Marine
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ABB launches C-CAMs automation solution for merchant marine vessels ( VIDEO )
C-CAMs is a user-friendly solution that automates and integrates control, alarm, and monitoring of critical systems onboard Designed for merchant marine applications, the solution is the first of its kind to offer access to system data via mobile devices ABB’s newly launched C-CAMs automation solution applies to vessel systems, power…
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Seaspan Ferries to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Using carbon-neutral Renewable Natural Gas in LNG-powered vessels NORTH VANCOUVER, B.C. – This week, Seaspan Ferries Corporation (Seaspan) became the first Canadian marine company to pilot the use of Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions produced by its roll-on, roll-off liquefied natural gas (LNG) powered marine fleet.…
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Wärtsilä cooperation with Wuhu Shipyard continues with 22nd propulsion package order
The technology group Wärtsilä will supply a comprehensive package of propulsion machinery for a new asphalt carrier vessel being built at the Wuhu Shipyard in China for Canadian operator McAsphalt Marine Transportation. This is the 22nd order placed by the Wuhu yard for Wärtsilä propulsion solutions, thus emphasizing the strong…
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Wärtsilä commits to carbon neutrality by 2030
The technology group Wärtsilä announces its “Set for 30” commitment to achieving ambitious climate targets. Wärtsilä’s goal is by 2030 to become carbon neutral in its own operations and to provide a product portfolio that will be ready for zero-carbon fuels, according to the company’s release. Wärtsilä’s carbon neutrality target…
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Stena join hands with Proman to develop methanol retrofit solutions
One of the world’s largest producers of methanol, Proman has joined hands with shipping company Stena to develop retrofitting and supply solutions for the existing vessels to help them adapt to methanol as their fuel source. Citing data the companies said that currently there are 70,000 vessels around the world…
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Samsung Heavy Industries wins approval for storage tank, carrier for hydrogen transport
Samsung Heavy Industries Co. said Thursday it has won approval in principle (AIP) for the conceptual design of a storage tank and carrier to transport liquefied hydrogen, from Lloyd’s Register, a British ship quality assurance and risk management company. AIP for the conceptual design means a certification agency has reviewed…
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A new control system makes cargo offloading faster and easier
Known as “FlowControl”, the system ensures an optimal changeover between tanks and pumps in parallel, reducing the time needed for cargo discharge Following a successful test on the P&C tanker Fure Ven, Svanehøj is now launching “FlowControl”, which automates the control of electric cargo pumps on tankers. The intention is…
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TGE Marine announces the successful gas trail of another LNG bunker vessel
TGE Marine has announced the successful gas trail of another LNG bunker vessel built with a cargo handling- and storage system designed and delivered by TGE Marine. Following the Company’s vision of being the innovator for greener shipping, the propulsion system of the vessel is based on an LNG fuel…
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Sovcomflot presents ‘Green Funnel’ technology to IMO
In London, a meeting was held between the SCF Management and Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Kitack Lim Callum Ludgate, Managing Director of Sovcomflot (UK) and a member of the Board of Directors of PAO Sovcomflot, represented the SCF Group. The meeting was also attended by: Azara Prempeh,…
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Rolls-Royce launches mtu hydrogen solutions for power generation
Rolls-Royce is further developing its MTU gas engine portfolio for power generation and cogeneration to run on hydrogen as a fuel and thus enable a climate-neutral energy supply, according to the company’s release. Already today, gensets powered by MTU Series 500 and Series 4000 gas engines can be operated with…
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