Singapore Approves Ferry Service to Desaru, Malaysia
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has approved the application from Batamfast Pte Ltd (Batamfast) to operate the proposed ferry service of a directā¦
Sea Machines Debuts AI-ris Computer Vision for Commercial Vessels
Marine perception sensor aims to provide high-def situational awareness to eliminate at-sea collisions and allisionsSea Machines Robotics unveiled AI-ris (Artificial Intelligence Recognition and Identification System), a new marine computer-vision navigation sensor designed to improve safety and performance while vessels are underway. Sea Machinesā AI-ris uses digital cameras and AI-processing to detectā¦
Old is Gold: Sky-high Cost of Ageing Containerships Sounds Inflation SOS
Shipping companies are transforming rust buckets into gold mines in a modern-day alchemy that could fuel already rampant inflation for years to come.The disruption to world trade caused by pandemic lockdowns and a shortage of new cargo vessels has pushed freight rates for ageing containerships to record highs.Cashing in on the boom, shipping firms are locking in long-term leases lasting three to four yearsā¦
New Product: ESAB Launches InduSuite for Robotic, Welding and Cutting Ops
ESAB recently launched InduSuite, a brand-agnostic portfolio of software applications designed to revolutionize workflow, quality, and business performance, to help fabricators and manufacturers improve operational efficiency. According to ESAB, InduSuite offers three key benefits: simplicity for accessing data and documents with an easy-to-use interface; real-time insight into performance, traceability and workforce accountabilityā¦
BMT, Penguin Commission Hybrid-electric Vessel for Singapore MPA
A hybrid vessel for the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), co-developed by BMT and Penguin Shipyard International, was recently commissioned.The hybrid-electric aluminium catamaran, dubbed MPA Guardian, is a 35-mpatrol boat designed to conduct patrolling activities, search and rescue, oil spill response, drone operations and salvage support. It will also be used as the governmentās testā¦
James Fisher, Graig Debut New Ulstein Twin X-Stern SOV
James Fisher and Sons plc and Graig Shipping PLC unveiled a new service operation vessel (SOV) design concept, the Ulstein Twin X-Stern named ULSTEIN SX221 Diamond SOV to support the UKās target of 50GW of offshore wind energy generation by 2030.The concept is the result of collaboration by the Diamond Consortium, a collaboration between James Fisher and Graig with support from DNV and design partner, Ulstein Design Solutions.
New Product: Saftās newSeanergy 2.0 Li-ion Battery
Saft, a subsidiary of TotalEnergies, launched Seanergy 2.0, a new lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery system for full-electric and hybrid vessels. The system can be scaled to suit propulsion and other loads on board vessels including ferries, workboats and tugs, offshore support vessels, cruise liners and yachts.Seanergy 2.0 has high energy density of 130 watt-hours per liter (Wh/l), a compact solution for even the most restricted onboard spaces.
Key Suppliers On Board for Green City Ferries' Beluga24
An innovative ferry design from Sweden-based Green City Ferries, the Beluga24 comes with two emission-free options: battery electric for short journeys and hydrogen fuel cell for long ones. Designed as a multipurpose solution for public transportation with space for 147 passengers and 28 bicycles, it will be built in light-weight carbon fiber and with a foil-assisted hull."The key to build an emission-free passenger ferry is to combine light-weight hull technologiesā¦
Marlink, BV Partner to Promote Digital Integration, Connectivity
Marlink and Bureau Veritas (BV) signed an agreement to accelerate the delivery of cyber-secure digital tools and safety services in the maritime industry. The agreement links Marlinkās smart hybrid connectivity with the remote digital and safety services provided by BV. Having identified crossovers in their mutual customer base, the partners will collaborate to enable maritime stakeholders to moreā¦
MAN ES, UGS Make Joint Decarbonization Commitment
Following a meeting during the 2022 Posidonia trade fair in Athens, MAN Energy Solutions and the Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS) announced their mutual commitment to a policy of decarbonization, especialy in regard to the testing and development of alternative fuels and, more generally, the maritime value chain. This recognises the vital role that engine designers and manufacturers play, and that shippingāsā¦
Stena, Wärtsilä to Build Worldās Largest Hybrid Ship
Wärtsilä will supply its hybrid propulsion system for three new RoPax vessel currently built for Stena RoRo, Europe´s largest ferry company. Two of the ferries will have a battery capacity of 11.5 MWh, reportedly making them the marine industryās largest hybrid vessels to date.āStena wants to be a frontrunner in decarbonizing our fleet and, together with our partners, pushing developments towards zero emission operations,ā says Per Westling, Managing Director, Stena RoRo.
Briggs Marine to Provide CTVs for Neart na Gaoithe Offshore Wind Farm
U.K.-based offshore services firm Briggs Marine said it has secured a contract to deliver crew transfer vessel (CTV) services to the Neart na Gaoithe (NnG) offshore wind farm, currently under construction 15 kilometers off the Fife coast. The project is jointly owned by EDF Renewables UK and ESB.Utilizing its Damen 2610 vessel Forth Engineer, Briggs Marine will transfer technicians to turbines, substationsā¦
Ukraine Hits Crimean Drilling Platforms
Ukrainian forces attacked drilling platforms in the Black Sea owned by a Crimean oil and gas company, the pro-Russian head of the annexed peninsula said on Mondayā¦
Higher Vessel Rates Lift Baltic Dry Index
The Baltic Exchange's main sea freight index gained to its highest in nearly three weeks on Monday, helped by an uptick in capesize and panamax vessel rates.The overall index, which factors in rates for capesize, panamax and supramax vessels, added 18 points, or 0.7%, to 2,596, a peak since June 1.The capesize index gained 44 points, or 1.47%, to 3,031, the highest since May 26.Average daily earnings for capesizes, which typically transport 150,000-tonne cargoes such as iron ore and coal, rose b
Digitalization: Leveraging Digital Innovation in Offshore Energy
There is an increasing expectation that oil and gas firms can demonstrate their value and efficiency through more data-centric processes, managing costs and reacting more quickly to changing market conditions. While the sector has typically been slow to adopt digital innovations, todayās offshore energy markets are fluid and fast-changing, and the ābusiness as usualā model will not necessarily yield the best future results.AIā¦
Where Failure is Not an Option
Naval vessels cannot afford to lose critical systems following an impact. Brian Stanton, North America Engineering Lead at Parker Hannifin's Gas Turbine Division, talks about the extensive testing required for inlet filtration systems used on these ships.Inlet filtration used for critical ship systems, such as on the propulsion gas turbines, must pass rigorous testing prior to installation. These testsā¦
Denmark Says Russian Warship Violated Its Territorial Waters
A Russian warship early on Friday twice violated Danish territorial waters north of the Baltic Sea island of Bornholm where a democracy festival attended by senior officials and business people was taking place, the Danish Armed Forces said.Denmark called the action an unacceptable provocation. The Russian embassy in Copenhagen said the Danes provided no evidence.The Russian warship entered Danish waters without authorization at 0030 GMT on Friday and again a few hours laterā¦
Insurer Must Pay Spanish Claim in Galicia Oil Spill, EU Court Says
Spain on Monday won backing from Europe's top court in its mutlimillion euros damage claim against The London Steam-Ship Owners Mutual Insurance Association for a massive oil spill on its northwestern coast two decades ago.The 2002 sinking of the Greek oil tanker Prestige, which was sailing to Gibraltar, released an estimated 63,000 tones of foul-smelling black fuel along the Galicia coast and forcedā¦
Berlin's 1990s-vintage Tour Boat is 'Electrified' with Torqeedo
Oranje Nassau, a 20-m, 55-passenger sightseeing boat and water taxi operating on Berlinās urban waterways was recently put back into service after replacing its diesel engine with a fully integrated all-electric propulsion system by Torqeedo.The Torqeedo Deep Blue 50i electric drive is powered by three Deep Blue batteries with 120 kWh capacity which provide energy for a full eight-hour day at operating speedsā¦
Danish Electric Ferry Completes World-record 90km Voyage on a Single Charge
A fully-electric ferry in Denmark has set a new world record for the longest voyage on a single battery charge.The vessel, Ellen, which usually connects the islands of Ærø and Als in Southern Denmark, broke the distance record on June 9 in Sønderborg, Denmark, where leaders from industry, government, and civil society joined the International Energy Agency (IEA) for the 7th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency.
