Shipbuilding News
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SSI : Integration and the Future of Shipbuilding Tech
A few weeks ago, SSI took part in the PI Marine’s 2020 virtual conference. While the diverse set of presentations had an equally diverse set of buzzwords, one concept came through as the unifying thread across the industry – integration Unpacking the Current Situation As shipbuilders embrace the necessity to ‘go digital,’ the number of platforms, information sources,…
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CNN : ” Oceanbird ” The World’s Largest Wind-Powered Cargo Vessel
Designed by Wallenius Marine, a Swedish shipbuilder, with support from the Swedish government and several research institutions, Oceanbird may look like a ship of the future, but it also pays heeds back to ancient maritime history as it runs completely on the wind. The transatlantic car carrier is 650 foot-long…
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Wärtsilä Delivers Solutions For Canadian Coast Guard Research Vessels
The technology group Wärtsilä has supplied specialized propulsion solutions for three Offshore Fisheries Science Vessels (OFSVs) built for the Canadian Coast Guard at Seaspan Shipyards in Vancouver, Canada. Low-noise propulsion is very important for the vessels’ primary mission, which is to carry out fisheries research. As such, Wärtsilä designed the…
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Shipbuilding Swire Blue Ocean intends on expanding its fleet and enhancing capability
Danish operator prepares itself for the installation of next-generation wind turbines over the coming decade and beyond. Offshore wind turbines continue to scale up, and this planned investment will keep SBO at the forefront of this fast-moving industry, the company said. “I am proud to announce…
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Shipbuilding : Revolutionize ocean freight with Sail-powered hybrid
Sailing vessels may elicit visions of tall ships plying the trade routes of the 19th century, but if a consortium consisting of Swedish firm Wallenius Marine, the KTH Centre for Naval Architecture and marine technology developer SSPA has its way, wind power may be making a comeback. The Oceanbird concept is…
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Shipbuilding : Atlantic Wind Transfer’s newest CTVs have been designed
Atlantic Wind Transfer’s newest CTVs have been designed by Chartwell Marine. (Image: Chartwell Marie) Europe has been the clear leader in offshore wind power since the world’s first offshore wind farm was built off the coast of Denmark in 1991 . Now, as regions in Asia and North America set out to harness the huge…
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Shipbuilding: Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) that has been designed to identify piracy threats
Star International, a worldwide supplier to the offshore and marine industries, has launched a new Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) that has been designed for use by shipping operators to identify piracy threats. The Narwhal Star USV is a highly effective, ocean-going Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) that improves safety for passengers…
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Breaking News ; HMM has signed (MoU) with (SHI) on smart ship technology
HMM has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) on smart ship technology. Under the MoU, HMM and SHI will collaborate in the research, development and innovation in the field of smart ship solutions. The MoU mainly covers the development of eco-friendly technologies applicable for smart…
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Drewry: (SALT) announced the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) to construct a wind turbine
Scorpio Bulkers (SALT) announced the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) to construct a wind turbine installation vessel (WTIV), due for delivery in 2023 with the option for up to three additional vessels. The total cost of the project is expected to be in the range of USD 265-290…
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Shipbuilding : Prime Minister predicts UK can become a ‘shipbuilding superpower'(photos)
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said Devon’s newly reopened Appledore Shipyard has a bright future as a centre for “green” shipping and even hinted it might receive Government contracts as part of a plan to make the UK a “shipbuilding superpower”. The Tory supremo, in a visit to the Devon…
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