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World InfoDesk - Industry News
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Enhancing Vessel Performance
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Kongsberg Maritime released three new monitoring and efficiency applications for its K-Chief automation system. The 'Fuel Saver' applications have been developed as part of Kongsberg Maritime's commitment to the Green Ship concept, and through the provision of detailed data and advice based on multiple factors including current engine use, can be used to enhance vessel performance and reduce emissions.
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Low Emissions Technology
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Finnish power solutions provider Wärtsilä and Swiss turbocharging specialist ABB Turbo Systems cooperate in the development of 2-stage turbocharged medium speed diesel engines. In this programme, Wärtsilä is focusing on developing advanced engine technology, which with the turbocharger, is able to reach the highest possible performance and become a cost-effective commercial solution for its customers. ABB Turbo Systems is delivering the turbocharging technology with defined performance in terms of airflow, pressure ratios and efficiency.
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Improving Shipping Fleet Operations
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Applied Weather Technology (AWT) announced that the Odfjell Group, a leading company in the seaborne transportation and storage of chemicals and other specialty bulk liquids with about 90 ships in its fleet, recently selected AWT's routing services and onboard voyage optimisation system to help Odfjell enhance safety and efficiency, as well as reduce fuel consumption, costs and carbon emissions.
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Tough New US Regulations for Cruise Ships
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The Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act 2010, due to become US law very shortly, imposes substantial requirements on cruise ships carrying over 250 passengers on international voyages which embark or disembark passengers in any US port. They concern design and construction, medical facilities, passenger and crew information, training and measures to report and combat crime. Non-compliance can result in denial of entry into US ports, civil penalties up to $50,000 per violation and criminal penalties up to $250,000 and/or one year's imprisonment.
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World InfoDesk - Technology Update
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Quantum Leap
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DNV's new concept container ship may seem like something out of science fiction, but a closer look reveals a vessel which has been conceived and designed to help owners manage everyday challenges. The Quantum Container Ship concept vessel represents the synthesis of new concepts, technology and systems to create a container ship concept designed to meet the evolving challenges of the future. While its sleek, futuristic design is certainly eye-catching, most of the technology that makes the vessel concept unique is already here.
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Wind Express Vessels
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Austal has unveiled its new range of high speed transfer vessels specifically designed for the burgeoning offshore wind farm industry. The company's Wind Express series of vessels combine fuel efficiency with advanced sea keeping characteristics to deliver a premier transportation solution for offshore wind farm operators. By utilising Austal's advanced hull design and engineering capabilities, each vessel is purpose-built to deliver a rugged, reliable multi-purpose work boat platform.
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New Dual Function Dredge
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The Bureau of Reclamation of the US Department of Interior has selected Ellicott Dredges' newest and most versatile dredge, the 860SL, to maintain settling basins on the lower Colorado River near Yuma, Arizona. The dredge will use biodegradable oil, an engine certified by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and a fully self-contained system environmentally sound for water, air, and noise pollution.
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Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Technology
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Wärtsilä's WFC20 fuel cell unit has been installed onboard the 'Undine', a car carrier managed by Wallenius Marine. This unique power unit is the first of its kind in the world, and will during the test period provide 20kW of auxiliary power to the vessel while producing close to zero emissions. This project is an important step towards more environmentally sound shipping and cleaner seaborne transportation.
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World InfoDesk - Opinions & Trends
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Recovery of Maritime Market
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Gouda – Imtech, technical services provider in Europe and for the global maritime market, is observing a recovery of the technological maritime market in the Far East and Singapore. Imtech draws this conclusion based on of the growing intake of orders in this region over the past few months. In this period, Imtech has obtained new orders representing a total value of 36 million euro. With a total of 10 local offices, Imtech has a strong position in this region and sees good opportunities for further growth in the near future.
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Global FPS Market Forecast
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The new edition of The World Floating Production Market Report from energy business analysts Douglas-Westwood forecasts a strong increase in expenditure over the next few years, driven by a new surge in installations. Indeed, the report predicts that more than 100 floating production systems will be installed worldwide over the 2010-2014 period at a total value of approximately $45 billion.
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Sustainable Ocean Summit
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Over 150 business leaders from a range of ocean industries -- including shipping, oil and gas, fisheries, aquaculture, mining and offshore renewable energy -- participated in the World Ocean Council's inaugural Sustainable Ocean Summit (SOS) last June in Belfast, Northern Ireland. With the theme of "Reducing Risk, Increasing Sustainability: Solutions through Collaboration", the SOS covered a range of ocean stewardship issues including marine spatial planning, the Arctic, biodiversity, marine debris, and sound in the marine environment.
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5th Maritime Communication & Technology Summit
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ACI's 5th Maritime Communications and Technology Conference (6-7 October 2010, London) will focus on the latest developments in technologies across the maritime industry and examine how ship owners and managers use them to maximise operational efficiency and increase profits. The conference will consider integration and maintenance issues, assess real value of new and existing applications, show new investment areas in ICT and examine crew development and retention strategies.
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Maritime Vietnam 2011
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Maritime Vietnam (9-11 March 2011) promises to be your strategic launching platform in Vietnam. This premier international exhibition and conference is the most comprehensive business platform encompassing all aspects of ship building, marine services & engineering, port and supply chain management opportunities. The event is an exceptional convergence of the global maritime community in one of the world’s most significant and buoyant maritime destinations - Vietnam.
The shipbuilding industry is one of the main priority sectors of the government of Vietnam. The country aims to become the world’s 5th largest shipbuilder by 2015. Most recently, the government has made USD 750 million available for the sector in order to finance the development of a modern industry that can meet future international quality demands.
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Maritime Salvage & Casualty Conference
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ACI’s Ship Salvage and Casualty Response (8-9 September 2010, London) will provide an in depth look into the salvage industry examining the legal and contractual issues that are crucial in understanding how to carry out any successful salvage operation. This event is of high importance to all stakeholders within the maritime salvage industry who aim to maintain quality and efficiency in their operations. Misapplication and bad practice during a ship casualty can have extremely high costs detrimental to all involved and the loss of vessel, cargo or risks of environmental damage are too great to leave to chance.
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Maritime Salvage & Casualty Conference
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