PhotonFirst and Naval partner on fibre-optic monitoring
PhotonFirst and Naval Group are joining forces to test the use of fibre-optic sensors on the structures of Naval Group’s surface vessels and submarines. The objective is to improve the structural monitoring of naval platforms, and, ultimately, to enhance their...
Biocide-free antifouling paint performs best
When comparing different types of antifouling paints against fouling on leisure boats, the results were the opposite of what many would expect. Of the paints tested, the biocide-free silicone paint worked best, and the paint marketed as environmentally friendly turned...
Jan De Nul lands 25-year Argentine waterway concession
For the next 25 years, Jan De Nul will be responsible for deepening, modernising and maintaining Argentina’s main waterway, the Paraná River. Under the concession agreement, the company is allowed to collect toll fees from passing vessels. Jan De Nul has maintained...
Fortescue and CMB.Tech sign deal for twelve ammonia bulkers
CMB.Tech and Fortescue have signed a milestone agreement for the charter of up to twelve ammonia-capable vessels. It is a significant step towards advancing the adoption of ammonia as a shipping fuel. Under the agreement, Fortescue will charter a fleet of twelve...
Netherlands sends frigate to Strait of Hormuz
The Dutch air-defence and command frigate HNLMS De Ruyter could play a role in safeguarding freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz-Zegerius informed the Dutch House of Representatives of the possibility in a letter dated 19 June. The...
Dutch ship repair yards call for more space
Dutch ship repair yards have called on policymakers to provide more room for ship maintenance, repair and decarbonisation activities. The message was central to a meeting organised by Maritime & Offshore NL at Damen Shiprepair Rotterdam on 17 June. According to...
LR grants first type approval to marine hydrogen engine
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has issued the first type approval certificate for a 100 per cent hydrogen-fuelled, spark-ignited marine engine. It marks a significant step in the certification and commercial readiness of hydrogen-fuelled propulsion technology for maritime...
Nauplius to supply fifth vessel to Inverlussa
Nauplius Workboats will build a new 25-metre x 10.6-metre hybrid aquaculture service vessel for Inverlussa Marine Services. It is the fifth vessel Nauplius has developed for the Mull-based marine operator. The contract forms part of a landmark investment by...
Exmar fleet gains ammonia-fuelled first
Exmar has taken delivery of MGC Antwerpen, the first oceangoing vessel powered by a dual-fuel ammonia engine. The vessel is capable of trading with close to zero emissions when using low-carbon ammonia fuel. As a gas shipowner and infrastructure developer, Exmar is...
In-transit fumigation fatality
The Nautical Institute’s latest Mars Report describes another fatality as a result of fumigation poisoning. According to the Institute, the accident shows how important it is to take continuous or very frequent gas readings when carrying fumigated cargo. The Nautical...
Damen Amels 80 Netto II sets off on maiden voyage
The Amels 80 Netto II built by Damen Yachting has departed Vlissingen, marking the start of its maiden voyage to the Mediterranean. Built for an experienced owner with a clear vision for active use at sea, Netto II now joins the Amels Limited Editions fleet. The Netto...
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