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Hybrid electric vessel Vision of the Fjords wins award

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The iconic Vision of the Fjords has picked up an award
The iconic Vision of the Fjords has picked up an award

Hybrid electric vessel Vision of the Fjords has won an award recognising its accessibility and environmental achievements.

The 400-passenger capacity vessel, owned and operated by The Fjords DA, secured the Norwegian Centre for Design and Architecture (DOGA) Universal Design ‘transport’ award for its commitment to optimal passenger accessibility, experience and environmental sustainability.

Rolf Sandvik, CEO of The Fjords, said: “We ensured that the ‘path’ passengers use to ascend the ship, and really immerse themselves in the sensory delights of the nature here, is as accessible to those in wheelchairs, or of limited mobility, as it is to all.

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MAIB releases its report into the ground of Muros on Haisborough Sand

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At 0248 (UTC+1) on 3 December 2016, the bulk carrier Muros ran aground on Haisborough Sand on the east coast of the United Kingdom. Attempts to manoeuvre clear of the shallows were unsuccessful but the vessel was re-floated 6 days later with tug assistance. There were no injuries and no pollution, but damage to Muros’s rudder necessitated the vessel being towed to Rotterdam, Netherlands, for repair.

The MAIB investigation identified, inter alia:
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AkzoNobel’s Interline 9001 cargo tank coating wins ICIS Innovation Awards

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Interline 9001 cargo tank coating has won two awards for AkzoNobel
Interline 9001 cargo tank coating has won two awards for AkzoNobel

AkzoNobel has scooped two prestigious honours at the recent ICIS Innovation Awards for the Interline 9001 ultra-performance cargo tank coating supplied through its International brand.

As well as being awarded with the overall Innovation Award, Interline 9001 also received the Best Product Innovation Award from ICIS, the trusted information provider for the global chemical and energy industries.

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British yard Green Marine has folded with the loss of 46 jobs

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British boatbuilder and carbon fibre specialist Green Marine has ceased trading after going into voluntary liquidation, leading to the loss of 46 jobs.

Speaking to the BBC, a spokesperson for the company explained that Green Marine had been hoping to secure an order to build the hull and superstructure of a superyacht, which did not materialise.

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Shipping sector not ready for IMO 2020 sulphur limit regulations reveals survey

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Some 70% of shipping companies surveyed say they do not believe the industry is ready for IMO’s 2020 deadline, when a global limit of 0.5% sulphur will be imposed on marine fuel for vessels trading internationally. That was the headline finding of a new survey conducted by CE Delft on behalf of Exxonmobil.

The survey suggests that only 500 ships have been equipped with scrubbers. There has been something of a backlash against scrubber technology, most notably from Maersk and Klaveness, who have said they see the technology as being expensive and immature.

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Proposed plans to transform Cowes waterfront now open for consultation

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Artist's impression of the redeveloped Cowes waterfront. Image credit: John Thompson & Partners
Artist’s impression of the redeveloped Cowes waterfront. Image credit: John Thompson & Partners

The consultation which could see the Cowes waterfront totally transformed under plans submitted by The Harrison Trust are now open for consultation.

The planning proposal is as follows:
Hybrid planning application for mixed-use re-development to provide up to 535 residential units and up to 18630 sqm of non-residential floor space and associated new public realm works, landscaping, re-construction of sea wall and new public slipway. Comprised of the following elements:Full planning permission for demolition of existing buildings and partial demolition of J Samuel White building; re- Continue reading “Proposed plans to transform Cowes waterfront now open for consultation”

DNV GL commences roll out of electronic certification

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Image credit: DNV GL

In a significant move and historic first for the ship classification industry, DNV GL has commenced the roll out of IMO compliant electronic class and statutory certificates across its entire fleet. The widespread use of electronic certificates will result in significant efficiency gains for ship owners, charterers, regulators and crew, cutting down administrative burdens, processing time and document handling costs.

For the past few years, DNV GL has been working on pilot projects with several owners and flag administrations, to test and gain acceptance for the use of electronic certificates. This has resulted in more than 45 flag state administrations already having granted DNV Continue reading “DNV GL commences roll out of electronic certification”

Batteries set to replace generator on offshore vessel Viking Princess

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Offshore supply vessel Viking Princess
Offshore supply vessel Viking Princess

A hybrid energy system has been installed on board Viking Princess making it the first offshore supply vessel where batteries have reduced the number of generators on board. Viking Princess completed sea trials and the system was handed over to Eidesvik Offshore on October 9, 2017.

She provides supplies to oil rigs in the North Sea and Barents Sea. The five-year old vessel runs on LNG-powered Wärtsilä engines. Depending on the ongoing task and weather conditions, the engine load varies between 90 percent and 20 percent.

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New guide on how to carry charcoal and carbon cargoes in containers safely published

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The International Group of P&I Clubs together with The Cargo Incident Notification System (CINS) has published a new guide with advise on the safe carriage of charcoal and carbon in containers.

According to data, the local production of wood charcoal and carbon for domestic and export markets is about 53 million tonnes per year. These cargoes need to comply with the IMDG Code compliance and the aim of the guide is to highlight additional precautions to enhance their safe carriage.

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Marine notice issued by AMSA about how to maintain rescue boat outboard motors in good working order

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Photo credit: AMSA

Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has issued a marine notice referring to the operation and maintenance of rescue boat outboard motors and highlights key issues that ship’s crew and operators should be aware of in this crucial area.

AMSA and Port Sate Control Officers (PSCOs) announced that they increasingly find that some crew members are unfamiliar with the operation and maintenance of outboard motors, which can result in poor performance or total failure of these motors. This is a risk that cannot be taken during a rescue operation, because the consequences could be catastrophic.

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Swedish P&I Club launches quick reference guide on cargo fires and explosions

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A quick reference guide on cargo fires and explosions has been published by the Swedish P&I Club
A quick reference guide on cargo fires and explosions has been published by the Swedish P&I Club

The Swedish P&I Club has published an excellent quick reference guide about the causes and prevention of cargo fires and explosions onboard. The guide focuses on self-heating. It explains the principles of self-heating as well as investigating several types of cargo fires and explosions, including those in vessels such as bulk cargoes, containers and tankers.

When a fire breaks out on board a vessel there is no fire service ready to assist in extinguishing it. So it is up to the crew themselves to manage and deal with the issue. The consequences can be catastrophic. All those who have worked on board a vessel are aware of the difficulties involved with managing a fire and the crucial importance of fire prevention.

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MAIB releases MGN 564 to replace MGN 458 describing how marine casualties and marine incidents should be reported

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On 20th March 2017, the MAIB opened a consultation to stakeholders to gather views on a new Marine Guidance Note (MGN) to replace MGN 458. The MGN provides guidance on the legal obligation to report marine casualties and marine incidents to the MAIB, as contained in The Merchant Shipping (Accident Reporting and Investigation) Regulations 2012. It describes the process and the information required for reporting.

The draft new MGN was divided into sections, designed for quick reference, being:
– A brief introduction
– Who Must Report
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