While underway a main engine low fuel pressure alarm sounded on the bridge. The crew member on watch entered the unmanned engine room and identified a high-pressure fuel leak spraying on the port engine’s turbocharger. There was also a large quantity of diesel fuel in the bilge. The Master arrived on scene just as the…
Singtel and KVH Industries, Inc., a global satellite and maritime communications provider, announced a partnership to provide shipping companies a seamless broadband satellite service with KVH’s mini-VSAT BroadbandSM satellite connectivity to help accelerate the digital transformation of the maritime industry across the Asia Pacific region. This satellite service is designed to facilitate the use of…
Delaware Trader, the first of two 2,700TEU newbuild containerships that China’s Guangzhou Wenchong Shipyard is delivering to Lomar Shipping this year, has been fitted with a seawater lubricated propeller shaft bearing system from Thordon Bearings. Also read: Common Anti-seizure Compounds for Ships The vessel represents another breakthrough for Thordon Bearings’ COMPAC seawater lubricated propeller shaft…
Ecochlor is pleased to announce the first ballast water treatment system (BWTS) compliance guarantee. The “EcoCareTM Compliance Guarantee” demonstrates Ecochlor’s commitment to stand firmly behind their products and services. This guarantee not only mitigates risk, but it will provide clients with the assurance they are investing in the best system available today and into future….
RINA, the classification, certification, inspection, testing and consulting multinational has launched the Digital Ship Notation, the first additional class notation available for shipowners willing to demonstrate the added value of their ship or fleet through the efficient use of digital technology. GNV is the first company to receive the new notation, certifying 11 ships of…
NAPA, the leading maritime software, services and data analysis provider, announced that its industry-benchmark electronic logbook, NAPA Logbook, is now available as a monthly service solution. This reduced barrier to entry will bring the connectivity and job automation benefits of digital logbooks to more of the maritime market. NAPA Logbook will also be one of…
NAPA, the leading maritime software, services and data analysis provider, announced that its industry-benchmark electronic logbook, NAPA Logbook, is now available as a monthly service solution. This reduced barrier to entry will bring the connectivity and job automation benefits of digital logbooks to more of the maritime market. NAPA Logbook will also be one of…
HullWiper Ltd’s underwater hull cleaning technology is marking a successful first month of operations at the Port of Townsville, Australia, with initial contracts already secured following its July 2018 launch. HullWiper’s Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) provides affordable and eco-friendly hull cleaning services for all kinds of vessels calling at Townsville, the largest multi-cargo port north…
RIMS (Robotics In Maintenance Strategies) continues in their quest in the practical integration of drone technology in the world maritime surveying with yet another class society approval for the use of Remote Inspection Techniques (drones) during surveys of enclosed spaces, this time from ClassNK. Over the past 12 months RIMS have successfully secured class approvals…
Silverstream Technologies, the pioneers of air lubrication technology for the shipping industry, has signed a major new deal with Italian shipowner Grimaldi Group SpA, the company announced on 28th August. The agreement will see the Silverstream® System, Silverstream’s proprietary air lubrication technology, installed on 12 cutting-edge, hybrid Ro-Ro vessels that are being built over the…
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