Ships & Boats
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ABS Chosen by Allseas for Their Deep Sea Mineral Collection Project
Drillship to be Converted to ABS-Class Subsea Mining Vessel (ROTTERDAM) A former drillship is being converted to an ABS-Classed subsea mining vessel, in an industry first. Allseas’ 228-meter Hidden Gem is being equipped with a deep-sea mineral collection system to recover polymetallic nodules from the ocean floor and transfer them to…
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Next generation in ocean research – OceanX
OceanX is on a mission – to explore the ocean and bring it back to the world. OceanX, the ocean exploration initiative founded by Ray Dalio and son Mark, has pointed out that, while humans have live-streamed broadcasts from the moon and beamed back images from Mars, over 80% of…
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Capital Ship Management to Secure ABS Decarbonization Notations for Current New build Tankers
Notations Recognize Investment in Decarbonization Technology (ATHENS) In an industry first, Capital Ship Management (CAPITAL) is to secure ABS notations recognizing investment in decarbonization technologies for its newbuild orders for medium-range tankers ABS developed the notations with Capital’s input during their extensive program of new construction projects. The HVSC-Ready notation…
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Kalmar to deliver six Automatic Stacking Cranes to assist VICT extend yard capacity in Melbourne
Kalmar, part of Cargotec, has received a large repeat order of six Kalmar Automatic Stacking Cranes (ASCs) from Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT). The new Kalmar ASCs will enable VICT to expand its current capacity at the Port of Melbourne located at Webb Dock East. The order was booked in…
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Yang Ming Names New 2,800 TEU Vessel, YM Cooperation
Yang Ming Marine Transport Corp. (Yang Ming) held a naming ceremony for its 2,800 TEU class full container vessel ‘YM Cooperation’ at CSBC’s Kaohsiung shipyard on Oct 1st. The ceremony was jointly officiated by Yang Ming Chairman Cheng Cheng-Mount and CSBC Corporation President Wei Cheng-Tzu. Mrs. Chang Mei-Jen, wife of…
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World First Notation Recognizes Pioneering Project’s Remote-Control Navigation Capability
(SINGAPORE) A remotely operated harbor tug developed by Keppel Offshore & Marine (Keppel O&M) is the first in the world to receive the ABS Remote Control Navigation Notation. A trial of the 65-meter tug, controlled from a remote location at the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore’s Maritime Innovation Lab,…
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Decarbonization and Digital Technology Discussed as ABS Brings North American Maritime Leaders Together
(HOUSTON) Decarbonization, digital solutions, and ABS’ work with leading global technology partners to solve industry challenges were the subjects for discussion among industry leaders at the annual ABS North America Regional Committee Meeting. “We are pioneering new strategies and technologies to support our clients and members through their decarbonization journey.…
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Damen’s all-electric Ferry 2306 E3 nominated for the 2021 KNVTS Ship of the Year Award
Damen’s innovative all-electric Ferry 2306 E3 ‘Bryggen’ has been nominated for the 2021 KNVTS Ship of the Year Award, according to the company’s release. This prestigious prize promotes technological innovation by being presented each year to an outstanding, technically innovative ship that was designed and largely built in the Netherlands.…
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ABB joins to The Call to Action for Shipping Decarbonization
ABB has joined more than 155 companies urging governments to help to ship decarbonize by 2050. The Call to Action for Shipping Decarbonization has been signed by more than 150 industry stakeholders and seeks a significantly faster reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions than the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) current…
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Belships ASA acquires two bulk carriers and announces time charter contract for newbuilding
Belships has entered into agreements for the acquisition of two bulk carriers of about 58,000 dwt built-in 2016 by a Japanese shipyard. Both vessels have passed dry docking surveys during 2021. Delivery is expected by end of November 2021. The agreed purchase price is USD 28.0m for each vessel. The…
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