Commercial Marine News
Keel Laid for First Fleet Solid Support Ship as Assembly Begins at Appledore
Navantia UK has laid the keel of RFA Resurgent at its Appledore shipyard in North Devon, marking the formal start of assembly of the first of three new Fleet Solid Support vessels for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary.
Certification of IMO Tier III Exhaust Aftertreatment System for Rolls-Royce Series 2000 mtu Engines
Eminox Group has developed an IMO Tier III exhaust aftertreatment system for Rolls-Royce mtu marine propulsion systems.
Government First Secretary of State Visits Griffon Marine Shipyard
Griffon Marine welcomed Louise Haigh, First Secretary of State, to its shipyard at Trafalgar Wharf, Portsmouth, as the Government highlighted the role that public procurement can play in supporting British jobs, skills and opportunities.
Navantia UK’s Harland & Wolff Belfast Yard Secures Major Cruise Ship Revitalisation Project
Harland & Wolff has secured the largest investment in a cruise ship revitalisation project at its Belfast shipyard since it was acquired by Navantia UK.
BMT Expands International Maritime Design Expertise with One2three Acquisition
BMT has acquired Australian naval architecture business One2three Naval Architects, further strengthening its position in independent global commercial and specialist vessel design.
Ferguson Marine Announces MV Glen Rosa has Completed Dry Dock Ahead of Schedule
Ferguson Marine (Port Glasgow) Ltd has announced that MV Glen Rosa has left her second dry dock ahead of schedule.
SMI Council Leadership Spotlight - Kevin Robertson
As part of our new spotlight series, we're shining a light on the people behind SMI's Councils — the maritime leaders whose experience and judgement help shape the direction of our industry. First up is Kevin Robertson, Chair of SMI's Commercial Marine Group for two consecutive terms and General Manager of HamiltonJet EMEA (UK) Ltd.
Imenco Invests in Next-Generation Underwater Robotics Firm
Imenco Future Technologies has announced it has taken a strategic investment stake in Frontier Robotics, a specialist developer of advanced subsea robotics technologies supporting its long-term innovation and growth strategy.
QinetiQ Speeds Up UK Submarine Maintenance Using Additive Manufacturing Technology
QinetiQ’s additive manufacturing expertise will support the rapid maintenance of the Royal Navy’s submarine fleet through a new onsite facility at HM Naval Base Clyde.
Balaena Ready to Deliver for Britain Following Defence Investment Plan
Balaena has welcomed today’s Defence Investment Plan, saying the Government’s plans represent a major opportunity for Britain’s shipbuilding communities and the skilled workforce that underpins the nation’s defence
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