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ABS Approval for Fireboy-Xintex Fire Detection Systems
Fireboy-Xintex Inc. now offers ABS approval on its USCG Type Approved and IMO Solas Approved Elite RSM marine and offshore fire detection systems. The Elite RSM Analog Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panels are available for hosting up to 252 fire detection devices on commercial vessels and recreational yachts. These control panels can also be expanded and networked to become part of larger systems.
Transas Updates Ship Security Alert System
Transas Marine launched its latest ship security alert system ShipGuard 4 SSAS, utilizing the SkyWaveIsatData Pro transceiver. The IsatDataPro(IDP) series operates on the Inmarsat I-4 constellation which provides improved network speed. Polling request and response times now takes 30-45 seconds, which Transas says is four times faster than its predecessor.
MTR100: Subsea Industry Awards Deadline Approaching
The July / August 2013 edition of Marine Technology Reporter will once again feature the MTR100, profiles of 100 leading companies in the global subsea sector. This editorial feature is free, but you must apply to be considered. Deadline for the MTR100 2013 is MAY 31, 2013. Apply for the MTR100 today online at: http://mtr100.seadiscovery.com/ For more information, contact Greg Trauthwein at: trauthwein@marinelink.com
Technology
ABB Increase Promotion of Valve Control Management
ABB Turbocharging said it will step up its promotion of variable valve train system, Valve Control Management (VCM). VCM helps a turbocharger to manage air actively so that an
104,800 Attendees at OTC 2013
Experts from the offshore energy industry around the world came together May 6-9 for the 2013
Aker Arctic Brings Oblique Ice Breaker to Market
With construction underway on the first ever Oblique Icebreaker, research specialist Aker Arctic
Maritime Safety
Martek Urges Shipowners to Install Gas Detectors
Martek Marine said that shipping companies are putting themselves at risk of facing corporate
Aker's MPO Unit Wins Industry Award at OTC
Aker Solutions' subsidiary, Managed Pressure Operations, won a prize for its riser safety system
Viking Opens Office in Houston
Viking Life-Saving Equipment is now open for business in Webster, Texas. The facility provides
Marine Propulsion
Teijin SCR Helps Ships Cut NOx Emissions
Teijin Engineering Ltd. announced its development and launch of a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) denitration device for midsized ship engines to ensure compliance with the
GE to Supply Turbomachinery to Statoil
GE Oil & Gas and Norway-based Statoil Petroleum AS have signed two new, five-year frame agreements
One Stop Solution for Marine Urea
EcoAdBlue is an international supplier for Marine Urea and Urea-related products that distributes
Marine Power
Damen to Build Rotortug Pair for Elisabeth Ltd.
Rotortug said that Elisabeth Ltd. has placed a new building order with Damen Shipyards for the
Wärtsilä to Supply Pumping Equipment for Statoil
Wärtsilä's series of pumping systems for Statoil. Wärtsilä's ability to supply a complete portfolio of solutions for the marine and offshore industry is again demonstrated with
Cold Ironing Beneficial for Regular Port Users
The Zeebrugge port authority and POM West-Flanders launched a study to investigate whether or not it is technically and financially beneficial to install onshore power supply
Marine Electronics
Omega Launches New Thermocouple Connectors
Omega introduced compensated M12 thermocouple connectors, to be featured at Sensors Expo and
Kongsberg Upgrades Riser Management System
Kongsberg Oil & Gas Technologies AS (KOGT), a wholly owned subsidiary of Kongsberg Gruppen ASA
Telemar Supports 90 Teekay Ships
Teekay is the latest shipping company to reach an agreement with Telemar (U.K.) Ltd.
Software Solutions
MacGregor Debuts New Simulation Platform
MacGregor's new simulation platform enables customers to access realistic information relating to
Expro Celebrates 40 Years of Technology at OTC 2013
An international oilfield services company, Expro, is celebrating its 40th anniversary at this year’s Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston by showcasing its investment
Boatracs' Workboat Management Software in Demand
Boatracs draws attention to a growing demand for its Fleet Management Software with over 2