Feature: International Viewpoint

Feature: International Viewpoint

Remote diagnostic contract ABB has won a contract to supply ABB Ability Remote Diagnostic Systems for Marine to eleven Sovcomflot vessels operating in the Arctic and Russia’s Far East, helping optimise safety and performance through 24/7 remote support. Sovcomflot’s...
Low-flow-rate BWTS unveiled for retrofits

Low-flow-rate BWTS unveiled for retrofits

BIO-UV Group has unveiled a modified, more compact version of its low flow rate BIO-SEA ballast water treatment system (BWTS) to meet market demand for retrofit installations aboard vessels where engine room space is limited. The BIO-SEA Easy-To-Fit skid is a modified...
Diesel spares supply for Scottish ferries

Diesel spares supply for Scottish ferries

Marine diesel power specialist Royston has secured a new OEM spare parts contract with Scottish ferry operator, Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac). The move sees Royston supplying and installing original Mitsubishi, Volvo and Cummins parts and components to support...
Carbon fisher gets seawater bearings

Carbon fisher gets seawater bearings

Thordon Bearings has successfully completed the commissioning of a set of water-lubricated SXL propeller shaft bearings to what is widely considered the world’s largest all-carbon sports fisher. Four SXL bearings were retrofitted to the 39.5m (129ft) maxi sportfish...