Oil & Marine Product Review Sept 2015

THAMES LINK MARINE LTD

SEPTEMBER 2015

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OFFSHORE EUROPE ABERDEEN 2015 MAIN SHOW ISSUE

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Andrew Jackson

26 antennPro Ltd

59 Echomax Radar Reflectors

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Fims Engines

60 Thameslink Marine

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Mantsbrite Systems Ltd

27 Intelligent Procurement Solutions Ltd

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Belleville Springs Dura Composites Dura Composites Thames Towage Leask Marine Preffered Marine Cranes Heavy Parts Hydraulics

10 Evans Marine Services (T/A Sea Secretary)

28 Air Charter Services 29 Prior Diesel 29 Whispaire 30 Scale Models Weston 32 Northern Divers 34 Marine Fire Safety 35 Thistle Marine (Peterhead) Ltd 35 Saxton Marine Supplies 35 EYE Marine

10 Sealite (UK) Ltd

36 Yanmar Europe B.V.

10 Bluepoint Marine

38 Marlin Marine Engineering

10 EYE Marine

38 Energy Solutions

10 Gemmell & Prout

40 Caledonian Industries

11 Precision Polymer Engineering

42 Morgan Marine Insurance

12 Docking Solutions

43 Carlin Boat Charters

13 North West Trading

44 CENTRA Transmission

14 Del Norte

46 Dura Composites

15 Nautilus Rigging LLP

47 Johnson Valves

16 B. Hepworth & Co

48 JD Marine & Sons Ltd

18 Everard Insurance Broker

48 B&C Reconditioning

20 CDMS Sub Surface Engineering

48 BVD Marine Ltd

20 BP Norse Marine

49 Mistley Marine & Leisure Ltd

20 PG Engineering Services

50 Central Compressor Consultants

20 Ebbsfleet Marine 21 Point Engineering Ltd

51 Baker Trayte Marine 52 Scania

22 Sailspa 23 ML (UK) Dredging Ltd 24 Bainbridge Marine

61 TJ Williams 62 Ringspann (UK) Ltd 63 BVD Marine Ltd 64 Argentic 66 Servowatch 68 Diamond Diesels (UK) Ltd 68 Pontoon Hire Ltd 69 Robust Boats 70 Ships Electronics Services 72 Houseboat & Barges 73 Knighthood Insurance 74 Battley Marine 74 MPI Offshore B.V. 75 C-MAR Group 76 Electronic Devices 78 MP Filtri Ltd 78 Advanced Insulation 78 Dalby Offshore 78 Innovatum (International) LTD 79 Inverlussa Marine Services 79 North West Trading 80 Shawbrook Bank 82 TBA Textiles 83 Ian C. Darley 85 NRG Marine Ltd 86 BGB Engineering

54 Seafari Adventures 55 Atlantis Marine 56 PME Group

26 AP Diesels 26 Amgram Ltd

Publishing Director

58 Ingram Crane & Machinery Ltd

Group Advertising Manager

Duncan Smith

Jai Shaw

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Is it a Belleville washer or a disc spring BELLEVILLE SPRINGS LTD Arthur Street Lakeside Redditch B98 8JY UK T: +44 (0) 1527 500500 F: +44 (0) 1527 517039 E: info@bellevillesprings.com W: www.bellevillesprings.com When Julian Belleville patented his conical spring disc in 1861 it is unlikely he had any idea that it would have such wide-ranging applications.

Unlike the conventional helical compression spring that has a linear force/deflection characteristic, the same characteristic in a disc spring is a function of the variable cone-height tothickness ratio.

This is often a useful feature: for example, the seal on a spherical ball valve requires a spring force back-up to achieve sufficient seating stress which must be maintained throughout a significant amount of seal face wear. A disc spring with a cone height approximately 1.5 times the material thickness, offers a near constant force for a range of deflections.

A constant force characteristic is also desirable in joints or bolting systems subject to thermal expansion and contraction.

Stacking While the variation of cone height to thickness ratio can be employed to produce characteristics of a progressive, linear, or regressive nature, the full realisation of the versatility of the disc spring emerges with ‘stacking’ into spring columns.

A disc spring ‘nested’ inside another – i.e., convex face placed to concave face (same way up ) – is described as two disc springs assembled in parallel. This arrangement results in a force capacity double that of a single disc spring, yet the deflection capability remains that of a

“UNLIKE THE CONVENTIONAL HELICAL COMPRESSION SPRING THAT HAS A LINEAR FORCE/DEFLECTION CHARACTERISTIC, THE SAME CHARACTERISTIC IN A DISC SPRING IS A FUNCTION OF THE VARIABLE CONE-HEIGHT TOTHICKNESS RATIO.” 4

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It is a misconception that the resultant force from two disc springs assembled in parallel is equal to the force of a disc spring that is twice the thickness of the single disc. Not so, due to the fact that disc spring thickness is raised to the power of three in the force calculation formula. For example, for identical inside and outside diameters, the force to flat of a single 2mm thick disc may be 5,423N and the force to flat of a single 4mm thick disc is 26,697N. Having multiplied the force of a single disc spring by nesting further disc springs of the same dimensions in parallel, it is possible to multiply the deflection by adding further nested units to the column which are apposed to one another, – i.e.‘back-to-back’. Single disc springs of the same dimensions can also be stacked back-to-back, termed stacking in series.

When disc springs are employed in series or parallel stacks, or a combination of both, Fig 1, friction occurs at the bearing points of opposed springs in series stacking, and to a greater degree across the interfaces of parallel nested discs.

Often the hysteresis due to friction is advantageous for those applications requiring a damping effect. A ‘rule of

thumb’ for guidance on length of disc spring stacks to minimise friction, is that, in the unloaded condition, the stack length should not exceed 2.5 times the disc springs outside diameter.

Disc spring selection Precision disc springs, produced to the DIN standards 2092 and DIN 2093, are pre-stressed( scragged ); machining and radiusing of edges also removes stress raisers, which could otherwise reduce fatigue life.

The term Belleville washer generally applies to the lower cost, less precise form of conical spring disc, normally used on applications of a less critical nature.

Scragging is omitted and the inside and outside diameters are not machined.

Select therefore disc springs to DIN 2092/2093 for critical loading or dynamic applications and the Belleville washer for static applications where some setting and /or loss of force can be tolerated.

Belleville Springs Ltd. Using computer software and our many years experience of the disc spring industry, Belleville springs are perfectly placed to help you select the correct component for your application. Whatever your questions give us a call.

Dura Composites Limited DURA COMPOSITES LTD Dura House Telford Road Clacton-on-Sea Essex CO15 4LP T: +44 (0) 1255 423601 F: +44 (0) 1255 435426 E: info@duracomposites.com W: www.duracomposites.com Ultra Deck Strong & durable, Ultra Deck looks and feels like natural wood and its unique formula provides longer lasting decking that is environmentally friendly, easy to install and requires minimal maintenance.

Benefits Ultra Deck is made from 87% recycled materials and is now available in 100% FSC Certified timber – an industry first for a timber composite!

Ultra Deck doesn’t need any staining or painting. In fact, after installation, the deck needs only basic cleaning and doesn’t suffer from warping or rotting.

Dura Deck is UV Certified to ISO 4892-2

and so will survive even the harshest of climates.

Check out our videos on You Tube to see how easy Dura Deck and Dura Tiles are to install.

Its’ innovative subsurface fixing system means no nail or screws need to go through the deck itself, creating a smart, uniform and barefoot friendly deck.

Dura Decking is produced from Wood Plastic Composite (WPC) which is manufactured by an extrusion process using a mix of recycled plastics and hardwood with various bespoke additives.

WPC is an immensely versatile material which combines the traditional appearance of timber with the durability and resilience of engineered composites.

Unique Formula Dura Deck’s unique formula provides the very best of both worlds, long lasting decking material that is strong, durable and weathers extremely well.

The beautiful traditional appearance of wood combined with its long lifespan make Dura Deck the obvious choice for new or replacement decking projects.

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Preffered Marine Cranes Ltd PREFFERED MARINE CRANES LTD The Kintore Business Park Kintore AB51 0YQ T: +44 (0) 1467 632 975 E: info@prefferedmarine.com Preffered Marine is the sole Effer marine/offshore crane distributor for the UK & Ireland.

Our experienced marine crane team listen to client requirements & offer technical solutions and project advice.

This helpful, honest and without hard selling approach, is the reason for our ever-increasing project involvements and client base. We make the entire process of purchasing, installing, and maintaining marine cranes easy and trouble-free.

Whether requiring, OEM parts, in-house refurbishment, testing, technical information or even simple straightforward advice, Preffered Marine are the crane specialists ready to assist.

for deck operations, shipboard or offshore platforms. Effer models that suit client individual projects are the reason for their popularity within the Naval, Offshore, Subsea, Renewable & Marine & industries. Effer Marine/Offshore cranes are designed according to EN 12999 standards and can be verified according to the rules of any IACS member for shipboard or offshore applications.

Preffered Marine UK facility includes: • Experienced hydraulic engineers • In-house CAD engineering team • Custom test bed facility (available for third party testing) • Large workshop suitable for repairing all marine cranes (including A-Frames and ROV LARS) • Spares and other stock items (including winches & rental equipment) • Effer Marine/Offshore cranes are designed according to EN 12999 standards and can be verified according to the rules of any IACS member for shipboard or offshore applications.

• Effer Marine cranes are one of the most robust, reliable and proven cranes in the market place. The ability to modify Effer models to suit client individual projects is the reason for Effer popularity with the Naval, Offshore & Marine industries.

Effer Range of Applications Effer marine cranes are suitable for a wide range of applications and designed

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OEM Parts Preffered Marine is the sole Effer marine crane supplier for the UK and Ireland.

Only through Effer’s fully trained global agents, can you receive technical information, acquire new parts or purchase their full range of worldwide renowned marine cranes. Preffered Marine's experienced engineers, sales and parts specialists receive full annual training from the Effer headquarters in Bologna Italy.

If you are already purchasing Effer OEM parts in the UK & Ireland from another company, the probability is they have been receiving your order from Preffered Marine. We welcome all new customers and offer the best un-surpassed prices.

Effer cranes are engineered and modified to suit individual customer requirements. This results in customer having an entirely bespoke marine crane.

All new cranes are supplied with a complete book of the precise parts fitted and a full service manual is available to assist.

True Marine Cranes Some crane distributors are selling “marine cranes” that are simply truck cranes that have been modified. True marine cranes work on a platform that rolls and moves. Listing, pitching and rolling occur at sea, and although less pronounced, even in the harbour. This movement induces a swing in the lifted load, which creates a side load onto the structure of the crane. Effer designs and builds its marine cranes with numerous measures to withstand these harsh marine/offshore conditions.

FULLY AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE FOR

Hydraulic Products

Call Us On 01706 356676 sales@heavyparts.co.uk

www.heavyparts.co.uk

Sealite (UK) Ltd SEALITE (UK) LTD UK: +44(0) 1502 588026 Head Office: +61(0)3 5977 6128 USA & Canada: +1(603) 737 1311

Gemmell & Prout Marine Ltd GEMMELL & PROUT MARINE LTD Swann Street, Hull, East Yorkshire HU2 0PH T: +44 (0) 1482 329600 F: +44 (0) 1482 216296 W: www.proutengineering.co.uk

Sealite began manufacturing marine aids to navigation in 1982.

Since that time, our range of navigation aids has expanded to include; marine lanterns, high-precision sector lights, leading lights, bridge lighting, rotationally-molded buoy products, powersystems, and products to provide safe environments for maritime customers worldwide.

Sealite's design and development capabilities are supported by leading in-house engineers with backgrounds ranging from optical, polymer, electronic and aeronautical engineering. All products are manufactured under ISO9001:2008 conditions for quality assurance, and the product warranty is one of the strongest in the industry.

WORLDWIDE LOCATIONS In Australia, Sealite operates a 50,000sqft production facility to support the efficient design and manufacture of marine products.

In the United States, Sealite USA LLC provides a dedicated office and manufacturing facility for Sealite products in North, Central, and South America. Sealite USA holds a U.S. General Services Administration contract (GSA), and many products are Buy American compliant.

In the UK, Sealite United Kingdom Ltd is a turn-key AtoN solutions provider, with clients including all three UK lighthouse authorities, the UK MoD, and many commercial ports. The company was formed through a strategic acquisition of longstanding distributor Pelangi International Ltd in 2012.

Gemmell & Prout Marine Ltd is a privately owned company, it was formed in 1994 when L.G. Prout & Sons Ltd purchased the company Gemmell & Frow Ltd who had been trading since 1898. Please visit the L.G. Prout & Sons Ltd web site www.proutengineering.co.uk Since 1994 the company has continued to develop combining the experience of over 100 years and modern technology the company has grown into one of the UK's most respected manufacturer of hoisting equipment for all industries throughout the world.

Tel: 0151 708 2857 Fax: 0151 734 3083 Email: sales@bluepointmarine.co.uk Welcome to Bluepoint Marine Services. We are located in the heart of Liverpool City Centre Docks at the Liverpool Complex with excellent access to the River Mersey and the inland waterways network via the Leeds/Liverpool Canal Link, allowing us to cater for a variety of craft.

Our services include the operation of a 60 ton travel hoist, specialist launch dock and hard standing for up to 90 vessels. Together with our specialist Marine partners at the Liverpool Marina Complex, we offer a variety of services for craft in the commercial and leisure sectors.

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Advanced sealing solutions for sub-zero temperatures UK HEAD OFFICE Greenbank Road Blackburn BB1 3EA United Kingdom T: +44 (0) 1254 295400 F: +44 (0) 1254 680182 E: prepol.info@idexcorp.com W: www.prepol.com As oil and gas exploration is resorting to more extreme environments in the search for diminishing gas and oil reserves, the conditions that are experienced become more andmore extreme.

Increased pressure, higher and lower temperatures, more aggressive gases and chemicals all combine to push equipment and components to their limit of safe operation. As we have seen in recent years, component failure can be catastrophic and all elements of operation are under extreme scrutiny. One battleground where research and development is at the forefront of safety and performance is that of elastomer seal technology. Precision Polymer Engineering (PPE) is leading the development of innovative elastomer seals designed for the most extreme

environmental conditions encountered by the oil and gas industry. In the last few months, PPE has completed low temperature integrity material testing which demonstrates that Endura®(an elastomer brand of PPE) will maintain sealing integrity to an astonishing -109 degrees centigrade at pressures of 7,500psi.

The material tested was Endura®V91A which is one of a range of elite materials from PPE that has been specifically formulated for low temperature performance and Explosive Decompression (ED) resistance in downhole, surface and subsea oilfield equipment. The tests were carried out at four different pressures of 500psi, 1,000psi, 5,000psi and 7,500psi to test the integrity of the Endura material at ever lower temperatures. The test started at an ambient temperature of approximately 20 degrees centigrade with the temperature decreasing over time to determine the minimum temperature at which Endura would maintain a seal.

Another PPE brand which offers astonishing properties is Perlast®ICE. This unique range of perfluoroelastomers (FFKM) has been developed to provide excellent resistance to a broad range of chemicals whilst offering exceptional low temperature performance. These

revolutionary perfluoroelastomers exhibit low permeability and as a result are less prone to swelling, which leads to extended in-service life and reliability in valves, pumps and mechanical seals.

Perlast®ICE materials are perfect for use in exploration and completion equipment operating or stored in sub-zero temperatures. With a operating temperature range of -46°C to +250°C, Perlast®ICE materials are ideally suited to API 6A valves and API 6D wellhead equipment. The Perlast®ICE range consists of two materials; G75LT (75 durometer) and G90LT (90 durometer), both grades are durable, flexible and reliable, and suitable for static and dynamic applications.

Both Endura®and Perlast®ICE have been tested to NORSOK standards and can be fully moulded to create O-rings, T-section seals, special profiles and custom-made seals for a variety of demanding applications.

When failure is not an option, the importance of the proven properties and quality of seals cannot be underestimated and to help to communicate these properties, PPE are inviting those involved in the oil and gas industry to contact them to arrange a presentation on the latest advances taking place in elastomer seal technology.

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Docking Solutions

DOCKING SOLUTIONS Baltic Wharf Ltd St Peter’s Quay, Totnes Devon TQ9 5EW T: +44 (0) 1803 868555 Docking Solutions was formed in 1998 and is now recognised as one of the industry’s leaders in tubular steel floating structures specialising in the design and production of custom made, high strength, low maintenance mooring systems.

Docking Solutions Design team includes Chartered Engineers and Naval Architects who pride themselves in working closely with customers to ensure all their individual requirements are fully understood and accommodated. We aim to solve customers problems by building bespoke pontoons for a wide range of harbour, estuary and inland water sites all over Britain.

Docking Solutions Construction produces high quality, low maintenance pontoons which have a design life of 25years and an emphasis on recycled materials. For the heavier designs, welded tubular floats are used to provide a combination of strength, and stability.

These can be made into sections typically up to 25m long and a range of fixed and flexible joint options are available. Lighter weight designs and bridges are built to the same high standard.

Docking Solutions Workshops are in a large undercover fabrication facility with its own integral blasting and painting enclosure. There is a staff of permanent, fully trained fabricators and installers.

The site provides road access for pontoons of up to 30m long, and direct water access on the River Dart.

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“FOR THE HEAVIER DESIGNS, WELDED TUBULAR FLOATS ARE USED TO PROVIDE A COMBINATION OF STRENGTH, AND STABILITY. THESE CAN BE MADE INTO SECTIONS TYPICALLY UP TO 25M LONG AND A RANGE OF FIXED AND FLEXIBLE JOINT OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE. LIGHTER WEIGHT DESIGNS AND BRIDGES ARE BUILT TO THE SAME HIGH STANDARD.”

North West Trading Company Ltd NORTH WEST TRADING CO LTD Ellon AB41 8AL T: +44 (0) 1358 729 884 F: +44 (0) 1358 729 885 M: +44 (0) 7770 450 474 E: twtandco@btconnect.com W: www.nwtandco.com

North West Trading Co Ltd has gained vast amounts of experience in buying / selling surplus equipment over a period of 26 years, we are in a position to offer a service to deal with most types of surplus marine and offshore equipment worldwide.

When you contact us to dispose of surplus equipment, we are able to use our expertise to decide if materials offered if we should purchase for our own stock or decide on the appropriate method of marketing the materials in order to optimize the return to the client, we can recover stored and idle assets efficiently. Let us start the process by over viewing the equipment and material and make an appraisal of the market value with a view to purchase it.

Because of the downturn in the offshore markets its even more important than ever that companies look at their unused assets and paying in some cases large amounts to store these assets, so please contact us to see if we can move on your surplus equipment and make substantial savings on storage charges etc.

Alex Clark M.D.

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Del Norte Technology Ltd DEL NORTE TECHNOLOGY LTD 3 Douglas Avenue Brixham South Devon TQ5 9EL T: +44 (0) 1302 771116 E: laurie.smith@del-norte.co.uk Del Norte Technology Ltd is an ISO9001 2008 quality specialised Hydrographic Survey and Dredge company that supplies, installs, trains to support the industry. This includes Hypack, Hysweep and DredgePack software. Ceehydro Systems Ceescope product range together with Tritech Sidescan Sonar, Syqwest sub-bottom profiling instruments and WAASP syatem for Multi-beam Hydrographic surveys.

Equipment commonly supplied with a system are Tide Gauges and velocity profile instruments from Valeport, Mini Swath systems from Ross Industries, Novatel RTK and Hemisphere DGPS receivers with all associated parts and cables to suite.

WAASP Multi-Beam system is a new addition to our product line. We will only deal with quality products but also supply what the customer requires to satisfy the system requirements and purchased from UK representative companies where required.

Call Laurie Smith +44(0)1803 844555, Mob +44(0)7836 741288, or Neil Carter-Davies on Mob +44(0)7734165095 for a free consultation, advice and planning for you next project.

We will be at Shallow Water Conference in Plymouth with Hypack and WAASP

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B. Hepworth & Co Ltd B. HEPWORTH & CO LTD 4 Merse Road North Moons Moat Redditch Worcestershire B98 9HL T: +44 (0) 1527 61243 E: marine@b-hepworth.com W: www.b-hepworth.com

To be the Global Partner to the World Rail and Marine Industries manufacturing unique and integrated product solutions.

Recognised for providing exemplary Customer Service with World Class levels of Quality, Delivery and Life Time Cost.

LEADERS IN THE FIELD We are the global leader in the design, manufacturing and supplying of the highest quality window wiping/wash systems for the various active industries around the world.

CUSTOMER SERVICE The equipment and service we offer is without doubt the best in the industry: Delivery, Specification, Value, Reliability, and Quality are all factors considered when creating our products for customers.

DESIGN AND ENGINEERING Our design and engineering philosophy is founded on the pursuit of supplying the highest quality products and services; both of which meet the stringent requirements set by our customers and the expected standard B.Hepworth as global leader’s demands from its production facilities.

QUALITY SYSTEMS To ensure we achieve your standards, we make the effort to exceed our quality systems above all internationally accepted standards. At present we hold some of the most highly regarded accreditations in terms of manufacturing and engineering covering both the marine and rail industries respectively.

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“TO ENSURE WE ACHIEVE YOUR STANDARDS, WE MAKE THE EFFORT TO EXCEED OUR QUALITY SYSTEMS ABOVE ALL INTERNATIONALLY ACCEPTED STANDARDS. AT PRESENT WE HOLD SOME OF THE MOST HIGHLY REGARDED ACCREDITATIONS IN TERMS OF MANUFACTURING AND ENGINEERING COVERING BOTH THE MARINE AND RAIL INDUSTRIES RESPECTIVELY.”

Everard Insurance Brokers Ltd EVERARD INSURANCE BROKERS LTD T: +44 (0) 1732 224680 E: Sarah.Cracroft@ everardinsurance.co.uk W: www.everardinsurance.co.uk

“THE MARINE AND SUBSEA EQUIPMENT POLICY COVERS ALL RISKS OF ACTUAL PHYSICAL LOSS OF OR DAMAGE TO THE INSURED EQUIPMENT WHILST ENGAGED IN OPERATIONAL ACTIVITIES.”

Everard’s has traded as an independent Insurance Brokers since 1969.

Specialising in Marine and related General Trades Insurance, our exclusive arrangements with respected Insurers provide Professional Indemnity, Marine and Subsea Equipment Insurance, Marine Trades and Liabilities, incorporating Public Liability, Employers Liability and Product Liability. In addition we have Specialist Schemes, which are all complemented by our first class claims handing service.

This February, Everard’s will be launching the Offshore and Marine Professional Indemnity insurance policy.

This protects the exposure of a wide range of organisations that provide engineering and technical expertise to the Marine and Oil and Gas Offshore trades.

This includes anything from marine and offshore consultants to rig builders and designers to shipyards and Naval Architects.

The Marine and Subsea Equipment Policy covers all risks of actual physical loss of or damage to the insured equipment whilst engaged in operational activities. Additional and extended covers can include equipment (whether owned, operated or hired in), loss of revenue, wreck removal, search and rescue, debris removal, freight costs and continuing hire charges.

Everard Insurance Brokers Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. Firm reference number 308145.

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Ebbsfleet Marine Ltd EBBSFLEET MARINE LTD T: +44 (0) 7785 282 566 E: info@ebbsfleetmarine.co.uk W: www.ebbsfleetmarine.co.uk S & H Welding Services was established 12 years ago as a jobbing welding company initally welding pile reinforcement sections.

Steven Hoadley and his cousin Francis both having served trade apprenticeships are the founding partners and decided to extend the operation providing specialist welding services on mobile basis covering the HVAC market fast Boiler and Chiller Pipework Installations.

There has been no looking back since those first years and in 2008 we aquired Ebbsfleet Marine Ltd to offer Onshore and Mobile Offshore Welding repairs to the Marine Industry.

In situ site welding undertaken fully equipped service vehicles carrying cutting gear welding equipment for emergency repairs or site pipe work modification contracts.

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Sailspar: Work Boat Fendering

SAILSPAR T: +44 (0) 01206 251348 E: office@sailspar.co.uk W: www.sailspar.co.uk

We are experienced in making custom fendering. Our bow fenders are not only strong and durable but can be customised to meet the unique needs of your work boat. We are experienced in all aspects of bow fender creation, including sizing and cutting the rubber, making the plates and also shaping the fender.

We have various systems in place for holding the rubber to the boat, either by bolting directly to the boat or by fabricating cassetts.

Each of these options are made to provide a strong back to the front of the boat to spread the impact loads. Generally made from 6082 aluminium mostly in 8mm plate.

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We’re a leading UK based dredging company ML (UK) LTD 7 Kettering Terrace Mile End Portsmouth Hampshire PO2 7QH Engineering: 02392 819114 Trade Counter: 02392 819114 Dredging: 02392 824210 Here at ML (UK) Limited we make the most of our extensive history and knowledge in marine engineering and dredging by providing our clients with the expertise they expect when it comes to dredging services.

We incorporate a range of services when providing marine consultancy including pre and post dredge surveys, volume calculations, dredge profiles, risk assessments best methods availability of the necessary plant or even just a friendly chat as well as licensing and project management.

We take a look at your requirements with regards to dredging or engineering and aim to recommend a specific procedure that works for you, your clients and the environment. We can obtain and analyse the materials involved in the contract to identify the most suitable method that will comply with the Marine Management Organisation as well your individual needs.

Should you require us to advise, apply or obtain your marine licenses to undertake any marine engineering procedure which is not limited to dredging we are more than happy to assist you in the process.

Whether it’s a Marine Licence, Harbour Authority Consent, Environment Agency Consent or Planning Permission, we can help you obtain the licences required to carry out the job.

Dredging is a specialist skilled procedure that requires thorough analysis, planning and management in order to sustain efficiency and compliance. We are specialist project management consultants here at ML UK, so you can rely on us to help manage these works, whatever your requirements may be.

Our marine consultancy services also incorporate siltation surveys to monitor sediment transportation for planning of future dredging requirements. We can also obtain the samples of the proposed dredged material required.

“WE INCORPORATE A RANGE OF SERVICES WHEN PROVIDING MARINE CONSULTANCY INCLUDING PRE AND POST DREDGE SURVEYS, VOLUME CALCULATIONS, DREDGE PROFILES, RISK ASSESSMENTS BEST METHODS AVAILABILITY OF THE NECESSARY PLANT OR EVEN JUST A FRIENDLY CHAT AS WELL AS LICENSING AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT.” 23

Bainbridge International Ltd BAINBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL LTD 8 Flanders Park, Hedge End, Southampton Hampshire SO30 2FZ T: +44 (0) 1489 776030 F: +44 (0) 1489 776035 E: bainbridgemarine@ bainbrigeint.co.uk W: www.bainbridgemarine.com

With a full range of sailcloth, cover fabrics, hardware and a global sales and support network, Bainbridge is uniquely qualified and committed to supplying the world with the finest quality materials. Founded in 1917, Bainbridge International is one of the longest established sailcloth manufacturers in the world, with almost a century's experience in developing and supplying the highest quality, highest performance materials to the marine industry.

Accessories for Lifedge iPhone cases

AIRX-600N

Alloy Clamcleats

Allslip Slide System

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Giving you the freedom to explore while you keep your iPhone close by and hands-free ● Incredible water, dust and drop protection combines with complete ease of use for an amazing go anywhere, do everything piece of adventure kit ● You can use every feature of your iPhone for navigation, photography and communication, safe in the knowledge it’s 100% waterproof and protected ● Ready for the outdoors, wherever you want that to be: on the water, at the beach, on the trail or in the ffield ● There’s style as well as performance too. Created by one of London’s elite industrial designers, its strong look complimets the new iOS7

AIRX-600N (37 gsm) Grand Prix Spinnaker Fabrics combine unprecedented strength, performance and quality. ● Features exceptional burst and tear strength, allowing lighter sails to be used in higher wind ranges ● High Strength & Performance making a very versatile product for a wide range owind strengths ● Unparalleled Strength Efficiency ● Zero Porosity Finish ● Incredible Tear Strength ● Class Leading Warp, Fill & Bias Performance ● Excellent Durability ● Superb Water Repellency ● AIRX-600N: 37gsm / 0.86oz The clamcleat principle is simple. A ridged ‘V’ groove holds rope firmly, yet is devoid of any moving parts to break or seize. It allows the immediate release of the rope by a short downward pull. Always tension the rope before it entrrs the cleat to avoid damage to the cleat.

Allslip Internal Low Friction Slides. ● Seven profiles to fit most modern spars ● Precision moulded from glass fibre reinforced plastic with a PTFE impregnation ● Integral compression pad transfers load directly on to aft face of spar ● Slides can also be used as intermediates using AO35BK long reach shackle ● A114 is specially designed for use in Shelden Mast Sections fitted with flush gates

A P Diesels Ltd A P DIESELS LTD 25a Victoria Street Enfield Green Surrey TW20 0QY T: +44 (0) 1784 437 228 F: +44 (0) 1784 430 690 E: office@apdiesels.com W: www.apdiesels.com

We were established in 1953 in a time when getting good tools was expensive, but the quality was good. Now that only a select few of those authentic tools survive, we have dedicated this store to bringing the experience alive for collectors and master mechanics everywhere.

Over the years we have had lots of hands on experience with Mercedes & BMW diesel, Peugeot & Renault diesel, Citroen diesel, Toyota diesel, Mitsubishi diesel, Fiat diesel and many other diesel vehicles. We are also able to work on light commercial vehicles such as Iveco, Renault, Vauxhall, Bedford, Mercedes, Fiat, Ford and many others.

Tel: 01227 743099 Fax: 01227 743098 Email: sales@procomuk.co.uk Web: www.procomuk.co.uk

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From our location 2 miles away from Junction 13 of the M25, we can receive your components via the post or courier, or we can take your vehicle and service

Bosch Pumps You know you can trust a name like Bosch to manufacture high quality parts. We are stockists of most types of Bosch diesel pumps.

If you’re looking for a model of injector that we don’t generally stock, we will be able to order it for you direct from Bosch.

the pump and components on site.

We specialise in all technologies, including Common Rail and EUI (Electronic Unit Injectors).

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Air Charter Service Plc AIR CHARTER SERVICE PLC Millbank House 171 - 185 Ewell Road Surbiton Surrey KT6 6AP United Kingdom PRIVATE CHARTER Tel: +44 (0)20 8339 8588 CARGO CHARTER Tel: +44(0)20 8339 8555 GROUP CHARTER T: 44(0)20 8339 8577 RECEPTION T: +44 (0)20 8339 8588 W: www.aircharter.co.uk

As the son of a pilot, Chris Leach had aviation in his blood, and in 1990 from the basement of his home in Kingston Upon Thames he looked at the aircraft charter market and saw an opportunity.

Although saturated it was still missing something and his experience in the aviation industry, starting with Saturn Airways in the 70s had taught that personal service is what makes a difference. Customers want to be treated well and they want to trust who they’re dealing with – the latter being something many companies were neglecting.

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another aircraft charter company, but one that focused solely on exceptional service and building long lasting relationships with its customers. He believed that if you went that extra mile for them then they would always come back and with that blueprint he would build a business, thus Air Charter Service (ACS) was born.

After struggling to pay the mortgage whilst managing his fledgling business, Chris offered his spare room to Kingston University to house a student. Little did he know that that student, Justin Bowman, would turn out to be an aviation enthusiast whom, after spending his placement year working with Chris in the basement, would end up the CEO of ACS today.

Soon they outgrew the basement and

required more staff, so a small office above a shop in Kingston Upon Thames became the new ACS Headquarters.

After two further office moves, and now with over 300 staff worldwide, ACS is a truly global company, but that small, family mentality is still at the heart of our operations.

Whether a client is entrusting us to fly just them, other passengers or important cargo, we promise a level of personal service that goes beyond their highest expectations, while ensuring complete peace of mind throughout the entire experience.

Decades later, with a network of offices spanning North America, South America, Europe, Africa, CIS, Middle East and Asia, ACS is the proud supplier to thousands of clients worldwide, in fact we arrange close to 9,000 charters every year.

Despite this rags to riches story, our commitment to customer service has not faltered and remains the foundation of the business to this day.

Prior Diesel Ltd PRIOR DIESEL LIMITED Gapton Hall Road Gapton Hall Industrial Estate Great Yarmouth Norfolk NR31 0NL T: +44 (0) 1493 441383 F: +44 (0) 1493 441796 E: info@priordiesel.com

Prior Diesel Limited has served the oil, gas, marine, power and construction industries since 1981 and in that time, we have become distributors for many leading engine, transmission, pump and equipment manufacturers.

Our Quality manufacturing systems and fabrication is overseen and reviewed by DNV, Bereau Veritas and Lloyds.

We have developed a multi-discipline

design and build capability. This enables us to produce packaged power/process units and well service equipment.

Working in partnership with our customers we efficiently manage all elements of a project, ensuring the delivery of high quality equipment.

All our services are offered on a 24 hour 7 day a week basis.

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Whispaire has created a range of small self contained water boilers to suit different applications. DC power, standard or covered tap, constant hot water or ‘One Shot’ single boil operation - you choose.

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A company history, Scale Models Weston.

International Model Shipbuilders SCALE MODELS WESTON T: +44 (0) 1787 223322 E: info@scalemodelsweston.co.uk W: www.scalemodelsweston.co.uk Scale Models Weston, has been making high quality Ship models for the shipping industry for over 40 years, with a combined experience of the model makers adding up to many hundreds of years.

The business was started by a Mr. Norman Hill in the 70’s he ran the business and developed it for over 30 years until 2004. He was looking to retire for a couple years and had put the company up for sale.

It was at this point that Kevin Godfrey decided to take the business on. Kevin had 20 years experience in starting and building a model making business that supplied the toy industry with preproduction prototypes. The business grew from one man on the kitchen table to 32 staff mostly supplying blue chip clients like Corgi and Matchbox. We made mainly model cars, aeroplanes, figure sculpts, and licence characters, so to add ships into the mix it seemed a perfect merge of businesses.

Scale Models Weston, grew over the following 7 years, the business has almost tripled in size and supplies many companies internationally, with high quality hand crafted products. Our models have found their way into many different homes, from Ferry companies, shipyards, freight companies, embassies, museums, celebrities, and even world leaders!!

One of the main things that drew Kevin to the business is that it allowed us to make a tangible high quality product, using hand and machine skills, something that is decline in the UK. It remains my hope that I can secure these skills in this country for future generations.

OUR TEAM Our team of model makers, craftsmen, technicians, and CAD specialists, all have a passion for what they do, which allows us to make a modern master piece with each of the scale models we create.

Many of the craftsmen have been with the company from almost the start of the business. We also have a team of relatively new people that have helped expand the business infusing new ideas, production techniques to speed our models on their way.

The brand of Scale Models Weston has many followers even competitors, many of whom think of our work as an industry standard to aspire to.

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The ships and boats we make come from all parts of the industrial, military and leisure spectrum, from tugs, work boats, tankers, trawlers, power boats, dredgers, destroyers, Frigates, Aircraft carries, coastal patrol vessels, survey ships, deep sea exploration, Sailing Yachts, Motor yachts and Super Yachts, to name but a few.

From an early age ships have fascinated me, it probably started from when my father used to quote the poem from John Masefield “Cargoes” it took my imagination into far and distant lands and I saw the ships that took men to the sea and the diverse places they visited.

Later my interests were further inspired at the Science Museum, seeing the art of ship model making at its best.

MATERIALS Like the real ships, the models we make, are made from many different types of materials, wood, resin, tooling board, plastic, brass, silver and stainless steel.

The materials are chosen to replicate the detail of the vessel in the most effective way. Choosing the right material helps us get the right look, so our models emulate reality, just miniature!

The models are normally made in pairs that are commissioned by the ship yard and, one is given to the ship owner and one kept by the shipyard to act as an example of the vessels the yard has manufactured.

ANECDOTES and STORIES One of the most interesting parts of the job is visiting the shipyards, and seeing the ships being built. It gives me an opportunity to see the ships come together and we gather reference for our models. While at the yard I can also look back many years to the models that we have produced over the pasted 40 years. nearly all have survived and it is interesting to see how our quality has improved over time span.

Much of our work comes to us from either recommendations, or through direct client contact. Because we have tried to focus on quality our models are there to stay, their robustness and the care taken to assemble them, makes them durable. Years after being built, our models survive in perfect condition. We put our name on all the models we build as a mark of quality. but this also acts as a small advert, and many companies have contacted us from this and developed into good clients.

We have lost a few clients to the Far East, due to their much cheaper prices, this is starting to change though. Clients that have gone there are starting to realise, you get what you pay for. We have had several clients, return to us for

our quality and products that last. Plus our service and supply time we offer.

Even the best model in the world!

Would struggle having a fork lift truck run into it! However even if disaster strikes, it is never as bad as it looks! We have a Rescue Service, saving several clients from disasters. One show was due to start in Huston Texas in 24 hours, we flew a man and his tool box to the show, fixed our ship model on site, allowing the show to proceed for the client with the model they had taken to promote their company.

When I first took the company on I had to make my first delivery to a client. I thought the models we made were quite delicate and needed to be treated very carefully. I had loaded our delivery van and trundled of to the port, on my way to Europe. Driving on to the ferry I had to go over a set of steel plates heavily ribbed.

It felt like my models were going to be shaken to bits!!! But there was worst to come!

After leaving the ferry I continued my journey by road, only to get lost fairly promptly. I found myself in a town with cobbled streets. After a hour of driving in circles round the town’s one way system the vibration of the cobbles relentlessly shaking my models, I was expecting to find them in pieces for my delivery.

I finally found the exit and a lay-by to examine the damage I was expecting to find. I was so wrong and relieved all in the same second. The models were all intact, perfect! I am glad to say.

I relayed my story to the team of model makers, that I inherited from the previous owner, and it was explained to me that the models were meticulously put together, the larger parts are glued and screwed, the smaller items are all pinned and glued and a little bit of vibration won’t give them any problem!

Since that day I am continually reviewing how we safe guard our models to be able to withstand more and more, to avoid damage in transit.

So to the future, where to go now?

We have taken steps to ensure a growth of up to 20% a year over the last 7 years and aiming to achieve this for the foreseeable future.

We are investing in the latest technology to speed our progress.

We are constantly looking at ways of making things better and quicker.

Our clients are all blue chip from a diverse selection of industry. Currently the company has a full order book. All this is key to making the future bright and assured.

Our aim to be the best at what we do.

To deliver our models in budget, on time and to our clients brief.

Northern Divers (Eng) Ltd NORTHERN DIVERS (ENG) LTD T: +44 (0) 1482 227276 W: www.northerndivers.co.uk Northern Divers (Eng) Ltd, as the name suggests, is a diving company, but the range and sophistication of our services go well beyond the provision of men in diving suits. We specialise in underwater civil engineering, commercial diving to 50 metres, inland and coastal work (up to 12 miles offshore), harbour and dock maintenance, salvage, sluice / gate maintenance, structural inspections and repairs, windfarm operations, hydrographical surveys, bridge inspections and pipeline installations, to name but a few of our services.

With a fresh and innovative approach Northern Divers (Eng) Ltd deliver competitive, cost-effective and successful solutions.

Northern Divers (Eng) Ltd has worked on a wide variety of marine projects. We always prioritise customer satisfaction and cost-effectiveness. We are also lateral thinkers, and are able to help develop projects in a variety of practical ways. Utilising our skills, we have collaborated with some renowned companies across the globe in marine salvage, environmental projects, shipping and pipeline construction.

Northern Divers (Eng) Ltd has a reputation in the marine and diving industry for innovation, flexibility and for thinking outside of the box. We have the expertise to provide solutions, and we will assess and give practical advice on any issue.

Alternatively, we will provide services ranging from an initial assessment of a project, through to final completion.

A 'can do' approach enables us to successfully complete the most difficult projects in a cost-effective and competitive manner, resulting in savings of time and money for our clients.

WITH A FRESH AND INNOVATIVE APPROACH NORTHERN DIVERS (ENG) LTD DELIVER COMPETITIVE, COST-EFFECTIVE AND SUCCESSFUL SOLUTIONS. 32

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Marlin Marine Engineering Ltd MARLIN MARINE ENGINEERING LTD Unit 4 William Street Northam Southampton SO14 5QH T: +44 (0) 2380 231306 F: +44 (0) 2380 231318 E: sales@marlinmarine.co.uk W: www.marlinmarine.co.uk Marlin Marine was established in Southampton in 1971 by Alan Soper who brings his huge knowledge to bear providing advice for our customers in all the aspects of engine and drivetrain available to them when considering the power requirements for new vessels or the best solutions for re-engining.

Being a family business Alan is supported by his son Mark who heads up the technical side of the business offering the latest in computer diagnostics and technical support through to full engine rebuild services.

Our parts department holds the largest stock of spares available in the UK for the

full range of FPT and Iveco engines.

Managed by Derek, who possesses an encyclopaedic knowledge of engines and spares after 35 years in the industry, the

parts department can assist you quickly and dispatch parts in record time to ensure your boat is always ready for sea and downtime is kept to an absolute minimum.

Energy Solutions ENERGY SOLUTIONS George Summers Close Medway City Estate Rochester Kent ME2 4EL T: +44 (0) 1634 290772 F: +44 (0) 1634 290773

Energy Solutions is a comprehensive panel building, electrical power and alternative manufacturing and distribution business.

Innovative Design and Manufacture The core activities of the company involve the innovative design and manufacture of sophisticated monitoring and control panels for marine, off grid, commercial and vehicle industries.

Alongside this, the business is in a unique position of developing and manufacturing it's own range of products for a variety of electrical power requirements.

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High Quality Distribution As well as our own range of products we distribute key, complementary products from leading worldwide manufacturers to ensure we offer a full system approach for our customers.

Customer Lead Systems By being able to supply a full range of power and monitoring products we are able to work with customers to create unique and effective systems. To stay

ahead we continually look forward in the marketing, reviewing and developing of products which address our client's needs and meet the increasingly sophisticated demands of end users.

This approach has won us business from a wide range of worldwide customers including private clients, industrial organisations, specialist vehicle suppliers, and OEM boat builders.

Specialises in marina and industrial power products and is the leading supplier of FPT (Iveco) power products

With over 38 years of experience, 32 of which as the leading FPT (Iveco) dealer, Marlin Marine have established themselves as the centre of excellence for boat builders, fishermen, private boat owners, rescue organisations and power generation suppliers.

Whatever your marine or industrial power requirements are; pleasure, commercial or rescue, Marlin Marine have a range of power options from 30 up to 825 BHP that provide a cost effective, environmentally sound and efficient solution.

• New build consultancy services to ensure the best option is chosen • Specialist repower services • Full technical support services with latest diagnostic tools • In house full rebuild and overhaul services • Seven day a week support available

Marlin Marine Engineering Ltd, Unit 4, William Street, Northam, Southampton SO14 5QH

Tel 02380 231306 • Fax 02380 231318 • www.marlinmarine.co.uk • sales@marlinmarine.co.uk

Morgan Marine Insurance MORGAN MARINE INSURANCE T: +44 (0) 1277 22 44 40 E: info@morganmarineinsurance.co.uk W: www.morganmarineinsurance.co.uk

Prestige, Jeanneau (inc Merry Fisher) and many more boats for Sale, Boat Brokerage and Chandlery from Morgan Marine, Essex, UK Founded by L H Morgan in 1971 and now in our third generation, Morgan Marine is a family-run boatyard with a longstanding reputation for new and used boat sales, boat brokerage and our well-stocked chandlery in Brightlingsea, Essex, UK. We are a distributor of www.morganmarine.com/prestigeboats/Default.aspx"Prestige luxury motor yachts, www.morganmarine.com/jeanneauboats/Default.aspx"Jeanneau motor boats (including Merry Fisher, NC, Cap Camarat and Leader),. Stocking and exhibiting at four national boat shows, and have a wide range of new and secondhand boats including affordable used yachts and RIBs. For all of our boat sales, we provide outstanding customer care; our team of 15 includes a dedicated after sales care manager, fully trained engineers and a support crew of two. Our workshop offers boat repairs and servicing for all types of marine engines as well as boat maintenance, electronic fitouts etc.

Our facilities, open 7 days a week, cover 5 acres of land and 5 acres of water in an ideal location on the East Anglian coast, within easy reach of Kent, Thames and Suffolk rivers. In addition to boat sales and brokerage, the boatyard provides moorings, winter and summer storage and Park and Ride services. We can deliver boats to customers in the UK, Europe and beyond.

From our converted 19th century sail loft, Morgan Marine also run an extensive chandlery store to provide for all of your marine supply needs. Our clothing department is well-stocked with leading brands in outdoor and boating gear. Open 7 days a week - we also sell from our www.morganmarinedirect.com online shop.

Morgan Marine Boat Sales The Boatyard, Shipyard Estate, Brightlingsea, Colchester, Essex UK

Our Commercial Marine Policies are available to numerous types of operations. For example: Trawlers/ Singletons and/or Fleets Workboats & Windfarm Boats Commercial Skipper Charter Operations (UK, Europe, Mediterranean & Caribbean) Commercial Charter Diving, Angling & Sightseeing Boats Commercial Potters, Netters & Dredgers Tug Boats, Survey Boats, Rescue & Patrol Boats Passenger Ferry Boat Mussel Farming Specialist Operations such as cable laying, pile driving, dredging If not listed please enquire.

Our policies can be adapted to your specific requirements regardless of the size of your operation. Commercial marine policies are subject to all appropriate licences being held and in force at all times. The licence sets out where you can fish, what you are not allowed to fish and the limits for the stocks you are allowed to fish and land.

The limit of cover offered will depend on your needs, for example if you require:Crew Liability and/or Passenger Liability Third Party Liability or Full P&I Cover up to a maximum of $100million Machinery Damage Personal Accident for Skipper & Crew members Port Risk Only Laid-up Builder Risk Named Wind Storm Cover – Caribbean Employers Liability on land Specialist operations risks arising from activities such as dredging, cable laying and pile driving.

Pollution liabilities Legal & Defence The list is endless.

Our specialist team are here to assist and help you with all your enquiries. We will work alongside you to understand exactly what insurance is required and we can arrange for our insurers to tailor it accordingly.

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If you have any type of mechanical driv speed range capabilities, it is perfect for all types of front PTO drives, with easy in-situ replacement, overcoming all types of misalignment problems at the same time.

It is compatible with any kind of electric or diesel engine and typical applications include plant and industrial equipment, generator sets, compressors, pumps, hydraulic drive and marine drives.

CENTA TRANSMISSIONS LTD T: +44 (0) 1274 531034 E: post@centa-uk.uk W: www.centa-uk.co.uk Mechanical power transmissions experts, Centa Transmissions, will be showing examples of their extensive range of innovative drive products for the oil and gas industry at Offshore Europe, stand 4E80.

Centa has produced flexible couplings for all types of diesel engine drives since 1979. With a coupling for every type of marine drive imaginable, from workboats and fast ferries, to industrial equipment for offshore applications, there is a Centa flexible coupling featuring there somewhere.

You can also find ATEX approved couplings, the new range of electromagnetic clutches, CENTAWAVE coupling for testing Multi MW wind turbine drives, shafts and gears for diverse, heavy duty situations.

CENTAFLEX-A flexible couplings CENTAFLEX-A is one of Centa’s most

CENTAFLEX-A flexible coupling

versatile shaft-to-shaft, torsionally soft flexible couplings, offering the ability to twist giving excellent misalignment correction capacity that’s far greater than other dual type couplings.

ATEX Approved, CENTAFLEX-A is ideal for all types of electric and diesel drives.

Having high performance variable high-

CENTA Electromagnetic Clutch range Covering both ends of the PTO spectrum, Centa’s EMC offering includes small 100Nm clutches through to a 13,000Nm size product. New additions to the EMC range include the EMC-1 unit with a YASA generator, which provides a range of options for auxiliary power in a single unit.

Complementing the range is the new EMC compact option which now has alternative hydraulic pump or electric drive options for even greater operating flexibility.

ve problem, Centa will help you solve it backlash gear units, high precision robotic drives and Cycloidal speed reducers, plus heavy duty industrial planetary gears for a multitude of applications.

CENTAWAVE ‘CENTAWAVE’ is a torsionally stiff and homokinetic link coupling that facilitates for angular misalignments of up to 12 degrees and torques from three to 20,000 kNm, used primarily to test wind turbine drives and offshore renewable products before installation.

The zero backlash high precision speed reducer FINE CYCLO F4CFS-UA 115 for robotic systems is the only speed reducer of this high capacity available anywhere in the world.

Gears and Gearboxes Partnered with the World’s foremost gear manufacturers, Centa creates innovative drive solutions that may integrate any type of gearbox, from small precision face gears, precision planetary, low

Couplings for marine drives The CENTAFLEX-RS is a robust roller coupling with a progressive torsional characteristic and very low stiffness at low speed, making it ideal for eradicating gearbox chatter.

With a torque range of 2.5 to 300KNm, CENTAX-SEC-L is a highly elastic link coupling with excellent misalignment capability, perfect for use in soft-mounted drives. The rubber element allows high torsional and radial flexibility, enhanced by the axial and angular flexibility provided by the links.

The CENTAMAX range of highly elastic

DINAMIC OIL gear for a crane winch

couplings is ideal for controllable pitch propeller installations.

For more information, visit the Centa team on stand 4E80 at Offshore Europe, telephone 01274 531034 or visit the website.

Marina Deck has one of the highest degrees of slip-resistance ever measured for walkways Marina Deck ...designed for the future

Johnson Valves turns 60 JOHNSON VALVES T: +44 (0) 23 8066 9666 W: www.johnsonvalves.com

“TRADITIONALLY, THE COMPANY HAS SUPPLIED MANUALLY ACTUATED VALVES – WITH HAND WHEELS, LEVERS OR GEARBOXES – THEY HAVE NOW DEVELOPED THEIR OWN IN-HOUSE

Southampton based Johnson Valves is celebrating 60 years as a supplier of valves, meters, gauges and related products to the marine market.

Managing Director, Stuart Robertson believes that the company’s flexibility and willingness to change with the times, along with a “small, committed workforce of long-serving personnel”, has helped to ensure its longevity and continued success.

GJ Johnson & Sons Limited was formed in 1954, initially as a supplier of ship’s telegraphs. As that technology was superseded, the company moved into more general engineering supplies and then more specifically valves and fittings. As the marine industry in Southampton declined, the company

OFFERING OF ELECTRIC, PNEUMATIC AND HYDRAULIC ACTUATORS.” developed other areas of expertise such as steam, process and industrial valves.

The resurgence of the UK marine industry has however, enabled Johnson Valves to once again concentrate more resources into this area.

Johnson Valves has also been flexible with its supply chain too. As a result, the company has developed strong links with a number of UK and European suppliers and was most recently appointed UK distributor for Scandinavian valve specialist, Meson AB.

Going forward, Mr Robertson said that as a small company in a competitive market, it will continue to invest and develop. Traditionally, the company has supplied manually actuated valves – with hand wheels, levers or gearboxes – they have now developed their own in-house offering of electric, pneumatic and hydraulic actuators.

Johnson Valves now imports its own ranges of electric and pneumatic actuators and can design packages to customers bespoke requirements.

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B & C Reconditioning B & C RECONDITIONING T: +44(0) 1980 623210 F: +44(0) 1980 625176 E: sales@bcreconditioning.co.uk For over thirty years, B & C Reconditioning (Gears) Ltd has been providing a quality service to the construction, quarrying, mining, dredging, marine, access platform, port authority, brickworks, steelworks and lifting industries. B & C offers quality refurbishment on all types and makes of slew rings, turning circles, slew pinions, bevel gears, spur pinions and spur wheels.

Quality Assured B & C Reconditioning (Gears) Ltd recognise Quality Assurance as a vital and integral function in ensuring that the company supplies goods and services in accordance with BS EN ISO 9001: 2008.

Unrivalled Expertise B & C's highly qualified staff apply their experience and knowledge to offer the very best in reconditioning. Specialised welding techniques are carried out by approved welders. Advanced equipment is used for heat treatment and all testing standards are in accordance with requirements of BS EN ISO 9001 2008.

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MISTLEY MARINE AND LEISURE LTD Northumberland Wharf, Anchor Lane Manningtree, Mistley, Essex CO11 1NG Mobile: 07850208918 Landline: (01206) 392127 Email: davidfoster05@aol.com

A comprehensive range from an expert team CENTRAL COMPRESSOR CONSULTANTS Unit 15 Daniels Industrial Estate Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 3TJ T: +44 (0) 1453 840333 F: +44 (0) 1453 762331 E: sales@centralcompressors.com Whether you're seeking a compressor for an industrial application, seismic exploration, a breathing air supply or just about any other purpose, Central Compressors has the answer. As specialists in high compression, we offer a range of solutions for all gas and air applications up to 6500 psi, from the hire of portable compressors to purposedesigned systems for applications such as offshore oil and gas prospecting.

Our range is backed up by a comprehensive after-sales service, spares supply, expertise in legal requirements, a breathing air purity analysis service - even financial packages to suit you.

High-pressure gas & air compressors Most of the UK's major gas users come to us for expertise in all aspects of gas handling. Typical applications include: • Recovery of CO² from fermentation • Bulk transfer of hydrogen or helium from tube trailers to ground storage • Recovery of helium used in cryogenic applications or for diving, where it would be uneconomical to waste large amounts of gas • Compression of gas as a vehicle fuel Systems are designed and manufactured to meet the requirements of each specific process. We can offer

Experts in compressors and compressor systems Central Compressor Consultants was established in 1993 by a small group of compressor specialists who had been working for the leading compressor manufacturers. It has since established an enviable reputation for the supply of compressor expertise and equipment to the manufacturing, offshore, seismic, power generation, fire and rescue and scuba diving industries.

As specialists in high compression we offer a range of solutions for all gas and

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pressures up to 6500 psi and capacities up to 1000m3/hr.

Breathing air compressors Whether you are using your breathing air for recreational scuba diving or firefighting, we have the right equipment. Our range includes compressors from 70 LPM upwards, with working pressures up to more than 5000 psig. They can be supplied as individual breathing-air systems for building into your equipment or as a pre-assembled package with matched filters or dryers to provide a supply that meets with all recognised standards for breathing air.

Oil Free Oil Free Compressors serviced and supplied by us are used in environments where high quality air is at a premium.

Instrumentation and control, surface demand living, low pressure breathing air for hazardous environments and other exacting applications, typically hospitals, food processing, wine bottling, heating and ventilating - all areas where customers cannot rely on filtration alone and 100% Oil Free Air is required.

190 Series A cost effective range of single, twin or four cylinder single-stage reciprocating compressors. The use of carbon rings in a chrome lined cylinder gives completely oil free delivery, Air cooling is a standard feature but some water cooled options are available. Low piston speeds promote

quiet running, better volumetric efficiency and increased wear life. Running at speeds from 500 – 1000 rpm, free air delivery up to 130 scfm (221 m3/hr) is obtainable in operating pressure ranges between 60 and 125 psig (4.0-8.4 bar).

Power requirements are from 7.5 to 40hp (5.6 to 30kW). An efficient air blast cooler gives air discharge temperatures less the 10°C above ambient.

690 Series Top quality air for instrumentation and control, breathing air and other demanding applications is provided by this two-stage design. Dynamic balancing with vee construction gives smooth vibration-free running and high reliability. This range has found many uses in arid, hot, and marine environments where air cooling can be an advantage. Speeds from 500 to 1200 rpm give outputs to 240 scfm (403m3/hr); versions are available for operation at pressures from 60-150 psig (4-10 bar).

640/670 Series High pressure capability - up to 350 psig (24 bar) - is a main feature of the 670 series of two-stage twin and four cylinder compressors. The standard versions are air cooled but some water cooled options are available. The specification includes integral inter and after coolers and the machines are ideal for providing surface demand diving air, breathing air for hazardous environments, and for instrumentation and control applications demanding higher pressures.

air applications up to 6500 psi, from the hire of portable compressors to purposedesigned systems for demanding applications such as offshore oil and gas prospecting.

More than 400 years’ experience The CCC team has more than 400 years’ collective experience in the high compression business. Our clients know us for our responsive service, the depth of our expertise and our ability to respond to technical challenges quickly and efficiently.

Our customers receive the same high level of service and attention whether they are buying a brand new machine or a replacement gasket.

To ensure we offer the best possible service to our customers, we have incorporated the ISO 9001 quality standard.

Some of the Central Compressors team: left to right Kevin Bailey, Sean Overthrow, Bob Haines, John Leary, Richard Williams, Paul Mason, Greg Didus, Dave Bater, Trevor Bees and Paul Norris

We know how important it is to keep downtime to the minimum. Our service department operates a fleet of fullyequipped service vehicles - so one of our highly-qualified service engineers can be on site in a matter of hours.

Scania Engines a companion to count on SCANIA ENGINES T: +44 (0) 7831 687964 T: +44 (0) 7898 831089 E: engines.sgb@scania.com

There’s always work that has to be done.

No matter the weather. No matter the time of day. So whatever the task at hand, the heart of the vessel must do its job efficiently, safely and economically. A companion to count on. At Scania, we took all this into consideration when developing the new line-up of marine engines based on our latest engine platform. Featuring compact dimensions, a wide range of power ratings and Scania’s dedicated application support – all the way from the initial 3D-models to the final installation – our new engine platform provide a new level of simplicity and performance for demanding boat designers. The end-result: Cutting-edge solutions for propulsion that helps operators and boat owners all over the world to push the limits of dependability, fuel efficiency and operating economy.

Power at work, unlimited.

Modularity for simplicity.

The fact that every Scania engine model is built from identical basic components means unique flexibility and costefficiency when designing, building and servicing vessels. Furthermore, the modular system contributes to higher parts availability, minimum waste and simplified training of staff. If you know one Scania engine, you know them all.

Controlling emissions and fuel economy.

At Scania, we embrace every effort to reduce the effects on climate and environment. This is why emission control goes hand in hand with reduced fuel consumption without compromising power output and torque. Whichever specification you choose, you can rest

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assured of that every cubic millimetre of fuel is taken care of in the cleanest and most economical way possible. A vital part of the system is the Scania PDE fuel injection that makes continuous, precise adjustments to ensure optimal fuel delivery in all conditions. The result: Optimised fuel economy and massive power output, coupled with extreme reliability and low emissions.

Scania design features.

The Scania saver ring is a good example of our in-house developed technologies.

Fitted inside the cylinder, it removes soot and other residue from the upper part of the piston. Another feature is the Scania centrifugal oil cleaner which is a proven

and extremely dependable solution for making oil filtration more effective. Last but not least is the Scania oil, which is developed and tested for heavy duty operation. These are some examples how Scania design features reduces wear and extends engine life, thus contributing to Scania’s renowned dependability and operating economy. A Scania engine is compact and impressively streamlined by default, which makes it ideal to build into any vessel. And since the engine “footprint” is practically identical compared to the earlier Scania engine generation, life is simplified both when designing new boats and when repowering. For every engine model 9 – 13- or 16-litre – there is a complete line-up of power ratings to choose from covering 220 to 1000 HP.

Seafari Marine Services Ltd SMS Ltd T: +44 (0) 1852 300341 E: marineservicesoban@ seafari.co.uk W: www.seafarimarineservices.co.uk

Seafari Marine Services Ltd (SMS) is an ISO 9001 accredited and Achilles FPAL registered company specializing 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. SMS Ltd has a conducted a wide variety of tasks for many different companies on long and short term charter with the majority of contracts running simultaneously. Current clients include major Tidal Energy Developers, Offshore Windfarm Developers, Offshore Construction Companies and Government Bodies. Our five 10 and 11m RIBs can be modified in-house to suit a clients individual requirements.

Our aim as a company is to ensure that safe, dry, versatile and modern multi role support vessels, complete with a quality assured and comprehensive support infrastructure, are available to the Offshore Renewables and Construction Industries throughout the UK and Europe.

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Atlantas Marine - Eyes for hire ATLANTAS MARINE LTD Atlantas House Armoury Road Yeovil Somerset BA22 8RL T: +44 (0) 1935 426000 E: info@atlantasmarine.com W: www.atlantasmarine.com The economics of underwater observation and inspection can be quite complicated.

When a surveyor, an engineer or an official needs to take a look at something under water the costs and the practicalities can prove to be a challenge of their own. This is how Atlantas Marine has been able to unravel the complications by providing a service that quickly and efficiently lets eyes into some of the world’s most inhospitable locations.

Whenever the need for underwater inspection has arisen the traditional instruction has always been to “Send down a diver,” but that has become far more complicated since health and safety rules have tightened. A highly trained professional diver is a valuable asset whose safety is paramount but this can make a simple inspection expensive and complicated. Divers must work in pairs with strict limits on the depths and duration of their work. Although divers are trained in a range of skills, surveyors and

engineers can also often find that there is no substitute for seeing something for themselves.

The development of the observation class remotely operated vehicle (ROV) has become the obvious solution and the success of Atlantas Marine has been built on selling VideoRay and Ocean Modules observation class ROVs MD Charlie Foll to a wide variety of customers throughout the world. Company managing director Charlie Foll is in no doubt about the benefits his customers have gained from owning and operating their own ROVs and this is how the company has become the top VideoRay dealer outside the USA. “For many people, however, owning an ROV is only the beginning of the story,” said Charlie Foll. “Although our ROVs are easy to operate, it can take a lot of experience to become ready for tasks that are more demanding than simple inspections. The ROV operator may have to manage a mass of live information from the ROV’s sensors, sonars and tools, often in a stressful situation with high currents and low visibility, while maintaining good ROV situational

awareness. Observing a drill string during offshore drilling operations from a jack-up drill rig, or inspecting an offshore wind turbine can both present such challenges.

“This is why an increasing number of organisations are using the Atlantas Marine inspection service. Our VideoRay and Ocean Modules ROVs can be airfreighted anywhere in the world and our experienced ROV pilots can be making their first underwater inspections less than half an hour after arriving at a work site. With our detailed knowledge of observation technology we also know the best tools available for a particular job and how to use them. Small 3D sonars that can see through murky water, acoustic tracking systems, hull thickness measurement tools and the technique of locating leaks with dye monitoring are just some of the skills that that we can provide on a phone call.”

With small ROVs now capable of many of the observation tasks previously assigned to larger vehicles Atlantas Marine is proving that underwater inspection can be both practical and economical.

“A HIGHLY TRAINED PROFESSIONAL DIVER IS A VALUABLE ASSET WHOSE SAFETY IS PARAMOUNT BUT THIS CAN MAKE A SIMPLE INSPECTION EXPENSIVE AND COMPLICATED.”

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INGRAM CRANE AND MACHINERY LTD Suppliers of Quality Used Shipyard Machinery, Cranes, & Marine Equipment E mail : alastairingram@craneandmachine.com TEL: Office +44 141 884 1282 Mobile/Cell +44 7771 808889

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Echomax Radar Reflectors ECHOMAX RADAR REFLECTORS T: +44 (0) 1371 830216 F: +44 (0) 1371 881733 E: echomaxsales@aol.com W: www.echomax.co.uk Echomax was formed in 1998 and manufacture Active-X and XS dual band the only known radar target enhancer in the world, and a comprehensive range of rigid PE and inflatable passive stacked corner, circular and trihedral corner target reflectors with responses from 815000m2.

Previously called a ‘Black Art’ we have brought respectability to radar reflector manufacture as we test each and every product and publish the QinetiQ test data on www.echomax.co.uk. When you buy one of our radar reflectors you know exactly what it does!

Every product is designed and manufactured in house.

Echomax radar reflectors are sold worldwide to many foreign navies for sea and missile target use. Following a years sea trials by the US Nuclear Subpac fleet Hawai, Nuclear submarines now use our EM305PE for enhanced visibility when surfaced.

Our EM400 array was chosen by the Canadian Coastguard for their 300 new offshore buoys – We were advised that they were delighted with the response that proved all the QinetiQ anechoic test data.

Our EM230 and EM230BR are certified to ISO 8729-1997 with Ships Wheel Marks Certification for lifeboats and rescue craft: EMA03i is SOLAS certified for liferaft use: Our Active XS (RTE) meets ISO 8729-2.

We also offer custom made radar reflectors for many of the worlds top buoy manufacturers. They are used on buoys, land hazards and on bridges over large rivers in Europe.

Andrew Ridley chose to put our EM305 arrays on his Eason buoys in the Tyne and Tees rivers, he received unsolicited calls from Captains complimenting him on the radar images of his buoys, on the outer approaches he had two 5m buoys fitted with our EM400 arrays.

We have recently extended our product range to include: • Active RTE now available with fitted LED all round, tri-white or combi navigation lights • NEW 12 inch – 32cm round octahedral flat pack with QinetiQ test data report • NEW – 18 inch flat pack octahedral with QinetiQ test data report • NEW EM325 passive up grade radar reflector for buoys, land hazards with QinetiQ test data report 80m2 • NEW EM230 Compact + – Available in 10 weeks - Compact one stack with enhanced array giving a massive response of 12M2available with LED or light of your choice – with QinetiQ test data report We also make the AQUAMATE SOLAR STILL and PROVITA smoke hood. The Solar Still has been used for many years by foreign Navies and armed forces.

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Thames Link Marine barge movements and river buses passing regularly through the Bridge.

THAMES LINK MARINE LTD 48 Tyneham Road London SW11 5XN T: +44 (0) 20 7738 2702 E: thameslinkmarine@ btopenworld.com W: www.thameslinkmarine.co.uk Thames Link Marine Ltd connects the River Thames via the Brentford and Limehouse canals and coastal ports along the Thames.

With our years of experience we aim to provide our customers with reliable, skilled services. Each job is priced according to a method statement which includes risk assessments and compliance with relevant safety procedures.

Thames Link Marine Ltd is a major player in marine support on the River Thames offering a wide range of services including: • Advise/consultation on technical marine issues • Providing certified staff at short notice We have proved successful and resourceful in undertaking and assisting in all types of marine activities.

Civil Engineering We offer a full range of marine services on the River Thames and its tributaries.

They include: • Tugs to 330 hp – Workboats (road transportable) – Barges – Pontoons We also supply: • Regatta Support – Licensed Waste Carrier – Film Work – Pilotage Recent contracts include: • EDF power. Supplying safety boat/pontoon/scissor lift • Cannon Railway Bridge. Safety boat and jack-up barge • Ship attendance. Balmoral and Waverly Steam Ship

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Houseboat Towage Whilst working with boatyards for many years we have built up strong working relationships with them, by picking up houseboats from most moorings and delivering to the relevant boatyards.

We are currently supplying marine craft and plant for the major refurbishment of Battersea Railway Bridge.

The only access for materials and personnel during the programme is by water.

We are using 3 vessels: Tug, personnel carrier and safety boats as well as supplying barges (from Wood Hall & Heward Ltd) and pontoons. The refurbishment started in May’13, during which time trains services have continued, as does river traffic with tug &

Recently we have moved boats from / to: • Chelsea Yacht and Boat Company • Cadogan Pier • MSO Marine – Brentford • BJ Woods – Richmond • Eel Pie Island – Twickenham

Battersea Rail Battersea Railway Bridge is one of the oldest bridges in central London.

All marine services are provided by us. Gordon McCann is also marine superintendent for this job. Gordon is well placed for this role having worked on 22 river bridge jobs in London since 1976.

Thames Link Marine is using three vessels; a small tug Thames Link 27 (exNitrica), a 12-seater personnel carrier and a low-sided safety boat. Additional pontoons have been hired in from various marine operators and the barges are supplied by Wood Hall and Heward, canal and river barge operators.

As a tug must be on site at all times Gordon McCann has purchased the “Plashy” an ex-PLA tosher, built in 1951 for use in the Royal Docks.

Along with this, TLM has also acquired a versatile crane barge (TLM Atlas) powered by an Iveco 360hp engine driving twin jet drives. The 57 ft x 17ft barge has incredibly low draft of 18 inches, and is equipped with a cherry picker with 43ft reach, and a 4.5 tonne Hiab crane. The latest addition to the fleet is the “Bostonian” – a 20 metre tug. Built in 1967 by Richard Dunstan of Thorne for the Port of Boston. Powered by a Ruston 650hp engine. She is classed as Category 3 (20 miles from save haven).

So 2014/15 is an exciting time for Thames Link Marine. With the addition of the Bostonian and the crane barge, this makes Thames Link Marine a major operator on the Thames and its tributaries.

As well as supplying marine equipment, we also have the local knowledge and expertise needed for various contracts.

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BVD Marine Ltd

BVD MARINE LTD T: +44 (0) 1983 532727 F: +44 (0) 000000000000 W: www.coasterworworkboats.co.uk

COASTWORKER BOATS are manufactured by BVD Marine Ltd, a company based on the Isle of Wight which also has a workshop in Southampton. BVD Marine started out originally as Aberdeen Boat Centre in 1988 and has been involved in the offshore industry for many years.

Michael Brackenbury who is the Managing Director started work in the offshore industry in 1975 when the North Sea was in the exploration phase. He gathered a wealth of knowledge regarding high speed craft for rapid intervention, firefighting, fast rescue, diving and other associated operations which were required at that time.

Since then the requirements for small boats offshore have developed and a different breed of support boat is now in demand. Performance and fuel economy are now of paramount importance and high speed, lightweight, high capacity boats which are able to run for long periods without refuelling are now required for the ever-expanding offshore industry.

Although widely used in the past, rigid inflatable boats or RIBs as they are better known, are no longer able to satisfy all the requirements needed offshore. Hard boats or rigid craft in materials such as aluminium are becoming far more popular and are proving that a versatile boat with large deck space and load carrying capabilities can perform better than the RIBs currently available which have somewhat limited deck space and inflatable collars which are vulnerable to punctures and changes in air temperature.

A heavy duty workboat with solid fendering and a forward cabin or cuddy has a great deal more scope than an open RIB. With a carefully designed hull providing good seakeeping characteristics

and greater stability, the FASTWORKER range of COASTWORKER BOATS has many advantages over conventional craft.

Twin diesel engines, large fuel tanks and ample protection for the crew are all features of FASTWORKER BOATS. The smaller COASTWORKER workboats have single diesel installations The FASTWORKER 25 is fitted with two Hyundai 2.2L 170HP diesel engines driving through Mercruiser Bravo 1X sterndrives with counter-rotating propellers. This set up provides enormous acceleration and a high top speed well in excess of 30 knots, while allowing the boat to cruise at 20 knots for some 10 hours, giving it a range of almost 200 nautical miles. It also has huge pulling power for towing either other boats or oil spill containment devices which need rapid deployment. Its light displacement of approx. 2 tons makes it ideal for deployment from a mother ship or for easy transportation by road trailer.

Its versatility as an all-round general

purpose workboat means that it can perform a multitude of roles. Its rugged construction means that it will take some considerable punishment but in the event of damage, can be easily and quickly repaired and put back into operation with the minimum of down time.

COASTWORKER BOATS have the option of being fitted with either inboard petrol or diesel engines, or single or twin outboard petrol engines, depending on the precise needs of the customer.

BVD Marine plan to build larger prototype versions of approximately 30 and 35 feet in length that will all have the same dynamic features with the additional advantage of being able to be custom built to suit each prospective customer’s specific requirements.

For further information on the COASTWORKER RANGE of workboats, including the FASTWORKER 25 and others, please contact Mike Brackenbury at www.coasterworkerboats.co.uk. or call (44) 01983 532727 or 07747 848518

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Pontoon Hire Ltd PONTOON HIRE LTD Priory Farm House Wrabness, Manningtree Essex CO11 2TA T: +44 (0) 1255 880720 E: info@pontoonhire.co.uk Pontoon Hire is made up of a small, but dedicated team of professionals looking to promote our "working on water" solutions to make sure working on or near water is carried out in a health and safety conscious, yet efficient manner.

Since Pontoon Hire was established we have enjoyed continued success.

However, we don’t rest on our laurels and continue to look for customers who aren’t aware of our solutions. We also continue to search for innovative equipment that will complement our existing range and benefit both our existing customers and those we have yet to do business with.

We consider our approach to clients as a partnership looking to build on a relationship and do business many times over. We would welcome the opportunity to work with you and can be contacted on the numbers above.

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Ships Electronic Services SHIPS ELECTRONIC SERVICES T: +44 (0) 1634 295500 E: sales@ses-marine.com E: service@ses-marine.com W: www.ses-marine.com Ships Electronic Services, or as is it more commonly known SES, has built an enviable reputation over the last 40 years for professional service and the ability to supply, install and maintain the worlds most advanced marine electronics.

Working within the entire spectrum of marine related applications such as superyacht, commercial workboat, shipping, naval and oil and gas, SES engineers have experience in advanced maritime technology from satellite and other on-board communications to bridge controls, navigation and entertainment systems.

The high standards of service offered

by SES has been recognised my many of the industry’s leading manufacturers such as Raytheon Anschutz appointing SES as its sole distributor and service provider in the UK, while mobile satellite communications specialist, Iridium, appointed SES as a warranty service provider for the UK. SES is also the UK’s Onboard Service Centre for Cobham Satcom.

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“A 24 HOUR SEVEN DAY A WEEK SERVICE AND SUPPORT LINE IS OPERATED BY PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS CAPABLE OF TALKING THROUGH PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS WHENEVER A PROBLEM OCCURS EVEN WHILE CREW ARE AT SEA.” Netherlands based Praxis Automation and Technology manufactures navigation and automation electronics for the global shipping industry and has been a supplier to SES for some time. This year the company has also selected SES to become its sole UK product distribution and service centre.

As SES has expanded its capabilities and services it has ensured its quality and control systems have developed to provide its customers with the level of service expected for professional operations. One of the few marine electronics service providers accredited with ISO 9001, SES has gained further accreditation in the Oil & Gas industry being FPAL registered and all engineers working on Oil & Gas rigs being RGIT trained. Other certifications

include Lloyds Register for survey and servicing of radio communications equipment, Bureau Veritas and ABS certifications.

Robust and reliable communications aboard a vessel are of prime importance to the operation and safety of the vessel and crew. To that end SES has become expert in the supply and installation of intercom systems, working with Clear-Com a global leader in critical voice communication. The unique design of Clear-Com’s wireless intercom systems help them operate interference-free, which is essential for ensuring safety on-board large vessels. Being wireless devices, crew are free to roam around the vessel without audio fade or losing communication altogether. SES is now

the sole marine distributor and service centre for the UK and Ireland and offshore for Clear-Com products.

To provide fast and efficient service to the main ports of the UK, SES has built a network of 8 centres around the coast from Aberdeen and Grangemouth, which specialise in service to the Oil & Gas and commercial fishing industries, through Liverpool, Grimsby and the company headquarters in Rochester. The Poole service centre handles electronics and communications supply to both the commercial shipping and

leisure boating markets, with other facilities in Plymouth and Cornwall.

Factory trained engineers are able to install, service and supply to shipyards and ports around the UK and where needed for customers operating vessels further afield.

A 24 hour seven day a week service and support line is operated by professional engineers capable of talking through problems and solutions whenever a problem occurs even while crew are at sea.

It is not only the top manufacturers that have recognised SES as a trustworthy partner in marine electronics, many of the UK’s major shipping companies and operators choose to work with SES as a preference. The Type 45 Daring Class destroyers saw SES installations of intercom and other equipment, while BP Shipping awarded SES the contract to fit satellite communications to 25 of its vessels. SES also installed navigation and communications for the first Hybrid Ferries built by

Ferguson Shipyards. North Star Shipping (Aberdeen) Ltd has become SES’s first customer for the new Praxis Machine Alarm and Monitoring system installed on “Grampian Frontier”. The National Oceanographic Centre research vessels, “RRS Discovery” and “RRS James Cooke” have both been fitted with KVH HD TV systems by SES. In the leisure market Sunseeker is a long standing customer of SES for the supply, installation and maintenance of satellite communications and entertainment systems.

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Battley Marine Ltd BATTLEY MARINE LTD East End House, Billingford, Dereham Norfolk NR20 4RA T: +44 (0) 1362 668641 E: batmar@croftsk.fsnet.co.uk W: www.battleymarine.com Battley Marine Ltd is a small, family-run, team of fender specialists initially established, in 1979, to fill an identified gap in the pneumatic fender market for servicing and repair; so successful was this venture that we were the first fender repair company accredited by Yokohama Worldwide.

The company has expanded, in line with the market, and is currently able to supply a comprehensive range of ship, harbour and canal protection including: heavy duty pneumatic, floating closed-cell foam, inflatable, cone, cell, element, arch, cylindrical, shear, roller, and all shapes and sizes of extruded rubber including D-type and square. We pride ourselves on being able to source, within reason, any fender requirement you may have: new, previously owned, or to hire.

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From our Norfolk base, we can provide for all your fendering requirements.

In 2012 we were proud to enter into a joint venture with Trelleborg Marine, for the launch of their newly established UK hire fleet of pneumatic and foam-filled fenders. These fenders are stored and maintained at our Norfolk base and can be shipped anywhere in the World, to suit the clients’ requirements. We are able to offer a comprehensive range of fenders, for hire, from relatively small sizes to very large sizes, at highly competitive rates, with the option of mooring ropes supplied at no extra cost.

We also manufacture Batmar Super Sliding Fender, the highly successful outcome of a venture into recycling with the aim of finding a cost effective, environmentally friendly, replacement for wood facings and rubbing strips. This UK manufactured product has been supplied worldwide, in a range of profiles, as a green alternative to tropical hardwood. It

is extruded from recycled, highdensity polyethylene.

This plastic fender cuts and drills identically to wood and has no need for additional chamfers as it has a natural radius. More importantly, it has a unique, low-friction, sliding quality and unlike wood, it does not split or decay and is totally resistant to marine or freshwater borers.

Battley Marine Ltd continues to offer a comprehensive repair, refurbishment and maintenance service, offering manufacture of new heavy duty nets, both complete and partial, supplied with the client’s choice of truck or aircraft tyres.

Nets can be fitted in our yard, on site or shipped. We can offer repairs to abraded, punctured or torn pneumatic fenders, utilizing filling or vulcanisation, depending on the severity of the damage. Our repair service remains a speciality, made all the more exceptional by our ‘no fix, no fee’ criteria. We pride ourselves on being able to repair fenders others cannot.

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Innovatum Ltd Submarine Cable & Pipeline Tracking Specialists Innovatum Ltd. have over 30 years' experience in the business of submarine cable and pipeline surveyance.

Innovatum Ltd. are the only company in the world to successfully use magnetic fields to locate and track targets.

Our range of products and services make us uniquely positioned to meet and exceed client's expectations: www.innovatum.co.uk/products.aspx"SMARTRAK submarine cable & pipeline tracking system www.innovatum.co.uk/products.aspx"SMARTSEARCH magnetic magging & survey system www.innovatum.co.uk/products.aspx"TONE GENERATOR (TG10-UK) www.innovatum.co.uk/products.aspx"MAGNETISATION SERVICE for cable, pipeline and flexible flowline www.submagnetix.co.uk/content/Default.aspx" www.submagnetix.co.uk/content/Default.aspx"SUBMAGNETIX Inshore Survey Division (Beach to 50m) www.innovatum.co.uk/downloads/datasheets.aspx" www.innovatum.co.uk/downloads/datasheets.aspx"ROV RENTAL Please www.innovatum.co.uk/contact-us.aspx"contact us to discuss how we can assist on your next project

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Ian C. Darley Naval Architect & Consultant IAN C. DARLEY T: +44 (0) 1794 390 197 F: +44 (0) 1794 390 197 E: info@iandarley.com W: www.iandarley.com

Ian Darley has been providing a high quality specialist naval architecture and marine consultancy service since 1974; • inclusive of specialist designs for new construction • conversion projects • condition surveys (structural and machinery) • stability assessment (stability booklets, investigations, inclining experiments and stability tests) • project management (overseeing new builds or conversions, port installations, damage repair, etc) • plus other related services including feasibility studies, expert witness, problem solving.

An extensive range of software is available for CAD/CAM, hydrostatics and stability, lines fairing, plate cutting and development, steel and aluminium ship kits and propulsion.

A worldwide customer base includes port authorities; • governments, both national and local; • charter yacht, work boat, fishing vessel and ferry operators; • shipping and transport companies and private owners.

Professional Bodies www.rina.org.uk/"The Royal Institution of Naval Architects Ian C Darley is a member of the Royal Institution of Naval Architects and an Incorporated Engineer Ian C Darley is a Corporate Partner member of the Royal Insitution of Naval Architects www.ssa.org.uk/"Shipbuilders and Shiprepairers Association Ian C Darley is a Proud Member of the SSA

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