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Sea Machines Upgrades to Larger Work Space to Meet Demand
The company is developing autonomous controls and perception technology for marine vessels.
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Level term coverage is one of the most straight-forward and economical types of life insurance available, especially when you have the additional money-saving capabilities inherent in a group plan.
A New Perspective on Alternative Fuels: DNV GL Launches Alternative Fuels Insight (AFI) Platform
The platform helps ship owners and other maritime stakeholders monitor the global uptake of alternative fuels and assess the best options for their own vessels.
New Coating for Ships Keeps Barnacles at Bay
Researchers developed a coating made of a non-toxic silicone and with a new microstructure that may keep barnacles off ship keels, improving fuel efficiency.
First Conversion of a Slow-speed Marine Diesel Engine to Ethane Fuel
The slow-speed marine diesel engine aboard the ABS-classed Navigator Aurora, a 35,000 m3 ethylene/LPG carrier, has been converted to operate on ethane as a fuel.
As Arctic Ice Recedes, a New Sea Route May Open
The Northern Sea Route could be a shorter route for journeys from East Asia to Europe than the Northwest Passage over Canada because it could be free of ice sooner due to climate change.
Passive Fire Protection Materials Receive DNV-GL Certification
Tiles designed to provide passive fire protection against blast, jet and pool fire in harsh environments received DNV-GL certification. The deck tiles also provide anti-fatigue dampening support, a corrosion barrier and can be tailored to withstand various chemical and mechanical conditions.
World’s First Daughter Craft Based on SES Technology
An independent ship design company that specializes in air-cushioned catamarans and Surface Effect Ships (SES) developed the world’s first daughter craft based on SES technology. Development was supported by the Carbon Trust’s Offshore Wind Accelerator (OWA) program with a goal of reducing the costs of offshore wind farm developments.
Restoring a 16th Century Ship with Nanotech
Researchers have been racing to prevent deterioration of the wooden structures since the ship was salvaged in 1982.
Oil Exports from This Port Are Showing Rapid Growth
In April 2018, crude oil exports from the port surpassed imports by 15,000 barrels per day. By May, the difference had risen to 470,000 b/d.
Rolls-Royce Launches Battery System for Ships
The liquid-cooled battery system features a modular design that enables the product to scale according to energy and power requirements.
New CNC Machine Tool to be Presented for the First Time at IMTS 2018
Tsugami LaserSwiss announced today that it will introduce an all-new LaserSwiss CNC machine tool for the first time at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) at McCormick Place in Chicago, September 10 through September 15.
Watch the Launch of the RRS Sir David Attenborough
The Royal Research Ship (RRS) Sir David Attenborough, the largest civilian ship to be built in the U.K. in 30 years and less formally known as Boaty McBoatface, was officially launched into the River Mersey on July 14.
Crude Oil Export Terminal Planned for Gulf of Mexico
The project could include 80 miles of 42-inch-diameter pipeline to an offshore terminal capable of loading and exporting crude oil at the rate of 85,000 barrels per hour.
Research Vessel to Float with Fuel Cell Power
The zero-emissions marine research vessel can travel at least 2,400 miles or 15 days before requiring a refuel.
Forming a Floating Park from Plastic Waste
Plastic waste retrieved from rivers can be transformed into floating islands for recreational and aquatic biota benefits.
Researchers Develop Ship Coatings to Fight Friction Drag
A materials science professor from the University of Michigan has developed a new coating capable of shedding just about everything from water, alcohol, oil and even peanut butter.
Watch the Detonation of WWII Mines Off Estonia
Royal Navy divers found nine mines that were then either blown up on the spot or towed to a safe area offshore before being safely detonated.
Cryogenic Storage Solution for LNG Fuel
With the final test phase complete, a new storage solution for LNG fuel has addressed needs in the marine industry. Not only is it compact and easy to install, but it has the ability to maintain higher pressures than traditional membrane tanks, offering an attractive solution for storage capacities ranging from 1,000 to 3,000 cubic meters.
Poor Safety Culture Led to Ferry Fire That Hurt 45
The fire began in the main engine room when fuel spraying from a leaking flange contacted the hot surface of the port main engine. The ship burned for three days near Puerto Rico.