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Wärtsilä’s next generation PSV promises unmatched efficiency

By On May 25, 2011

​The new VS 485 Mk III has outstanding performance in the areas of fuel-efficiency and safety. Image courtesy Wärtsilä Wärtsilä has said it has won a contract to supply the [...]

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Maersk Line expands ‘fuel-switch program’ to New Zealand

By On March 8, 2011

As part of Maersk Line’s drive to cut sulphur emissions from its fleet, the shipping line has expanded its fuel-switch program in New Zealand’s nine ports of call.  The program [...]

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Ship design venture offers improved ‘green’ bulk carrier

By On February 8, 2011

‘Emerald’ design offers a lighter and environmentally friendly ship as project exceeds fuel-saving targets Lloyd’s Register and Shanghai-based Bestway Marine Engineering Design have completed their joint-industry project to develop a [...]

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Floating on Air

By On September 23, 2008

We have all heard stories about the Bermuda triangle being nothing more than natural gas discharges that create bubbles reducing the buancy of the ship. Those who haven’t can check [...]

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American’s Marine Highway

By On November 24, 2007

I am pleased to report a significant amount of positive feedback from mariners when discussing new MARAD (Maritime Administration) initiatives. In addition to being on the forefront of new LNG [...]

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