Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Carderock received a patent Nov. 13 for their discovery and development of a new smart material called Galfenol.Galfenol is a magnetostrictive smart material that can be used in sensors, actuators and structural supports…
Digital Modular Radios by General Dynamics to anchor communications for new U.S. Navy ships and submarines.The U.S. Navy has ordered an additional 53 General Dynamics-built AN/USC-61(C) four-channel Digital Modular Radios (DMR) for use aboard new Navy ships…
On April 7th, 2013, Dredge Technology Corporation will introduce its well-known Simulator Training to the USA. The training will be presented in collaboration with the Netherlands-based Training Institute for Dredging (TID) and makes use of TID’s own Cutter Suction Dredger (CSD) Simulator…
BoatMonitor app is a remote anchor alarm that enables smartphone or computer to track a leisure boat's position at anchor, moored or in dock.The app enables boat owners to relax and enjoy time ashore knowing their boat is secure, providing…
W&O is one of seven selected to serve on newly-formed Industry Partners Committee. W&O, a global supplier of valve automation, engineered solutions and marine pipe, valves and fittings is proud to announce that Fred Loomis, W&O’s Director…
Kannad's SafeLink AIS SART obtains Wheel Mark (Mark of Conformity) the European regulatory marking for marine equipment.The SafeLink AIS SART is a manual deployment survivor location device intended for use on life rafts or survival craft…
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…
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…
GEA Westfalia Separator Group to supply ballast water treatment system (BWTS) to Hochtief Solutions' new jack-up barge 'Vidar'.Hochtief Solutions is strengthening its leading position in the market for offshore wind power installations with the expansion of its fleet of special vessels…
Wärtsilä was contracted to supply integrated power and automation systems for two Russian icebreakers. Wärtsilä won the contract to supply integrated power and automation systems for two new icebreakers being built for a Russian state-owned enterprise by Vyborg Shipyard JSC…
Furuno announced that the new ECDIS (model names FMD-3200 and FMD-3300) are ready for launch during the autumn 2012. The FMD-3200 (with 19” LCD) and FMD-3300 (with 23.1” LCD) deliver great enhancement in terms of user interface as well as functionality…
FLIR M‐Series is now compatible with TZTouch through Furuno’s Navnet TZTouch touch‐screen MFDs.FLIR’s popular M‐Series line of thermal night vision just got easier to use than ever, Now all M‐Series functions can be directly accessed through Furuno’s Navnet TZTouch touch‐screen MFDs…
Port of San Diego's Tenth Avenue Marine Terminal proposes shore-to-ship power provision (subject to project's public approval).The project would allow vessels such as container ships and refrigerated cargo ships to 'plug in' and use electrical power from San Diego Gas & Electric…
Responsible for marketing, advertising and sales promotions. Metabo Corporation, an international manufacturer of professional grade portable electric power tools and abrasives for industrial, construction and welding applications, announced it has hired Jere L…
