General News

PowerCell Sweden AB has signed a memorandum of understanding with the German industrial group Siemens AG to jointly develop fuel cell-based drive and power generating systems for marine applications.

Meyer is expanding use of Cadmatic design and information management software at its shipyards to improve its cruise vessel design and shorten design and construction lead-times.

Rolls-Royce is to produce marine batteries for the first time with the launch of a lithium-ion based energy storage system.

Silverstream Technologies has retrofitted its Silverstream System air lubrication technology onto the Diamond Princess owned by Princess Cruises.

Eidesvik Offshore, Wärtsilä Norway and DNV GL are closing the FellowSHIP research project which has explored the use of marine battery, hybrid and fuel cell technology for over 15 years.

Wärtsilä Seals & Bearings is introducing augmented reality and smart glasses in stern tube seals and bearings services, creating a whole new dimension in repair and maintenance operations.

Damen Shipyards Group and Skoon Energy have signed a cooperation agreement of understanding for the advancement of energy transition in the shipping industry, including electric propulsion.

WinGD has appointed OMT chief technical officer Klaus Heim as chief executive officer, effective 6 August.

Virgin Voyages has awarded Wärtsilä the maintenance contract for three of its newbuild cruise ships to help ensure they are powered and operated reliably efficiently and sustainably.

The design process behind the famous Doxford opposed piston engine has been documented by two former engineers in a new book for sale now.