Category: Shipping

MS & D - Importance of maritime safety

Welcome to the most important shipping industry event in the world: SMM 2024 is in full swing with around 40,000 participants from over 120 countries. It is a unique platform for business, exchange of ideas and cooperation. More than 2,000 exhibiting companies will provide an insight into the latest state of the art. Key areas such as future fuels, sustainability, decarbonisation and innovation through AI will dominate the discussions. With a unique programme of networking, conferences and many small "come togethers", SMM is the industry event of the year. From stand parties to business talks, everything is possible. Here in Hamburg, the "United Nations...

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North Sea - E-charging station for ships in test operation

The Belgian offshore wind farm operator Parkwind recently began testing a charging station for ships, which is connected to its own wind farm "Nobelwind" via a transformer station. The electricity is supplied by 50 wind turbines installed 47 kilometres off the coast of Belgium. The technology developed by British company MJR automatically connects and disconnects ships to the charging station, according to MJR, a UK-based specialist engineering company for electrical energy and automation systems. The company offers turnkey solutions and services for commercial shipping, access marineforum digital+ Are you already a registered user? Log in here now - also MOV members: Username Password Remember me Weiterlesen

MCN publishes updated guide to increasing ship efficiency

Efficient ship operations are a decisive lever for more climate-friendly shipping. For this reason, the Maritime Cluster Northern Germany (MCN), in collaboration with industry experts, has developed a comprehensive English-language guide to ship efficiency, which is available in an updated version just in time for the start of SMM Hamburg, the world's leading trade fair for the maritime industry. the aim of the guide is to provide an overview of existing regulations in international maritime shipping and to highlight technical options for decarbonisation and improving ship efficiency and to evaluate their impact. The technologies are relevant for both newbuildings and existing ships. An extensive chapter is also devoted to marine fuels.

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Presentation of the combat medal to the crew of the frigate "Hessen"

On Monday, 2 September at 08:50 a.m., the ceremony to award the combat medal to the crew of the frigate "Hessen" took place. The national and EU medals were also awarded. The frigate and its crew members are the first closed contingent of the Bundeswehr to be honoured with this operational medal. The event honours the exceptional commitment and special services of the crew members, who have made a significant contribution to security and stability in the Red Sea as part of EUNAVFOR (European Union Naval Force) Aspides. The award ceremony will take place in the presence of Parliamentary State Secretary Siemtje Möller and high-ranking military representatives, such as...

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Rhön back!

The fuel transporter "Rhön" is expected to return to its home port of Wilhelmshaven on Saturday, 31 August 2024. The ship has been participating in the Standing NATO Maritime Group 1 (SNMG 1) as the German contribution to the Very High Readiness Joint Task Force Maritime (VJTF M) since 1 April 2024. The operational area was the North Sea, Baltic Sea and North Atlantic. The "Rhön", as a floating refuelling station, ensured the supply of fuel for the participating NATO partners. This contribution significantly increased the sea endurance and endurance of the SNMG 1, as well as effectively supporting the VJTF M's ability to act and its high level of readiness. The "Rhön"...

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