Month: April 2016

Capex savings of around 15-20% are achievable thanks to the X-62's use of a low-pressure fuel gas handling system, claims WinGD PROPULSION

First Wärtsilä X62DF for LNG carrier

Alastair Fischbacher: “It is critical that the IMO urgently sets out a robust and ambitious plan and framework that sees the industry take responsibility for reducing its emissions output” Photo: SSI2014.com GENERAL NEWS

Call to commit to reduced emissions

Extensive MacGregor equipment packages ordered for ESL's new eco-bulker duo EQUIPMENT

MacGregor equipment for new ESL bulkers

Harsh operating conditions for FinFerries 'Stella' will offer a robust trial of cutting-edge camera and radar technologies GENERAL NEWS

Advanced sensors on trial for Finferries

PSVs offer an ideal platform for conversion into live fish carriers, providing a revenue-generating alternative to idling unused ships REPAIR & CONVERSION

Damen helps owners repurpose PSVs

EQUIPMENT

Bio-Sea conducts new USCG testing

DSA 760's resistance to high termperature corrosion has more than doubled the life of exhaust valves on UE two-stroke engines PROPULSION

MHI trials new alloy for exhaust valves

Fincantieri and Carnival Corporation have finalised a deal for five new passenger ships VESSELS & SHIPYARDS

Deal for five next-generation passenger ships

Animation of the new thruster design PROPULSION

Hoyer motor for new thruster design