Commercial Marine News

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2 October 2024

Safety seal manufacturer Roxtec launches new tank boundary solution for the maritime sector

Leading cable and pipe seal manufacturer Roxtec is launching a new tank boundary sealing solution for the maritime sector, after it was used for the first time in the refit of a British naval vessel. The unique Roxtec TB seal has been created for tank boundary divisions and other high-pressure applications, following extensive R&D work by its technical team.

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13 September 2024

Roxtec launches digital platform to help shipyards comply with IACS sealing safety rules

Roxtec, a manufacturer of penetration sealing systems for the global marine industry, is launching a new software solution to help marine engineers comply with the International Association of Classification Societies  (IACS) rules governing watertight cable transits.

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12 September 2024

New vision for UK seabed as The Crown Estate publishes bold approach to drive energy transition and nature recovery

An ambitious vision for how the UK’s seabed can continue to support the accelerated delivery of nature recovery and the transition to clean energy has been set out by The Crown Estate, which manages the seabed around England, Wales and Northern Ireland. 

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4 September 2024

SpecTec gears up for growth

SpecTec is the company behind AMOS™, the maritime industry’s leading asset management software. The business now has a new look and feel following a major brand refresh.

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4 September 2024

Hypermotive and Honda Collaborate to Bring Innovative Hydrogen Power Solution to the Maritime Sector

SMI member, Hypermotive Ltd. has unveiled the X-M1, a unique platform for hydrogen fuel cell-based power generation tailored to marine applications at SMM Hamburg 2024.

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28 August 2024

Anemoi partners with NAPA to maximise Rotor Sail benefits with voyage optimisation

Anemoi Marine Technologies has signed an agreement with NAPA, the Finnish-based global maritime software, services and data analysis expert, to bring its weather routing and voyage optimisation tools to users of its award-winning Rotor Sails.

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16 July 2024

Transport Scotland announces new ferries for the Clyde and Hebrides

The procurement of seven new electric ferries to help support island communities and improve the resilience of the Clyde and Hebrides ferries network is underway.

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15 July 2024

SMIFutures Early Career Profile: Courtney Story

Meet Courtney Story, Supply Chain manager at BAE Systems. In this interview, Courtney discusses seeing the value in your challenges, the benefits of peer learning and what she learned from her time living aboard a Royal Navy warship.

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10 July 2024

Berge Neblina sets sail following the installation of Anemoi’s energy saving Rotor Sails

Berge Bulk’s Berge Neblina, a 388,000 dwt Valemax Ore Carrier, is currently completing its voyage to Brazil following the successful installation of four 5x35m Rotor Sails from Anemoi Marine Technologies Ltd

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4 July 2024

Record re-booking as Seawork looks to 2025

A stunning 25th edition of Seawork has led to record re-bookings for 2025 as exhibitors look to repeat the success of this year’s event.

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