Wärtsilä subsidiary, Shipham Valves, completes development of a range of composite single plate wafer check valves.The new valves will be introduced to the market place at the Valve World Exhibition to be held in Düsseldorf at the end of November…
The UK P&I Club is absolutely committed to maintaining a vibrant loss prevention program and its latest move is a new DVD that places a specific focus on the Bow Tie concept - a comprehensive risk assessment initiative which helps members identify and prioritize risk across their whole fleets…
UK based ECDIS training and consultancy company ECDIS Ltd unveiled a VSTEP NAUTIS full mission bridge simulator with a 315° viewing capability. It is to primarily be used for Bridge Team training but has been fitted with 4 different ECDIS systems all integrated with the NAUTIS software…
To complete its suite of inspection windows for maintenance engineers in the marine industry IRISS has introduced the world’s first ultrasound port, the IRISS VP12. In common with the Platinum Window - its counterpart for ultraviolet, visual…
Maritime training specialist Seagull has plugged a growing gap in shipboard expertise by launching new CBT titles targeted at High Voltage electrical systems operation and maintenance. The wider adoption of electrical propulsion, variable speed…
Hempel launches high-solids versions of their Globic, Oceanic and Olympic antifoulings, which offer optimised features and stronger ROI.The new versions, Globic 9000, Globic 6000, Oceanic+ and Olympic+, have been optimised to offer the benefits of high-solids…
The new zero-emission tender is constructed in composite materials with wood structures & is powered by an electric outboard.The special propulsion system allows the tender to be easily stored in garages or on the swimming platforms of yachts…
Norwegian maritime training specialist Seagull AS is extending its suite of Distance training packages in anticipation of the entry into force of the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) Maritime Labour Convention (MLC, 2006) in August 2013…
Tognum to showcase Mobile Rig Power Module powered by MTU series 1300 engine at Permian Basin International Oil Show (PBIOS) in Odessa, Texas.The Series 1300 offers the same legendary high standards of reliability and durability as its predecessor…
Deputy Secretary of Defense, Secretary of the Navy, pay a visit to 'USS Makin Island' (LHD 8).Deputy Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter and Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus met recently with several flag and general officers in the area on…
U.S. Postal Service to dedicate Earthscapes Forver stamps to include 'Barge Fleeting,' an aerial view of towing vessels. WHAT: The United States Postal Service will dedicate a series of Forever Stamps entitled “Earthscapes,” one which features…
NauticalCheck launch the world’s first multi-page, waterproof, pocket checklist, giving boaters immediate access to both critical safety information.According to the US manufacturers, NauticalCheck is unlike anything ever published in the boating industry…
Drewry launches new equity research business with DP World investment report. Drewry, the renowned maritime research and advisory firm, announces the launch of a new brand, Drewry Maritime Equity Research, to further expand its portfolio of specialist products and services…
San Marcos, California-based SD Model Makers expands range with its tall ship model offering.SD Model Makers master model shipwrights produce models in magnificent detail. From hand laid decks, tarred standing rigging, complex running rigging…
A' Award & Competitions awards Surfsail42 by Hakan Gürsu its Bronze A' Design Award at Yacht & Marine Vessels Design Competition.Hakan Gürsu, the lead designer of the awarded design Surfsail42 explains “SurfSail42 is the first foldable…
