Maritime Journal August 2019

Issue No.377

AUGUST 2019

Dirk Illegems | Hydrographic Survey EXTRA | Tug Market Report | Wind Installation Vessels

PORT & HARBOUR Ship & Boat Building Offshore Renewables

SAFEHAVEN MARINE

CONTENTS NEWS

FEATURES

14 Brexit ready

26 CTV demand

The Ports of Normandy hope to turn uncertainty into opportunity

Ian Bayliss unpicks the recent slowdown

28 Vessel Christening

16 Waterborne conference

Acta Marine’s Centaurus is ready for her first assignment in offshore wind

Sector event looks towards zero emission operations

18 Four Hull Vanes

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Shipyard De Hoop is a great believer in the fuel saving technology

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FEATURES 12 Profile Dirk Illegems on marine electronics collaboarations

15 Arctic research Robot sub will undertake dangerous mission to the foot of arctic glaciers

32 Fleet modernisation 35m catamaran will serve the Frisian Islands

38 Eurocarrier jumboisation Neptune Marine extends Jif Artemis to 42m

42 Wave propulsion Faroese ferry will use experimental underwater ‘wings’ to save fuel

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46 Elbe dredging

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18 Icebreaking tug Hybrid tug is most powerful in the world

Fairway adjustment work has begun in Hamburg

49 Shore-to-ship power ABB’s solution for reduced emissions and increased efficiency at NorSea bases

24 Turbine installation Predicting the future of windfarm installation jack-up demand

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Dirk Illegems | Hydrographic Survey EXTRA | Tug Market Report | Wind Installation Vessels

PORT & HARBOUR Ship & Boat Building Offshore Renewables

SAFEHAVEN MARINE

This month’s dramatic shot is Safehaven Marine’s second XSV20 high speed patrol boat Safehaven built for Jack Setton, undergoing sea trials off Cork.

The design has an innovative and unique hybrid hull design, seamlessly fusing an asymmetrical catamaran with a wave piercing mono hull combining the stability of a catamaran with the rough weather capabilities of a deep V monohull.

The design incorporates a Hysucraft hydrofoil, which provides lift between the catamaran hulls, reducing the vessel’s overall wetted surface area.

The vessel is powered by a pair of Caterpillar C18 engines through ZF gearboxes with Marine Jet Power

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Hybrid 350 waterjets and a Humphree interceptor trim control system and can boast a maximum speed over 45kts.

The vessel has been fitted out to a very high standard incorporating four separate cabins with SHOX shock mitigation seating in the main cabin. A flybridge provides a second commanding helm position and she carries a crane launched 3.5m RIB. Long range fuel tanks provide her with extended offshore voyage capabilities and a 400nm range.

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NEWS

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PORTS OF NORMANDY ‘BREXIT-READY’

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Sea Machines Robotics has hired industry veteran Frank Relou to lead its European sales efforts. In his new role as European business development manager, Relou ‘will lead the transformation of Europe’s hard-working commercial fleets with technology that empowers operators with enhanced on-water productivity and job predictability’. Sea Machines offers proven commercialgrade, wireless, remote vessel-control systems and autonomous navigation technology.

Estonian connection The Estonian terminal operator HHLA TK Estonia, a fully owned subsidiary of Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA), is strengthening its position as a RoRo hub in the Baltic region. Finnish ferry company Eckerö Line recently began connecting the port of Muuga, where HHLA TK Estonia operates a multifunction terminal, with Vuosaari in Finland.

AAA rating Seven years after the facility was acquired by Damen, the group’s Swedish shipyard, Damen Oskarshamnsvarvet has had its credit rating, as awarded by European credit rating agency Bisnode, upgraded from B to AAA. After a few difficult years in challenging market conditions, the impact of Damen’s changes became noticeable in the second half of 2017 when the yard returned to profitability. This move into the black was accelerated by winning two key contracts; one to manufacture high-precision special steel tanks. The other, to refit and repair the Castella, a 77-metre Ro-Ro ferry operated by Trafikverket, the Swedish Transport Administration.

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At a time of on-going uncertainty, the Ports of Normandy is continuing its preparations for Brexit, hoping to turn the situation into a development opportunity.

President Hervé Morin has been travelling to Brussels, London and Ireland to determine a precise picture of the situation to better prepare the port.

More than 1.7m passengers, 500,000 vehicles and 160,000 heavy goods vehicles travel between the UK and France through the ports of CaenOuistreham, Cherbourg and Dieppe. The Ports of Normandy

and its operators, Caen-Normandy CCI, Port de Cherbourg SAS and the Régie du Port de Dieppe, have joined forces with customs authorities and the border police to take measures to ensure the free flow of both traffic and passengers.

These measures have been approved and are fully operational and ready to be put into action.

The port authorities believe that Brexit uncertainty has caused a 'wait and see' approach to leisure activities and holidays on the Continent, with passenger numbers only up 1.5% at the end of May. Freight figures were more

8 The Port of Dieppe - the Ports of Normandy is confident it is ready for Brexit

positive with a 6.5% rise in traffic from the UK thanks to a customs service decision to 'work to rule' on the Dover Straits earlier this year together with British stockpiling to mitigate the effects of a 'no deal' Brexit.

Next steps include upgrading border inspection services and the completion of civil engineering work at Cherbourg. Despite work still to be done, the Ports of Normandy are confident that they are 'Brexit ready'.

JACK GASTON All at Maritime Journal and Mercator Media were saddened to hear of the passing of Tug stalwart Jack Gaston as we went to press following a recent few years of ill-health.

Hugely respected throughout the tugs and towing industry, Jack wrote his first article on tugs in 1965. He was Maritime Journal's Tugs and Towing correspondent up to 2014 alongside similar roles at multiple other industry titles, and was awarded the Seawork Lifetime Achievement Award in 2014 for services to the commercial marine industry.

We are currently working with the Gaston family on a full obituary, and pass our deepest condolences to his wife Anne, and family.

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BRIEFS Oceansgate Oceansgate, a new marine enterprise centre in Plymouth, UK, is taking another step forward with work on Phase 2 of the development starting shortly. The contract for the construction of Oceansgate’s second phase is set to be awarded to Kier, following a delegated decision being signed off by Plymouth City Council. Oceansgate has transformed disused MOD land in South Yard, Devonport, into a marine Enterprise Zone and thriving business development.

ROVOP ROVOP, the subsea robotics company, has announced that David Lamont is assuming the position of CEO with immediate effect. David, who currently serves as the Chairman at ROVOP, has over 30 years experience in the energy services sector and was most recently CEO at Proserv. Steven Gray is stepping down from the CEO role, after eight years leading the company. Steven was one of the founders of ROVOP in 2011 and has been the principal driving force in taking it from a start-up to be a major player in the subsea robotics field, with over 50 ROVs serving clients worldwide across various energy sectors.

New division

NAME CHANGE FOR INDUSTRY BODY A UK-based trade, skills and safety standards association has changed its name to better reflect its current work.

Originally formed in 1994 to facilitate an industry input into the formulation of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency's (MCA) Workboat Code of Practice, the National Workboat Association has changed its name during its Silver Anniversary year to 'The Workboat Association' (WA) so it can correctly associate with its current form, scope and objectives.

In its 25th year of providing to a growing industry's needs, The WA's current membership now incorporates workboat owners, operators, stakeholders and independent professionals from both in and outside of the UK. Remaining a not-for-profit, membership funded/owned association, the WA's scope in its most recent form offers to industry stakeholders who are working in the UK, to UK regulations, or those simply

aiming to benchmark their own standards of practice against a well adopted, respected and understood level - as the Workboat Association promote.

In addition to the name change announcement, 1 August also marks the start of the latest safety campaign launched by the WA 'The Responsible Carriage of Dangerous Goods'.

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8 The National Workboat Association is now The Workboat Association

Renewable Energy and supported and steered by the MCA, the campaign has been established to educate those boarding and working onboard (UK) workboats to the permittable forms of, and declaration responsibilities surrounding the carriage of dangerous goods.

NEW EUROPEAN WATERBORNE CONFERENCE A new conference will address research, innovation and competitiveness in the European waterborne sector.

The conference aims to bring together members of European Parliament, the European Commission Services, Member States, the waterborne sector and other related stakeholders, said the Waterborne technology platform. Organised by the broader waterborne community in Brussels, the event on 29 November will also look at

ways in which the sector can work towards smart and zero-emission operations, added Sea Europe.

The strategic objectives of the Waterborne technology platform are to establish a continuous dialogue between all stakeholders in the waterborne transport sector and in other waterborne-related sectors on R&D; contribute to the widest possible consensus regarding R&D and to focusing of efforts and resources; and develop a

common medium- and long-term R&D Vision and a Strategic Research Agenda (SRA).

Objectives also include contributing to the appropriate mobilisation and allocation of the necessary financial resources (private/regional/national/EU sources); and contributing to the social expectations regarding clean, competitive and safe waterborne transport as well as regarding other waterbornerelated activities, including education and training.

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Scotland-based Motive Offshore Group, specialists in marine equipment fabrication and rental, has announced the launch of Motive Personnel – a division specifically created to provide offshore technicians to its global customer base. With the ability to mobilise up to 50 BOSIET and GWO (Global Wind Organisation)qualified Motive staff technicians the new division will be headed up by Alan Stewart.

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A new partnership has been announced between a number of organisations including Port of Tyne, PD Ports, Nissan, Connected Places Catapult, Accenture, Royal HaskoningDHV and Ubisoft to create the UK's first Maritime Innovation Hub. The '2050 Innovation Hub' will see partners collaborate to develop solutions to the technological challenges facing the maritime sector and the wider logistics industry both nationally and globally.

The Secretary of State for Transport, The Rt Hon Chris Grayling MP, visited the Port of Tyne to open the 2050 Innovation Hub based at the Port of Tyne.

Transport Secretary Chris Grayling said: “Ports are vital to the UK's economy and the Port of Tyne is no different - driving trade and supporting key businesses,

FIRST MARITIME INNOVATION HUB such as Tetley and Nissan, to deliver to their consumers.

“The British maritime sector is world famous for driving innovation. The Innovation Hub is a fantastic way to increase efficiency, making the our ports more attractive to businesses at home and abroad as well as ensuring the UK continues to lead the way in maritime technology for decades to come.”

The 2050 Innovation Hub will be a catalyst for sharing ideas, harnessing research and development, advancing technology and tackling shared challenges.

As a centre for collaboration between a number of leading technology organisations and industry partners, the Maritime

8 Port of Tyne Innovation Hub official opening

2050 Innovation Hub will also attract more young people into the maritime sector.

The 2050 Innovation Hub is fully aligned with the Government's Maritime 2050 Strategy and it will

work closely with the Department for Transport and MarRI-UK to ensure that it delivers for the benefit of the maritime sector as a whole.

MARINE STALWART CELEBRATES 125 YEARS

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The Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) has announced it will be launching a new UK body, one of the first of its kind to be established in the UK, to bring together the Solent’s marine and maritime strengths and assets and champion the region as a globally significant maritime hub. Steered by the LEP, Maritime UK Solent will help its members to develop international links to grow their businesses and provide them a direct route to Government.

Subsea International Ltd, the privately-owned asset integrity monitoring technology and systems developer has cut its ties with US ROV manufacturer Deep Ocean Engineering Inc. After acting as Deep Ocean Engineering’s EMEA agent since their 2018 launch, Subsea International Ltd has cancelled the agreement by mutual consent to allow them to concentrate on the development of a new remotely operated material condition monitoring system.

StormGeo has appointed Carsten Mortensen as new Non-executive Chairman to its Board of Directors.

He brings more than 30 years of operational experience, having held leadership positions at global Nordic companies, such as A.P. Møller-Mærsk, D/S Norden and most recently as CEO of BW Group. StormGeo is a global provider of weather intelligence and decision support services, for shipping, oil and gas, renewable energy and aviation.

Briggs Marine Contractors Ltd has been awarded a three year, multisite framework agreement for the underwater inspection and maintenance of SSE Hydro and Thermal power generation sites throughout Scotland and the United Kingdom. The Briggs Marine Dive Team, who are approved for in-water inspection

by ABS, Lloyds Register, and DNV-GL, has extensive experience working in remote and challenging locations.

A marine and logistics company is celebrating its 125th anniversary in 2019.

Providing specialist services and expertise to the transport, marine, construction, engineering, defence, renewable energy and shipping industries, Williams Shipping was founded in 1894 by George Williams, who was then joined by his son, Jim, at the age of just 13. Today, the company is run by the fourth and fifth generations of the Williams family with Eric Williams as chairman.

Fifth-generation Philip Williams joined the company in 1997, and today heads up the company's

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marine services division. He said: “Williams Shipping has a reputation for reliability, expertise and quality of service, a reputation which we are truly proud of. Those values are just as important today as they were over a century ago.”

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deliveries, equipment hire and crew transfer.

Mr Williams said the company, which has worked with organisations including MHI Vestas Offshore Wind, Boskalis Westminster, Esso, the Royal Navy and Valero, has “a lot of interesting projects in the pipeline”.

Past projects include transportation of 82m offshore wind turbine blades for Mitsubishi Vestas Offshore Wind (MVOW), whose facilities are based on the Isle of Wight and in Southampton Water; ongoing support for the Thames Tideway civil engineering work with barges, workboats and other equipment; and provision of dockyard space, craneage, towage and other services to assist with moving the Fairmile RML 497 to Hartlepool for renovation.

8 Williams Shipping held a party open to all its 100 members of staff and their partners

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FOUR MORE HULL VANES DELIVERED TO SHIPYARD DE HOOP Shipyard de Hoop, based in Lobith, has taken delivery of four Hull Vanes for a series of 55 metre near-sisterships Having tested the Hull Vane, an underwater wing to improve ship performance, onboard the 55m Fast Supply Vessel Karina back in 2014, Shipyard de Hoop is no stranger when it comes to the Hull Vane. Sea trials with and without Hull Vane at the time showed a reduction in fuel consumption of 10 to 15%, depending on the ship's speed.

IRON BEHIND THE STERN The difference in stern wave was also clearly visible, and Shipyard De Hoop's technical director Fré Drenth coined the phrase “the iron behind the stern” for the Hull Vane, because it flattened the wake so much.

Apart from a reduction in fuel consumption, the Hull Vane also provides the vessels with a higher top speed, a longer range (or higher crossing speed) and improved seakeeping (10 to 20% less vertical accelerations onboard).

A total of five vessels were built in the series and were proposed to the market in various forms, such as an offshore patrol vessel, a survey vessel or a superyacht support vessel.

Recently, Dutch shipowner Rederij Groen (Scheveningen) took delivery of one of the vessels, named Linde-G, to be used as a Multipurpose Guard Vessel. Two other vessels were sold as Offshore Patrol Vessels to HLS International and will be delivered shortly for security work in Nigerian waters. A fourth ship will be used as an Offshore Patrol Vessel in Kenyan waters.

The first vessel, MV Karina, will be used as a Fast Supply Intervention Vessel in the oil & gas industry. Each of the five vessels is equipped with a Hull Vane.

The Hull Vane is a good example of how we do our innovation and R&D. We like to try things full scale, give it our best shot within a short timeframe and limited budget, and if it works, we implement it. If not, we haven’t wasted a lot of time and costs on it Patrick Jansen, C.E.O. of Shipyard de Hoop: “The Hull Vane is a good example of how we do our innovation and R&D. We like to try things full scale, give it our best shot within a short timeframe and limited budget, and if it works, we implement it.

If not, we haven't wasted a lot of time and costs on it. The Hull Vane is an example of something that clearly works very well, and we see applications on other vessels in our yard as well, such as expedition cruise ships. Most ships will sail day-in-dayout for at least the next thirty years and it would be a pity not to equip them with a device which saves so much fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, while improving comfort for the passengers onboard.”

reports that 20 more Hull Vanes are on order or very close to being ordered for superyachts, passenger ships and patrol boats.

Bruno Bouckaert, sales director of Hull Vane BV: “We clearly see a shift compared to five years ago, when we started. We now have so many full-scale examples on a wide range of vessels, backed up with performance numbers and 40 years of accumulated usage without a single repair, that no-one really doubts the effectiveness or the durability of the Hull Vane anymore.

Naval architects and ship owners are increasingly aware that reducing the ships' resistance today will make a future energy transition a lot easier, even if we don't yet know how we will do it.”

The Hull Vane is a patented fixed hydrowing that is placed below the stern of a ship, saving energy and improving seakeeping. This 'hydrofoil' influences the stern wave pattern and creates hydrodynamic lift, which is partially oriented forward and reduces the ship's resistance. Invented by Dr. Ir. Pieter van Oossanen, it has been on the market since 2014. The device's implementation on Rotterdam harbour vessel RPA8 won Hull Vane BV a Seawork Innovation Award in 2018.

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8 Linde-G, a Multipurpose Guard Vessel, fitted with a Hull Vane

19 UNITS The tally of built Hull Vanes now amounts to nineteen units, of which five for patrol vessels, and Shipyard De Hoop is already the fourth repeat customer for Hull Vane BV. The company

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“Five years ago, we had no help at all from any of the other product manufacturers,” said Dirk Illegems of Dockmate: that's particularly troublesome if you're producing a highly integrated system.

Kit that allows wireless docking control from anywhere onboard is a case in point, especially one that interacts with engines, motors, thrusters, winches and horn. The challenge, he explained, is that “while you can simply take an analogue system apart and find out how it works in order to link your own technology with it... you don't have this option with CANbus arrangements, so it's all far harder to achieve”.

Neither is this helped by the plethora of slightly different protocols, “developed partly to protect market share”, he added.

While others have tried to step round the issue by creating mechanical-analogue interfaces, he underlined “that's just like going back ten years, not a good idea”, especially as it gives rise to errors and lag, putting paid to real-time responses.

It's just as well that Illegems is particularly stubborn: a lesser man would have given up faced by this particular checkmate. However, he and the Dockmate team slowly and

painstakingly built up a whole library of CANbusto-CANbus gateways “that allowed our systems and the others to talk to each other”, and what's more, kept it completely up-to-date.

However, he admitted development was a strain. “The finances caused me a lot of sleepless nights. There was no support from the banks, so I sank all my own money into it - but it was slow progress. We made a first batch of 50 units and tested them everywhere for two years before making a second, commercial generation.”

Of course, as Illegems pointed out, safety had to remain uppermost: “Our chief engineer comes from the mining industry where people's lives are very much at stake, so he won't let anything through that's not completely secure.”

Despite this difficult start, it seems that persistence has paid off. After five years, Illegems has experienced a turnaround in attitude: “Rather than trying to threaten us by saying 'you're not allowed to do that with our product', manufacturers have suddenly started to come up to us and begun to offer cooperation, sharing protocols and so on. We are currently involved in projects that allow an even greater level of integration.”

Rather than trying to threaten us by saying 'you're not allowed to do that with our product', manufacturers have suddenly started to come up to us and begun to offer cooperation, sharing protocols and so on. We are currently involved in projects that allow an even greater level of integration Further, while the development was born in the yacht market, it's been edging into commercial and workboat segment: he explained that CTV owners are showing interest, “but the technology is useful for any operations where you have limited crew which are needed outside the wheelhouse”.

Finally, it's not just a high level of physical, but financial control that's paying off: “We don't owe anyone anything now - and we don't need to justify anything to investors,” said Illegems. That's another freedom he believes has been worth it.

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HYDROGRAPHIC SURVEY

ROBOTIC OCEAN EXPLORER UNDERTAKES ARCTIC MISSION A robotic underwater vehicle is embarking on an Arctic research mission in a bid to help scientists understand the true extent of melting from glaciers, reports Helen Atkinson

8 Kronebreen glacier in Kongsfjorden, Svalbard. Inset: James Coogan, PhD student at SAMS, will be operating the ecoSUB on its Arctic mission

A team from the Oban-based Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) will deploy a small ecoSUB autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) to the foot of a melting glacier in Arctic Norway. The aim is to learn more about the effect of meltwater from calving – the process which results in huge chunks of ice to break away from the glacier edge.

At less than 1m long and weighing just 4kg, ecoSUB is a joint development between Planet Ocean Ltd and the National Oceanography Centre Southampton, UK. The AUV will enter one of the planet's most hostile environments and take measurements, such as temperature and salinity, as far down as 100m below Kronebreen glacier on Svalbard.

Despite the significance of Arctic glacial ice melt for climate change and sea level rise being well-recognised, little is known about the interaction between the meltwater and seawater

beneath glaciers. Although satellite images and mathematical models can help to predict the extent of ice loss, it is extremely important to ground-truth these predictions by investigating conditions in the field. The ecoSUB's data will improve understanding of sub-glacial discharge – the process by which meltwater flows down through the glacier and out into the ocean. Since this water is fresher than the surrounding seawater, it rises in the water column thereby creating a plume which pulls in warmer Atlantic water. As it rises, it circulates and creates an abrasive effect on the face of the glacier, undermining the wall of ice and causing huge chunks to collapse into the sea.

SAMS will also deploy a larger AUV to take more detailed measurements further from the glacier. In addition to capturing a bird's-eye view of calving events, aerial images from a drone will also be used to develop a 3D map of the glacier.

FarSounder sonar for Netherlands Navy The Royal Netherlands Navy (RNLN) has chosen FarSounder's 3D sonar systems for its hydrographic survey vessels.

With every ping the Forward Looking Sonar (FLS) will provide the crews of HNLMS Snellius and HNLMS Luymes with real-time data updates on what lies beneath the waters ahead of their vessels.

In addition to hydrographic surveys, Snellius and Luymes also conduct military

and public safety operations in both the North Sea and the Netherlands Antilles. Their duties include rapid environmental assessments, as well as bathymetric and route surveys.

The FarSounder FLS local history mapping capability enables true, real-time charting of the seafloor. The resulting maps, which update every two seconds, may also be saved for future use.

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BRITTANY GEOPHYSICAL SURVEY FOR IXBLUE iXblue recently undertook a geophysical survey of the site of the proposed Groix & Belle-ĂŽle pilot wind farm, in Southern Brittany, west of France.

A dedicated crew of five iXblue hydrographic surveyors and geophysicists conducted the survey aboard the company's Marine Renewable Energy (MRE) hydrographic research vessel, FeliX. The team deployed a multibeam echo sounder (MBES) to gather high-resolution bathymetry of the site, a towed sidescan sonar for seabed characterisation, a magnetometer for object detection and a sparker to measure sediment thickness, as well as iXblue's Echoes 3500 and 10000 sub-bottom profilers and its pre-calibrated GAPS ultra-short baseline (USBL) system for precise positioning of the data.

8 Magnetometer survey being conducted from iXblue's vessel FeliX

As a result of permanent sea ice coverage and the cost of research in such a remote region, knowledge of the depth and shape of the Arctic Ocean is limited.

Bathymetry is crucial to studies of ocean dynamics, currents and tides, as well as to navigational safety. To date, a number of campaigns to map the seabed using ship-based soundings and digital contouring have only covered a fraction of the Arctic Ocean.

Now, scientists from DTU Space, Denmark's national space research institute, have published a paper revealing the first use of a marine gravity model to derive Arctic bathymetry.

As a result of gravitational pull, the height of the ocean surface mimics the rise and fall of the ocean floor. Areas of greater mass, such as underwater mountains, have a higher gravity and therefore attract more water thus creating a rise in the sea surface. Fine-tuning of the relationship between bathymetry and gravity in the Arctic Ocean has enabled the researchers to calculate seafloor bathymetry from satellite gravity measurements.

Using ERS-1 and ERS-2 and Envisat, as well as CryoSat data collected over seven years, DTU Space has developed an altimetric gravity model. This has been combined with the

IMPROVING KNOWLEDGE OF ARCTIC OCEAN BATHYMETRY

existing International Bathymetric Chart of the Arctic Ocean (IBCAO) to fill in data gaps and create a new and improved hybrid bathymetric chart of the region.

Originally launched to measure sea ice thickness, data from the CryoSat earthobserving satellite has subsequently been exploited for other studies. Equipped with a radar altimeter, the satellite can sense the

8 Bathymetry of the Chukchi Cap (courtesy of DTU Space). Shown left is the existing bathymetry map of the Arctic Ocean, including the location of the Chukchi Sea and a ship-based survey crossing the Chukchi Cap (red line). Shown right is the difference between the predicted bathymetry and the IBCAO

gravity field at the ocean surface, enabling it to map the global marine gravity field at a high spatial resolution.

International Hydrographic Organization invites feedback Technology and survey methodologies have advanced considerably since the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) published its Standards for Hydrographic Surveys (S-44) Edition 5 in 2008.

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revising S-44. The resulting draft Edition 6 can be downloaded at www.iho.int > Standards & Publications > Download > Draft Publications for discussion (scroll to bottom of page).

The IHO hope Edition 6 will have relevance beyond the traditional safety of navigation surveys conducted by or on behalf of national Hydrographic Offices, and are keen to hear

the views of the widest possible crosssection of practitioners.

The IHO has asked the International Federation of Hydrographic Societies to collate feedback from industry.

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HYBRID ICE-BREAKING TUG IS MOST POWERFUL IN THE WORLD

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with a capacity of 1,200m3/hr of water and 300m3/hr foam. The Novec internal firefighting system was supplied by Survitec Fire Solutions Poland SP. Ibercisa Deck Machinery SA provide an electric escort towing winch forward with an electric conventional towing winch on the aft deck. Hydraulically activated, three pin configured tow pins from Western Machine Works are fitted aft along with an integrated roller with a safe working load of 100t. The fendering system is supplied by Fendertec.

Looking into the accommodation, provision is made for three to six persons in normal operation and ten maximum in five single cabins, four with a second pullman bed and one pullman bed in the office.

The accommodation and exhaust pipe insulation were provided by Lido Marine and looking in detail at the actual accommodation construction, Zaklad Produkvcyjny Bohamet are listed as responsible for the windows and side scuttles with the doors supplied by Libra Plast AS. Navigation and communication equipment were supplied by Redcai SA with Navis Engineering OY providing the dynamic positioning system.

8 Vilja is a RAL TundRA 3600-H design

8 The wheelhouse includes a single centrally-mounted conning position

Credit: 3MI Group 2019

If the Port of Luleå in Sweden was looking for a yard with a proven track record of building vessels not exactly 'off the shelf' one look at Gondan's reference list would have provided a convincing picture of its capabilities. In the field of tugs, perhaps most notable recently were the three LNG dual-fuel ASD ocean-going escort tugs Dux, Pax, and Audax built for Østensjø Rederi A/S and operating often in severe weather conditions at the LNG terminal at Melkøya in northern Norway.

Following an international competition involving the world's leading shipyards specialising in vessels of this type Gondan won the prestigious order.

Owners, Luleå Hamm Port of Luleå (Sweden) required a multipurpose vessel capable of providing a wide range of services including ice-breaking; ice management; escort, ship assist and coastal towing; firefighting and navigational aid servicing in the northern Gulf of Bothnia. They turned to renowned naval architect Robert Allan Ltd for the design selection and chose its TundRA 3600-H icebreaking tug fully customised and ideally suited to the role.

The result is an LR-classed vessel that exceeds FinnishSwedish ice-class rules with the capability of breaking 1m ice at three knots and also providing a maximum bollard pull of 100t. At the heart of Vilja is an innovative hybrid propulsion system with two main engines, shaft motors/generators and batteries providing flexibility along with significant fuel, emissions and maintenance savings.

Vilja carries the Lloyd's Register notation: +100A1, Escort Tug, Fi-fi1, +LMC, UMS, Ice Class 1A Super FS, Descriptive note “icebreaker” and basic specifications include a length overall of 36m on a beam moulded of 13m and a draught of 7m.

The main engines, electrical and automation systems and associated equipment are provided by Wärtsilä Finland OY in the form of two 8L26 main engines, each rated 2,720kW and driving Rolls-Royce US355 CP thrusters (3,100kW each), the arrangement including two permanent magnet PTO electric motors and two PTI motors (1,000kW each). Manoeuvrability is enhanced by a 300kW Brunvoll RDT-1000-F rim drive tunnel thruster.

Ulmatec Pyro S/A supply the boiler on Vilja, and the electrical installation is from Electroinnova Marine SL. The HVAC system was entrusted to Teknotherm Marine and an 118kWE Volvo auxiliary genset was supplied by Andres Vizoso SA. Box coolers were supplied by Weka Boxcoolers BV Tank capacities include approximately 150m3 of fuel oil, 18m3 fresh water and 230m3 water ballast while the battery pack energy storage capacity is quoted as 600kWh installed, provision for future expansion to 1,200kWh is also included.

The all-important performance figures include: maximum speed of 13.5 knots (approximately), bollard pull ahead 85t (diesel mechanical mode) and 100t (electric boost) with a steering force at 10 knots of 85t. Endurance in electric “green” mode is one hour at slow speed navigation (batteries charged to 90% SOC). The ice-breaking abilities of Vilja were also important performance considerations and the vessel is capable of a navigation speed of three knots through 1m thick ice.

Turning to the deck equipment, the firefighting installation is supplied by FFS Fire Fighting Systems supplying two monitors

Credit: 3MI Group 2019

Gondan Shipbuilders has delivered a significant vessel in the ice-breaking hybrid tug Vilja described as the most powerful tug of its type in the world, reports Peter Barker

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REBIRTH OF THE COMPACT ANCHOR-HANDLING TUG Anchor-handling tug supply vessels (AHTS) can trace their history back to the early days of offshore oil and gas, a class of vessel that grew in size and power to meet the demands of hostile regions such as the North Sea. They provided conventional towing along with other specialist functions including a cargo carrying capability.

Sitting between the conventional tug and AHTS was the anchor-handling tug (AHT) recognisable by a slightly shorter hull (no large cargo tanks below deck) with the 1976-built sister vessels Tempest and Typhoon designed in-house by Wijsmuller Engineering for Wijsmuller Offshore & Towage well-known typical examples together with six similar designs for various owners.

OSD-IMT originates from Wijsmuller Engineering and has now identified a void at the lower end of the market versus the large powerful AHTS designs and project design number 7501 introduces a vessel 51m in length and maximum bollard pull of 120 tonnes, described as a “modern interpretation of the Tempest and Typhoon” and aimed at O&G and renewables installation and decommissioning markets.

The OSD-IMT7501 aims to keep things simple and effective, and to enhance onboard safety the working deck freeboard is higher than on similar sized vessels providing a dryer aft deck and improving stability. Technical and workspaces are laid out to provide a safe working environment and easy access to equipment with a large and comfortable accommodation providing a home for 14 to 20 persons.

The design includes OSD-IMT's S-bow, the transverse profile of which can be amended to suit specific performance

Credit: OSD-IMT

Dutch ship designer OSD-IMT has rekindled memories of its history with a new design of compact anchor-handling tug

requirements. A fine waterline entry angle offers smooth vessel motions and flares outwards sufficiently towards the top to provide additional reserve buoyancy. At the aft and midships sections a knuckle has been introduced at the waterline resulting in a narrower waterline beam for reduced resistance while also providing reserve buoyancy and added stability for anchor-handling operations or in case of heeling.

The design can be tailored to suit specific client requirements including alternative layouts and power generation systems along with a hybrid arrangement and OSD-IMT offers the basis for the customers' choice of equipment and system suppliers and of course the all-important selection of shipyard.

8 OSD-IMT’s anchor-handling tug offers bollard pulls of around 120t

Towing's global influence is reflected in news from Svitzer concerning expansion in Brazil, a contract signing in the Caribbean and divesting of its Portuguese operation.

Recent news of Kotug Smit Towage's intention to sell its northwest European operation to Boluda indicates how established operators previously considered as 'local' have expanded globally with seemingly no geographical restriction and also how such arrangements with other local operators can change.

Starting with expansion news, two new tugs Svitzer Elias D and Svitzer Joaquim R have commenced operation in Vitoria as Svitzer deepens its presence in south east Brazil, the start of its second phase of expansion in northeast Brazil following on from when between 2015 and 2018 the focus was on the south and southeast of the country.

The introduction of the 32m, 70tbp, Detroit Shipyard-built pair brings the number of Svitzer tugs in Brazil to 16 and since

purchasing Rio de Janeiro-based Transmar Servicos Maritimos in 2015 the company has invested around $127m in the country.

Turning to the Caribbean, Svitzer Caribbean Dominicana has secured a five-year towing contract with Limetree Bay Terminals expanding its market coverage to some of the key oil refineries and terminals in the region including: South Riding Point Terminal in the Bahamas, Nustar Terminal in Statia, Buckeye Terminal in St Lucia and now Limetree Bay in St Croix, US Virgin Islands.

The provision of the two tugs is on the back of re-activation of an idle refinery at Limetree Bay with a previous peak processing capacity of 650,000 BPD and around 32 million barrels of storage capacity. Svitzer has been providing tugs at the terminal on a spot basis for the last two years and following preparation of the two new vessels delivery of the new service is due around the time of this being written.

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Credit: Svitzer

Svitzer adapts to changing market conditions

8 Svitzer will operate two tugs in Vitoria Brazil

On the opposite side of the Atlantic, Svitzer has announced its intention to sell its Portuguese marine operations to Pioneiro do Rio Serviços Maritimos, Lda. Svitzer's Portuguese operation has faced declining volumes with synergy between Portuguese ports and its remaining European and global operations proving limited. The price has not been revealed but the new owner will acquire the crew and shore staff as well as Svitzer's Portuguese tug fleet of around 15 tugs.

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DELIVERY AND ORDER ROUND-UP

Rimorchiatori Mediterranei has ordered a Damen ASD Tug 2810 for operation in Sicily. The vessel, to be named Capo Peloro follows a similar example, Capo Boeo delivered to the same owner in 2016 and will be delivered from Damen’s Song Cam Shipyard in Vietnam on its own keel Turning to Damen, the Netherlands-based shipbuilder has delivered a Multi Cat 1506 to family-owned Marine Constructions of Port Adelaide, Australia, part of a two-vessel dredger/workboat order for a port extension project in Onslow, Western Australia. Both vessels were shipped by sea and road transport from Damen Shipyards Changde China to Australia.

This column reported recently on activity at Nibulon Shipbuilding and Repair and the Ukrainian shipyard has provided an update on the third and fourth POSS-155 project vessels. Tug number three (order 10030) has now completed sea trials where final adjustments were made, and the vessel's characteristics confirmed allowing entry into service. Assembly of vessel number four is continuing including completion of the pilot house prior to being lifted into place.

Orders at Cantiere Navale Vittoria have also featured recently, and the Italian shipyard has now delivered the ASD tug Rome-Moscow to the Russian Federation. As well as conventional towing and pushing duties in both harbours and open sea it will assist in the dismantling of decommissioned nuclear submarines in the Barents Sea Turning to orders, Rimorchiatori Riuniti subsidiary, Rimorchiatori Mediterranei has ordered a Damen ASD Tug 2810 for operation in Sicily. The vessel, to be named Capo Peloro follows a similar

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8 Tsimshian Warrior will operate at a Canadian propane export terminal

example, Capo Boeo delivered to the same owner in 2016 and will be delivered from Damen's Song Cam Shipyard in Vietnam on its own keel towards the end of this year.

Upgrades to the standard model include: fifi1 capabilities, upgraded towing hooks, oil recovery notation and a double independent drum winch: Capo Peloro will have a bollard pull of 60t. Turkey's Sanmar Shipyard is now an established member of the 'build for stock' club with construction underway on a new series of RAL RAstar 3200-SX tugs, to be known as the Kocaçay class. The first two examples of these shallow-draught high-performance escort tugs are being built for Orkney Islands Council Marine Services.

The 84tbp Kocaçay class is equipped for towing over both the bow and stern and with an eye to satisfying classification society preferences of potential clients it will comply with applicable rules and regulations of both BV and RINA. The Caterpillar-powered tugs will be fitted with Rolls-Royce Zdrives and provide accommodation for up to 10 persons in MLC 2006-compliant cabins all above the waterline.

Turning finally to news of note from the US, Seattle-based Jensen Maritime Consultants has won a contract to design ship-assist and escort tugs for Moran Towing Corp for tug and barge operations on the US east and Gulf coasts.

The Caterpillar/Rolls-Royce combination powered tugs will provide a bollard pull of 68 tons and include upgrades to comply with USCG and EPA Tier IV requirements intended to meet current and future demands for performance and manoeuvrability. They will be the latest in a series of seven Jensen-designed tugs for Moran over the past decades.

8 The series of tugs from Ukraine’s Nibulon Shipyard is progressing well

Credit: Nibulon

Grouping the first three items in the vessel designer category it will be of no surprise to hear that Robert Allan Ltd (RAL) has been particularly active including Turkish shipbuilder Uzmar delivering the RAstar 3200W tug Tsimshian Warrior to SAAM Canada for operation at the Ridley Island Propane Export Terminal in Canada.

The 80tbp tug is built to a high specification and equipped for shiphandling, escort and standby duties including in heavy weather along with fifi1 capabilities and the ability for rescue towing.

The Royal Thai Navy has taken delivery of its second RAmparts 3200 tug from Italthai Marine in Thailand. The LRclassed vessel, named Royal Thai Navy Tug Boat 858 was launched in true naval tradition and provides a bollard pull of 53t from twin MTU 16V4000M54 main engines driving Schottel SRP1212 thrusters.

A delivery of note recorded a little earlier was the first LNGpowered tug in the fleet of Ningbo Zhoushan Port in the form of a RAL RAstar 3800-DF model. Ningbo Port is a customer familiar to RAL, this being its 10th custom-designed tug. Power on this occasion is via Niigata 8L28AHX-DF engines driving Rolls-Royce US255 CP Z-drives delivering 80tbp. The vessel has a range of 700nm on LNG and nearly 1,700nm in diesel mode.

Credit: SAAM

Activity in the tug design and construction market shows no sign of letting up with no fewer than 10 items of news to report this month

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8 Desperate efforts are underway to save the tug/tender Calshot and for it to be preserved further as a tourist attraction.

Launched in 1929 Calshot's career included assisting ocean liners in Southampton and as HMS Calshot, transporting sections of the Mulberry Harbour to France as part of the D-Day operation. It has been moored in Southampton but the trust that runs it has been told by port owner ABP that its berth is required, potentially making it homeless.

The trust has proposed moving it to nearby Mayflower Park to become a tourist attraction, another example of the challenges preserving a country's maritime heritage.

8 Kotug has won the 'Autonomous & Remote Operations Award', part of the Marine Propulsion Award 2019.

The award recognises the research done with autonomous tug sailing and follows two successful tests with the training Rotortug RT Borkum in Rotterdam, one involving the operation of a remotely controlled tug deployed as an unmanned firefighting platform. The project is a joint industry effort comprising Kotug International, Rotortug BV, Onboard, M2MBlue part of Wireless Logic, Alphatron Marine and Veth Propulsion.

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8 French tug builder Piriou is reinforcing its position in West Africa with the acquisition of a majority stake in Marine Industrie Service (MIS) in Abidjan.

The new company will be re-branded Piriou Côte D'Ivoire and will benefit from the support of the Piriou group in general allowing investment in the workforce enhancing its range of services.

Piriou is in the process of expanding globally, including within this region, Reunion, Senegal and Maroc in synergy with Piriou Nigeria. MIS was taken over by the current owner Bruno Villers from his father in 2006 and Mr Villers states he is committed to serving existing customers, his employees and his partners.

8 A new home is required for the tug-tender Calshot

8 Other European business news has seen Italy's Scafi Societe di Navigazione S.p.A. announce its purchase of 50 per cent of Vernicos Tugs & Salvage's shares and adopting the new name Vernicos Scafi Tugs & Salvage.

The transaction was based on the exchanging of shares along with a cash transaction by Scafi, the new company reported as comprising a fleet of 70 vessel worth €220m.

The new company will concentrate its efforts in Greece and Italy with longer-term ambitions to expand into the wider eastern Mediterranean as well as developing its salvage capabilities.

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DAMEN MARINE COMPONENTS ACQUIRES WK HYDRAULICS Construction of vessels including tugs and workboats involves coordination of myriad sub-system suppliers from main machinery down to the very smallest of individual components. To offer customers as near a seamless turnkey solution as possible, shipyards regularly establish supply agreements with component manufacturers or take the company under its own wing; this acquisition is an example of the latter.

Located in Barendrecht, WK Hydraulics already overlaps with Damen in areas including steering gear and hydraulic power units, it also brings experience in the construction of larger customised hydraulic systems for winches, crane, bow thrusters and other applications. This will no doubt be of value to the Damen Group in general who offer a broad range of vessel types and sizes.

WK Hydraulics' own portfolio includes towing pins, wire and chain stoppers and equipment to flush large hydraulic systems, an area that will fit with DMC's own core rudder, steering gear, winch and nozzle systems.

Having worked on projects with DMC previously, WK Hydraulics' management recognised the benefits of taking the relationship a stage further by becoming part of a larger entity, especially in today's highly competitive market. Its aim was to broaden its business model to include drive systems in all their different forms but required additional skills and resources in areas such as electronics and PLC technology, fitting neatly with DMC to become a 'competence centre' covering the entire hydraulics sector.

Credit: Damen

Damen Marine Components (DMC) has expanded its component supply network with its acquisition of Dutch systems manufacturer WK Hydraulics.

Following the acquisition, WK Hydraulics' product range is now sold under the DMC or Van der Velden Marine Systems brand names, the transition completed when WK Hydraulics join the DMC team at its new facility at Hardinxveld on the Beneden Merwede river in the province of South Holland around ten miles east of Dordrecht.

For DMC, Steef Staal, managing director said: “WK Hydraulics has always been an important supplier and indeed partner for Damen Shipyards. With DMC now moving to extend its product portfolio, we identified the need to enhance our capabilities in hydraulics and hydraulic-driven deck gear. WK Hydraulics is ideally positioned to fill that gap. We are very happy to welcome the complete WK Hydraulic staff and their skills and knowledge.

We are looking forward to a successful future together.”

8 Peter Kok - WK Hydraulics (left) and Steef Staal - Damen Marine Components (right)

IHC has revealed a new escort tug design aimed at addressing safety considerations, particularly with the handling of LNG carriers.

Choices with tug designs can be somewhat bewildering and the 100tbp, 40m, ASD Delta Escort Tug T100-17, a concept initially created

by Dutch consultancy Stubitec, addresses the suitability of render/recovery winches for heavy-duty escort towage, an area covered with MARIN Research Institute's joint-industry Safe Tug project.

Safety requirements when handling LNG carriers demand high specification vessels and the winch of IHC's tug is central to its design, described as a “breakthrough in technology”. It is enclosed in a space at the aft of the deckhouse, the towing line routed below deck and over the bow from a specially designed sheave-fairlead.

IHC state that response times with hydraulic render/recovery systems are too slow, its own electrically driven version

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allowing braking power from the drive motor torque to be fed back into the net.

To handle the risk of towline failure from snatch loads in rough weather IHC has an innovative yet simple solution. The winch is mounted on two shock absorbers permitting a degree of longitudinal movement with the winch skid positioned on two pins with strain gauges for load measurement. The foundation is not welded to the deck itself, avoiding distortion of the winch frame. The towline is spooled over the top of the winch drum, the line led under the drum for towing over the stern, alternatively a standard towing winch can be mounted aft of the escort winch.

A small towing line fleeting angle and the bow sheave-fairlead minimises wear and tear on the fibre towline, the distance between drum and fairlead eliminating the need for a spooling device. LNG is the fuel of choice for the Delta Escort Tug with a dual hybrid system comprising two dual-fuel gensets and

Credit: Royal IHC

The ‘ultimate’ escort tug presented

8 The towing winch on IHC’s Delta Tug is completely enclosed

redundant energy storage systems acting as main power source while also boosting power in conjunction with the gensets. The arrangement provides maximum efficiency from operations where maximum bollard pull is required for only a small percentage of the time.

IHC report the response from some of the larger players in this niche market has been “purely positive”. Innovation aimed at enhancing safety on this scale deserves success and will hopefully lead to a commitment in the form of orders.

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On the business front, delegates specifically addressed the impact that shipping developments and EU policies have on the industry including the Consortia Block Exemption Regulations and its possible repeal (see MJ June 2019) On the business front, delegates specifically addressed the impact that shipping developments and EU policies have on the industry including the Consortia Block Exemption Regulations and its possible repeal (see MJ June 2019). Speakers ranging from government representatives to port authorities presented different perspectives on the main threats and

ETA MEMBERS DEBATE SAFETY AND BUSINESS ISSUES

Credit: Peter Barker

The European Tugowners Association (ETA) has debated safe harbour towage operations and the business prospects of the industry at its annual meeting in Limassol.

With 88 full members in 25 countries owning or operating a combined fleet of over 900 tugs in European ports, ETA is a powerful voice for the towage industry at a European level with safety issues and what the future prospects are for their business naturally key areas for the meeting to debate.

The occasion was chosen to present a new video on efficient and safe harbour towage operations produced in close cooperation with the European Maritime Pilots Association, a reminder of the importance of a close and understanding relationship between tug masters and ship's pilots who choreograph the attending tugs' movements during shiphandling operations.

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opportunities impacting the shipping sector.

The increasing impact of megaships both on ports and the towage sector was debated highlighting the relevance of skills acquisition and the adoption of digital solutions to maintain the EU lead in the sector.

The meeting approved the change in chairmanship of the association and after two productive years, Leendert Muller (Multraship Towage & Salvage) handed over to Kimmo Lehto (Alfons Håkans AS) who takes over as chairman for the next two years. His previous position as deputy chairman will be taken by Vicente Boluda Ceballos (Boluda Corporacion Maritima SL).

Outgoing chairman Mr Muller said: “It has

been a privilege to have served as chairman of this great organisation for the past two years. I like to think in that time that we have highlighted some of the major issues facing our specialist industry sector, not least the threat to our continued profitability and efficiency caused by ongoing consolidation and a relentless focus on cost at the expense of other, more important considerations. By bringing these issues out into the open, I believe we have helped raise awareness of the challenges facing European tug owners and have promoted a dialogue on how best to meet them.”

Propulsion and steering systems manufacturer Schottel is celebrating its involvement in a ten vessel US-built tug order while also expanding its nozzle range.

When considering US-designed tugs, built in US-owned shipyards for US owners it is easy to overlook that major and minor components are sourced on a global basis. European manufacturers are particularly active here and Schottel typifies the theme with ten US-built and owned terminal and escort tugs benefitting from its Rudderpropellers along with Vulkan's Safeguard Basic driveline protection system.

The ten vessels are under construction at Gulf Island Fabrication in the US, the first three Mark E Kuebler, Ted C Litton and Connelly M now delivered to Bay Houston Towing Co. Each of the Robert Allan Ltd-designed Z-Tech 30-80 tugs are equipped with Schottel Rudderpropellers type SRP 510 FP along with the Vulkan system designed to issue early warnings when intervention in the propulsion drive train is required.

Propulsion is via Caterpillar main engines

Credit: Schottel

SCHOTTEL CELEBRATES TEN VESSEL ORDER

8 Mark E Kuebler is one of a series of ten tugs with Schottel thrusters

providing performance figures of 13kn and 81.5tbp and 100t steering force at 10kn in escort mode. Safeguard Basic, developed by Vulkan Couplings has a key role in the system, detecting torque loadings as a function of the twist angle via torque-transmitting components such as composite shafts. Data is analysed and evaluated using pre-set warnings and alarms.

With an interface to Schottel's control system,

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optical warnings and audible alarms indicate when intervention is required by the master with a response time of around 80ms.

The system has ABS approval as both monitoring and safety equipment and can be supplied as an integrated Schottel/Vulkan system or refitted to vessels already with Schottel Rudderpropellers.

Propeller nozzles are now virtually universal as an integral component with both fixed shaft-line propellers and azimuthing thrusters on tugs.

Their design is critical however in extracting maximum focused thrust while also providing maximum efficiency and Schottel has introduced a new high-performance nozzle, the SDC40.

The nozzle sets “new standards in terms of compact design and free-running efficiency”, it also stands out with its optimally designed propeller geometries and comes equipped with Schottel's patented ProAnode as standard and available for all Schottel Rudderpropellers.

Optimised by means of CFD the nozzle is characterised by its small outer diameter and suited for conversions with limited installation space and offers improved free-running efficiency during transits at higher speed.

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MARINE RENEWABLES

NAILING TURBINE INSTALLATION’S SWEET SPOT Predicting the future of wind turbine installation jack-ups isn't easy, and over-simplistic guesses may be looking in the wrong direction, writes Stevie Knight The industry has been caught out before. The first generation, dating from 2005 had an average crane capacity of 500t and were soon found wanting “but the second generation, just five years later, were almost obsolete by the time they were launched”, said Ko Stroo of Ulstein.

The current, third generation jack-ups are still in use for the 8MW to 10MW nacelles, “but will be struggling with the 12MW designs probably coming in 2022”, he added.

Further, according to Shashi Barla of Wood Mackenzie: “The offshore wind turbine sizes are expected to be around 20MW in a 2030 time frame.” Peter Alexandersen of Wind Denmark also told MJ that the Danish test centre, Østerild, “has now been expanded to accommodate turbines with 330 metres maximum height”, giving the industry “an indication” of where it's headed.

They're not alone: owner Jan de Nul Offshore has likewise noted currently available jack-ups are “facing increasing difficulties... due to turbines' sizes and installation heights”. Its own response has been to prepare a fourth-generation design, Voltaire, able to work at more than 270 metres with blades 120 metres long. Key features of the mega-sized vessel include a 3,000t crane and 14,000t payload.

The current, third generation jack-ups are still in use for the 8MW to 10MW nacelles, but will be struggling with the 12MW designs probably coming in 2022 So, it's a race for bigger and better, right? Well, no, said Stroo.

Upping the size is one approach, but he remains unconvinced it's always the most effective strategy. Therefore the question he asks is, if too small a jack-up risks becoming obsolete within a few years, but too large a vessel could lack competitiveness, “how do you nail the sweet spot?”

To find out, Ulstein didn't “jump to the drawing board to sketch the ultimate installation unit for the largest wind turbine we could find”, he underlined. Instead, the company developed a tool that would coolly evaluate multiple solutions on the complete business case, not just capacity.

8 Future jack-up solutions should be evaluated on the entire business case

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And this clearly showed that the 'economies of scale' argument has its limits.

Ulstein put together two studies, the first for a 2022 windfarm development 100nm from base, deploying the 8MW to 10MW turbines presently available.

Here, it was found Ulstein's current 145m J102 design has the advantage over a larger sister. Its 10,500t deck load and 6,500 m2 area (the result of an 88m beam) can carry eight of these wind turbines: counter-intuitively, installation works out 20% more economical than a bigger, twelve-turbine capacity vessel of similar design. So, what's going on? “Although larger jackups make fewer runs up and down from harbour, the price of the smaller jack-up is significantly cheaper. The time saved just doesn't balance the extra costs,” explained Stroo.

Most surprisingly, this still holds true for the second, 2030 scenario which sees 15MW to 20MW turbines being carried 150nm to site. Even here, the J102 still appears to be the most effective option, being able to take four turbines per trip, with installation figures roughly 15% lower than the bigger J103 that can take up to six next-generation turbines, “and that's including an offset to balance slightly faster deployment”, said Stroo. He added that although the larger nacelles could reach around 1,000t apiece, the J102's current crane has a 1,250 to 2,500t capacity at a practicable turbine height and outreach, without further upgrades.

While these projections focus on the company's own designs, the principle could hold true for a number of other vessels, throwing the rationale for a size race into doubt; although for a longer life the balance of onboard cranes and plant will have to be future-proofed.

What about the wild cards? Could the technology's trajectory change and catch the industry unawares? Probably not: while foundation, tower and blade alternatives are being explored, nacelles are a big lump of heavy machinery that's not easy to pare down. Further, “having landed on a working principle the industry is, justifiably, most interested in scaling up proven solutions”, concluded Stroo. Turbine innovation may not have a chance to get a foot in the door.

8 Ulstein's J102 has a 1,250 to 2,500t crane capacity

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SHIFTING SUPPLY AND DEMAND BALANCE FOR CTVS Despite a stream of other business at this summer's Seawork, “there were only one or two crew transfer vessels on the quay”

Besides gaining TT’s 25 boats, the group appears keen to retain the workforce and run both crew transfer interests as separate brands with their own identities However, activities are ramping up again, shifting the supply and demand balance and making the shortfall in new tonnage more apparent: this also added to the lower numbers on the Seawork pontoon. Despite “no more than five CTVs currently on the drawing board or under build in the UK” Baylis told MJ that Seacat is responsible for two of them. Further, the hiatus handed the company “a clean sheet of paper for CTV development”, so Seacat's initial boat (built by Diverse Marine)

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So noted Ian Baylis of Seacat Services; a dramatic drop from previous years. Alongside this, the acquisition of Turbine Transfers by Northern Offshore Group has recently sent a few shivers through the market. However, Baylis urged a levelheaded evaluation: “The slow-down meant too many boats looking for work: if you have a larger fleet, that hurts a bit more - so Holyhead Towing cashed in its TT chips and returned to its core business.”

Although this will make Northern Offshore Group one of the largest players with over 60 vessels, he doesn't expect too much disruption to market dynamics. “Besides gaining TT's 25 boats, the group appears keen to retain the workforce and run both crew transfer interests as separate brands with their own identities,” said Baylis. Neither does he believe it risks leaving smaller players out in the cold. “This industry typically requires operators to work together to deliver 'package' solutions to the end customer: there's always a need to collaborate, that won't change.”

will be the inaugural Chartwell 24 design. He added: “It was the first time we've been free enough to go to the yard and say, 'can you build this for us'?”

Realistically, future opportunities may be narrowed by technical advances: “Developers are beginning to favour fewer turbines for the same power and these are deployed more efficiently, some being switched on just six hours after completion,” he explained, making less work for the support teams.

On the other hand, he underlined: “We are expecting a whole pile of projects to start kicking off,” he said. So, next year's Seawork may well see a return of the CTVs.

8 The wind project hiatus has handed the company "a clean sheet of paper for CTV development" resulting in Seacat's order for the first Chartwell 24

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safe and operate their offshore wind farms cost effectively” said Mike Rice, commercial director of Dropsafe.

60% REDUCTION IN INCIDENTS Publication of the reliable securing guidelines has come off the back of 2018 safety statistics released by G+, which demonstrate a 60% reduction in dropped object incidents on offshore wind farms compared to 2017, however the industry still needs to work on adopting best practice prevention systems.

Dropsafe attests that the G+ reliable securing guidelines will address a longstanding gap in industry safety. They will inform sector decision makers not only of the specific Dropped Object risks entailed in Offshore Wind development and operation,

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A new offshore wind resource is being championed for its safety recommendations for wind farm owners and operators grappling with the risks posed by dropped objects.

The publication of the Reliable securing booklet for offshore wind by G+ Global Offshore Wind health and safety organisation/DROPS in partnership with the Energy Institute, has been approved by Dropsafe, which highlighted that these new guidelines constitute an essential first step in transferring lessons learnt from other highrisk offshore industries such as oil & gas.

“The G+ guidelines for the first time lay out a clear, practical pathway for Offshore Wind asset owners regarding the precautions they should be taking against Dropped Objects. It is essential that these guidelines are adopted if asset owners are to keep their employees

8 Reliable securing booklet for offshore wind has just been published

but also - critically - of the prevention systems they should install.

The G+ reliable securing guidelines recommend the use of dropped object prevention technology, including barrier systems, tethering nets and pouches.

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CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT VESSEL CHRISTENING Acta Marine has recently named its third Walk to Work Construction Support Vessel in Den Helder, The Netherlands Mrs. Marianne van Oord named the vessel Acta Centaurus, Centaurus being one of the stellar constellations in the northern hemisphere. The ceremony took place in Den Helder with many guests attending the festivities and the tours on board the brand new vessel.

Mrs. Van Oord wished Acta Centaurus and her crew and charterers crew safe sailings in supporting the growth of offshore renewable energy.

WIND INDUSTRY OPTIMISED After taking delivery from Ulstein Verft, Norway end April 2019, Acta Centaurus had her maiden voyage to Den Helder. At time of writing the vessel was being made ready for her first assignment in offshore wind.

Acta Centaurus' first job has already been successfully completed by providing Dutch energy company ONE-Dyas Walk to Work support for a short maintenance campaign on the M7 Gas platform in the Dutch North Sea. “All systems have shown excellent performance. With great confidence, we move forward to her next assignment� says Rob Boer, Managing Director at Acta Marine.

These vessels are jointly developed with Ulstein SX195 design features, an SMST 3D-compensated gangway, and a 6 ton 3D-crane as well as the special Ulstein X-BOW and X-STERN that optimize the overall seakeeping and workability of the vessel

Ulstein SX195 design features, an SMST 3D-compensated gangway, and a 6 ton 3D-crane as well as the special Ulstein X-BOW and X-STERN that optimize the overall seakeeping and workability of the vessel. The vessel has a 120 persons capacity and a helideck. In addition, Acta Centaurus will be outfitted with a hybrid battery package to further reduce fuel consumption and with that contribute to a lower CO2 footprint.

Acta Centaurus will soon mobilize for the start of her charter with MHI Vestas Offshore Wind to support the installation and commissioning of 33 V164-8.4 MW MHI Vestas turbines at the Deutsche Bucht offshore wind farm in the German Exclusive Zone.

Acta Centaurus is a sister vessel of Acta Marine's Acta Auriga which has been delivered in 2018 and has worked non-stop on the BARD1 Offshore Wind Farm.

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LOGISTICS The optimised on-board logistics solutions of this vessel have been developed by considering the flow of people in various work operations. The vessel offers large cargo areas of 1,000 square metres, indoors and outdoors, with a container skidding system and ample space for in total 24 containers. All cargo handling is centralized, with stepless transfer to the cargo and personnel lift, and likewise over to the wind turbines or offshore platform. In addition, Acta Centaurus is fitted with a helideck to further support offshore operations. The overall logistics and the SMST motion compensated gangway, and integrated elevator tower will secure safe and stepless transfers of people and cargo in significant wave height up to 3 metres. SMST also delivered the 3D motion compensated knuckle boom crane which can handle 6t cargo in sea conditions up to Hs 2.5 metres.

8 Mrs. Marianne van Oord named the vessel

HOTEL STYLE Acta Centaurus features state of the art ''smart hotel style'' accommodation for up to 120 persons. Ample office and works spaces are available for charterers.

The mess room and lounge area include a library, coffee corner and a games room. The vessel also has a sauna and a gym/exercise room and offers very low noise and vibration levels which are rated better than the requirements for DNVGL comfort level V2 class.

Ship owner Acta Marine supports clients on a world-wide basis in areas such as dredging, civil construction, offshore oil & gas and offshore renewables. The company is independent and family-owned and currently owns and operates a fleet of about 45 support vessels.

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8 Acta Centaurus will soon mobilize for the start of her charter with MHI Vestas Offshore Wind

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CUSTOM WORKBOAT WILL PERFORM MULTIPLE ROLES A UK-based specialist marine operator has expanded its fleet of workboats and harbour launches with a newbuild 15m Multicat workboat/barge, writes Graeme Ewens

Designed by naval architect Jack Gifford to DNV class regulations MCA workboat code Class 2, and fabricated by local shipwrights Mark & Loz, this versatile and compact 15 metre lOA multi-purpose vessel has a beam of 6m, maximum draught 1.6m and moulded depth of 2m. It is equipped with a deckmounted 28 T/M knuckle boom crane on the port side forward and 2 x 400mm spud legs to starboard, and a 2.5m bow roller.

The pusher bow is fendered and the main deck is hardwood covered. The lightship weight is 59.2t and the vessel can carry 35 tonnes of potable water in two tanks, separated by a coffer dam from two tanks holding 12 tonnes of fuel oil to supply the company's own vessels, and 1.13t of ballast water.

The vessel is powered by twin Doosan MD196TI, 320hp (235kW) engines driving five-bladed props in Kort nozzles, giving a calculated bollard pull of 7 tons and a design speed of 10 knots. A 50hp bow thruster is also fitted. Auxiliary engines are 2 x 60KVA 3-phase generators, with one driving a hydraulic pump. There is a 15t drum winch and 2t tugger winch mounted aft and two 300 kg AC 14 anchors in hawsepipes with anchor windlasses forward port and starboard.

The offset deckhouse located on the port side aft was purchased as a skeleton from a foreign supplier. It is heated throughout and features a bridge deck with a single pilot seat, enjoying 360deg visibility, with a mess room with seating and a galley area. There is direct access from the deck to the wetroom and toilet and another entrance leading down to the

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8 The completed hull was built inside the warehouse and craned into the water

engine space. A workshop, hold and day room is located below decks between the main tanks and the forepeak.

The construction and supply of equipment and fitting out were all locally sourced in Cornwall, apart from the sterngear and nozzles supplied by Kort Propulsion. Electronic equipment, supplied by BT Marine Electronics, includes: Furuno APAR radar; Simrad side scan sonar; Hemisphere GNSS survey grade GPS with true heading; Sailor VHF x2; SeaPro Plus chart plotter.

Winches were supplied by Spencer Carter; Electrical engineering

by MES; Mechanical engineering by Hearn Engineering; Steering gear by Wills Ridley; blasting and painting by Kernick Metal Finishing, and machinist T Pellow. Marine surveyors were R Pearce & Co and project manager was Mark Cann.

As the hull was constructed inside KML's warehouse, the launch required removal of a brick wall to slide the boat on to the quay. The hull was mounted on rails and pushed out by forklift at high water to be lifted on strops by KML's floating crane, followed by the wheelhouse. Installing deck machinery and fitting out was completed in July, before the workhorse headed for its first assignment, Vibro-core drilling on the River Clyde for CMS Geotech.

8 Obervargh on sea trials in Carrick Roads

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As the hull was constructed inside KML's warehouse, the launch required removal of a brick wall to slide the boat on to the quay. The hull was mounted on rails and pushed out by forklift at high water to be lifted on strops by KML’s floating crane, followed by the wheelhouse

Photo: Graeme Ewens

Sea Wide Services (SWS) recently launched the Obervargh (Cornish for Workhorse). The vessel was constructed over 18 months in the firm's riverside warehouse at Falmouth Wharves, Cornwall, and was lifted into the Penryn River in June utilising their landlord KML's heavy-lift crane barge, which then placed the deckhouse on board the flat-topped hull. The hull and deckhouse had been fitted out separately and were connected once afloat.

SWS is a well-established business that specialises in diving and salvage operations, underwater survey and repair, and work in the renewable energy sector. They also carry out mooring maintenance, hydro and environmental survey and towage for a range of clients around the coast of the UK, the Isles of Scilly and Northern Ireland, as well as supplying goods and services to vessels calling at the Cornwall port for fresh water, waste removal, crew change, etc. The new vessel is designed to cover any of these requirements, augmenting their existing fleet of six vessels.

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CATAMARAN COMPLETES FLEET MODERNISATION A new Dutch-built fast catamaran ferry, has gone into north German service, reports Tom Todd The 34.4m loa and 10.8m wide Rüm Hart was completed at Holland's Thecla Bodewes (TB) Shipyards on an aluminium hull from Bloemsma . It was named in Wyk on Föhr - the second largest of the North Frisian Islands on the German North Sea coast.

The naming completes a programme of ship replacement by local German island ferry operator Wyker Dampfschiffsreederei Föhr-Amrum (WDR). It got underway in 2010 with the doubleended car and passenger ferry newbuild Uthlande and was followed by two more tailor-made sister ferries - Norderaue and Schleswig-Holstein.

All three ships are 75.88m long and the biggest in the current WDR fleet of seven. RÜM HART is the only catamaran so far and also currently the smallest ferry in operation with the WDR fleet. It has now gone into charter with fellow North Frisian island operator, Sylt-based Reederei Adler Schiffe as Adler Rüm Hart.

But before it did, WDR MD Axel Meynköhn had praise for both the ship and its Dutch builders. He said Rüm Hart's sea trials had gone “like clockwork” and added that the 247gt newbuild was “fast and flexible”. Meynköhn said the ship “performed excellently, meeting all the requirements, particularly the speed defined in the building contract”. And he said TB Shipyards had been “brilliant”, adding: “We certainly do not regret awarding this contract to our partners in the Netherlands”.

Carrying a maximum of 250 passengers, the new catamaran has a service speed of 16 knots provided by two Volvo D16MH diesel main engines each of 478kW. Drawing a maximum of just 1.5m, it is tailor-made for the operations of Adler-Schiffe.

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Carrying a maximum of 250 passengers, the new catamaran has a service speed of 16 knots provided by two Volvo D16MH diesel main engines each of 478kW. Drawing a maximum of just 1.5m, it is tailor-made for the operations of Adler-Schiffe

Geert Dokter, MD of Conoship International which designed and engineered the newbuild, said: “The main challenge for us was the owner's request for a service speed of 16 knots in shallow Wadden sea waters, even against the tide. Achieving such a relatively high speed with a small design and a very low draft is not easy”, he declared.

TB Shipyards owner and CEO Thecla Bodewes said the versatile Rüm Hart was a milestone order which would help strengthen the yard's international reputation.

8 Versatile Dutch cat is fast and flexible

Dynamic hydrofoil for low-wake, high-speed ferry All American Marine, Inc. (AAM) has completed construction and delivered the last of three low wake and high-speed passenger vessels built for Kitsap Transit in Washington State.

The Lady Swift, an aluminium catamaran coupled to a composite superstructure and a dynamic carbon fibre hydrofoil, was delivered to Bremerton on Friday, July 26, 2019. The vessel was designed by Teknicraft Design Auckland, New Zealand and will

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operate on Kitsap's current cross-sound ferry route between Bremerton and downtown Seattle, alongside the recently delivered Reliance. The design of the new 78' x 28' vessel was based upon the successful ultralow-wake Rich Passage 1 (RP1), built by All American Marine in 2011. AAM, the exclusive builder of Teknicraft Design in North America, was selected as the sole source to build this vessel.

“Lady Swift is not your typical ferry, it was

built to be very lightweight and to fly smoothly through the wake sensitive zone,” explains Matt Mullett, CEO for All American Marine. “This vessel was strictly modelled on the proven hull design of Rich Passage 1 and Reliance, but additional enhancements and modernizations were added without hampering performance.”

The 78' Lady Swift was designed to carry 118 passengers and travel at service speeds up to 36 knots.

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A new energy-efficient Baltic ferry service for launch later this year will be a north European co-operative effort involving companies in Denmark, Germany, Poland and Latvia, reports Tom Todd.

The Danish ferry company ÆrøXpressen and German operators Förde Reederei Seetouristik (FRS) have signed a management service contract for the new service, which is between the Danish Baltic islands of Ærø and neighbouring Langeland.

Linking the island towns of Marstal and Rudkøbing, the service will be operated by a 49.35m loa and 12.5m beam newbuilding being named ÆrøXpressen. Carrying maximum 196 passengers and 32 cars, construction is a combined effort.

Danish shipyard Hvide Sande is handling the outfitting and completion. Latvia's ASK Enterprise in Riga built the hull which was towed to Hvide Sande earlier this year. ÆrøXpressen will have diesel-electric and hybrid propulsion. It will be driven by two electric motors powered by battery packs and two generators. FRS head Birte Dettmers told Maritime Journal the two main engines are Scania DI16 090M 04-35 units and the generators are from Visedo. The two fixed propeller systems on the ship are

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8 ÆrøXpressen: ASK hull at Hvide Sande for completion this year

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development of the new car/passenger ship's shallow water and energy efficiency characteristics. It was “a big design challenge” the company said. ÆrøXpressen will draw a maximum 2.2m and according to Nelton will use its electric drive in port.

FRS head Birte Dettmers told Maritime Journal ÆrøXpressen was on schedule for delivery late this year. “We're looking forward to the new challenge”, she said, adding that FRS maritime know-how would serve ÆrøXpressen well.

At last word FRS and its subsidiaries operated 57 ships and employed more than 20,000 people internationally. It moves 7.9 million passengers and 2.1 million vehicles a year and is also active in the wind offshore sector with crew transfer capability and in maritime consultancy. ÆrøXpressen, FRS points out, is not the first in its fleet with a particularly eco-friendly propulsion system. The company has been operating solar ferries on German waterways since 2014 -including services in liner traffic to Berlin and in Wolfsburg home of VW cars.

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A heavy lifting capacity will allow a new vessel to be able to carry out a wider range of support tasks to the aquaculture industry.

Damen Shipyards Group and Coastal Workboats Scotland unveiled the new vessel for the aquaculture industry in Oban, Scotland. The unveiling of the new Damen Landing Utility Vessel 1608 took place at the same time as the handover of the first in series, to client Loch Duart.

The LUV 1608 is built by Coastal Workboats Scotland to a Damen design that was engineered by Damen design bureau OSD/IMT. The vessel will be able to carry out a wide range of support tasks to the aquaculture industry, including the transportation of people, equipment and feed to offshore fish-farming locations. A key feature of the LUV 1608 is the hull design, which has been developed to

The vessel will be able to carry out a wide range of support tasks to the aquaculture industry, including the transportation of people, equipment and feed to offshore fish-farming locations

LANDING UTILITY VESSEL FOR AQUACULTURE INDUSTRY accommodate a HS Marine AK67 E4 Crane. This size of crane offers very high capability not usually seen in a vessel of 16 metres with close to 14 tonnes lifting capacity at 3.5 metres and 3 tonnes at 13 metres.

The LUV 1608 hull can also be built at 19 metres in length to provide additional deck capacity. The development of the LUV 1608 has drawn on the expertise of a number of parties specialising in shipbuilding and the aquaculture industry. The original concept was for a Utility Vessel (UV), but was expanded to have landing craft functionality to ensure a wider geographical reach for operations in areas where there was less port infrastructure available.

As is usual with Damen standardised vessel designs, the LUV 1608 can be customised to meet individual client requirements. This is demonstrated with this first vessel for Loch Duart, the tailored features of which include tyre fenders, location of capstans and foot pedals.

Damen sales manager Mike Besijn, speaking on the occasion of the unveiling of the first vessel, said, “The development of the Damen

8 The LUV 1608 hull can also be built at 19 metres in length to provide additional deck capacity

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“I'd like to congratulate Brian and Julie Pogson of Coastal Workboats Scotland on the construction of a truly high-quality, strong and sturdy vessel. Together, we wish Loch Duart the very best with their new vessel.”

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Irish boatbuilder Safehaven Marine has launched a new Wildcat 40 survey vessel for Board Iscaigh Mhara, Ireland, developing the Irish Seafood industry.

The T. Burke II is a 12m LOA high bow buoyancy symmetrical hulled catamaran with a 4.6m beam and a 14,200kg displacement. Powered by a pair of Barrus UK supplied Yanmar 450hp diesel engines she has a 26kts max speed and an 18kts operational speed.

She will be used for coastal surveying around Irish waters and as such is fitted with a HIAB crane, hydraulic tilting 'A' frame and deck winch for deployment of sonar equipment and a bottom sampling dredge.

The arrangement of the vessel allows for a spacious aft deck and a large main cabin with a hydrographic station workbench, dinette seating and galley, two berths a wet room and heads compartment, allowing for extended operations and transits around the Irish coastline.

A full comprehensive array of navigation equipment is provided at a central helm position with navigator's station alongside and provides a very comfortable and efficient crew environment. Safehaven's Wildcat 40 has proved very successful with 19 craft in service worldwide, and has a great reputation for its seakeeping abilities, nicely demonstrated during rough weather trials off the South Coast of Cork recently during storm 'Gareth' in 50kt winds and 5m seas as seen in the photo.

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8 The arrangement of the vessel allows for a spacious aft deck and a large main cabin

T. Burke II was christened in April and entered service shortly after, eagerly anticipated by her crew who were closely involved during her construction, as she will greatly increase their operational working envelope.

Cable and pipe penetrations are crucial for the safety level onboard ships and offshore units.

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The Roxtec Transit Registry was created by Roxtec's experienced sealing experts in order to make it easy to keep all relevant information on each transit installation onboard accessible and up to date. It provides instant information on the cable and pipe transit status.

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THE HIDDEN DANGERS OF THE HS-OSC CODE According to Naval Architect, John Kecsmar, HS-OSC Code CTVs could run into difficulties with out-of-range passenger accelerations

8 Two Similar Size CTVs - but with very different freeboards

With the ever increasing demands for more technicians to be taken out to the turbines it was clear that statutory rules lagged behind the current state of the industry. With CTVs being limited by the 24m loadline rule, and the ability to carry more than 12 passengers the only route was the full HSC code or big ship rules. Hence the sub 24m CTV becoming more and more compact and more weight added to an existing sub 24m platform. Then came the introduction of the HS-OSC Code, a “Light” version of the HSC 2000 Code, which allows up to 36 persons in the sub 24m size or up to 60 persons beyond providing the vessel is less than 500GT. NEW CODE, NEW CHALLENGES With this new code came a sense of “normality”, in the sense that CTVs were being supported by new legislation to allow them to carry out their tasks without driving up initial capital and running costs, by using a different set of statutory rules.

One of the biggest issues of remaining below 24m is that the seakeeping remains pretty much the same. All vessels of circa 24m exhibit extremely similar seakeeping characteristics, it is simple hydrodynamics! So this led to a new issue facing these sub 24m CTVs, the transfer phase of the operation. Then followed a series of R&D conducted by the Carbon Trust which provided guidance - and hence a way forward - for these sub 24m CTVs that experienced difficulties in transferring personnel from the vessel to the tower. The easy solution - increase freeboard - especially at the bow. This allows larger amplitude waves to pass under the hull rather than slamming on the low wet deck freeboards of the existing vessels.

As noted in the report: “....For small vessels, their freeboard was generally the limiting factor and their roll characteristics often limited transfer performance in beam sea conditions...”. And went on further to add: “...freeboard was found to be a primary driver

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in terms of parameters affecting the ability of the craft to remain pushed onto the docking poles in rough weather...”.

So, the solution, whist keeping vessels below the 24m loadline rule and the ability to carry 24 technicians (passengers), to improve the higher sea state transfers is obvious, just increase the freeboard. If we look at many new sub 24m CTVs today, they have a pronounced increase in their freeboard compared to the same CTVs of several years ago.

The effect of this can be seen several years before such R&D become known. When we designed the CTV Ashera for C.Truk we incorporated all the same type of R&D based upon our fast ferry design experience over the previous 20 years. Increasing freeboard moves the threshold and propensity for bow diving to be more manageable and a much lower probability, as seen in the image above of Ashera compared to a similar size but lower freeboard South Boats CTV of the time as shown in the accompanying photo.

GOING UP A LEVEL So, increasing the freeboard is now becoming an industry norm, and you'll also note the additional space for the technicians is adding an additional tier too. And yet whilst the new HS-OSC code solves the increasing number of passengers and the PPlots guidance for increasing sea state transfers, there are hidden dangers in the HSC-OSC code that are yet to be fully realised.

The HS-OSC code uses the full HSC 2000 code as its basis.

In the HSC 2000 code Annex 9 states in 3.3.1: “...in normal operation at maximum operational speed the accelerations shall not exceed safety level 1 in annex 3..” , where Level 1 has a limit of 0.20g horizontally.

We can calculate the loads imposed on a person from basic static and dynamic equations of a vessel in roll; which includes

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With the introduction of new telemetry technology from companies such as Reyar, if such real-time measurements become another requirement, then it is not clear how these high freeboard vessels shall be compliant with the HSOSC code when running in more exposed seas the summation of heave horizontally. So, making several assumptions of typical sub 24m loadline vessel, running in a Hs = 1.0m having a roll and pitch period which are very similar, circa 2.50 seconds, and a heave of 0.50m and assuming an instantaneous roll angle of 5 degrees, then knowing the levers, the distance from the centre of roll (the Centre of Gravity) to the person, we can calculate these effects.

Notwithstanding that these are very rough calculations based upon several assumptions, we could conclude that those in tier 1 location are borderline pass/fail for level 1 compliance. However tier's 2 and 3 would most certainly be failure to comply with 0.20g. If these are also compared against Level 2 of 0.35g limits, the situation is not much better.

All HSC code vessels that currently operate within the UK have operating limits imposed by the MCA. This relates to the

prevailing significant wave heights. Redjet 3 that ran between Cowes on the Isle of Wight to Southampton, despite being a 30m catamaran, had a limit of Hs=1.20m applied and the smaller Redjet 1 and 2 Hs=0.80m. Fortunately such sea states are rare in the Solent. However, today Energy companies are applying more and more strict regulations that each vessel design and operator must comply with when operating in the fields. With the introduction of new telemetry technology from companies such as Reyar, if such real-time measurements become another requirement, then it is not clear how these high freeboard vessels shall be compliant with the HSOSC code when running in more exposed seas and what response such energy companies shall take to being non-compliant.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR John Kecsmar co-founded Ad Hoc Marine Designs Ltd in 2005, he was previously the Chairman of the RINA's High Speed Craft committee and is a Fellow member of RINA and is currently a member of the editorial board of RINAs IJSCT publication, a member of LR's Technical Committee, RINA's High Speed Vessels and Safety committees, MCA's High Speed Advisory Group, and SNAME's O-50 Marine Quality Culture Group and SD-5 Advanced Ships and Craft Panel. He has designed highspeed vessels such as: crew transfer vessels, patrol boats, fast ferries and SWATHs over the past 30 years and is the author of many technical papers on high-speed hydrodynamics, structural design, and fatigue. He lives in Japan.

Semi-autonomous hybrid explorers New company Arksen is developing, building and supporting semi-autonomous, hybrid explorer vessels, responsibly designed from the ground up to have the least impact on the environment and take adventurers to the most inaccessible corners of the world's oceans.

The UK's Wight Shipyard Co has been appointed to develop the fleet of Arksen series vessels including the Arksen 70, Arksen 85 and Arksen 100, in a team also comprising fellow south coast businesses Humphreys Yacht Design (exterior) and Design Unlimited (interior).

“Ship building on the Isle of Wight goes back hundreds of years. The Isle of Wight builds the finest aluminium vessels in the world and this explorer yacht range fits perfectly alongside our high-speed ferry building operation,” said Peter Morton, chief executive of Wight Shipyard Co. The Arksen team first aims to develop a semi-autonomous, hybrid explorer concept vessel. Arksen 85 will be the first in build with tank testing having already begun. The team is hoping for a Summer 2019 start date with a tenmonth build schedule.

The green credentials don't just stop at the beginning and end of the vessel's lifecycle, they also extend to operations. All future Arksen boat owners must commit to donating 10% of seagoing time to the Arksen Foundation, a non-for-profit organisation set up to provide project funding, facilitate cutting-edge scientific research and create innovative media to inspire a greater

understanding of the fragility of the ocean.

Arksen is the brainchild of UK based tech entrepreneur and investor Jasper Smith who, after a career spanning 30 years in the games and tech industry, has expanded and set his sights on the marine industry.

“We are working closely with Wight to design and build vessels to be the best in class

8 Wight Shipyard Co has been appointed to develop the fleet of Arksen series vessels

in efficiency and fuel economy, as well as understand the procurement process and the supply chain for the components that we use in and during construction to ensure the vessels are fully recyclable at the end of their life,” said Mr Smith.

We are working closely with Wight to design and build vessels to be the best in class in efficiency and fuel economy, as well as understand the procurement process and the supply chain for the components that we use in and during construction to ensure the vessels are fully recyclable at the end of their life

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SHIP & BOATBUILDING CTV order for OESV operator

WALKAROUND WORKBOAT LAUNCHED

An offshore energy support vessel (OESV) operator will expand its business with the order of a new crew transfer vessel (CTV).

Seacat Services has ordered a Chartwell Marinedesigned Chartwell 24 CTV, which will enter construction immediately at Isle of Wight shipyard Diverse Marine.

Seacat Rainbow will join sister Chartwell 24 vessel Seacat Weatherly, which is currently in build at Diverse Marine and due to be completed in April 2020.

Ian Baylis, managing director of Seacat Services, said: “Chartwell Marine's pioneering approach, backed up by strong technical R&D expertise and extensive dialogue with operators and wind farm stakeholders, gives us enormous confidence in the design.�

Tuco Marine has presented the brand new ProZero 10m Walkaround Workboat at Aqua Nor 2019 in Trondheim Norway.

The new vessel complements Tuco's range of ProZero workboats and support vessels. And is dedicated to the Workboat, Crew transfer and Diving markets.

The vessel is strategically sized and carefully equipped for passenger transportation and patrol missions in coastal and offshore waters and built on the proven, reliable and extremely seaworthy ProZero hull platform.

The cockpit layout in the ProZero 10m is arranged to maximize the use of state-of-the-art operations management and situational awareness electronic aids Particular attention has been paid to crew comfort, as the ProZero 10m Walkaround workboat is further designed to minimize noise and vibrations while preserving structural rigidity, integrity and strength and enhancing mission-capability.

The walk-around deck layout with a centered cabin provides flexibility and room for a variety of missions and boarding situations. The interior cabin layout is

8 The walk-around deck layout with a centered cabin provides flexibility and room for a variety of missions and boarding situations

adjustable and can be transformed into missionspecific environments with comfortable over-night accommodation areas for the crew or seating arrangements for efficient passenger/crew transport.

The cockpit layout in the ProZero 10m is arranged to maximize the use of state-of-the-art operations management and situational awareness electronic aids. And the cabin can be equipped with a sink and refrigerator along with a comfortable dining area where the crew can dine and relax. Two sleeping accommodations have been designed beneath the cabin and below the foredeck to allow crew and passengers to rest and sleep onboard.

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EUROCARRIER JUMBOISATION FOR JIFMAR France-based Jifmar has recently relaunched a Neptune Marine EuroCarrier 3212 converted by Neptune to meet the requests of their clients.

Neptune Marine completed the conversion, including trials and delivery, in just under 4 months, minimizing downtime for their client. The EuroCarrier 3212 was already remarkable in the offshore industry by being the first DP2 multi-purpose workboat ever built in 2004. For many years, she met the highest quality, environmental and safety international standards.

“Together with our clients and Neptune we have pushed the limits of using DP2 workboats in the offshore world. We are now requested to provide vessels for both shallow waters and offshore works. Our clients are looking for more and more deck space and accommodations. Extending this vessel is a natural move to answer these demands and provide continuous support as we've done for the past 14 years” says CEO of Jifmar Offshore Services, Jean-Michel Berud.

30% EXTRA ON DECK The Jif Artemis has been extended to 42m by adding a 10m central compartment into the existing hull. Neptune Marine has already completed a similar project for Jifmar in 2015 by lengthening the Jif Breizh, a Eurocarrier, from 22m to 32m.

Thanks to this jumboisation, Jif Artemis will experience a clear jump up of more than 30% in deck space. This extension will also increase the shallow draft capabilities of the vessel reaching an operational draft as shallow as 2.4m.

The vessel will keep all the deck equipment which has led to her success over the past years. Thanks to her 40T Bollard Pull, strong cranes, winches, the vessel will still be a perfect tool for anchor handling, cable laying, mattress installation and ROV support operations.

This extension will also allow Jif Artemis to reach unprecedent accommodation capabilities for a vessel of her size. With 23 berths, a meeting room and a client office, the vessel will offer a comfortable environment for 24/7 operations and meet the highest standards in the offshore industry.

Jif Artemis, which will carry the motto: “one boat from shore to offshore”, will truly be a unique workboat in the industry.

FAST TURNAROUND Operators, like Jifmar, strive to minimize downtime. On the subject of the tight four month build timeframe, “It has been a

challenge, but together with Jifmar and our preferred suppliers we managed to get the job done”, said Ulco Muiser, project manager at Neptune Marine.

Founded in 2005, Jifmar Offshore Services offers integrated maritime solutions by offering cutting-edge maritime offshore oil & gas services and marine and subsea solutions for the offshore wind industry. Jifmar anticipates the requirements of its customers and strives for excellence through material means and a structured organization implemented to meet their needs.

Jifmar Offshore Services is headquartered in Aix-enProvence, France and has subsidiaries including VDC in Northern France, North West Marine in Scotland, Houston, Texas and others in Africa as Gabon, Congo.

Neptune Marine offers a broad range of maritime solutions, including newbuilding, repair, equipment charter and other complementary services.

Neptune Marine operates from three locations in the Netherlands; Hardinxveld, Aalst and Groningen.

8 Jifmar and Neptune have pushed the limits of using DP2 workboats in the offshore world

8 The vessel will keep all the deck equipment which has led to her success over the past years

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AVIATION-INSPIRED PASSENGER CABINS

Image: Peugeot Design Lab

Bourbon Mobility, a specialist in offshore personel transport, has partnered with Peugeot Design Lab to propose interior designs inspired by the aviation industry.

Designers created a cabin layout that guarantees optimal safety, 'VIP' comfort seats and ergonomic storage. The first 'Business Class' cabin will be operational in mid-2020.

Passengers will benefit from increased safety. Seats include handles, making it easier for passengers to move about the cabin in rough seas. Large aisles encourage a smooth flow of traffic. Two large screens display safety messages. Life vests are visible and easily accessible.

The comfort is described as similar to 'Business Class' in a constrained offshore environment.

Seats are equipped with vertical supports, deep headrests and calf rests. Cushions reduce vibrations from the vessel. Seats recline significantly, leaving significant legroom. Large windows allow for increased brightness.

Every detail is ergonomic. Closed storage and lighting are located in the ceiling of the cabin. A tablet stand and USB plug on the back of each chair allows passengers to enjoy WiFi and new various entertainment services, offered to passengers on demand. The visual identity of the cabin is highlighted by warm, light wood and

8 Designers at the Peugeot Design Lab carefully chose every detail of the future Bourbon Mobility cabins

smooth metal. The use of light and dark blue is a nod to the high seas.

“We want to establish new standards of comfort for offshore personnel transport inspired by the aviation industry. Our future cabins will be developed in a range of 3 levels of comfort: 'Business Class', 'Premium' and 'Eco', so as to offer a new passenger experience onboard. We have chosen Peugeot Design Lab for its expertise in Brand Identity, interior Design and Industrial development, particularly

We want to establish new standards of comfort for offshore personnel transport inspired by the aviation industry. Our future cabins will be developed in a range of 3 levels of comfort: ‘Business Class’, ‘Premium’ and ‘Eco’, so as to offer a new passenger experience onboard in the fields of the maritime and transport industries, as we want to assert Bourbon Mobility services as an alternative to helicopter transport: safer, more reliable, more comfortable and cost-efficient,” said François Lesle, CEO of Bourbon Mobility.

The first prototype of a long distance 'Crewliner' vessel (36 metres) equipped with a 'Business Class' cabin for 46 passengers will be delivered in early 2020. The future cabins will be built directly onto existing vessels in a 'plug & play' mode, along the way from mid-2020.

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WAVE PROPULSION PILOT FOR FAEROESE FERRY A Faroe Islands ferry will soon be using experimental underwater wings to help it generate additional forward propulsion in rough water.

The wavefoils on the front of the ship enable the waves to contribute to propelling the ship forward. This reduces fuel consumption. At the same time, the foils can dampen some of the pitching and heaving motion from the waves and provide a more comfortable journey. The design has been developed by Eirik Bøckmann, who won the regional finals of the Norwegian University of Science and Technology Researchers' Grand Prix with a lecture on wave-propelled ships in 2013.

The wavefoils are predicted to save about 4 per cent in fuel costs along the coastal route from Bergen to Kirkenes, which snakes its way between sheltered islands. But where there are more waves, savings of up to 15 per cent may be possible under ideal conditions. The rougher the waters, the greater the potential savings, in other words.

Last December, Bøckmann attended Tekna's conference for express boats and ferries. While there, he was contacted by the state-owned Faroese transport company Strandfaraskip Landsins (SSL).

FB Design has completed the prototype of a new patrol boat for the Guardia di Finanza, the Italian customs and financial enforcement force writes Dag Pike.

FB Design focuses on high performance craft and this new patrol boat design is the largest in their range. The same hull has been used for the world's fastest lifeboat that FB Design developed two years ago and the new patrol boat version will have a similar capability to operate at speed in adverse conditions. With the launch of the prototype, the contract will see four of these boats delivered this year and the remaining six of the ten boat contact completed by the end of 2020.

The FB 60 is based on an 18.8-metre-long deep vee hull that is constructed in advanced composites with an 'anti-stuff' bow shape that was developed by FB Design. The stern shape is also modified to accommodate the FB Design surface drive system.

Power comes from a pair of MTU 10V2000 M96L diesels that each produce 1193KW of power which is transmitted through ZF

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Bøckmann's wavefoils have changed a lot since the first models were tested six years ago.

They have morphed from being large and fairly cumbersome to a smaller, manoeuvrable design that is retractable.

In the summer of 2018, Wavefoil conducted some model trials in collaboration with Havyard and Havila Kystruten, a coastal cruise company that will compete with Hurtigruten. Wavefoil is also working on its own version of wavefoils for high-speed catamarans. The goal of this foil is primarily to make the boats more comfortable, rather than to save fuel.

In August, the pilot module is scheduled to be transported to the Faroe Islands and the installation begins on M/S Teistin on September 1.

8 The 6 ton Wavefoil module nearing completion

“SSL's 45 metre long ferry M/F Teistin turned out to be made to order for our pilot module.

Teistin's route sees a lot of really rough Atlantic weather come straight in from the west. Our foil module fits perfectly in the ferry's forepeak tank,” said Bøckmann.

Different kinds of foils on boats aren't completely new. Various foil designs have been experimented with since at least the 1800s.

SSL’s 45 metre long ferry M/F Teistin turned out to be made to order for our pilot module.

Teistin’s route sees a lot of really rough Atlantic weather come straight in from the west.

Our foil module fits perfectly in the ferry’s forepeak tank

HIGH SPEED ITALIAN ENFORCER

gearboxes of type 3000 with a 1.343:1 reduction ratio. The drive units are a pair of Trimax 3500 units fitted with Radice five-bladed high rake propellers. These are fixed surface drives with the spade rudder located behind the propeller, a feature that reduces the chance of a spin out at high speed.

The displacement when fully loaded is 30,000kg and at this displacement the top speed is 55 knots. The cruising speed is 45 knots and at this speed the boat has a range of 445 miles. Fuel is carried in two fuel tanks built into the hull structure and these contain 4200 litres of fuel.

8 The FB 60 is based on an 18.8-metre-long deep vee hull that is constructed in advanced composites

These patrol boats are designed for extended cruising along Italy's extensive coastline and they are operated by a crew of six. To allow extended time at sea there are three en-suite cabins for the crew and a separate compartment is designed to house up to 54 survivors. In the wheelhouse there is FB Design developed special sprung seating and the crew face various dedicated consoles for engine monitoring, navigation, communication as well as the extensive helm station equipment.

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PHASING OUT OIL-BASED COMPOSITES thermoplastic bio-polymers. Through the development of the bio-composite demonstrators, the project aims to significantly shift the perception within the marine industries that the use of bio-based composites can offer a realistic and viable alternative. The demonstrators and developed analytical protocols will help both industry and public

The group of research institutions, university research groups, SME’s and specialist cluster organizations have come together under the EU Interreg 2 Seas programme, within the Technological Innovation theme authorities to address the growing concern regarding the global production and consumption of oil-based plastic materials and the long-term ecological impact of plastic litter and microplastics in the marine environment.

The group of research institutions, university research groups, SME's and specialist cluster organizations have come together under the EU

Photo: Centexbel

SeaBioComp, is a new collaborative project that has been launched to develop and produce novel bio-based thermoplastic composite materials.

The project has also established analytical protocols to evaluate long-term durability and reduced ecological impact on the marine environment.

The SeaBioComp project held a successful kick-off meeting in Lille in April 2019 bringing together all 11 partners from the 2Seas region covering the coastal regions along the southern North Sea and the Channel area including 4 EUmember states: England, France, the Netherlands and Belgium.

The project will develop 'demonstrator' biobased composite alternatives to potentially replace traditional fibre-reinforced composites commonly used in the marine industries.

Traditional oil-based products including fishing and seaweed farming components, energy harvesting equipment, boats, pontoons, anchoring and buoy parts are potentially being addressed by the project.

The bio-composites will not only reduce the depletion of fossil-based resources but should also limit the emission of greenhouse gases and the ecotoxic impact of microplastics, while allowing recycling through the use of

8 Biocomponent filament cross sections

Interreg 2 Seas programme, within the Technological Innovation theme. SeaBioComp is led by Centexbel (BE) and combines experts in polymer research, textile and composite formation with marine institutes, sector cluster organisations and public authorities.

The project runs from March 2019 to August 2022 and has an overall budget of €4,1M, supported by €2.5M (60%) from the European Regional Development Fund.

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SEAWORK INTERNATIONAL

WORKING TOGETHER - IT TAKES A SUPPLY CHAIN TO BUILD A VESSEL Seawork exhibitors show importance of innovation, experience and trusted relationships in making things happen Twenty-three Seawork exhibitors brought their expertise to bear to design, build, fitout, and launch the latest builds from Wight Shipyard - two 37m fast ferries for Mexico’s largest ferry operator Ultramar. Destined to operate between Cancun and Isla Mujeres primarily, both vessels have the capacity to accommodate 459 passengers over 3 decks, including a top deck with seating for 122 passengers.

BY CHANCE It was a chance conversation on a shuttle bus leading to a formal meeting between Wight Shipyard’s Peter Morton and client Ultramar’s Mauricio Orozco that started the ball rolling.

Ultramar’s previous vessels had been built in the USA but timely delivery seemed to be becoming a recurring problem for the company. After visiting a selection of previously completed builds, Orozco placed the order with Wight Shipyard stating one of the main reasons for choosing the yard was its reputation for delivering on time.

BY DESIGN Designed by fellow Seawork exhibitor Incat Crowther, a leading naval architect and engineering service that specialises in catamaran and monohull designs, other critical issues for the new builds were efficiency and a challenging weight-saving target. The vessels are 20,000 kg lighter than comparable models and 3,000 kg lighter than design with weight savings achieved by using new construction techniques developed by Wight Shipyard and the sourcing of the lightest most efficient parts and materials.

TEAMWORK Power and propulsion requirements were met by a trio of Seawork exhibitors; MTU, ZF and CJR Propulsion. MTU supplied each vessel with two MTU 12V4000 M63 engines (output at 2 x 1500 kW (2012 hp) @ 1800 rpm) and gearboxes are ZF 7600’s. A full stern gear package, including two fixed pitch propellers, also saw new curved hydrodynamic-designed rudders from CJR Propulsion. Traditionally, conventionallydesigned rudders are positioned directly behind the propeller, with the rudder’s profile aligned symmetrically to the rudder’s vertical plane. However, this approach does not take into account the uneven rotational flow which impacts on the rudder blade, thereby reducing speed and performance whilst increasing fuel consumption. Using simulations visualised through computational fluid dynamics, CJR designed a rudder with a ‘‘twisted profile’ to perfectly align with the propeller flow angles along the entire rudder span, reducing the rudder drag adding a potential two knots to top speed and reducing engine load by up to 3%. The faster, more fuel-efficient vessels are able to achieve a service speed of 24 knots @75% MCR. Wight Shipyard called on its well-established supply chain, many members of whom are fellow Seawork exhibitors, for a wide range of components and equipment including bespoke windows from Seaglaze Marine Windows and off the shelf and custom items from Aalco, Barden, Halyard and Stauff amongst others.

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EXCEEDING EXPECTATION “Working with Ultramar is a good match for WSC, our standards and attention to detail are of paramount importance to produce not only an on-time build, but one of superior quality. Ultramar provide both commuter and holiday destination vessels and the level of fitout is far higher than normal commuter boats.

Stages for lives bands, multi coloured LED lighting above and below the waterline and very powerful sound systems were a first for us,” said Peter Morton, CEO WSC. “WSC has exceeded our expectations in both finish and performance,” said Orozco. “The whole team are a delight to work with. They are such a professional team with each manager an expert in their field. There is a need for more vessels and there is no question that WSC will be building them. Previously all our boats were built in the USA”.

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Come and take part as one of the original Leiden Separatists that took ship on the rechristened ‘Speedwell’ in Delfshaven, Netherlands, or a member of the wider band of Pilgrims that finally set sail from British shores via Southampton and Plymouth for what is now the USA. The Mayflower 400 Cardboard Boat Regatta will take place early on the evening of Wednesday 10 June – time to build your very own ‘Mayflower’.

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MOORING DOLPHINS CONTRACT FOR HAMBURG The ST3 Offshore factory in Poland has signed a new contract concerning production of mooring dolphins for the port of Hamburg The contract was signed at the beginning of February and concerns the production of 43 dolphins elements - 17 piles with a length of up to 41m and 25 smaller pile overlay parts.

The customer is Arbeitsgemeinschaft GSWP Finkenwerder, consisting of the companies F+Z Baugesellschaft, AUG. PRIEN Bauunternehmung and Taucher Knoth. The contract is related to the extension of the port in Hamburg-Finkenwerder for large ship berths.

Consisting of steel pipe material, the construction and technology is very similar to the construction and production process of wind farm monopiles. This project fits perfectly into the production profile of the ST3 Offhore plant specializing in the production of various types of steel foundations for offshore wind farms.

The execution of the contract has already started. The sheets are already ordered for the whole contract. Most of the steel for the project comes from Polish steel mills.

The production started with sheet metal cutting and preparation of welding edges. Then the sheets will be rolled up and welded into cans. After being transported to the building line, the individual cans will be automatically welded together to create dolphins of several dozen metres.

The first delivery of dolphin overlays was planned for April.

They will be transported by ST3 Offshore by land to the place where they will be equipped and painted. All piles will be transported by sea, most likely at the beginning of July this year.

The Szczecin company is also responsible for the transport of the piles.

The contract negotiations were conducted with the customer's leading partner - F+Z Baugesellschaft, which is responsible for the technical side of the port extension project.

F+Z Baugesellschaft is a company founded from the sale of Bilfinger Marine & Offshore Systems GmbH (BMOS) to

The production started with sheet metal cutting and preparation of welding edges. Then the sheets will be rolled up and welded into cans.

After being transported to the building line, the individual cans will be automatically welded together to create dolphins of several dozen metres

8 The construction and technology is very similar to the construction and production process of wind farm monopiles

Depenbrock Group. And BMOS was a long time parent company of the Szczecin factory within the Bilfinger concern and was engaged in, among other things, the construction of the factory itself. Both teams have known each other for years and know their competences and skills very well, which additionally strengthened the trust in the Szczecin producer and resulted in the willingness to cooperate.

Adjustment works to deepen and widen the River Elbe fairway have begun with the aim of improving large vessel access at the Port of Hamburg.

DEME's hopper dredger Scheldt River is being used to carry out dredging work to enable ocean-going ships to be able to leave Hamburg with a draft of 13.50m irrespective of the tide. Using flood tide, ships will be able to leave with a draft of 14.50m.

For shipping, the fairway adjustment will provide one extra metre of draft and the related decisive advantages. Containerships will be able to transport around 1800 more containers (teu) per call. The 'passing box' downstream from Hamburg will make the Elbe navigable for megaships in both

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directions without the existing restrictions.

“This is very good news for our trading and shipping customers in the German and European hinterland and all our worldwide business partners,” said Axel Mattern, joint CEO of the Port of Hamburg marketing team.

“We have waited a long time for today and are now hoping for rapid implementation,” added Ingo Egloff, his executive board colleague.

The port is already megaship-ready and can handle the largest containerships with a slot capacity of over 20,000 teu, as well as other mega vessels. Suitable berths and terminal equipment make that possible currently.

Approval of the controversial project was granted in August 2018, following lawsuits,

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Elbe moves closer to target capability

8 Hopper dredger Scheldt River arrive on the River Elbe to begin fairway adjustment work

brought by the cities of Cuxhaven and Otterndorf and coastal fishermen, which claimed the plan threatened public facilities and land, and fishing grounds.

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This high value order is Bedford Pump's second to the region, secured following the success of a seawater pumps installation in a fertiliser plant at the port of Jorf Lasfar.

Bedford Pumps are to supply five high capacity submersible bowl canister pumps in cast iron materials with a duplex shaft, ni-resist back cover tungsten carbide seal, ceramic coating and sacrificial anodes. These dock pumps will be used in two pumping stations, the larger of which is designed to dry a maintenance chamber in a seaport and the smaller to dry the residual flow and leakage.

AARSLEFF WINS PILING CONTRACT AT BRITISH PORT Aarsleff Ground Engineering has been awarded the piling contract for a new aggregates processing plant at Newhaven Port in East Sussex, UK. The work includes driving 752no. 300mm precast concrete piles of up to 37m lengths for a storage area and conveyor system to be built. Aarsleff will also install 6no. 339mm diameter piles up to 40m lengths to support a hopper crane on the dock side.

Chris Glenn, Aarsleff Ground Engineering's piling estimator, said: “The ground conditions at Newhaven Port consist of clayey fine sand and soft chalk, which means we have to drive piles down to depths in the region of 37m to obtain the required loads. We plan to utilise a crane to install the steel tubular piles for the hopper crane due to site constraints and poor ground conditions.�

We plan to utilise a crane to install the steel tubular piles for the hopper crane due to site constraints and poor ground conditions The aggregates processing plant will be built at the Brett Group's Newhaven East Quay site. The location of the plant will enable ships to unload aggregates which

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8 Aarsleff Ground Engineering has won a piling contract at Newhaven Port and expect to commence work this month

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FRENCH PORT INVESTS €20m IN SHORESIDE POWER

A new safety-focused mooring solution actively dampens vessel motion to increase the range of environmental conditions in which cargo can be transferred and improve throughput.

Launched by Trelleborg's marine and infrastructure operation, DynaMoor maintains constant tension in mooring lines to dampen vessel movements, reducing the risk of parted lines and eliminating the effect that passing ships and long-period waves have.

Richard Hepworth, president of Trelleborg's marine and infrastructure operation, said: “A demanding environment requires that users of mooring systems adapt and innovate to ensure efficient and safe solutions.”

A French port authority aims to cut emissions by spending €20m over the next six years to extend shoreside power.

The Marseille Fos Port Authority will extend shoreside electrical connections (cold ironing) for berthed vessels to every ferry, cruise ship and repair quay within the Marseille eastern harbour. Already available on the Corsica ferry quays, the network will be expanded in two phases to cover North Africa ferry quays and the ship repair hub by 2022 and the cruise terminal between 2022 and 2025.

Marseille Fos CEO Hervé Martel commented: “We are convinced that ecological transition is the springboard to economic growth. That's why we are investing heavily to become the Mediterranean's first 100% electric port by 2025.”

A techno-economic study is currently being carried out into the electrification of quays at La Goulette, the port of Tunis. Such provision in Tunis as well as Marseille is seen as crucial in encouraging the two ferry operators on the route between the ports to equip their ships for shoreside power.

Amongst its steps to reduce ship emissions, Marseille Fos has introduced speed restrictions of 10 knots in the port approaches and 8 knots within the harbours. It has also been offering air emissions incentives since it joined the World Ports Climate

Ireland's Dublin Port Company has embarked on a major update to the facilities in Alexandra Dock to allow access for deeper draft ships reports Dag Pike.

The Alexandra Basin Redevelopment Programme is the largest capital project ever undertaken at the port. When complete it will increase the port's ability to handle larger ships and it is costed at €227 million.

Dredging of the three kilometre long entrance channel will give ships a depth of 10 metres to the port and improvements to the quays and other facilities will be upgraded to match.

The dredging will entail the removal of 5.5 million tonnes of sand, silt and gravel and much of this will be dumped on Burford Bank some 12 kilometres outside Dublin Bay. The remaining ½ million tonnes which is contaminated will be treated in a batching area with cementicous fibres and used to fill existing berths.

At Cross Berth Quay steel piles are being inserted which in turn will support sheet steel piling to stabilise the quay. The old ship-building yard in the basin will be upgraded for re-use and the graving dock will be partially opened up as a public area with possible use as an amphitheatre.

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8 Marseille Fos aims to become the Mediterranean's first 100% electric port by 2025

Initiative and adopted the Environmental Ship Index (ESI) in 2017. Under Marseille's Smart Port Challenge, the Marseille Fos port authority chose Searoutes to develop an eco-calculator prototype for measuring the environmental impact of shipments throughout the supply chain.

The Shift by Searoutes tool allows shippers to calculate and compare greenhouse gas emissions in relation to routing options, weather forecasts, ship characteristics and intermodal road, rail or river links. Marseille Fos expects the transparency and reliability of the calculations to confirm the value of its inland connections.

MAJOR WORKS AT DUBLIN PORT

Many of the port's facilities will be upgraded including the north east side of the Alexandra Basin which will include a new ro-ro ramp. This will provide facilities for Cobelfret to bring in a new larger ro-ro ship to serve the port and this ramp will be capable of being positioned either in the basin or at Ocean Pier.

“Much of the work is currently

going out to tender,” said Garrett Doman, who is the Capital Programme Director of the DPA. “The piling work around the basin is being completed in sections and will eventually encompass the entire basin, across Alexandra Basin West and along Ocean Pier with some of the existing buildings at Ocean Pier being demolished.”

8 The Alexandra Basin Redevelopment Programme is the largest capital project ever undertaken at the port

Included in the project will be an extensive upgrade of the road network in the port. Dublin Port handles a major proportion of the imports and exports for Ireland and much of this comes in from the UK and the Continent by ro-ro shipping.

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NORWAY’S ADOPTION OF SHORE-TO-SHIP POWER Anders Everbrand of ABB's Motion business in Norway outlines how innovative industrial drive technology is being deployed in shore-to-ship power projects The aim of this technology upgrade is to reduce emissions and boost energy efficiency at four NorSea Group bases along Norway's coast.

The environmental and economic aspects of 'cold-ironing' when a vessel in dock stops its onboard generators and plugs in to the shoreside grid to support its hotel loads - are well established for cruise liners, ferries and naval ships. There is now a trend to expand this approach to smaller craft, such as offshore support vessels (OSVs). The potential benefits become clear when you consider that a typical, modern OSV can spend up to two and a half days at a time in dock, burning 2,000 litres of fuel a day.

Leading the trend is NorSea Group, the offshore support services provider. Its first shore-to-ship power systems has been deployed at Kristiansund, a particularly busy port for OSVs, and similar systems are being commissioned at Hammerfest, Dusavik (Stavanger) and Tananger (Sola). The new facilities will enable OSVs to cut their diesel generators while docked and plug-in to the port electricity supply to power onboard activities such as loading, unloading, heating and lighting.

“NorSea anticipates that shore-to-ship power will produce a total annual saving of up to 15,000 tons of CO2 - equivalent to the emissions of more than 7,000 cars, says Norsea's Project Driector, Ralf Larsen. “Just as important are the savings in nitrogen oxides (NOX) sulphur oxides (SOX) and particulate emissions, together with the reduction in noise and vibration experienced by the crew and the local population.”

CO2 TARGETS Norsea's customers in the offshore oil and gas industry are one of the main drivers for Norway's green port revolution. For example, Equinor, the Norwegian energy giant, has said it is targeting a 50 percent reduction in CO2 emissions on the Norwegian Continental Shelf by 2030, having already cut them by around 26 percent since 2011. It wants to adopt a green approach across every aspect of its operations and sees shoreto-ship power as a key measure in this.

The importance of this project was recognised by Enova, the Norwegian government enterprise responsible for the promotion of environmentally friendly production and consumption, who contributed around 90 percent of the $8.5 million cost.

Norway's Teknisk Bureau is the system integrator for the shore-to-ship power project across the four bases. The systems are designed to support the power needs of an OSV, which typically consume 350 to 450 kilowatts.

The shore-to-ship power system must support two vital functions: 5 Convert the alternating current (AC) feed supplied by Norway's grid from 50 Hertz (Hz) to the 60 Hz required by the vessel's onboard network.

5 Maintain a safe, stable and reliable supply no matter how much the load imposed by the vessel varies To meet these requirements, Teknisk Bureau has placed ABB's air-cooled ACS 880 drive at the heart of its systems. Built on ABB's common converter architecture, the ACS 880 covers a voltage range from 380 to 690V and a power range from 300 to 5000kW in a compact design for easy cabinet assembly and maintenance.

A critical feature of the ACS 880 is the novel Optimal Grid Control (OGC) function developed to support microgrid operations. The drive provides a stable, high-quality, three-

8 The aim of this technology upgrade is to reduce emissions and boost energy efficiency

8 ABB has provided the drives for 16 containers Far left: Compact design enabled all the components for the power systems to fit in a standard 20-foot shipping container

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phase supply even allowing for the long connection distance between the cable and the vessel. It also handles load variations, current peaks and short circuit conditions to meet protection requirements. This project is the first time that OGC has been deployed in a customer application.

CONTAINERIZED The compact design of the ACS 880 enabled Teknisk Bureau to install all the components required for the power systems in a standard 20-foot shipping container, for ease of handling and redeployment if required in the future. There is still sufficient room to operate, change components and carry out service operations. The air-cooled design also handles the high heat output - around 30kW generated by the frequency converter and transformer.

Andre Aarthun, Teknisk Bureau Project Manager, said:” We knew what equipment we needed to deliver 440V and 690V from shoreside to the vessel. We also knew we needed a frequency converter to establish the correct frequency and maintain a stable voltage, while also being as energy-efficient as possible. An ABB switchboard had already been specified and when we heard about the ACS 880 we recognized it as the ideal solution.

“While we understood that this was first time that this drive was being applied in a shore-to-ship power application we had confidence that it had been subjected to a rigorous test program to withstand everything the harsh Norwegian climate can throw at it.”

As a pioneering technology leader, ABB has provided the

drives for 16 containers - 4 for Kristiansund, 6 for Dusavik, 4 for Tananger and 2 for Hammerfest.

This project in Norway is an excellent example of the benefits offered by shore-to-ship power in terms of cuttings emissions and saving energy. According to ABB, globally, it offers the total abatement potential of 18 MtCO2 today and that could increase to 70 MtCO2 in 2050.

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STRONG FEEDBACK ON TRAINING ASSETS When dealing with pyrotechnics, it is vital that seafarers know how to handle the devices safely, to understand how they work and to have had training in how to fire them confidently It has been widely researched and reported that seafarers around the world demand more interactive and engaging training to help prevent accidents at sea and support their wellbeing onboard, especially when on voyages for many months at a time. In general, E-learning has seen a spike in students, across a broad range of qualifications, highlighting a need for the ongoing development of interesting, computerbased training.

In response to this, and as previously reported by Maritime Journal, WesCom Signal and Rescue continues to research and develop the world's leading marine distress signals and has introduced a new era of dedicated training assets across all of its branded SOLAS and non SOLAS products. Delivered through its partners and distributors, this includes dummy products which have been provided to over 120 training establishments in the last year alone to enhance their existing training facilities, and a series of training animations for its branded SOLAS products, which offer an alternative information source and a highly effective method of teaching.

Using these animations carries many benefits, including significant savings on training costs and a dramatic reduction for the need for live firing. This ensures a much safer environment, without compromising the efficiency of training delivered in the classroom or online. It also improves longevity of the courses for all employees and volunteers, because the courses can be accessed at any time, which is especially useful for refresher training.

By working so closely with the brand, we have been able to provide live feedback and analysis, which has resulted in the development of these animations and them being subsequently integrated into our training programmes For over four decades, WesCom Signal and Rescue has been working with the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), supplying the charity with life-saving safety equipment to help save lives at sea. In recent years, the two organisations have been working together to help improve training for RNLI volunteers. The animations have been extensively trialled with the RNLI and accessed by all of the RNLI's 6000+ volunteer crews as part of their initial and ongoing training.

Allen Stevens, Senior Engineer (Maritime Safety) for the RNLI says, “Developed with real world experience, WesCom's innovative animations have become invaluable for our training programmes. Our crew training continues to improve with the use of these assets - largely due to their realism and detailed explanations. By working so closely with the brand, we have been able to provide live feedback and analysis, which has resulted in the development of these animations and them being subsequently integrated into our training programmes.�

Due to this positive feedback, WesCom Signal and Rescue has continued to seed these training animations and supplies

to many of its distributors and partners around the world, including the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence, the Royal Netherlands Sea Rescue Institution (KNRM), the Merchant Navy and Warsash School of Maritime Science and Engineering at Solent University.

Captain Pollard from the Marine Society and Sea Cadets commented on how useful the assets are in instructing cadets with regards to water safety within units, as well as onboard the training ships Royalist, John Jerwood and Jack Petchey.

Solent University was so impressed with the training resources, that the dummy flares and animated assets have been included into all of its basic and advanced maritime survival courses, its offshore basic and refresher courses and used on a daily basis. Feedback is excellent from delegates who appreciate the ability to have up to date audio visual material and the ability to actually get 'hands on' replica items.

Plans are in place to incorporate the training animations into the class syllabus and used in presentations.

Whilst it is not possible to prepare for every eventuality on board, by offering in-depth and realistic training, they can train their staff to react in the most effective way possible.

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PERSONAL LOCATOR BEACON UPS CAPABILITIES McMurdo FastFind 220 and Kannad SafeLink Solo personal location beacons (PLB) can now operate on the Galileo Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) writes Dag Pike.

These PLBs are the world's first to utilise Galileo's capabilities and are the first in a series of new solutions coming from the EU-funded Helios project, led by Orolia, which was set up to utilise the power of Galileo. The launch of this advanced PLB follows approval from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission.

“We are proud of this achievement,” commented European GNSS Agency (GSA) Executive Director Carlo des Dorides. The fact that this is the world's first Galileo-enabled personal location beacon is a significant milestone. That it comes as a result of a Horizon 2020 project managed by the GSA makes it even more satisfying. The GSA actively supports beacon manufacturers in implementing Galileo differentiators into their products and we are delighted to see these efforts deliver tangible results,” Orolia multi-constellation capable beacons work with a wider range of satellites, offering increased coverage and supporting accelerated rescue in emergencies. Location

detection is more precise because the beacons receive coordinates from both Galileo and the GPS constellations The Galileo satellites make up part of the MEOSAR system, the next generation of the Cospas-Sarsat international Search and Rescue satellite system. The Galileo constellation now consists of 26 satellites out of the planned 30, with a target of 2020 for completion of the network. Although the Galileo system was down recently as far as position and timing were concerned it was reported that the search and rescue aspect satellite system continued to operate.

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8 These PLBs are the world's first to utilise Galileo's capabilities

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A new man overboard recovery system developed in Scotland is claimed to be one of easiest to use systems on the market today writes Dag Pike.

Quiksling has been 10 years in development with the system constantly being refined to improve its performance. The company claims that there are dozens of hidden details that make Quiksling the most highly developed MOB system on the market. It has been designed on the foundation of real life experience; 'every dimension is practical, every angle intentional, every load point tested and every consequence considered.' Construction is in a combination of aluminium, closed cell foam, threads, tapes, Velcro, ropes, glassfibre, neoprene, electronics and webbing, all installed in one compact container.

The unit is housed in a composite container that can be attached to railings of the superstructure and with a weight of only 3kg it is easy to throw while its soft surfaces reduce the risk of injury to the casualty in the water. The main frame of the unit is inflatable which creates a wide open loop for easy entry for the casualty even in rough seas and with the casualty wearing an inflated lifejacket. The minimal diameter buoyancy of the frame means that it can be easily flipped overhead for entry.

MOB RECOVERY SYSTEM WITH ‘EVERY CONSEQUENCE CONSIDERED’ 8 The casualty is captured by two slings, one a detachable chest sling and the other a leg sling formed by the floating frame

deckchair” posture for the hoist aboard, close to the recommended horizontal position. An additional handle on the frame assists the final haul on to deck for recovery.

The Quiksling incorporates a flashing beacon and reflective strips to aid location and recovery in darkness. The recovery rope attached to the sling is 40 metres long and is housed in a tangle free dispenser allowing free running.

The casualty is captured by two slings, one a detachable chest sling and the other a leg sling formed by the floating frame. By a natural reaction, the casualty's arms rise up and drape out over the frame which means that the rescuer can now snatch the tension-activated chest sling from its Velco mountings and capture the casualty. At this stage the frame provides flotation while the casualty is being drawn closer to the rescuer on board the vessel.

The double sling recovery of the casualty ensures that he/she is recovered in a safe “low

The double sling recovery of the casualty ensures that he/she is recovered in a safe “low deckchair” posture for the hoist aboard, close to the recommended horizontal position. An additional handle on the frame assists the final haul on to deck for recovery

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CONTAINER FIREFIGHTING BREAKTHROUGH A major shipping company will use a revolutionary new system for fighting container ship fires at height The globally exclusive HydroPen distributor and leading safety solutions expert, Viking Life-Saving Equipment, has announced the signing of a fleetwide contract with a major global container shipping operator to integrate the HydroPen System for container firefighting. Beyond the revolutionary system developed by Rosenby Engineering, the scope of supply also includes MED approved mobile water monitors, providing a further boost to the operators' onboard fire safety setup.

With the deal, the operators fleet becomes the first to enjoy all the benefits of the technologically forward HydroPen System, which enables crew to safely and efficiently tackle costly container fires at heights.

Typically, when container fires are at heights above the reach of the crew, they are fought indirectly by dowsing the burning container and its surroundings with water. This conventional method is ineffective, dangerous, and can destroy precious cargo. The intelligently designed HydroPen System, however, uses pressurized water to drill through container doors, before automatically switching to fire extinguishing mode - putting out the fire directly at its source.

Prior to full fleet integration, the customer has tested the HydroPen System thoroughly and was pleased with the results: The HydroPen System was found to be simple, efficient and flexible to use for both elevated containers and containers in cargo holds using the HydroLock accessory. It only requires one person to use the system, which frees up other personnel for other important tasks during an emergency.

Lasse Boesen, Global Manager Trade at Viking expected such an assessment: “This reflects a lot of the positive feedback the company has gained after performing tests with some of the world's largest container ship owners.”

Training to use the HydroPen is described as 'minimal'. Crew

only need to hoist the HydroPen drilling unit to the doors of the burning container using the telescopic lift supplied with the system. The drilling and extinguishing process is then carried out automatically and with minimum risk to the crew.

The HydroPen System is able to spray water, foam and even CO2 into containers - depending on the fire type. What's more, the system only requires a ship's existing fire hoses and water pressure to function.

8 HydroPen System uses pressurized water to drill through container doors

Rescue guidance bridges training gap New guidance on lifeboat and rescue boat operations aims to fill the gap between training and reality by providing potentially lifesaving insights into the realities of handling a lifeboat, MOB boat or fast rescue boat in all conditions.

'Driving Lifeboats and Rescue Boats', written by expert navigator Dag Pike and published by The Nautical Institute, explains boarding preparations, leaving the ship's side and how to handle small craft in following seas, beam seas, head seas, fog, ice and darkness.

“There is no easy way to abandon ship,” writes Mr Pike, a Maritime Journal contributor.

The author is one of the most experienced navigators in the world and speaks from experience, having been shipwrecked twice in the Atlantic.

Even when rescue is at hand the boat's crew will need to transfer passengers to the ship. Mr Pike highlights how the task is made harder by the unsatisfactory design of many modern lifesaving craft.

He also discusses the different driving techniques needed for the fast boats used to rescue people in the water and to tow liferafts.

The book, a sequel to 2017's 'Launch and Recovery of Boats from Ships', is illustrated with numerous photographs and clear diagrams.

Mr Pike has vast experience on the subject of handling small craft in emergencies and challenging conditions. After serving as Captain of Trinity House lighthouse tenders, he went on to become an Inspector of Lifeboats with the UK's Royal National Lifeboat Institution and was responsible for around 50 lifeboat stations.

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8 'Driving Lifeboats and Rescue Boats' is written by Maritime Journal contributor Dag Pike

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STEM SUBS FOR SCOTTISH SCHOOLS A new STEM initiative challenging school students to build and control an underwater vehicle has been launched in Stirling, Scotland SUBS in Schools is being introduced into 15 Scottish schools

by Engineering in Motion (EIM), a leading global education programme provider, with the Royal Navy as lead supporter.

The programme will be managed in partnership with ESP, a Stirling based MOD STEM partner.

SUBS in Schools is a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) learning programme where students have the opportunity to learn about complex engineering systems while building a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). In the challenge, the vehicle needs to complete a series of underwater tests including a speed trial, object retrieval and an obstacle course.

The launch event showcased SUBS in Schools, introducing the concept to teachers and industry from across Scotland. The schools selected to participate in the pilot were given starter kits and learned more about the programme with a demonstration of a ROV. Students from the schools also attended the event and were given the opportunity to take control of the ROV. The programme invites school teams to compete for the SUBS in Schools Scottish Champions' title, with the students' work judged by a panel of industry experts. Alongside the practical work of building the vehicle, students need to document their work, prepare a presentation and share their engineering knowledge with the judging panel. This cross-curricular initiative is designed to inspire passion for STEM and marine engineering, highlighting career relevance and encouraging students to consider a STEM related career pathway.

8 In the challenge, the vehicle needs to complete a series of underwater tests

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Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman, Engineering in Motion said, “We're delighted to be launching SUBS in Schools in Scotland and we look forward to building this challenge into a nationwide success, inspiring and engaging with students to showcase the exciting opportunities of a STEM career.

"SUBS in Schools has been a great success with students in Australia so we're excited to be introducing it into the UK and building on their experience to give our students the chance to dive into the world of underwater technology and marine engineering.”

Rear Admiral John Weale CB OBE, Flag Officer Scotland & Northern Ireland, said: “For over one-hundred years the Royal Navy have been pioneers, developers and leaders of submersible technology. The underwater environment is a unique and fascinating space, and one which it would not be possible to operate in if it were not for the challenges overcome by those in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

“I am delighted that the Royal Navy is supporting the SUBS in Schools programme and that students in Scottish schools will have this amazing opportunity to develop STEM skills. By working together in small teams, the participants will also gain valuable experience in project management, design, analysis and hands-on manufacturing, as well as valuable work-place skills which will serve them well.

Scotland has a long and proud history of engineering and STEM. Hopefully, through projects such as this, that connection will continue far into the future.”

SUBS in Schools has a roster of partners including lead supporter, the Royal Navy and official supporters ESP, EIM, The Institution of Engineering and Technology, Denford, IMarEST, Seafarers UK, UCL Mechanical Engineering, Qinetiq and Sea Cadets.

8 SUBS in Schools launch event, Stirling

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The three new products are tailored for specific defence and commercial applications and expand the use cases for the SwarmDiver family of products.

The SwarmDiver STEALTH line is intended for use in covert defence operations. This line of vehicles features a ruggedized exterior coating over a specialty graphic camouflage paint, a low-noise emitting motor, and no visible vehicle status lights to deliver a stealthy mission capability for SwarmDiver STEALTH to transit through littoral, harbour, and other challenging zones where avoidance of adversary detection is critical.

Aquabotix created the STEALTH model to address military end-user and large defence company demand for a highly effective means of covertly collecting intelligence and transferring data in littoral environments where enemies are continuously monitoring activity through the use of acoustic sensors, electromagnetic spectrum monitoring, and visual detection. Beyond collecting intel, the STEALTH line can be used to securely transfer data between two points without the risk of interception posed by wireless transfer methods.

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Vessel operators will benefit from a powerful, multi-layered endpoint security solution, Fleet Secure Endpoint, which is based on industry leading technology from ESET, a world leader in digital security, and powered by

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Port-IT and protects desktop computers and other systems connected to a vessel's network.

Fleet Secure Endpoint has been developed to remove infections and thwart hackers before damage occurs to onboard endpoints and connected systems. The solution will be available for commercial use from January 2019 and is compatible across Inmarsat's maritime portfolio of services, including Fleet Xpress, FleetBroadband and Fleet One.

It also complements the resilience of Inmarsat's own satellite and ground network enabling consistent cybersecurity standards to be maintained.

Inmarsat has also launched a training app for mobile devices, Fleet Secure Cyber Awareness. This enables seafarers to educate themselves on the tactics that cyber criminals might employ in attempting to infiltrate a company's IT infrastructure.

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NORTHWESTER 2 CONSTRUCTION WORKS BEGIN Construction works for a seventh offshore wind farm off the Belgian coast have started with offshore seabed preparation works commenced Developer Parkwind and marine contractor Jan De Nul Group have announced that they are underway with the 219 MW offshore wind farm Northwester 2.

The Northwester 2 wind farm will count 23 V164-9.5MW MHI Vestas Offshore Wind turbines and will be the first project to ever install this model. The turbines on monopile foundations will link through an offshore high voltage station to Elia's Offshore Switch Yard (OSY) to export its electricity. As of 2020, the Northwester 2 wind farm will power approximately 220,000 households in Belgium.

The Northwester 2 project will introduce a new design for the external access platforms on the foundations: the box platform.

The platform has an innovative design developed and patented

by Parkwind that consists only of steel plate material.

A full year of preparation is now coming to an end with the start of the construction phase. With the installation vessel Vole au Vent returned to Ostend, Jan De Nul is now ready to commence the installation of the foundations for the Northwester 2 wind farm Peter Caluwaerts, Project Director Northwester 2 at Parkwind states: “At Parkwind, we continuously look for optimizations and cost-effective solutions while developing offshore wind farms.

The box platform is a showcase of this attitude. Indeed, this innovative design reduces the overall cost of the foundation fabrication by introducing ship building techniques in the fabrication process. Moreover, the box platform simplifies and reduces offshore maintenance activities over the lifetime of the windfarm. It is great to see the initial ideas now coming to life at the start of the offshore construction works.”

Jan De Nul Group has just finished the offshore scour protection works on the different wind turbine locations. At each location, Jan De Nul Group's subsea rock installation vessel Simon Stevin has installed a 32m diameter wide and 700mm thick rock layer to stabilize the seabed around the foundation.

Jan De Nul Group is now gearing up to install the first foundation.

The monopile foundations for the wind turbines will be hammered directly through the rock layer into the seabed.

Stan Logghe, Senior Project Manager Northwester 2 at Jan De Nul Group, confirms: “A full year of preparation is now coming to an end with the start of the construction phase. With the installation vessel Vole au Vent returned to Ostend, Jan De Nul is now ready to commence the installation of the foundations for the Northwester 2 wind farm.”

Jan De Nul Group equipped its Vole au Vent with the most advanced monopile gripper to date, delivered by Huisman. The monopile gripper has a modular, tailor-made design and is unique in its capacity and versatility. The gripper allows use on a wide range of projects already under construction, but also in the future for which the specifications are yet to be determined. Jan De Nul Group will deploy this most advanced gripper for the first time on the Northwester 2 project.

8 Jan De Nul Group equipped its Vole au Vent with the most advanced monopile gripper to date, delivered by Huisman

Crane boom extension A configurable crane boom extension that with a modular design will offer SAL Heavy Lift's clients unrivalled lifting height and applicability.

The so-called Fly-Jib is designed for the cranes of SAL's Type 183 vessels (MV Lone & MV Svenja) and can be installed to each of their main cranes' booms. MV Lone is the first vessel in the SAL fleet to proudly carry this exciting new piece of equipment.

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The new Fly-Jib which makes the crane hook towering some 70m high up in the air is a significant step forward for SAL in its heavy lift offering to clients in both offshore renewables and oil & gas markets.

With the much greater lifting height and further outreach, SAL's new Fly-Jib can meet clients demands when units become ever bigger and where one faces requirements to lift long components vertically - e.g. with offshore

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The Fly-Jib is designed to withstand the forces occurring during a sea voyage and can be installed using only the vessels' existing cranes.

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RENEWABLES ANCHOR COULD FIND USE IN AQUACULTURE A consortium in Scotland is developing a new rock anchoring technology for the aquaculture industry from technology used in tidal power and floating wind Sustainable Marine Energy Ltd, the tidal energy technology specialist; the University of Dundee; marine equipment supplier, Gael Force Group; and the Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) are exploring the development of a 'groutless' anchoring approach, derived from techniques currently used in highly energetic marine energy sites.

The technology could significantly support the aquaculture industry in finding ways to anchor farms in new locations. While concrete or steel anchors are suitable for existing sites, the technology will enhance the options available for high-energy locations, as well as those further from the shore, with solid rock on the seabed.

Focussed on reducing the cost, weight, and environmental impact of anchoring, the new approach will use much lighter anchors which form a mechanical ground lock without the need for resin or grout. The reduction in weight allows operators to use more modestly-sized, readily available vessels for deployment.

Using a remotely-operated drilling rig positioned from a workboat also enables operators to be more precise with installation in deep-water, high-energy sites. The use of lownoise rotational drilling would minimise disturbance to the marine ecosystem and damage to the seabed, while the anchors would be fully removable and potentially re-usable.

Focussed on reducing the cost, weight, and environmental impact of anchoring, the new approach will use much lighter anchors which form a mechanical ground lock without the need for resin or grout Michael Brown, Reader at the University of Dundee's Geotechnical Engineering Research Group, commented: “This type of anchor technology allows deployment in more energetic environments and in deeper water, with increased confidence with respect to performance on solid rock. The challenge from an engineering perspective is to develop an anchor that is efficient, easy to design and works in variety of rock types and rock mass conditions. While it is easy to design a heavy and expensive rock anchor that works well in all scenarios, we need to refine the anchoring system specifically for aquaculture application.

“To achieve this, we will use both scale-model testing and calibrated numerical simulation of the rock anchor systems under realistic operational conditions. This is a specialist area of expertise at the University of Dundee, currently being used to develop foundation and anchoring systems for tidal stream generators and future floating wind farms.”

Adoption of the technology would allow fish and shellfish farms to look at areas which are currently unsuitable for use.

Locating operations in deeper, higher energy waters could potentially help to reduce gill health issues among fish, the spreading of sea lice, and disease risk. It could also lead to an increase in the industry's capacity, by allowing the development of larger farms.

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Polly Douglas, Aquaculture Innovation Manager at SAIC, added: “This technology could prove a real breakthrough for aquaculture in Scotland, enhancing sustainability in the industry and unlocking some of its latent potential. If successful, the new anchoring technique would support the industry in meeting many of the Scottish Government's long-term ambitions for the sector, providing a sustainable foundation on which we can double the economic contribution and number of people employed in aquaculture between 2016 and 2030. It builds on many of our previous projects around the prevention of sea lice, gill health, and environmental impact by adopting approaches taken in other sectors and applying them to aquaculture.”

8 Adoption of the technology would allow fish and shellfish farms to look at areas which are currently unsuitable for use

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Air tugger winches, wire ropes, slings and shackles. New or reconditioned equipment available.

Fluidmecanica C/Coruña 37, P.O. Box 5220, 36.208 Vigo, Spain Tel: +34 986 21 33 29 Fax: +34 986 29 85 18 fluidmecanic@fluidmecanica.com www.fluidmecanica.com From 1977 we design, manufacture and install deck equipment. Towing winches (standard or escort), anchor windlasses, cranes, davits, thrusters, towing hooks, power packs and steering gears.

Lemans Nederland BV See under: Winches 8 Marine Equipment Services BV Hulsenboschstraat 23, Werkendam, 4251 LR Tel: +31 183 50 20 52 jvm@mestrading.com www.mestrading.com Deck Equipment. Deck Mooring Equipment, Swivelhead Fairleads, Universal Roller Fairleads, Capstans, MES Dolphin Anchors, Pneumatic Rubber Fenders, Winches, EU Rollers, Workboat Tomboy 26. A-frame.

Accommodation Units. Anchors.

Engines. Snatch Blocks. Marine Cranes.

Powerpacks. Smit Brackets. Panama Chocks. Snatch Blocks.

8 Sea Sure Clock Tower Works, Shore Road, Warsash, Southampton, Hampshire, SO319GQ Tel: +44 1489 885 401 Fax: +44 1489 885 402 sales@sea-sure.co.uk www.sea-sure.co.uk A UK based engineering company specialising in marine hardware for dinghies, yachts & Power craft. Sea Sure owns and manufactures brands such as SHOCK-WBV, Blakes, Taylors, LAVAC as well as distributing many other popular brands.

DESIGN 8 Island Computer Systems Ltd 41 Horsebridge Hill, Isle Of Wight, PO30 5TJ Tel: +44 1983 827 100 info@maxsurf.net www.maxsurf.net MAXSURF provides naval architects, surveyors, offshore engineers and shipbuilders with a complete range of software tools for all phases of the vessel design, analysis and construction process.

8 Southerly Designs 2 Carrol St, Port Denison, 6525 Tel: +61 899 272 750 info@southerly.com.au southerly.com.au Southerly Designs is a leading designer of high speed aluminium working vessels. Specialists in high and medium speed monohull vessels. Patrol and Military vessels. Pilot Launches. Fast fishing vessels. Utility vessels and work boats. Landing craft. Offshore support and crew boats. Over 600 vessels in service. southerly.com.au

DIESEL ENGINES & SPARES 8 Diesel Engines Online BV Augustapolder 11, 2992 SR Barendrecht Tel: +31 180 699 273 Fax: +31 180699 274 www.dieselenginesonline.com Diesel Engines Online B.V. is an independent supplier for Genuine Cummins spare parts and Cummins diesel engines.

8 Diesel Power Holland BV Oostelijke Randweg 18, M111 Industrial Estate Moerdijk, PO Box 2, Moerdjik, NL-4780 AA, The Netherlands Tel: +31 168 388 488 Fax: +31 168 329 620 info@dieselpowerholland.com www.dieselpowerholland.com Diesel Power Holland is a dynamic international operating company. We buy, overhaul and sell used engines, generator sets and Caterpillar parts for marine and industrial application.

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Macduff Diesels Ltd Old Gamrie Road, Macduff, Aberdeenshire, AB44 1QD Tel: +44 1261 831 122 Fax: +44 1261 831 133 macduffdieselsltd@hotmail.co.uk www.macduff-diesels-ltd.co.uk Macduff Diesels Ltd are authorised distributors of Mitsubishi marine diesel engines and generators throughout Scotland and we have more than 25 years' experience installing, servicing and maintaining engines and generators to the very highest of standards.

8 Mitchell Powersystems Unit 1 The Quadrangle, Abbey Park Ind Est, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 9AQ Tel: +44 1794 518 744 / +44 1623 550 550 Fax: +44 1794 518 766 sales@mitchells.co.uk www.mitchells.co.uk The largest Volvo Penta Centre in the UK, supported by nationally located branches and Dealer Network.

8 Premier Separator Services Limited Unit 1B, Lake Industrial Way, Newport Rd, Isle of Wight, PO36 9PL Tel: +44 2381 800 107 info@premiersepservices.com www.premiersepservices.com/ We offer our clients a one stop shop for Alfa Laval and Westfalia separators, plate heat exchanger spare parts and service. AQUA-ZORB water free cell – Removing water from your diesel, petrol, AVGAS, Hydraulic and petroleum tank by just inserting Aqua Zorb .

8 RK Marine Ltd Hamble River Boatyard, Bridge Road, Swanwick, Hampshire, SO31 7EB Tel: +44 1489 583 572 Fax: +44 1489 583 172 sales@rkmarine.co.uk www.rkmarine.co.uk RK Marine is the South Coast’s main Volvo Penta Centre. Specialists in supporting the commercial marine industry. Services include engine sales, repairs, overhauls, parts sales and boat yard services.

8 Volspec Ltd Woodrolfe Road, Tollesbury, Nr Maldon, Essex, CM9 8SE Tel: +44 1621 869 756 Fax: +44 1621 868 859 enquiries@volspec.co.uk www.volspec.co.uk Volspec Ltd the UK’s premier Volvo Penta Centre with the UK’s largest stock of genuine spare parts, engines and accessories for the marine, commercial and industrial markets. Competent factory trained workshop based or mobile engineers ready to assist whenever required to both UK and international customers. Our online web shop available for UK and many European markets at www.volvopenta.com/volspec/en-GB WKM Cornelisse Trading BV Leerbroekseweg 43, PO Box 146, Gorinchem, 4200 AC Tel: +31 345 517 122 Fax: +31 345 684 230 info@wkmcornelisse.com www.wkmcornelisse.com Replacement parts for Caterpillar, Cummins, Detroit Diesel, John Deere, Deutz, FP Diesel. Buying and selling engines, pumps, separators, fenders, winches, cranes, governors, tools, gensets second hand. Separators.

Distributors for J.A.McDermott Corp

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WaterMota Ltd See under: Propulsion Systems

DIESEL POWER & PROPULSION 8 Vulkan Industries Ltd Archer Rd/Armytage Road Ind Est, Brighouse, HD6 1XF Tel: +44 1484 712 273 www.vulkan.com/en-us/holding Vulkan group supplies mechanical power transmission components; air condition connections and castings on a global basis. Comprised of three divisions: Vulkan Couplings responsible for marine and generating applications, both on new build and aftermarket, Vulkan Drive Tech responsible for industrial applications and castings, Vulkan Lokring dealing in no leak aircon connectors, Vulkan Industries Ltd deals with the UK and Ireland.

DISTRESS SIGNALS & PYROTECHNICS 8 Dacon AS Gamle Ringeriksvei 6, Stabekk, Oslo, 1369 Tel: +47 21 063 510 rescue@dacon.no www.dacon.no/ Norway's leading supplier of lamps and portable lighting for professional use, transport boxes, portable fans, inspection equipment for visual condition control, man-overboard boarding systems etc.

8 WesCom Signal & Rescue Langstone Technology Park, Langstone Road, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 1SA Tel: +44 2392 415 700 Fax: +44 2392 415 701 info@wescomsignal.com www.wescomsignal.com/ The world’s leading manufacturer of Pains Wessex & Comet SOLAS approved pyrotechnic marine distress signals.

Products are available in all major ports through our global distribution network.

DIVING & MARINE CONTRACTORS Medway Diving Contractors Ltd 215 City Way, Rochester, Kent, ME1 2TL Tel: +44 1634 829 818 Fax: +44 1634 408 195 meddive@aol.com www.medwaydiving.co.uk Established over 31 years 24hr service. All aspects of underwater work and inspection BS EN ISO 9001:2000 approved Bureau Veritas Classification. Approved UK and Worldwide service to 50 metres. Full range of equipment. ADC Member.

8 Northern Divers (Eng) Ltd Oslo Road, Sutton Fields Industrial Estate, Hull, Yorkshire, HU7 0YN Tel: +44 1482 227 276 Fax: +44 1482 215 712 contact@northerndivers.co.uk www.northerndivers.co.uk Established in 1963 we are one of the leading diving contractors in the UK with divers and management experienced in all aspects of underwater work to a maximum depth of 50 metres. We can offer a full complement of diving equipment and a various range of marine craft to cover your requirements.

8 Quest Underwater Services Ltd Ferryman’s Way, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9YU Tel: +44 1929 405 029 Fax: +44 1929 405 472 info@questmarine.co.uk www.questmarine.co.uk Diving and marine contractors.

Full civils underwater package withal boats, plant and equipment in -house.

Specialist in mooring work, salvage and use of explosive, welding and burning.

24-hour availability, over 30 years of experience.

8 Sub Marine Services Ltd The Docks, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 4NR Tel: +44 1326 211 517 Fax: +44 1326 211 757 sms@submarinesevices.com www.submarineservices.com Underwater engineers and marine contractors. Full classification society approvals for in-water ship hull survey and maintenance. Range of floating plant for dredging, piling and marine civils. 30 years’ experience.

DREDGING BP Norse Marine (UK) Cleverley Cottage, Bishops Waltham, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 1FX Tel: +44 1489 890 031 Fax: +44 1489 890 031 jan@bpnorsemarine.co.uk www.bpnorsemarine.co.uk Coastal towing, tug with 12 tonne BP, 160 cubic meters Hopper Barge, 16x8m Crane barge/dredger - Barge Norse 2, silt disposal, quayside maintenance & fendering, and fully crewed deliveries.

Based in the Solent area, with 25 years’ experience in the marine industry.

8 Dredging International NV Scheldedijk 30, Haven 1025, Zwijndrecht, B-2070 Tel: +32 325 052 11 Fax: +32 325 056 50 info.dredging@deme-group.com www.deme-group.com/dredging Dredging, land reclamation, port construction, offshore construction and installation services, environmental techniques, marine aggregates, coastal civil structures, wind farms, foundations and quay wall rehabilitation.

8 Jenkins Marine New Harbour Road West, Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset, BH15 4AJ Tel: +44 1202 668 558 Fax: +44 1202 669 209 office@jenkinsmarine.co.uk www.jenkinsmarine.co.uk Dredging contractors, owners and operators of self-propelled dredge pontoons, split hopper barges, Workboats, tugs and flat deck barges (available with spud legs) 8 Rohde Nielsen A/S Forge Meadow, London Street, Whissonsett, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5ST Tel: +44 1328 701 300 Fax: +44 1328 701 590 mail@rohde-nielsen.dk www.rohde-nielsen.dk Specialising in capital and maintenance dredging, land reclamation and coast protection. As Scandinavia's largest dredging contractor, we thrive on low cost timely and efficient solutions.

8 UK Dredging Queen Alexandra House, Cargo Road, Cardiff, Glamorgan, CF10 4LY Tel: +44 2920 835 200 Fax: +44 2920 835 216 ukd@abports.co.uk www.ukdredging.co.uk UK leader offers efficient solutions to dredging requirements throughout Europe. Modern vessels feature latest technology, in-dock dredging maintenance, capital works, buoy lifting and hydrographic/land surveys.

Van Oord UK Ltd Bankside house, Henfield Road, Small Dole, West Sussex, BN5 9XQ Tel: +44 1273 494 843 infogb@vanoord.com www.vanoord.com Van Oord is one of the UK’s leading dredging and marine contractors.

We offer pioneering solutions to marine challenges specialising in dredging, land reclamation and port developments.

Wyre Marine Services PO Box 555, Fleetwood, Lancashire, FY7 6GE Tel: +44 7712 200 200 info@wyremarine.co.uk www.wyremarine.co.uk Grab hopper dredgers. Water injection dredger. Ideal for marinas. Ploughing/bed levelling etc. Road transportable workboats and safety boats for marine construction and dredge support

DREDGING EQUIPMENT 8 Baars Confloat B.V./ Baars Charter Rivierdijk 276, PO Box 70, Sliedrecht, 3360 AB Tel: +31 184 415566 Fax: +31 184 411227 rental@baarsbv.com www.baarsbv.com Hire and Sale on a wide range of dismountable split and hopper barges.

See Baars Confloat BV at Pontoons and or Modular Pontoon Systems 8 Damen Dredging Equipment PO Box 1021, 3860 BA Nijkerk, Netherlands Tel: +31 332 474 040 Fax: +31 332 474 060 contact.dde@damen.com www.damendredging.com Dredger Builders, cutter suction dredgers, trailing pipe systems, DOP submersible dredge pumps and dredging components, partly deliverable from stock and all designed to withstand the harsh dredging environment.

Neptune Shipyards BV See under: Workboat Builders 8 Seadrec Ltd Blackhall House, Blackhall Lane, PO Box 45, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA1 1HH www.lobnitz.com/sdabout.html We specialise in dredge and associated ship construction based on over 150 years of experience in designing and supplying all types of dredges, dredging systems and components to the Civil Dredging Industry, e.g. Port Authorities, Dredging Contractors & Marine Aggregate Producers.

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8 Vosta LMG Dredging Technology PO Box 37194, Amsterdam, 1030 AD Tel: +31 204 936 666 Fax: +31 204 936 670 info@vostalmg.com www.vostalmg.com Vosta LMG is specialized in the design and delivery of a wide range of dredging-related components, which include highly innovative solutions with unmatched advantages in terms of wear, flow performance, efficiency, safety and environmental impact.

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS & REPAIRS Neyland Marine Services Limited Unit 52, Honeyborough Business Park, Neyland, Pembrokeshire, SA73 1SE Tel: +44 1646 600 358 Fax: +44 1646 600 323 neylandmarine@aol.com www.neylandmarine.co.uk Fault finding, repairs and servicing and all electrical and electronic equipment, communication and navigation systems, motor servicing, windlasses, winches, switchboard and generator specialists, circuit breaker (primary and secondary injection testing), full thermal imaging analysis and reports.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 8 Datum electronics Castle Street, East Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO32 6EZ Tel: +44 1983 282 834 web@datum-electronics.co.uk datum-electronics.co.uk Datum Electronics is a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of shaft power measurement solutions and torque measurement devices.

ELECTRONICS Neyland Marine Services Limited See under: Electrical installations & repairs 8 Ships Electronic Services Ltd Unit 49, Riverside 11, Sir Thomas Longley Road, Medway City Estate, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4DP. Tel: +44 1634 295 500 Fax: +44 1634 295 536 sales@ses-marine.com www.ses-marine.com A market leader with 35 years’ experience in supplying, installing and maintaining maritime communication and navigation electronics, operating from six strategic sites in the UK.

EXHAUST SYSTEMS Halyard 86 Cobham Road, Ferndown Industrial Est, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 7PQ Tel: +44 1722 710 922 technical@halyard.eu.com www.halyard.eu.com UK based exhaust system, noise and vibration control and filtration specialist. halyard designs manufactures and distributes high quality, technically advanced exhaust system and other engine room noise and vibration control equipment. Halyard offers solutions including a standard range of composite silencers, seperators, GRP tubes & shapes, rubber and silicone hose, bellows & shapes and clamps through to sophisticated, bespoke exhaust systems including DPF and SCR after treatment solutions

FENDERS / FENDERING

FINANCE

Battley Marine Ltd East End House, Billingford, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 4RD Tel: +44 1362 668 641 Fax: +44 1362 668 930 battleymarine@gmail.com www.battleymarine.com Fenders - New and second-hand: all types. Pneumatic (to ISO 17357), Foam, Rubber & Plastic.

First Yokohama approved fender repair company worldwide in 1976.

Inspection, refurbishment, renetting services also available (no fix, no fee).

Batmar Super Sliding Fender (HDPE): the recycled plastic alternative to timber.

Pneumatic and Foam fenders available for Hire at competitive rates – all sizes.

ISO 9001:2008 certified.

Close Brothers Limited T/A Close Brothers Aviation and Marine Wimbledon Bridge House, 1 Hartfield Rd, London, SW19 3RU, United Kingdom Tel: +44 2036 425 907 info@closeaviationandmarine.co.uk www.closemarine.co.uk Our team of marine specialists provide specialist finance for leisure motorboats and yachts, superyachts and a range of commercial vessels. They use their extensive knowledge and expertise to support customers in fully understanding the processes and costs involved with ownership, along with creating bespoke finance packages to meet their individual requirements.

8 Dunlop GRG Holdings Limited Trelleborg Applied Technologies, Eagle Way, Rochdale, Manchester Tel: +44 1616 535 964 ray.jeffries@trelleborg.com www.trelleborg.com Dunlop GRG manufactures a comprehensive range of low pressure fenders for berthing and mooring, anti-boat barrier systems specifically designed for each installation and dracone barges for the transportation of bulk liquids including fuel and crude oil.

8 Fender Innovations Westrak 240, 1771 SV Wieringerwerf Tel: +31 223 764 170 info@fenderinnovations.nl www.fenderinnovations.nl Tailor designed and produced Fender Systems specifically adapted to the field of operation.

Shared properties of the systems are a minimal weight and long lasting durability. Various mounting options. For almost every application such as: tenders, fast rescue, research and survey, wind farm support Vessels, heavy duty ribs, superyacht tenders, unmanned marine systems 8 FenderTec Ketelweg 39, Central Office, Papendrecht, 3356LD Tel: +44 2381 680 297 / +31 854 010 070 info@fendertec.com www.fendertec.com 50 years producing and supplying fenders for protection of ports, pontoons, tug and workboats etc.

Wide variety of European quality rubber fenders short delivery times, large stock and service locations.

8 Manuplas Unit 18 Estover Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 7PY Tel: +44 1752 771 740 sales@manuplas.co.uk www.manuplas.co.uk Manuplas design and manufacture vessel fendering, quayside fenders, navigation buoys, mooring buoys and subsea buoys.

Manuplas supply to ports, harbours, navies, boat builders and operators and the offshore energy market.

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8 Shawbrook Bank Prospero, 73 London Road, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 1LQ Tel: +44 7789 685 357 / +44 7799 134 682 paul.ratcliffe@shawbrook.co.uk Specialist marine finance provider for UK based SME companies. Marine mortgages available for workboats, WFSV’s, tugs, barges, dredgers, ferries, Thames river craft, hire fleets, coastal ships and other commercial vessels.

FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEMS 8 Aksis Fire - Marine Fire Protection Deri O.S.B. Kazlıçeşme Cad. No: 5 Çarşı, Kompleksi Kat : 1 No : 23, Tuzla Deri Sanayi, Tuzla / Istanbul, 34956 Tel: +90 216 306 82 16 Fax: +90 216 504 06 35 aksisfire@aksisfire.com.tr www.aksisfire.com.tr/ Aksis formed by engineers who have extensive proven experience since 1994 in fixed based internal and external fire protection systems in the Marine and Offshore Industries, including Oil/Chemical Tankers, Cargo Vessels, Offshore Vessels, Fishing Vessels, Fi-Fi Tugs and Luxury Boats. We are proud to announce that we have delivered 1000 Fire Extinguishing Systems to 475 ships by 2017.

8 Marine Fire Safety Limited Hays Bridge Business Centre, Brickhouse Lane, Godstone, Surrey, RH9 8JW Tel: +44 1342 844 379 Fax: +44 1342 843 172 info@marinefiresafety.co.uk www.marinefiresafety.co.uk Marine Fire Safety are the UK and Europe’s No1 supplier of Marine Approved Stat-X Aerosol Fire Suppression Systems. We offer Supply, Installation and Maintenance for protecting engine rooms and machinery spaces using Stat-X, CO2, FM200 and Novec. We also do Nobel K Galley Systems, Portable Fire Extinguishers, Fire Blankets, Hoses, Connections and Nozzles. All at competitive prices.

FIRE PROTECTION 8 Global Insulation (European) Ltd Unit 84, Station Road, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 0EL Tel: +44 2392 462 113 globalinsulate@btconnect.com www.globalinsulation.co.uk Suppliers and Installers of Thermal and Fire Insulation on Aluminium & Steel Structures. 20 years, involvement in marine projects for thermal, acoustic and passive fire protection to many prestigeous vessels.

8 Marinex Fire Protection Benllech, Anglesey, Wales, LL74 8NS Tel: +44 1248 851 000 Fax: +44 1248 852 809 marinexinfo@marinexfire.co.uk www.marinexfire.co.uk Classification Society standards for fire alarm systems, fire extinguishing systems and marine equipment servicing. Supply install and service of fire detection systems. Fire suppression / extinguishing via Stat-X, CO2, Fog and Novec. Manufacturers of MCA approved fire warning and detection systems.

GALLEY AND LAUNDRY EQUIPMENT 8 Angel Marine Limited Unit 013 Solent Business Centre, Millbrook Road West, Southampton, SO15 0HW Tel: +44 2380 700 246 sales@angelmarine.co.uk www.angelmarine.co.uk Source/supply catering, laundry and other spares for commercial and marine use.

GENERATORS, GEN SETS & AUXILIARIES 8 Sulzer Electro Mechanical Services (UK) Ltd Southampton Service Center, Centurion Industrial Park, Bitterne Road West, Southampton, SO18 1ZA Tel: +44 2380 631 611 service.uk@sulzer.com www.sulzer.com Sulzer is one of the leading independent electromechanical maintenance providers and repairers of all types of motor, generator and their auxiliary equipment. When pumps, turbines, compressors, generators, and motors are essential to operations, we offer technically advanced and innovative solutions. We support you by delivering specialized services for vessels in dock or at sea. A full range of services are available from our UK based hub in Southampton, or from any one of our global electromechanical facilities.

8 Atlantis Marine Power Limited Western Wood Way, Langage Science Park, Plympton, Plymouth, Devon, PL7 5BG Tel: +44 1752 208 810 sales@atlantismarine.com www.atlantismarine.co.uk/ UK distributors for Kohler generators from 5 to 500 kw prime power. Kohler’s patented P-Gen load share system facilitates smaller generators increasing redundancy and reducing fuel consumption.

Diesel Power Holland BV Oostelijke Randweg 18, M111 Industrial Estate Moerdijk, PO Box 2, Moerdjik, NL-4780 AA, The Netherlands Tel: +31 168 388 488 Fax: +31 168 329 620 info@dieselpowerholland.com www.dieselpowerholland.com Sale/Purchase of: Engines (marine, industrial), Generator sets (open containerised), Generator ends only, Marine transmissions, Marine auxiliaries, Marine propulsion, Caterpillar parts, MaK parts. Many brands, types, ratings.

Equipment is Used/ Reconditioned/ Unused (Caterpillar specialist).

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WaterMota Ltd See under: Propulsion Systems Webasto Webasto House, White Rose Way, Doncaster Carr, South Yorkshire, DN4 5JH Tel: +44 1302 322 232 Fax: +44 1302 322 231 info-uk@webasto.com www.webasto.co.uk Webasto offers robust heating and air conditioning solutions for retrofitting or as original equipment. they do this for any type of commercial boat, patrol craft, cargo vessel, passenger boat or naval vessel. We are also now the sole distributor of WhisperPower in the UK.

HEAT EXCHANGERS & MARINE TUBING EJ Bowman (Birmingham) Ltd Chester Street, Aston, Birmingham, B6 4AP Tel: +44 1213 595 401 Fax: +44 1213 597 495 info@ejbowman.co.uk www.ejbowman.co.uk E J Bowman is a leading manufacturer of heat exchangers for a wide range of marine cooling applications. The product range includes heat exchangers, oil coolers and charge air coolers for marine engines, gearboxes, thrusters, stabilisers, power steering, generators, hydraulic power packs, winches and other deck equipment.

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING Krueger Ltd Krueger House, Queensway, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 5NN Tel: +44 1425 619 869 Fax: +44 1425 638 640 info@krueger.co.uk www.krueger.co.uk Est 1979, Krueger design, supply and install heating systems, airconditioning and seating to all types of commercial vessels complying with DNV, Lloyds, Rena and MCA for in build or retrofit.

8 Webasto Webasto House, White Rose Way, Doncaster Carr, South Yorkshire, DN4 5JH Tel: +44 1302 322 232 Fax: +44 1302 322 231 info-uk@webasto.com www.webasto.co.uk Webasto offers robust heating and air conditioning solutions for retrofitting or as original equipment. they do this for any type of commercial boat, patrol craft, cargo vessel, passenger boat or naval vessel. We are also now the sole distributor of WhisperPower in the UK.

HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS & SYSTEMS 8 Advanced Component Technology Ltd Unit 4, Ryefield Way, Silsden, Yorkshire, BD20 0EF Tel: +44 1535 650 010 Fax: +44 1535 657 674 sales@adcomtec.co.uk www.adcomtec.co.uk ACT are the UK hub distribution centre for Kawasaki hydraulic products, a full range of Staffa motors, Kawasaki pumps, Staffa brakes, Staffa gearboxes are stocked in our new purpose built warehouse.

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8 Hydraflow Hydraulics Unit 4A, Eastbank Road, Felnex Ind. Estate, Newport, NP19 4PP Tel: +44 1633 270 150 Fax: +44 1633 280 007 Sales@hydraflowuk.co.uk www.hydraflowhydraulics.com/ We have the experience and knowledge to become a valuable partner to either manufacture or service your cylinders.

We also offer support with hydraulic power pack servicing, system improvement along with individual component supply.

Hydraflow specialize in the refurbishment and manufacture of stainless-steel cylinders for specific applications and also have the capabilities to refurbish lock and sluice gates.

INSURANCE SERVICES Bishop Skinner Marine 12 Hoffmanns Way, Chelmsford, CM1 1GU Tel: +44 1245 291 167 Neil.Tuvey@jelf.com www.bishopskinner.com/marinebusiness-insurance/ Delivering expert advice and innovative solutions to the marine trades sector including commercial workboats, passenger craft, boat yards, boat builders and repairers. Please contact us to discuss your needs.

Knighthood Corporate Assurance Services Ltd Knighthood House, Imberhorne Lane, East Grinstead, Sussex, RH19 1LB Tel: +44 1342 327 111 Fax: +44 1342 319 575 enquiries@knighthoodcorporate.com www.knighthoodcorporate.com Leading specialist Marine Underwriting Agents & Insurance Brokers to the maritime industry, offering a range of bespoke insurance policies for commercial passenger craft, tugs, workboats and marine service operators throughout the UK and Europe

JACK-UP BARGES Fastnet Shipping Ltd See under: Workboats

LIFE SAVING EQUIPMENT Adec Marine Limited 4 Masons Avenue, Croydon, Surrey, CR0 9XS Tel: +44 2086 869 717 Fax: +44 2086 809 912 sales@adecmarine.co.uk www.adecmarine.co.uk Servicing and hire of liferafts, boats and lifejackets. Sales of a complete range of marine safety and firefighting equipment to Solas and Med. Jo Bird & Co Ltd Factory Lane, Basonbridge, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 4RN Tel: +44 1278 785 546 Fax: +44 1278 780 541 info@jobird.co.uk www.jobird.co.uk Manufacturer of high quality Lloyds and ABS approved cabinets for the storage of on board safety equipment. They are designed to provide long term effective protection in all marine environments.

8 Pinpoint Electronics Ltd Unit 4, Woodbury Business Park, Woodbury, Exeter Devon, EX5 1AY Tel: +44 7421 995 939 sally.dale@pinpointelectronics.com www.pinpointelectronics.com Pinpoint Electronics was established to distribute 'new and innovative' navigation, radio tracking and marine safety equipment.

United Moulders Ltd Trading Estate, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 9NY Tel: +44 1252 738 221 www.UML.co.uk The UML range of ISO:12402-7 approved Lifejacket Inflation Systems and SOLAS approved SeaFlash Lifejacket Lights are used extensively in the leisure, commercial and military sectors throughout Europe, Scandinavia and Asia Pacific.

LIFERAFTS 8 Marine Fire Safety Limited Hays Bridge Business Centre, Brickhouse Lane, Godstone, Surrey, RH9 8JW Tel: +44 1342 844 379 Fax: +44 1342 843 172 info@marinefiresafety.co.uk www.marinefiresafety.co.uk Marine Fire Safety are UK distributors for CSM liferafts. Offering Hire, Supply and Maintenance throughout the UK. ISO and Solas Shipswheel marked liferafts available to suit all small commercial vessels.

LIFTING GEAR 8 DAS Hydraulic Service Ltd 20 Tennyson Street, West Yorkshire, Pudsey, LS28 9HA Tel: +44 7515 526 841 dave@dashydraulics.co.uk www.dashydraulics.co.uk/ DAS Hydraulic Service Ltd offers service and repair of your hydraulic system and components plus maintenance contracts and commissioning.

MAN OVERBOARD RETRIEVAL SYSTEMS Energy Marine (International) Ltd 12 Clipstone Brook Ind Estate, Cherrycourt Way, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 4TX Tel: +44 1525 851 234 Fax: +44 1525 852 345 info@engmar.com www.engmar.com The UK importers and distributors of the Markusnet MOB retrieval systems manufactured by Markus Lifenet in Iceland and applicable for all types of boats, ships and offshore installations.

8 I.C.Brindle & Co Ltd 15 Moor Road, Broadstone, Dorset, BH18 8AZ Tel: +44 1202 657814 info@icbrindle.com www.icbrindle.com I.C.Brindle & Co Ltd, specialise in man overboard, lifesaving equipment and waterside safety for the commercial shipping industry as well as being one of the leading publishers of Maritime training publications

MARINE CIVILS 8 Walcon Marine Cockerell Close, Segensworth West, Fareham, Hampshire, PO15 5SR Tel: +44 1489 579 977 Fax: +44 1489 579 988 sales@walconmarine.com www.walconmarine.com Walcon Marine is a market leader providing quality design, products, construction and installation of yacht harbours and berthing facilities worldwide together with a first class service to its customers.

MARINE CONSTRUCTION 8 JD Marine & Sons Ltd Lock Head, Kings Dock, Swansea, SA1 1QR Tel: +44 1792 457 174 enquires@jdmarineandsons.com www.jdmarineandsons.com/ JD Marine operate a fleet of vessels from a strategic position covering the UK. With many years’ experience in the marine sector and a highly skilled workforce enable JDM to provide a diverse range of services from inland waterway work, jetty/pier construction & repairs, marine civils & vessel hire.

8 Land & Water Group Ltd Weston Yard, Albury, Surrey, GU5 9AF Tel: +44 8442 251 958 Fax: +44 8448 751 261 enquiries@land-water.co.uk www.land-water.co.uk With forty years’ experience, we bring reassurance, innovation, inspiration and future-proof results to projects in the sensitive habitats where land and water meet.

Medtow Marine Ltd Kent, TN15 0NG Tel: +44 7831 168 996 Fax: +44 1732 761 957 medtowmarine@yahoo.co.uk Piling, jetty maintenance/demolition, floating crane hire, tugs, workboats, lighter hire, pontoon hire, welding, river transportation of materials and equipment, licensed Boatmasters watermen and lightermen.

8 TMS (Teignmouth Maritime Services Ltd) Unit 22B Dawlish Business Park, Exeter Road, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 0NH Tel: +44 1626 866 066 Fax: +44 1626 864 288 info@tmsmaritime.co.uk www.tmsmaritime.co.uk TMS Ltd have many years of expertise in Marine and Civil Engineering.

We operate throughout UK and Europe, where we utilise our unrivalled abilities and professionalism to successfully complete marine and civil engineering projects.

8 Van De Grijp Buizen (Pipes & Parts) BV Rietgorsweg 11, PO Box 72, Papendrecht, 3350 AB Tel: +31 786 446 464 Fax: +31 786 446 465 sales@vandegrijp.com www.vandegrijp.com VandeGrijp is an independent company specialized in production of steel tubes, piles and tubular constructions made to customer’s specifications.

VandeGrijp excels in production of heavy steel constructions.

MARINE RENEWABLES Marinetech 34 Burgess Close, Minster, Ramsgate, Kent Tel: +44 7816 468 210 perbill7810@gmail.com Hands-on practical experience of coastal, Tidal, shallow draught marine civils. method feasibility studies and recommendations, cable route planning and landfall, fisheries consultation and representation.

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INDUSTRY DATABASE

8 Outreach Ltd Abbots Road, Middlefield Industrial Estate, Falkirk, FK2 9AR Tel: +44 1324 889 000 Fax: +44 1324 888 901 mailbox@outreach.plc.uk www.outreach.plc.uk We provide versatile hydraulic lifting equipment solutions for offshore platforms, wind energy installations, shipbuilding and marine sectors.

Offering comprehensive offshore and onshore service support, the provision of original OEM parts, global maintenance and inspection, as well as operator training.

MARINE SURVEYORS Associated Maritime Consultants 63 Rufus Gardens, West Totton, Southampton, Hampshire, SO40 8TB Tel: +44 2380 873 295 Fax: +44 2380 768 529 surveys@amcsurvey.co.uk www.amcsurvey.co.uk Consulting Marine Surveyors and Dredging Engineers offering a full range of Hull, Machinery and on/off hire surveys, Valuations of vessels, specialists in the Towage/Stowage Certificates in both Commercial and Insurance fields of floating and land based Contractors plant.

Approved examiners for the Scms Certifying Authority for small commercial vessels under 24m length. Surveyors at Southampton, Liverpool and Rotterdam.

Yacht Designers & Surveyors Association The Glass Works, Penns Road, Petersfield, GU32 2EW Tel: +44 1730 710 425 Fax: +44 1730 710 423 jane@ybdsa.co.uk www.ydsa.co.uk YDSA (Yacht Designers & Surveyors Association) Members provide design and surveying services to all recreational boats and small commercial vessels. YDSA has been setting the standard in Yacht Surveying and Design since 1912 and every member is a Qualified, Experienced Professional. So, for Pre-purchase, Insurance, Damage, Refit, Registration, MCA Coding, or Valuation Surveys look for the YDSA logo to ensure you get professional advice from a YDSA member.

MODULAR PONTOON SYSTEMS 8 Baars Confloat B.V./ Baars Charter Rivierdijk 276, PO Box 70, Sliedrecht, 3360 AB Tel: +31 184 415 566 Fax: +31 184 411 227 rental@baarsbv.com www.baarsbv.com Hire & Sales of containerised modular (spud) pontoons with a height of 4, 6 and 8 ft, modular multipontoons.

See Baars Charter at Dredging Equipment for barges.

MONITORING SYSTEMS Datum electronics See under: Electrical systems 8 GPLink 1500 Sensation Weigh, Beaufort NC, 28516 Tel: +1 252 504 5113 dwebb@gplink.com www.gplink.com GPLink is the most capable remote diagnostic tool available. Monitor high horsepower systems 24/7/365 and detect anomalies before they turn into problems. Minimize downtime and maximize vessel productivity with GPLink.

8 Marlan Maritime Technologies Ltd vtms vessel traffic management systems 323 Mariners House, Queens Dock Business Centre, Norfolk Street, Liverpool, L1 0BG Tel: +44 1516 020 304 Fax: +44 1516 020 399 info@marlan-tech.co.uk www.marlan-tech.co.uk We offer tailored solutions for vessel traffic monitoring and management in ports & harbours and along coasts and borders 8 Radamec Control Systems Ltd Unit A1, Argents Mere, Cyril Vokins Road, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 5XB Tel: +44 1635 405 28 Fax: +44 1635 474 53 sales@radamec-controls.co.uk www.radamec-controls.co.uk Radamec Control Systems Limited (RCS) has been in operation over 50 years, (previously NDC until 1985) and has an established reputation for quality approved marine control systems.

8 Trinity House The Quay, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3JW Tel: +44 1255 245 121 Fax: +44 1255 245 009 Commercial@trinityhouse.co.uk www.trinityhouse.co.uk Trinity House offers customers cost effective solutions for the maintenance of marine aids to navigation and the provision of marine data acquisition.

NAVAL ARCHITECTS & MARINE ENGINEERS 8 NED Project NED-PROJECT Sp. z o.o., ul. Abrahama 1a, Gdańsk, 80-307 Tel: +48 732 406 501 office@ned-project.eu www.ned-project.eu/ NED – Project is a professional, independent privately-owned company offering highest quality services in ship design, salvage and plant design sector.

OFFSHORE SUPPORT HVS Dredging Support BV Vijver 12, Harlingen, 8861 BS Tel: +31 653 663 292 info@hvsds.nl www.hvsds.nl HVS Dredging Support BV is a company specialized in supporting offshore dredging and Renewable energy projects worldwide. Throughout the years we have established a modern fleet in which we have built our over more than 40 years of experience Tidal Transit Limited Unit 2, Docking Rural Workshops, Station Road, Docking, Norfolk, PE31 8LT Tel: +44 1485 518 760 +44 7767 701 434 Fax: +44 1485 518 733 Leo@tidal-transit.com www.tidal-transit.com TTL offers fast, efficient, crew transfer using custom-built, stable, MCA category 1, high specification, wind farm support vessels, operated by qualified, local, knowledgeable professionals.

MOORING & BERTHING - GENERAL

NAVIGATION & COMMUNICATION

OIL POLLUTION CONTROL

Smith Berger Marine Inc 7915 10th Avenue So, Seattle, WA 98108 Tel: +1 206 764 4650 Fax: +1 206 764 4653 sales@smithberger.com www.smithberger.com We have a long history of providing excellent customer service, quality products and superior performance. Our engineering and manufacturing experience allows us to furnish customised equipment to suit any application and environment. In addition to our standard products being well received, our ability to furnish specially engineered.

8 Navico UK Ltd (Simrad) Premier Way, Abbey Park, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 9DH Tel: +44 1794 510 010 Fax: +44 1794 510 006 ps.emea@navico.com www.navico-commercial.com/ Simrad is a leader in electronics technology for commercial vessels offering a range of sophisticated auto steering, navigation and safety products for vessels of all sizes.

8 Adler & Allan Ltd 80 Station Parade, Harrogate, HG1 1HQ Tel: +44 800 592 827 sales@adlerandallan.co.uk www.adlerandallan.co.uk Emergency environmental spill response and planning services, accredited by the International Spill Accreditation Scheme - third-party Tier 2 Oil Spill Response Organisation for sheltered/enclosed waters, coastal & large estuary and shoreline clean-up

NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT

8 Lamor Corporation UK Ltd 3 Medina Court, Arctic Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 7XD Tel: +44 1983 280185 Fax: +44 1983 280056 uk.info@lamor.com www.lamor.com Lamor is the world leader in the manufacture of products and services for the Oil Spill Response Industry. We design and produce Booms, Skimmers, Pumps, Dispersant systems, Vessels and we also design recovery systems to be built into new and older vessels.

MCA/IMO Training, Design and Consultancy on a worldwide basis.

MOORING & BERTHING EQUIPMENT 8 Péguet & Cie Maillon Rapide, 12 rue des Buchillons, B.P.205, Annemasse, F-74105 Tel: +33 450 95 58 23 Fax: +33 450 92 22 06 d.durand@peguet.fr www.peguet.fr Product range fully certified: Self certification in permanent connections as machinery part.-EN 362 certified product range in PPE industrial safety – connectors. Over 200 items available, made in France.

NAVAIDS JFC Marine Weir Road, Tuam, Co Galway Tel: +44 7792 772 447 Fax: +353 9324 923 graham@jfcmarine.com www.jfcmarine.com JFC Marine offer an extensive range of Aids to Navigation, Navigation Buoys, Solar Marine Lanterns, Monitoring and Control systems to suit all marine applications.

8 Sealite United Kingdom 11 Pinbush Rd, Lowestoft, Suffolk Tel: +44 1502 588 026 Fax: +44 1502 588 047 uk@sealite.com www.sealite.com Sealite develops and manufactures high-tech marine Aids to Navigation, servicing customers worldwide to enhance the safety and efficiency of international waterways. Sealite’s innovative products include solarpowered LED marine lanterns, bridge, barge and area lighting, marine buoys and monitoring and control systems.

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8 AMI Marine Ltd Unit 9, Crosshouse Centre, Crosshouse Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 5GZ Tel: +44 2380 480 450 enquiries@amimarine.com www.amimarine.com Commercial vessel bridge safety and navigation systems with a global network of service engineers available 24/7 365 days a year. Providing turnkey solutions and continually delivering unrivalled quality and reliability

NAVIGATION LIGHTS 8 Lopolight UK 9-11 Maritime street, Edinburgh, EH6 6SB Tel: +44 1312 853 207 support@lopolight.co.uk www.lopolight.com Lopolight led navigation lights suitable for vessels from 7m. Compact design singe and stacked options, modular design. Lloyds and wheelmarked approved. Long life, 5 year warranty.

Ice class compatible lights plus control and monitoring systems.

OCEANOGRAPHIC / HYDROGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT 8 Valeport Ltd St Peter's Quay, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5EW Tel: +44 1803 869 292 Fax: +44 1803 869 293 sales@valeport.co.uk www.valeport.co.uk Wave recorder, tide gauge, sound velocity, CTD, echo sounder, current meter, logger, bathymetry, water level, hydrographic, oceanographic, depth sensors, wave measurement.

PR, MEDIA & ADVERTISING AGENCIES Sue Stevens Media Ltd 7 Foxhills, Ashurst, SO40 7ED Tel: +44 2380 292 992 suestevens@suestevensmedia.co.uk www.suestevensmedia.co.uk 25 years’ experience specializing in Commercial Marine. Media buying, strategic PR campaign planning and implementation, press releases compilation and distribution, newsletters, company brochures and clients’ magazines and social media management.

PAINTS & COATINGS MATERIALS Jotun Paints (Europe) Ltd Stather Road, Flixborough Industrial Est, Scunthorpe, DN15 8RR Tel: +44 1724 400 000 enquiries@jotun.co.uk www.jotun.co.uk Jotun Paints offer a full range of antifoulings, anticorrosive protective coatings and decorative paints for steel, aluminium, wood and GRP surfaces.

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INDUSTRY DATABASE

8 SML Marine Paints The Downs, South Cerney, Gloucestershire, GL7 6DD Tel: +44 1285 862 132 Fax: +44 1285 861 590 info@smlpaints.co.uk www.smlmarinepaints.co.uk One of Jotun’s largest marine distributors. Supplying large and small orders for same day dispatch and next day UK delivery.

PILOT & PATROL CRAFT 8 Stem Marine Strada Ghiaie, 12/D, Medesano (PR) Tel: +39 525 430 102 Fax: +39 525 421 341 info@stem.it www.stemmarine.it Stem produces a large range of high technology boats for emergency and work purposes fitted for special needs since 1998.

PILOT BOATS 8 Safehaven Marine Ashgrove, Cobh, Cork Tel: +353 868 054 582 info@safehavenmarine.com www.safehavenmarine.com Builders of the Interceptor Pilot Boat range, 11.5m, 13m, 14.5m & 16.5m.

For when you demand strength and exceptional seakeeping. Also builders of GRP Crew transfer, Patrol & SAR boats, Hydrographic survey vessels, Work boats and Passenger Vessels

PONTOONS 8 Marine Designs DockMaster pontoons South West Shipyard, Ponsharden, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 2SE Tel: +44 1326 214 750 Fax: +44 1326 678 246 info@marinedesigns.co.uk www.marinedesigns.co.uk Marine access solutions for commercial berthing. We design, manufacture and install large pontoons & floating piers for a variety of operators, ranging from ferries to rescue services, port operators and the offshore wind industry. In 2007 we introduced the award winning DockMaster concrete pontoon range, a heavy duty system capable of providing berthing solutions for vessels up to 20,000 tonnage.

DockMaster offers a long life product with excellent stability and wave attenuation performance.

Marine Designs Ltd is part of the A&P Group.

Neptune Shipyards BV See under: Workboat Builders 8 Walcon Marine Cockerell Close, Segensworth West, Fareham, Hampshire, PO15 5SR Tel: +44 1489 579 977 Fax: +44 1489 579 988 sales@walconmarine.com www.walconmarine.com Marine civil works including steel tube/ timber piling, pile extraction, sheet piling and jetty construction using selfpropelled barge.

Manufacturers of high quality pontoon and associated equipment.

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POWER & PROPULSION

PROPULSION SYSTEMS

8 Danfoss Vareseweg 105, Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland, 3047 AT Tel: +31 108 082 222 Fax: +31 102 492 070 cs@danfoss.nl www.danfoss.nl Discover Danfoss Drives' conventional and innovative technologies like hybrid propulsion, electrification and energy storage to support you reducing emissions, saving costs and improving safety for passengers and crew.

8 Marine Jet Power AB Hansellisgatan 6, Uppsala, SE-754 50 Tel: +46 101 641 000 sales@marinejetpower.com www.marinejetpower.com For more than 30 years, Marine Jet Power (MJP) has been redefining the waterjet market with innovation and unsurpassed quality. Engineered and built in Sweden, MJP’s proven stainless steel, mixed-flow waterjets are used in many diverse applications, from fast military craft and passenger vessels to workboats worldwide.

Datum electronics See under: Electrical Systems 8 Hamilton Jet EMEA Unit 26, The Birches Industrial Estate, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1XZ Tel: +44 1342 313 437 Fax: +44 1342 313 438 marketing@emea.hamiltonjet.com www.hamiltonjet.com HamiltonJet waterjets provide highly efficient propulsion for high speed vessels operating in the world’s most demanding marine environments.

8 Maktec Marine Ltd North Yorkshire Tel: +44 1947 810 842 office@maktecmarine.com www.maktecmarine.com Marine and Power generation large engine specialists and official worldwide distributor for Hydro-Diesel fuel.

8 Sleipner Motor Ltd 3 Kingswood Court, South Brent, Devon, TQ10 9YS Tel: +44 1364 649 400 www.side-power.com Sleipner are the market leaders in SE electric and SH hydraulic bow and stern, SEP DC proportional S-link Variable Speed Controlled, SX externally mounted, SR retractable and SEip ignition protected/waterproof tunnel thrusters.

PROPELLER DESIGN & MANUFACTURE 8 France Helices 12 Allée des Gabians, Cannes, 06150 Tel: +33 493 476 938 Fax: +33 493 470 859 export@francehelices.fr www.francehelices.fr R&D calculations, CFD, 5 axis CNC machining, manufacture, repair, commission and worldwide after sales service. Custom propulsion packages (propellers, shaft lines, nozzles, rudders, Surface Drive Systems) for commercial, workboat, defence vessels and high speed crafts. 40 years of experience

PROPELLERS & STERN GEAR

8 WaterMota Ltd Cavalier Road, Heathfield Industrial Estate, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6TQ Tel: +44 1626 830 910 Fax: +44 1626 830 911 dm@watermota.co.uk www.watermota.co.uk WaterMota has been supplying the marine industry with engine room packages since 1911. Heat exchanger / keel cooled propulsion engines from 5.8 to 22 litres, auxiliary engines, generating sets and custom built power packs, heavy duty reversing gearboxes, hydraulic and power steering systems and power takeoff units, heavy duty sea water pumps for most makes of engines, strainers, impellers and accessories, installation and servicing.

Supplying Azcue, D-I, Doosan, Hyundai SeasAll and JMP.

PUMPS 8 Gianneschi Pumps and Blowers srl Via Luigi Gianneschi, Capezzano Pianore, 55040 Tel: +39 584 365 101 Fax: +39 584 969 411 info@gianneschi.net www.gianneschi.net Gianneschi Pumps and Blowers designs and produces a wide range of products like pumps, water heaters, fans and fresh/sea water systems.

Products are tested before delivered to the customers.

RIBS (Rigid Inflatable Boat) 8 Specialised Marine Support Ltd Specialised Marine Support Ltd, Easdale, Oban, Argyll, PA34 4RF Tel: +44 1852 300 341 info@specialisedmarinesupport.com www.specialisedmarinesupport.com Accredited and Achilles FPAL registered company specialising in personnel and equipment transfers, safety and guard boat duties, survey and logistical support to the emerging offshore renewables and offshore construction industries throughout Europe.

ROVs 8 Teignbridge Propellers International Ltd Great Western Way, Forde Road, Brunel Industrial Estate, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 4AW Tel: +44 1626 333 377 Fax: +44 1626 360 783 info@teignbridge.co.uk www.teignbridge.co.uk World leaders in innovation, design and manufacture of high performance, high quality propellers and sterngear for 40 years. Approved by all major classification societies. Propellers to 2.55m, shaftlines to 400mm

Marine investments Ltd Lower Key House, Dorchester Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA22 9RD Tel: +44 1935 471 892 info@johnhowardandassociates.com www.underwater-drone.co.uk CCROV Back to the Sea, the first underwater Robot with real 4K camera, the smallest size on the market.

Underwater observation and recording, Inspection, research & rescue operations, record and view, exploration, diving & Sea fishing

Planet Ocean Ltd Unit 16 Camberley Business Centre, Bracebridge, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 3DP Tel: +44 8451 081 457 Fax: +44 8452 803 349 sales@planet-ocean.co.uk www.planet-ocean.co.uk Deep Trekker Mini ROV’s - Affordable, Portable, Reliable. Data Buoys and systems. Position monitoring and tracking.

Port and harbour monitoring. Telemetry SystemsWater Quality sensors.

RECRUITMENT 8 Seamariner Ltd Seamariner Ltd, The Square, Fawley, Southampton, Hampshire, SO45 1TA Tel: +44 2380 840 374 admin@seamariner.com www.seamariner.com Seamariner Limited are Marine Recruitment Specialists and have been established since 1992. We hold ISO 9001:2015 accreditation by Lloyds Register and are MLC, 2006 compliant.

We supply temporary and permanent seafarers to shipping companies worldwide and our expertise is the basis of our continued success. Having dedicated Recruitment Consultants for each discipline, ship owners will often be guided by our in-depth knowledge.

Our logistical support team ensures the recruitment process is smooth and efficient.

RORO SOLUTIONS Retro Bridge BV Bruistensingel 152, 5232 AC, Hertogenbosch Tel: +31 736 408 770 Fax: +31 736 442 369 sales@retrobridge.com www.retrobridge.com Come to us to Rent, Lease or Buy a RoRo facility. We look forward to helping you.

ROPES Cotesi UK Ltd 10 Ripponden Business Park, Oldham Road, Ripponden, UK, HX6 4DJ Tel: +44 1422 822 000 Fax: +44 1422 821 007 enquiries@cotesi.co.uk www.cotesi.co.uk Cotesi UK is a manufacturer / supplier of Mooring ropes in different materials from Polypropylene to HMPE Dyneema, Nylon, Polyester, Polysteel, Tow lines, winch lines. Polyform Buoys, Fenders, floats 8 Van Beelen Group PO Box 6, 1970 AA IJmuiden Tel: +31 255 560 560 Fax: +31 255 512 964 info@vanbeelengroup.nl www.vanbeelengroup.nl Manufacturer of rope and netting.

Specialist in ropes and nets with Dyneema®. For fishing, marine, offshore and yachting applications.

SAFETY AMI Marine Ltd See under: Navigation Equipment 8 Ocean Safety Ltd Saxon Wharf, Lower York Street, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 5QF Tel: +44 2380 720 800 Fax: +44 2380 720 801 info@oceansafety.com www.oceansafety.com Ocean Safety is renowned for high quality customer care and specialises in the worldwide supply, distribution, manufacture, service and hire Marine Safety Equipment.

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INDUSTRY DATABASE SAFETY HOOKS 8 H Henriksen Trleborgveien 15, Tnsberg, 3101 Tel: +47 33 378 400 Fax: +47 33 378 430 hooks@hhenriksen.com www.hhenriksen.com H. Henriksen AS is a technology Company with a long and proud history within the maritime and offshore sector.

Henriksen has a strong position within safe MOB boat lifting operations, Launch & Recovery systems for offshore vessels, oil Spill Recovery and Entering and Boarding Systems for maritime and urban environments.

SANITATION & PLUMBING Lee Sanitation Ltd Wharf Road, Fenny Compton, Warwickshire, CV47 2FE Tel: +44 1295 770 000 Fax: +44 1295 770 022 sales@leesan.com www.leesan.com LeeSan, leaders in marine sanitation (now a Pump Technology Ltd Group Company) have over 25 years’ experience designing, specifying and supplying equipment for seagoing and inland waterways craft of all sizes. Extensive stocks of spares and replacement components are available for most marine toilets. Now promoting their “One Stop Pump Shop” so whether it be clean or waste water they can specify a pump for all applications including all the peripherals that you may need.

SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS 8 Network Innovation Solutions Limited Farncombe Estate Broadway, Harveys place, Worcestershire, WR12 7LJ Tel: +44 2082 866 768 info.UK@networkinv.com www.networkinv.com/ Network Innovations provides satellite communication solutions that empower you with reliable voice and data connectivity across the globe.

SHIP REGISTRATION SERVICES 8 Hubel Marine B.V. P.O.Box 3219, Rotterdam, 3033 AE Tel: +31 104 587 338 Fax: +31 104 587 662 www.hubelmarine.com Panama- Belize- St. Kitts - TuvaluKiribati- Nevis.Auth. to perform surveys and certification of vessels of any size or type. SOLAS/ MARPOL/ ISM/ ISPS/ ILO Audits & Certification. Special Delivery Registration for 3 months. Crew STCW Endorsements within 4 hrs. Offshore Corporations for vessel ownership.

Vessel re-activation and delivery service.

SOLICITORS

8 National Maritime Training Centre North Kent College, Lower Higham Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 2JJ Tel: +44 1322 629 600 Fax: +44 1322 629 667 nmtc@northkent.ac.uk The National Maritime Training Centre is a leading provider of maritime education and practical training, providing up to date equipment and expert training using dedicated specialist classrooms, a Fire Training Ground and Thameside Jetty.

TRANSMISSIONS WaterMota Ltd See under: Propulsion Systems

8 Scott Bailey Solicitors 63 High Street, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 9ZT Tel: +44 1590 676 933 Fax: +44 1590 679 663 alice@scottbailey.co.uk www.scottbailey.co.uk Our broad range of skills mean that we can offer bespoke, cost-effective legal services for both commercial and private clients in the marine industry. Our experience is derived from many years of practical involvement covering a wide range of issues in the marine environment.

We believe in delivering timely, innovative and practical legal solutions.

TUGS

STABILISERS

8 Marine & Towage Services Group Ltd (MTS Group) Kings Quay, King St, Brixham, TQ5 9FW Tel: +44 1803 882 214 Fax: +44 1803 882 579 brixham@mtsgroupltd.com www.mtsgroupltd.com Owners and operators of a comprehensive fleet of modern tugs, workboats and crew transfer vessels specialising in marine construction support, coastal, sea and port towage etc.

8 Naiad Dynamics Unit 3 Nelson Industrial Park, Manaton Way, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 2JH Tel: +44 2392 539 750 Fax: +44 2392 539 764 ukspares@naiad.com www.naiad.com Extensive range of motion damping equipment including Stabiliser fins, Interceptors, Trim Tabs and T-Foils.

Spares supplied for Vosper and PPJet Water jets. We also provide spares support for the Halmatic range of boats.

8 The AST Group Head Office: Satellite House, Bessemer Way, Harfreys Industrial Estate, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR31 0LX Tel: +44 1493 440 011 Fax: +44 1493 249 721 info@theastgroup.com www.theastgroup.com The AST Group consists of ten individual companies each possessing individual specialist abilities, serving the United Kingdom, Africa, America, Asia and Australia. AST has a proven track record in delivering high profile satellite and radio based communications projects and m2m solutions

8 Seakeeper Inc 44425 Pecan Court, Suite 151, California, MD 20619 Tel: +1 410 326 1590 Fax: +1 410 326 1199 sales@seakeeper.com www.seakeeper.com Seakeeper, the world leader in gyro stabilization, virtually eliminates boat roll at anchor and underway. Seakeeper stability is now available to the entire world of boating with a new series that stabilizes boats 30 feet and above. Ten years of non-stop innovation, research and development has led to the most effective stabilization system ever built.

We shrank it down. We upped the performance. We dropped the price.

Feel how Seakeeper will change your experience.

SEATING & CHAIRS

STEERING GEAR

8 Capital Seating 1 Forward Park Sheene Road, Gorse Hill Industrial Estate, Beaumont Leys, Leicester, LE4 1BF Tel: +44 1162 169 910 Fax: +44 1162 169 920 info@capitalseating.co.uk www.capitalseating.co.uk Distributors for Grammer Nautic. Marine seating of the highest performance and quality. Full suspensions optimised for arduous marine environments, high shock mitigation performance, comfort, ergonomic design and DNV-GL Type approval.

WaterMota Ltd See under: Propulsion Systems

Herman Sr bv Aventurijn 202, Dordrecht, 3316LB Tel: +31 786 192 507 info@hermansr.com www.hermansr.com Herman Senior is a family owned tug and workboats company and is established in Dordrecht the Netherlands. It is active in the Dredging, offshore renewables, oil & gas industry. With our versatile fleet of Shoalbusters and Multicats and over 30 years of experience we are specialists in: Towing, Anchor handling, Survey, Seabed ploughing, Dredging support, Offshore renewables support.

Van Wijngaarden Marine Services BV Buitenweistraat 15, 3372 BC Hardinxveld-Giessendam Tel: +31 184 490 244 info@wijngaarden.com www.wijngaarden.com A company with over 40 years of experience in the service of: Chartering tugs / workboats / launches for Inland and Sea-going towage, Assistance- and Supply services to provide services for dredging-, construction- and offshore companies, on projects all over the world, 24/7 – 365 days a year.

TUGS, TOWING & SALVAGE

8 Med Marine Omer Avni Mah. Inebolu Sok. No:21, Setustu-Kabatas, Beyoglu, Istanbul, 34427 Tel: +90 2123 111 800/01 info@medmarine.com.tr www.medmarine.com.tr Thanks to its experienced maritime pilots and high quality tugboats all built in its large-capacity shipyards, Med Marine is Turkey's leading towage and pilotage operator and had been serving its clients for their newbuilding projects since 1995 8 Sanmar Shipyards Aydintepe Mh., Guzin Sok. No: 31, Istanbul, 34947 Icmeler / Tuzla, Turkey Tel: +90 216 458 5900 Fax: +90 216 458 5959 info@sanmar.com.tr www.sanmar.com.tr Sanmar has been producing tugboats and providing services for some of the worlds leading owner/operators around the world for four decades.

UNDERWATER SERVICES 8 Oceanscan Ltd Denmore Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB23 8JW Tel: +44 1224 707 000 Fax: +44 1224 707 001 sales@oceanscan.co.uk www.oceanscan.net Oceanscan has the most up-to-date rental solutions on the market, with over 5000 products available, our investment in new technologies allows you access to the latest equipment at a fraction of the cost

VALVES 8 LK Valves and Controls Ltd Unit 4 Arbour Place, Arbour Lane, Knowsley Industrial Park, Liverpool, L33 7XG Tel: +44 1515 483 300 Fax: +44 1515 483 311 sales@lkvalvesandcontrols.co.uk www.lkvalvesandcontrols.co.uk LK Valves & Controls are an ISO 9001:2015 accredited marine valve & actuator stockist & distributor, representing carefully chosen, high end, market leading European Principals, with many products having Classification Society type approval.

VESSEL BUILD & REPAIR

TRAINING

8 DSB Offshore Ltd Riverbank House, 1 Putney Bridge Road, London, SW6 3JD Tel: +44 2073 842 882 brokers@dsboffshore.com www.dsboffshore.com Specialist shipbrokers handling the sale & purchase and chartering of Tugs, Jack-ups, barges, Split hoppers, Dredgers and various Workboats etc.

Our services also include Towage, heavy lift transport and Valuations.

8 Dixon Group Europe Ltd 350 Leach Place, Walton Summit Centre, Lancashire, PR5 8AS Tel: +44 1772 323 529 sales@dixoneurope.co.uk www.dixoneurope.co.uk Dixon is a premier manufacturer and supplier of marine fluid transfer products including a range of water strainers, inlet scoops, thru hull fittings, valves, couplings, pipe fittings and hose assemblies.

8 Lloyds Maritime Academy KNect House, 30-32 Mortimer Street, London, W1W 7RE Tel: +44 2070 174 483 learning@knect365.com www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com Lloyd’s Maritime Academy is the world’s largest provider of professional development courses and academic education qualifications for the industry.

HVS Dredging Support BV Vijver 12, Harlingen, 8861 BS Tel: +31 653 663 292 info@hvsds.nl www.hvsds.nl HVS Dredging Support BV is a company specialized in supporting offshore dredging and Renewable energy projects worldwide.

Throughout the years we have established a modern fleet in which we have built our over more than 40 years of experience

8 Inventory Locator Service (ILS) 8001 Centerview Parkway, Memphis, TN 38018 Tel: +1 901 794 5000 marketing@ILSmart.com www.ILSmart.com ILS specializes in solving critical shortages in the maritime supply chain, making it easier for purchasers to find the parts they need.

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INDUSTRY DATABASE

8 Medtec Design Services Ltd RNLI Offices, Clarence Road, East Cowes, Isle Of Wight, PO32 6HB Tel: +44 1983 294 974 dcarley@medtec.co.uk www.medtec.co.uk/ MedTec offer a CAD and engineering design service supporting clients through every stage of the design process, with the capability and knowledge to offer complete turnkey solutions 8 Nero Pipeline Connections Ltd Unit 2, Union Road, Oldbury, West Midlands, B69 3EX, United Kingdom Tel: +44 1216 653 900 Fax: +44 1216 653 909 info@nero.co.uk www.nero.co.uk Nero Pipeline Connections is a market leading distributor of stainless pipeline products and has been specialising in the supply of high quality pipe fittings and valves for over 25 years.

Ibercisa Deck Machinery Molinos 25, (Pontevedra), 36213-Vigo Tel: +34 986 213 900 Fax: +34 986 202 779 sales@ibercisa.es www.ibercisa.es Total Integration with automatic control systems and remote monitoring.

Specialist in AC electric winches with energy regeneration for ECO-tugs, AHTS Vessels, Trawlers. Winches for AHTS Vessels with PM Electric motors.

8 Ares Shipyard Antalya Free Zone, Antalya, 07070 Tel: +90 242 259 52 61 Fax: +90 242 259 52 63 ares@ares.com.tr www.ares.com.tr ARES design and build Workboat, CTV and Military vessels delivered to a variety of Operators, Navies, Coast Guard and Maritime Enforcement Agencies across the globe

Lebus International Engineers Ltd Pioneer House, Shorebury Point, Amy Johnson Way, Blackpool, Lancs, FY4 2RX Tel: +44 1253 402 402 Fax: +44 1253 345 748 enquiries@lebusinternational.com www.lebusintengineers.com Experienced designers and manufacturers of special purpose and standard marine handling equipment inclusive of winches, windlasses, capstans, cranes, davits, reelers, fairleads, cable spooling systems etc.

8 B t B Marine 4 | 16-19 Driftwood Ct, Urangan, QLD 4655 Tel: +61 7 4125 2034 info@btbmarine.com www.btbmarine.com For over 10 years BtB Marine has been servicing the marine industry, designing and building efficient commercial vessels, specialising in small craft up to 25m. New product: 7.5m Ultra Long Range Patrol Vessel powered by the reliable OXE Diesel outboard.

8 Iridium Waterproof Communication Systems Porthusvej, Kvistgaard Tel: +45 43 43 26 26 info@iwcs.eu https:www.iwcs.eu IWCS is a leading supplier of waterproof wireless intercom system for marine and mission critical use. At IWCS we are dedicated to developing advanced and user-friendly marine intercom systems providing our professional customers trouble-free communication even under the most demanding conditions.

Lemans Nederland BV PO Box 527, Bergen op Zoom, NL 4600 AM Tel: +31 164 680 097 Fax: +31 164 681 971 info@lemans-nederland.eu www.lemans-nederland.nl Lemans Nederland bv is a company situated in the south-west of The Netherlands. We are specialised in hoist, lift, push and towing equipment. As well as deck, dock and quay equipment. Our delivery program consists of for example: Winches, windlasses and capstans (standard and custom built; manual, electric or hydraulic; planetary gear unit, worm-gear, spur-gear, etc; to handle wire, umbilical, rope, chain-cable, etc; Either for anchor handling; mooring; fishing; dredging; towing; tug etc), some even from stock.

Otherwise with quite short lead times.

WINCHES

WINDOW WIPERS

8 ACE Winches Cheyne House, Towie Barclay Works, Turriff, Scotland, Aberdeenshire, AB53 8EN Tel: +44 1888 511 600 Fax: +44 1888 511 601 info@ace-winches.com www.ace-winches.com ACE Winches, a global leader in the design, manufacture and hire of specialist marine deck machinery and the offshore hire personnel, supporting oil and gas, marine and renewable energy industries.

8 Durowipers Unit 20, Oldends Lane Industrial Estate, Stonehouse, Glos, GL10 3RQ Tel: +44 1453 820972 Fax: +44 1453 820979 sales@durowipers.co.uk www.durowipers.co.uk Design and manufacture of high performance window wipers. Three year Warranty. DuroWiper Pantographs and Pendulums have a Patented twin drive rotary transfer box giving a remarkable smooth, powerful and reliable performance.

WATERPROOF COMMUNICATIONS

Bezemer Dordrecht BV PO Box 154, Bunsenstraat 49, Dordrecht, 3316 GC Tel: +31 786 181 000 Fax: +31 786 187 019 info@bezemer.com www.bezemer.com Sales, Rentals, Services, Engineering Pipe Pulling Equipment, Mooring Systems, Winches, Storage Reels, Deck Sheaves, Anchor Fairleaders, Roller Fairleaders, Measuring Shackles, Line Tension Meters.

8 Gemmell and Prout Marine Ltd Swann Street, Hull, Yorkshire, HU2 0PH Tel: +44 1482 329 600 Fax: +44 1482 216 296 enquiries@proutmarine.co.uk www.proutmarine.co.uk Designers and manufacturers of winches, windlasses and capstans.

Hydraulic, electric, diesel, pneumatic and manually driven, along with ancillary equipment.

Also hydraulic towing winches.

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WORKBOAT BUILDERS 8 Aister C/Baixada do Cocho, nº 228, A Guia – M, Meira – 3, MOAÑA, 6955 Tel: +34 986 240 294 Fax: +34 986 240 157 i.defrancisco@aister.es www.aister.com/en Safe, reliable and designed for work aluminium boats: bespoke patrols, SAR boats and passenger catamarans.

Alicat Workboats Ltd Southtown Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR31 0JJ Tel: +44 1493 655 171 Fax: +44 1493 656 299 sales@alicatworkboats.com www.alicatworkboats.com Aluminium and Steel boat building Specialising in commercial workboat Catamarans and Monohull vessels Up to 30 metres. Building to MCA, Lloyds and Bureau Veritas codes. From Bespoke one off builds to multiple production runs. A complete service from design to delivery. A full repair and refit division is also available.

Lloyds appraised to ISO 9001:2008.

8 Brunswick Commercial & Government Products 420 Megan Z Ave, Edgewater, FL 32132 Tel: +1 386 423 2900 bcgpinfo@whaler.com We've been in the business of building boats for commercial and military applications for more than fifty years.

Offering, Boston Whaler Fiberglass boats, Impact Rigid-Hull Inflatable boats and Sentry Aluminum boats.

8 Cheetah Marine OceanBlue Quay, The Esplanade, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight, PO38 1JR Tel: +44 1983 852 398 mail@cheetahmarine.co.uk www.cheetahmarine.co.uk Now in our 25th year of production, Cheetah Marine continues to lead Europe in the specialist design and construction of power commercial catamarans. (hydrographic workboat/catamaran) 8 Damen PO Box 1, 4200 AA Gorinchem, Gorinchem Tel: +31 183 639 911 Fax: +31 183 632 189 info@damen.com www.damen.com Damen Shipyards Gorinchem is active in the design and construction of various types of vessels (tugs, workboats, high speed craft, etc) for different clients.

8 Macduff Shipyard Limited The Harbour, Macduff, Aberdeenshire, AB44 1QT Tel: +44 1261 832 234 Fax: +44 1261 833 541 info@macduffshipyards.com www.macduffshipyards.co.uk Complete service from design to completion, including kit profiling, fabrication, engineering and outfitting.

Major conversion work undertaken, Full repair facilities and crane hire available 8 Neptune Shipyards BV Rivierdijk 586, 3371 ED, Veerdam 1, Hardinxveld-Giessendam, 5308 JH Tel: +31 184 621 423 Fax: +31 184 612 741 info@neptunemarine.com www.neptunemarine.com We design, build, repair, convert and mobilize vessels for the maritime industry. It is our aim to offer you the best solution through innovation, creativity, cooperation and flexibility.

8 SMS Group Ltd Unit 1 Ocean Quay, Belvidere Road, Southampton, Hants, SO14 5QY Tel: +44 2380 141 010 info@sms-marine.co.uk www.sms-marine.co.uk Southampton Marine Services specialise in ship building, ship repairs and steel fabrication across all aspects of the marine industry.

8 Sanmar Shipyards Aydintepe Mh., Guzin Sok. No: 31, Istanbul, 34947 Icmeler / Tuzla, Turkey Tel: +90 216 458 5900 Fax: +90 216 458 5959 info@sanmar.com.tr www.sanmar.com.tr Sanmar has been producing tugboats and providing services for some of the world’s leading owner/operators around the world for four decades. More than 180 tugboats benefiting from all this wealth of experience are presently in operation on international seas.

Sanmar builds vessels at its two custom-built, state of the art yards located in Turkey’s shipbuilding heartland.

8 De Jong & Lavino BV Deilseweg 13, Geldermalsen, 4191 NX Tel: +31 345 573 241 info@jola.nl www.jola.nl Thanks to our enormous stock we can supply any steel plate or profile at the right time. We are the proud market leader in steel plates, Bulb Flats and other shipbuilding profiles.

South Boats IOW Ltd Medina Shipyard, Pelham Road, Isle Of Wight, PO31 7PG, United Kingdom Tel: +44 1983 280 030 bencolman@southboatsiow.com www.southboatsiow.com South Boats has a strong reputation for designing and building fast, offshore aluminium catamarans to DNV class and various flag states. It has the largest market share globally of offshore wind farm crew transfer vessels but builds for all commercial sectors. Has undertaken largest vessel hull shape research and development programme ever undertaken for commercial catamarans and utilises the findings in the development of new products. New designs for 2015 include 22m and 28m vessels.

8 Diverse Marine Medina Ship Yard, Pelham Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight Tel: +44 1983 300 656 info@diversemarine.co.uk www.diversemarine.co.uk DM acquired the assets of equipment of South Boats IOW and trade from Cowes, IOW specialising in the design, construction, refit, repair and maintenance of workboats, military and patrol craft, lifeboats, pilot boats, fishing boats, commercial and pleasure craft

8 Wolfard & Wessels Postbus 200, Hoogezand, 9600 AE Tel: +31 598 361 777 Fax: +31 598 396 887 info@wolfard.nl www.wolfard.nl Wolfard & Wessels Werktuigbouw bv is an international operating company, specialized in providing turn-key piping projects. Using the organisations wide knowledge, due to the in-house engineering department, multiple fields of operation are served.

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INDUSTRY DATABASE WORKBOATS Commercial Rib Charter Unit 6 Dell Buildings, Milford Road, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 0ED Tel: +44 1590 607 103 info@commercialribcharter.co.uk www.commercialribcharter.co.uk Large fleet. Sizes from 6m to 15m.SOLAS open Ribs to MCA Cat 1 wheelhouse CTV and survey Ribs. Crew transfer, Dive Support, Survey, Cable Lay Support, Police and Military. Bareboat available.

8 Fastnet Shipping Ltd Marine Support Services Base, Bilberry, Waterford City, Waterford Tel: +353 518 32 946 Fax: +353 518 51 886 info@fastnetshipping.com www.fastnetshipping.com Specialists in Marine Plant Hire, Charter & Sales. Bespoke marine access solutions, Jack Up Barges, Pontoons, Tugs, Crane Barges, Dredgers and various other workboats.

WORKBOATS-ALUMINIUM

Tidal Transit Limited See under: Offshore Support 8 Unst Inshore Services (Fluggaboats) Hagdale Industrial Estate, Balta Sound, Unst, Shetland, ZE2 9TW Tel: +44 1957 711 881 Fax: +44 1957 711 831 sales@fluggaboats.co.uk www.fluggaboats.co.uk Fluggaboats are a brand from Unst Inshore Services Ltd. We are a small family business that is committed to building very rugged and durable workboats using commercial grade materials and components.

Williams Shipping See under: Barges

Jenkins Marine See under: Dredging Offshore Turbine Services 3 Maypool Building, Dartside Quay, Brixham, TQ5 0GD Tel: +44 1803 845 577 info@offshoreturbineservices.co.uk www.offshoreturbineservices.co.uk OTS operate a fleet of reliable, versatile workboats that can transport technicians, cargo and fuel to offshore work sites and vessels. Our experienced managers and marine crew will ensure the work is completed safely and on time.

8 Habbeke Schelphoek 103, 1621 Mk Hoorn Tel: +31 299 362 182 Fax: +31 299 367 464 info@habbeke.nl www.habbeke.nl Habbeké Shipyard, established in 1966, has almost fifty years’ experience of quality shipbuilding. The wharf builds exclusively in aluminium, and enjoys an excellent reputation for innovation, quality and service.

The shipyard builds aluminium workboats, & both open and closed vessels for rescue, pilot or general work duties.

8 Incat Crowther PO Box 179, Terrey Hills, HQ Sydney, NSW 2084 Tel: +61 294 500 447 Fax: +61 280 065 783 info@incatcrowther.com www.incatcrowther.com Incat Crowther is a diversified marine design business with offices in Australia, USA and the United Kingdom.

Stormer Marine Aambeeldstraat 32, 1021 KB, 1000CA, Amsterdam, Postbus 2017 Tel: +31 206 934 006 info@stormermarine.nl www.stormerworkboats.com Stormer Marine is a young Dutch shipyard that builds workboats for discerning professional clients worldwide.

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NEW DESIGN BOAT FOR BOSPHORUS Named Salim Duzgit after the founder of its new owners, the Duzgit Company, this multipurpose vessel is the first of a brand new Sanmar Shipyard Series based on the Robert Allan Limited RAlly 1900 SX design and called by the leading Turkey-based builder as the Poyrazköy Class after a local coastal town.

This is a different type of vessel to the usual and well established product normally associated with the collaboration between Sanmar and the Canadian naval architects which typically concentrates on a broad portfolio of ASD and tractor tugs. Significantly most of the fruits of this cooperation are destined for international customers, whereas this vessel is for the domestic Turkish market.

Specially designed for the owner for service around Istanbul in the busy Bosphorus area and incorporating numerous unique requirements, the 19.91m x 7.0m x 1.8m draft vessel is built to RINA class and is capable of undertaking many different tasks including crew boat service, construction and maintenance work, cargo transportation and light towing. Indeed a version is already envisaged with either a tow hook or winch and with lowered transom bulwarks. The large 65m2 clear working deck can be used for

moving cargo or equipment, marine contracting and construction work, navigation aid maintenance and anchor-handling. There is a hold available for cables and other equipment. Loading and unloading are handled by a Kama knuckle boom deck crane.

Noteworthy features include exceptionally large windows in the 12-seater passenger saloon, and an excellent aft deck view from the wheelhouse, all courtesy of large window units. The hull is protected by the provision of a push bow and heavy duty fenders with fendering supplied by Ermaksan to individual customer requirements.

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The wheelhouse visibility is enhanced by the provision of three forward and one aft pantograph window wipers manufactured in Turkey. The centre windows both fore and aft are heated. The seats in the passenger cabin are particularly significant being of heavy duty type by local specialist Balmarine. All have separate foundations and are fitted with seat belts.

There are separate dedicated toilet facilities for passengers and crew and sleeping quarters are provided for four crew members comprising two twin berth cabins.

These are located adjacent to a private mess and pantry. The internal fit-out is to Sanmar’s usual impressively high standard with the floors covered with IMO approved simulated teak covering.

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giving a top speed of about 11.5 knots. Kort nozzles can be fitted for appreciably better towing performance. The open propellers fitted to Salim Duzgit are fourbladed and have a diameter of 940mm. Wet exhausts through the sides are standard. A single 27.5eKW Aksa Onan generator is the normal setup with a second being optional.

Commented Hakan Tunc, Sanmar's Project Manager, “We have worked very closely with the owner and Robert Allan Limited on this vessel and think that we have come up with an excellent and exceptionally versatile craft.

We anticipate strong demand from a number of international owners for further vessels of this type and have already started construction of a sister vessel in anticipation of this demand.”

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