on to thank all the brilliant people he has worked with over the years; clients, suppliers and colleagues.

He described it as a “very small industry in its own community, where you strike up a better-than-working relationship with those around you and treat them all as friends. That’s what this industry is about; passion, care and feeling.”

Steve Hardie, Project Manager of Alnmaritec.

“He’s a top bloke. I’ve worked with him on and off for 6 years and have learned a lot from him. He’s approachable and very knowledgeable.”

“As Alastair retires, he takes with him a wealth of knowledge, experience and contacts which, over the last few months, in a structured and planned way, Alastair has passed on to Gavin Sharp, who is taking over the role of Commercial Manager.”

Mark Gulesserian, Managing Director of Alnmaritec.

Kormarine 2015 preview This year at KORMARINE, FURUNO will exhibit a wide range of products and services.

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The prime focus will be our bridge system FURUNO VOYAGER, consisting of FMD3x00 ECDIS and FAR-3x00 Chart Radar.

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The FAR-3x00 chart radars are available in both X- and S-band and can also be supplied with S-band solid state antenna.

The FAR-3x00 chart radar features FURUNO’s latest Automatic Clutter Elimination (ACE) functionality, which radically improves the close range target detection and image quality. The FAR-3x00 also features an improved target tracking function, providing target acquisition in only a few seconds.

The FMD-3x00 ECDIS offers improved intuitive user interface, which makes it much easier to navigate the menus and operate the ECDIS efficiently. It comes with seamless zoom and an easy chart management tool, which fully supports ENC, ARCS and CM-93 chart formats and makes chart/permit updating, loading and erasing easy and efficient.

This year FURUNO will be presenting a new product: The new AIS, model FA170. This new product will be showcased alongside the chart update system Gate-1, the navigational echo sounder FE-800, the satellite speed log GS-100, the ice radar FICE-100 and the oil radar FOIL-200.

FURUNO will also present our satellite

communication systems featuring the new service Inmarsat GX and the remote monitoring service.

Another value-added service is FURUNO’s extensive training program for FURUNO type specific ECDIS training: This training program consists of class-room based training, either at one of FURUNO’s own training centers - the FURUNO INS Training Centers (INSTC) in Copenhagen and Singapore - or classroom training through the FURUNO NavSkills network of training centers worldwide. As a supplement to classroom training, FURUNO type specific ECDIS training can also be obtained through the NavSkills CAT (Computer Aided Training) system or via CBT (Computer Based Training).

Internet option added to Navmaster ECDIS type-specific training

V. Ships had identified situations where a crew member joins ship at short notice and urgently requires ECDIS training & certification to comply with ISM Code requirements. The Navmaster course is normally provided on two DVDs containing the training material and the formal assessment. The DVDs can be used

by any number of crew during a 12-month period and the process does not require internet access/ satcomm time, only email. However V Ships found there were cases where the DVDs were not already at the required location and expressed concern that this could prevent crew from operating the ECDIS. To overcome this problem PC Maritime added an internet delivery option.

“It is important that we can ensure access to suitable ECDIS training for seafarers, in a range of situations, often at short notice. Being able to

direct seafarers to internetdelivered type-specific ECDIS material provides an additional degree of flexibility, which is very much appreciated.”

Alasdair Ireland, V.Ships Head of Seafarer Training.

Over 1800 officers have been certified for Navmaster ECDIS using PC Maritime’s course. The course fully meets the Nautical Institute’s checklist to assure shipowners and authorities that watchkeeping officers are competent, and contributes towards efficient and safe operation of ECDIS.

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In response to a request from V Ships, PC Maritime have added internet delivery to Navmaster ECDIS type-specific training which now covers all bases: onboard ship, ashore in training centres and via internet.

Kværner Verdal AS selects AVEVA Bocad Leading EPC company deploys AVEVA Bocad for efficient structural steel design, detailing and fabrication.

AVEVA today announced that, following a rigorous competitive evaluation, Kværner Verdal AS has selected AVEVA Bocad Steel™ and AVEVA Bocad Offshore™ for use at its design and fabrication yard in Verdal, Norway. Kværner required a specialised structural steel design solution that provided out-of-the box functionality and powerful integration.

Through the use of AVEVA Bocad

Offshore, Kværner benefits from software that is specifically created for the design, detailing and fabrication of all forms of offshore steel structures. When integrated with Kværner’s AVEVA PDMS™ deployment, these structural steel solutions provide an efficient and complete 3D engineering solution that will enable the company to execute larger, more complex structural projects with reduced risk, cost and delivery time.

“Kværner will benefit from an unrivalled combination of tight project control and high quality design and fabrication

on projects where being on time and budget are business-critical AVEVA Bocad is easy to adopt, enabling clients to use it immediately on new projects with no dip in productivity. All improvements in engineering and fabrication processes have a direct benefit to the bottom line of a business. AVEVA Bocad will enable clients to increase their competitiveness by delivering better quality projects to their customers.

A key element to this win has been AVEVA’s ability to build and sustain long-standing customer relationships.”

Helmut Schuller, EVP Sales, AVEVA.

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“Accurate and detailed design leads to efficient and error-free construction. This is essential for businesses like Kværner when designing and building complex offshore installations.

AVEVA Bocad Offshore extends the productivity of AVEVA Bocad Steel with special features for the unique needs of this challenging industry sector. The Future of Steel Fabrication has never been so exciting, and the AVEVA Bocad solution is driving this future, creating new capabilities that will transform the structural steel industry.”

Dave Wheeldon, CTO, AVEVA.

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