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Wind Propulsion: Kite System Trialed on Transatlantic Voyage
An innovative kite system is being put through its paces on board a cargo ship crossing the Atlantic as wind propulsion takes…
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MAN Energy Solutions to Restructure Executive Board
MAN Energy Solutions SE announced changes to its executive board slated to take effect January 1.Dr. Gunnar Stiesch will…
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Scania to Power MSRC's Oil Response Vessels
Engine manufacturer Scania on Thursday announced it has been selected by Marine Spill Response Corporation (MSRC) to power…
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Kongsberg Maritime Launches DTS System for Rudders
Kongsberg Maritime has launched the Direct Trunk Support (DTS) system for rudders. According to the company, the new system…
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New Ship Technology Will Produce Hydrogen on Board from LNG
The technology group Wärtsilä has entered into a joint development agreement with Hycamite TCD Technologies, a privately…
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ABB's Shaft Generator Systems for COSCO's Ten Container Ships
ABB has secured a contract with the Chinese shipyard COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry (Yangzhou) Co. Ltd., to equip 10 China…
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Schottel to Propel Four China-built Wind Turbine Installation Vessels
Schottel azimuth thrusters will propel four newly built wind turbine installation vessels (WTIVs) for Ouyang Offshore in…
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With HybriGen, BAE Systems Helps the Maritime Industry to Decarbonize
As the maritime industry continues along its emissions reduction journey, one company helping to lead the way is BAE Systems…
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Fincantieri Delivers Viking's First Hydrogen Fuel Cell Cruise Ship
Italian shipbuilding group Fincantieri announced it has delivered the first vessel for luxury cruise operator Viking equipped…
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DNV Updates Technical Standards for Wind Assisted Propulsion
Classification society DNV has released an update to its Wind Assisted Propulsion Systems (WAPS) technical standard (ST-0511).
Latest propulsion news
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SCHOTTEL After Sales Service Network Expands
German propulsion systems manufacturer SCHOTTEL announced it has added new contractual service partners in Spain and France.
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Miller Marine to Build Fully Electric Truckable Tug
Seattle-based naval architecture firm Elliott Bay Design Group (EBDG) announced it is working with Miller Marine, a marine…
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OXE Marine Using Biodiesel for All Testing
Diesel outboard manufacturer OXE Marine said it will use biodiesel for all development and testing of its products going…
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Shell to Acquire PANOLIN's ECL Business
Supermajor Shell anounced its subsidiaries in Switzerland, the UK, US and Sweden have entered into agreements to acquire…
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ClassNK Grants AIP for Ammonia-fueled 200,000 DWT Bulk Carrier
Classification society ClassNK has issued an approval in principle (AIP) for an ammonia fueled 200,000 DWT type bulk carrier…
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Maersk Inks Green Methanol Supply Deal with US-based Carbon Sink
Danish shipping giant A.P. Moller - Maersk announced it is partnering with U.S.-based Carbon Sink to secure a supply of green…
Diesel Engines
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Fairbanks Morse Wins Contract to Supply Main Engines for LPD 31
U.S.-based Fairbanks Morse said it has been awarded a purchase order by Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) to build and…
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Making the Case for Diesel Outboards
Now more than ever, professional operators are opting to run outboard engines on a various small military craft, patrol boats…
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Cox’s Diesel Outboard Enters Production
UK-based engine manufacturer Cox Powertrain said its purpose-designed 300hp CXO300 diesel outboard engine has entered production…
Thrusters and Pods
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SCHOTTEL Gets Canadian Funding to Develop Quiet Propulsion
German propulsion company SCHOTTEL has been selected for funding within the Government of Canada's Quiet Vessel Initiative…
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Steerprop, Med Marine Ink Deal for New "T Propulsion" Units
Steerprop signed a contract with Turkish Med Marine shipyard to deliver the propulsion units for two RAscal 2100 harbour…
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ZF Debuts Hybrid Version of its New Azimuth Thruster
ZF is unveiling the hybrid version of its ZF AT 80 thruster system at this year’s SMM marine trade convention as the company…
Transmissions & Gears
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Klein Appointed Chairman, CEO of ZF Friedrichshafen
Dr. Holger Klein, Member of the Board of Management responsible for the Asia-Pacific region, Car Chassis Technology Division…
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Tech File: ABB Launches New Permanent Magnetic Shaft Generator
The latest in-line shaft generator from ABB is designed to enable ship operators to benefit from the multiple advantages…
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Stena RoRo's Ro-Pax Vessel Trio to Sport Broad Range of Wärtsilä Solutions
Finland-based marine technology and equipment specialist Wärtsilä will provide a broad scope of its solutions for three new…
Shafts/Couplings/Bearings
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Water Lubricated Propeller Shaft Bearings Reduce Fuel Use -Study
Peer-reviewed research by Thordon Bearings into the hydrodynamic lubrication efficiency of a ship’s propeller shaft bearing…
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DNV Launches Class Notation for Enhanced Tailshaft Condition Monitoring and Performance
With its TMON(Oil lubricated, +) notation, DNV said it becomes the world’s first classification society to provide a qualified…
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Thordon’s SXL Bearings Installed on History-making Ferry Daleela
Thordon Bearings’ Egyptian distributor and integrated services provider Nefertiti Marine has commissioned the water lubricated…
Propellers
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Schottel Launches DP-optimized Rudder Propeller for Offshore Wind Vessels
German propulsion specialist Schottel has launched a DP-optimized rudder propeller for the offshore wind market.The company…
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Hapag-Lloyd Begins Major Green Fleet Upgrade Program
German container shipping group Hapag-Lloyd announced it has begun a comprehensive five-year fleet upgrade program to improve…
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SCHOTTEL RudderPropellers to Power World’s First Hydrogen Tug
The first hydrogen-powered tug worldwide is equipped with SCHOTTEL propulsion systems. The vessel, which will be among the…
Hybrid Drives
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Kongsberg Wins Deal to Equip Sweden's New All-electric Ferries
Kongsberg Maritime on Wednesday announced it has signed a contract with Holland Shipyards Group to provide electrification…
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SAAM Towage Orders Electric Tug Pair for Its Canadian Operations
SAAM Towage announced it has closed an agreement with Teck & Neptune Terminals that will allow the deployment of the first…
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Danfoss Hybrid Drivetrains Selected for Hamburg's New Ferries
Danfoss Power Solutions said its Editron division has been chosen to provide drivetrain systems for three hybrid passenger…
Outboard Engines
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Cox Marine Targeting British Speed Record
In a world first for diesel outboard motor propulsion, Cox Marine (COX) will attend this year’s Coniston Powerboat Records Week…
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Mercury Marine Opens New Global Distribution Center in Indiana
Mercury Marine opened its new, purpose-built distribution center to support its parts and accessories business. The new 512…
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Neander Motors Partners with GY Marine Services as Exclusive GCC Partner
German outboard manufacturer Neander Motors said it has expanded its global distributor network by appointing GY Marine Services LLC.…