As marine hydrokinetic technologies continue moving from concept to commercial viability, an international panel of experts is convening in Denver, Colo., to discuss this emerging sector of the hydropower industry. With a number of research groups believing hundreds of gigawatts-worth of electricity
As marine hydrokinetic technologies continue moving from concept to commercial viability, an international panel of experts is convening in Denver, Colo., to discuss this emerging sector of the hydropower industry. With a number of research groups believing hundreds of gigawatts-worth of electricity
To expand and improve ocean and atmospheric data collection by fishing vessels, the World Ocean Council (WOC) is convening a workshop at the World Seafood Congress (St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada, 30 Sep–3 Oct, 2013). The “Smart Fishing Vessels” workshop builds on the WOC “Smart Ocean/Smart Indust
Two members of Lloyd’s Register’s HAZID/HAZOP Team have been awarded with the IHS Spectrum Excellence award for their risk assessment work with the implementation of real time recording software IHS PHA Pro8®. The importance of risk assessment work has been substantially raised within the industry i
Being a part of the RF Ministry of Transport’s delegation, Russian Maritime Register of Shipping (RS) participated in 11-th Annual Exhibition ‘ASEAN Ports and Shipping 2013’ held on 11-12 July in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam under the auspices of the Ministry of Transport of Vietnam. ‘ASEAN Ports and S
Clean air, clean water, clean beaches: An intact natural environment is a must for every cruise experience. This is why protection of the environment ranges high on the agenda of the industry. “Green Cruising” will be a featured topic at Seatrade Europe, the leading trade event of the European cruis
Liebherr has launched its range of maritime crane simulators. Based on original software and hardware, the Liebherr simulators increase safety and productivity by providing a cost-effective and highly professional crane operator training solution. In September, the simulator will be part of the Lieb
CTruk will be unveiling THOR, Twin Hulled Offshore Raider, at the DSEI exhibition in London from 10-13 September 2013. THOR will be starring in the waterborne demonstration adjacent to the ExCel venue and will be proving its capabilities as a fast, stable and multi-role force protection craft. Desig
BMT Designers & Planners (BMT), an operating company of BMT Group Ltd, the leading international design, engineering and risk management consultancy, has developed a unique training program to assist Port Engineers (PEs) with maximizing investments in the repair and sustainment of their maritime ass
You are invited to join us in Amsterdam for Offshore Energy Exhibition & Conference 2013 at Amsterdam RAI on October 15 & 16. Meet new customers and partners, as well as strengthen your relations with existing clients. Explore best practices and new developments. Whether you are interested in doing
Christine M. Voss, Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Institute of Marine Sciences is leading the next discussion on off-shore wind energy in North Carolina, at the next Coastal Science Cafe on July 8th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Capt. Bill’s Water
Wärtsilä, has been announced as the winner of the internationally recognised Red Dot award for product design. The award is for Wärtsilä’s new propulsion control panel design that received the highest “best of the best” prize in its category. A total of 4662 design nominations from 1865 manufacturer
Incat Crowther announced its role in delivering the detailed design of an exciting new Wind Farm Support Vessel, the SMV 24, unveiled by Supacat at the Seawork exhibition in Southampton last week. The new multi-purpose vessel is a fresh approach to the sector, offering unparalleled operational flexi
As morning dawned yesterday bright and breezy on the pontoons at Seawork, a Kent company headed for the biggest vessel on the water intent on a purchase. GPS Marine from Chatham signed the contract for the 32m Damen Shoal Buster Tug (berth V30). MD, John Spencer is busy expanding the marine contract
