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UltraSystem PowerPlus launched by Ultrasonic Antifouling

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Ultrasonic Antifouling has launched the UltraSystem PowerPlus
Ultrasonic Antifouling has launched the UltraSystem PowerPlus

Ultrasonic Antifouling Limited, market leaders and pioneers of the original hull and sea chest clearing technology, has launched the UltraSystem PowerPlus.

The PowerPlus – which is the latest development in the company’s ‘Ultra’ Series – is the result of 3 years of research, development and comprehensive testing and is twice as powerful as the Series II which has been the company’s flagship product for the past 5 years. The new product has been specifically designed with larger yachts and superyachts in mind.

The PowerPlus combines ultrasonic antifouling’s intelligent and unique software with their advanced digital control program (ADCP) to deliver a higher concentration of ultrasound. This prevents bio-fouling on hulls and sea chests, increasing performance whilst at the same time monitoring temperature, voltage and output loads. PowerPlus uses a wide range of key frequencies between 20 and 140 KHz, which is unique to the UltraSystem, and utilises high quality 50w multi-frequency mounted piezoelectric crystal transducers.

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Revolutionary new multigas carrier design launched

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Revolutionary new multigas carrier design launched by DeltaMarin and Brevik Technology
Revolutionary new multigas carrier design launched by DeltaMarin and Brevik Technology

Deltamarin Ltd and Brevik Technology AS, a VARD affiliate, have joined forces by developing a novel multigas carrier design, which is expected to change the nature of the gas carrying industry. The concept combines in unprecedented way the successful design of Deltamarin’s B.Delta and the new-generation patented cylindrical gas tanks by Brevik Technology.

By combining the readily available and proven B.Delta design and separate cylindrical gas containment tanks, a cost-efficient and easy-to-build solution is now available to the gas carrier market. The design can be utilised for LNG, LPG, LEG and ethane carriers.

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SCWG Scotland Training Day

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SCWG-ScotlandThe annual IIMS UK Small Craft Working Group Scotland training day is taking place on Monday 16 November. The location for this event is the splendid Royal Northern & Clyde Yacht Club at Rhu near Helensburgh.

After the day’s training, a group dinner is being organised at a venue to be decided in nearby Helensburgh.

On Tuesday 17 November, there is a special trip organsied to the GalGeal Trust in Glasgow. A tour is offered of the vessels that are in the process of being traditionally built plus a review of traditional boat building techniques.

The training days starts on Monday at 09.30 with coffee and formally opens at 10.00.

The agenda for the day is as follows:
• Surveying basics
• Boats – new model issues
• Boat – laying up and storage
• Best practice
• Certifying Authority Update by Fraser Noble
• Update on IIMS head office news and initiatives by Mike Schwarz
• Group discussion – unusual vessels input from all attending
• Safety Discussion – RNLI/Ocean Safety

The cost of the one day’s training on Monday 16 November is £50.

To reserve your place at this event, please email Tania Bernice or call her on 023 9238 5223.

Singapore seeks to attract 1,200 new maritime employees

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Singapore seeks to attract 1,200 new maritime employees
Singapore seeks to attract 1,200 new maritime employees

Fresh measures to attract and help Singaporeans deepen skills and advance their careers in seafaring and shore-based sectors will soon be rolled out. These include bringing various SkillsFuture programmes to the maritime sector and introducing new measures to support Singaporeans’ careers in seafaring. In addition, a new national-level initiative – the Maritime Singapore Connect (MSC) – will give Singaporeans easier access to maritime job openings, and information on maritime education and training options.

Mr Teo Chee Hean, Deputy Prime Minister, Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs, announced these initiatives at the Singapore Shipping Association’s (SSA) 30th anniversary gala dinner today.

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International Institute of Marine Surveying to launch new Professional Qualifications

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The IIMS Professional Qualifications in Yacht & Small Craft and Commercial Ship Marine Surveying are run on a distance learning basis.
The IIMS Professional Qualifications in Yacht & Small Craft and Commercial Ship Marine Surveying are run on a distance learning basis.

Recently the IIMS was notified by Pearson Edexcel, the external awarding body of the current IIMS HNC and HND in marine surveying, that they intended to stop supporting specialist, customised course providers such as ours. We were not alone in receiving this startling news, taken by Pearson Edexcel for reasons known only to them. The final intake for students wishing to gain an HNC/HND is mid October. The scheme will then close for new student registrations, but will remain open for those already registered to complete their studies by 31 October 2018.

On receiving the news, the IIMS education committee met a couple of times to consider the best way forward and quickly came to a consensus. A proposal was submitted to the Board and duly approved. The result is a positive outcome and provides an excellent and proactive way forward.

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Shipping confidence levels rising says latest Moore Stephens research

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The latest research by Moore Stephens reveals shipping confidence levels are rising. Busan New Port, South Korea (Reuters)
The latest research by Moore Stephens reveals shipping confidence levels are rising. Busan New Port, South Korea (Reuters)

Overall shipping confidence levels rose in the three months ended August 2015 to their highest level this year, according to Moore Stephen’s latest Shipping Confidence Survey. Respondents to the survey were concerned predominantly about low freight rates and overtonnaging, with continuing doubts also expressed about private equity funding. In August 2015, the average confidence level expressed by respondents in the markets in which they operate was 5.9 on a scale of 1 (low) to 10 (high). This compares to the 5.3 recorded in May 2015, which equalled the lowest figure recorded in the life of the survey, launched in May 2008 with a confidence rating of 6.8. All main categories of respondent recorded an increase in confidence this time, most notably charterers (up from 4.2 to 6.5) and owners (up from 5.1 to 5.8). The confidence of brokers, meanwhile, was up from 4.8 to 5.2, and that of managers from 6.1 to 6.4. Geographically, confidence was up in Asia from 4.9 to 5.8, in Europe from 5.3 to 5.9, and in North America from 6.0 to 6.3.

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Research shows rising revenues and jobs growth in the British superyacht sector

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The Sunseeker 155, one of the craft helping to rev up the British superyacht sector
The Sunseeker 155, one of the craft helping to rev up the British superyacht sector

New industry statistics released by industry trade body Superyacht UK, show that the British superyacht sector is riding the wave of economic recovery. The research, for the year 2014/15, is launched as global visitors travel to watch British companies showcase their best at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show.

The key findings include:
Industry revenue has grown by +10.2% year-on-year, to £542 million
48% of those surveyed reported an increase in profits
The sector now contributes £304 million in GVA to UK GDP
An increase in demand has also led to an increase in work load, full time jobs and more valuable order books:

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Canada’s shipowners set the nation’s election agenda

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Canada’s federal election, to be held on October 19, is an important opportunity to boldly support the marine industry as a means to sustainable Canadian growth, says Robert Lewis-Manning, President of the Canadian Shipowners Association (CSA). During this election and post-election period, the CSA has urged political leaders to build upon Canadian domestic shipping for the Canadian economy and sustainable economic growth.

“The Canadian marine industry connects Canada’s economic capacity with the rest of the world,” says Lewis-Manning. “Not only does it generate $34 billion of revenue annually, but it also creates 98k jobs directly and indirectly for Canadians in the region of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence alone.”

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New PYC compliant glass for superyachts developed by Glass Deco

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Glass Deco has developed new PYC compliant glass for superyachts
Glass Deco has developed new PYC compliant glass for superyachts

In response to increasingly demanding fire safety and fuel economy rules present within the superyacht industry, Glass Deco has announced a new compliant, weight-saving glass development. The new, patented lamination method meets the new fire requirements as laid down in the Passenger Yacht Code (PYC) and IMO regulation.

In addition, the European glass manufacturer has also announced the development of various techniques to save weight with the use of ultrathin glass; an advanced technique that the business states will be welcomed within the superyacht industry to compensate for the increasing popularity and weight of intricate glass design on board.

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Bureau Veritas classes first ethane powered ships

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Bureau Veritas classes first ethane powered ships
Bureau Veritas classes first ethane powered ships

JS Ineos Insight is the first of a series of eight 27,500m3 ethane powered ships and multi-gas Dragon-class vessels being built at Sinopacific, China, for Denmark’s Evergas. The vessel is configured for transport of ethane, LPG or LNG. It has options for ethane, LNG and conventional diesel power.

“The ability to burn ethane as well as LNG to power these vessels is a major step forward in the use of clean fuels. It means the vessels can use cargo gas during transits to provide a clean and clear commercial and environmental advantage. We have worked with Evergas and the Danish Maritime Authority to verify and ensure that the use of ethane is at least as safe as required by the IGC and will not impair the engine compliance with MARPOL Annex VI,” said Martial Claudepierre, business development manager at Bureau Veritas

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IMO warns on bauxite liquefaction dangers

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The Bulk Jupiter which sank carrying a caro of bauxite with the loss of 18 lives
The Bulk Jupiter which sank carrying a caro of bauxite with the loss of 18 lives

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has taken action to warn ship Masters of the possible dangers of liquefaction associated with carriage of bauxite, following consideration of findings from the investigation into the loss of the 10-year-old Bahamas flag bulk carrier Bulk Jupiter, which was carrying 46,400 tonnes of bauxite when it sank rapidly with 18 fatalities in January 2015.

A circular approved by IMO’s Sub-Committee on Carriage of Containers and Cargoes (CCC), meeting this week at IMO Headquarters, warns ship Masters not to accept bauxite for carriage unless:

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Two new Fellowships announced

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Capt Chris Kelly receiving his Fellowship award from IIMS President, Capt Bertrand Apperry
Capt Chris Kelly receiving his Fellowship award from IIMS President, Capt Bertrand Apperry

At the International Institute of Marine Surveying’s Annual General Meeting that took place at Watermen’s Hall in the city of London on Tuesday 8 September, two new Fellowships were announced.

Mr Adam Brancher, IIMS Vice President and Capt Chris Kelly, Chairman of the IIMS Professional Assessment Committee were both awarded Fellowships.

Due to other commitments, Adam was unable to be at the event to receive his certificate. However, Chris Kelly was at the meeting and received his Fellowship certificate with pride from IIMS President, Capt Bertrand Apperry.

 

 

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