Commercial Marine News
The DBT Seeks Input from Vessel Manufacturers
The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) actively seeks insights from the maritime industry, specifically targeting vessel manufacturers with specific import and export profiles. The DBT's outreach is aimed at two key groups within the industry.
Scanjet PSM Elevates Maritime Safety and Efficiency with Innovative Monitoring Systems
Scanjet PSM, a leading provider of maritime technology solutions, continues to bolster vessel safety and operational efficiency by launching two groundbreaking monitoring systems. The company's recent introductions, the Dedicated Draught Monitoring System and the Connect Monitoring System offer comprehensive real-time data acquisition and analysis capabilities, addressing critical needs across diverse vessel types.
Ultimate Boats Delivers Recyclable Patrol Boat to Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park Authority
Glasgow-based boatbuilder, Ultimate Boats, has recently delivered a bespoke recyclable patrol boat to Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park Authority. The 11-meter vessel, constructed from Ultimate Boat's patented 'Danu' recyclable boat building material, boasts a 3.1-meter beam equipped with six permanent shock mitigation seats and two fold-down crew seats.
Get Set for Workboat 2050 - The Relative Benefits of Retrofit vs New Build
The maritime industry is at the forefront of innovation and technology, seeking sustainable solutions to decarbonise workboats. Session 3 of the Get Set for Workboat 2050 series, scheduled for Thursday March 21 at 10:00 UTC, will delve into the comparisons between retrofitting existing vessels and constructing new ones.
Celebrating a Year of Success with SMI CMG Council Members
On Wednesday 29th November, the SMI CMG celebrated another productive year with their CMG Council Members during the SMI CMG Council Christmas lunch. Helen Stephen, Director of Commercial Marine Group (CMG) and Ports & Terminals Group (PTG), said, " It was great to reflect and celebrate another productive year with so many Council Members today."
SMI's Week at Kormarine 2023
Kormarine 2023 began with a strong start as we had the pleasure of attending the official opening ceremony and our team also attended the UK-Korea Maritime Reception. The event featured insights from the British Ambassador to South Korea, Colin Crooks LVO, and John Hutchinson, Head of Maritime at DBT, who shared their perspectives on the opportunities within the maritime sector.
Safety seal manufacturer Roxtec grows team with new ports and airports infrastructure manager
Leading cable and pipe seal manufacturer Roxtec UK is ramping up its growth plans with the appointment of Nigel Pinhorne to its Infrastructure and Industry Team.
Artemis Technologies Sets Sail With Innovative eFoiler® Pilot Boat
Artemis Technologies, a pioneering leader in the development of innovative maritime technologies, is proud to unveil the design of its ground-breaking Artemis EF-12 Pilot.
Babcock receives approval from Lloyd’s Register for two new systems
Babcock’s LGE business, the world leader in liquefied gas solutions, has received Approval in Principle (AiP) from Classification Society Lloyd’s Register for its multi-fuel gas supply and CO2 cargo handling systems ecoFGSS-FLEX® and ecoCO2®.
GE Vernova’s Power Conversion business to showcase industry-leading electrification technologies at Gastech 2023
Power Conversion, an integral part of the GE Vernova portfolio of energy businesses, will convene with energy sector thought leaders at Gastech 2023 to showcase its most advanced electrification solutions
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