Category: Technology

Fourth trainee network meeting - from the idea to the 3D model

Fourth trainee network meeting - from the idea to the 3D model

Gepostet von | 7 Sep 2021 | , | 0

On 25 August 2021, the Maritime Cluster Northern Germany (MCN) organised the fourth trainee network meeting together with MakerCube. Participants were able to get hands-on in workshops and had the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the diversity of additive manufacturing, regardless of their training profession. Digital manufacturing technologies, including 3D printing, are becoming increasingly important for maritime companies. Whether for the construction of models, the production of prototypes and small series or the repair of components. Using the necessary tools requires not only digital skills, but also curiosity and knowledge of the possibilities. That's why the aim of this network meeting was to get trainees interested in solutions and their...

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<span style="font-variant: small-caps;">Isaac Peral</span> swims again

Isaac Peral swims again

Gepostet von | 31 Aug 2021 | , , , , | 0

After its first planned period in dry dock, the Isaak Peral is now afloat again. In recent weeks, Navantia has completed various tasks on the Spanish company's new submarine, including installing the periscope and commissioning the consoles for the command and weapon deployment system in the operations centre. This week, the consoles will receive the necessary software after the required tests have been completed at Sistemas San Fernando. Over the coming months, the first S-80 plus class boat will remain with Navantia and continue to be equipped. Before the sea trials scheduled for early 2022, the Isaak Peral will return to dry dock.

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Karakurt corvette fires cruise missiles

Karakurt corvette fires cruise missiles

Gepostet von | 31 Aug 2021 | , , , | 0

According to the Russian Navy, the corvette Sovietsk has fired a Kalibr NK missile. The successful test took place in the White Sea. It hit a coastal target around a thousand kilometres away at a test site in the Arkhangelsk region. Before the test firing, the corvette had travelled from its home base in Baltiysk on the Baltic Sea into the northern sea. On the way, the crew prepared for their task with around 30 exercises. These included manoeuvring in narrow waters, navigation exercises and defence against sabotage attacks. In total, the Sowjetsk travelled more than 3300 miles. The Sowjetski is a corvette...

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Contract awarded for the construction of U 212CD

Contract awarded for the construction of U 212CD

Gepostet von | 30 Aug 2021 | , , , , | 0

Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems has been officially commissioned to build six Class 212CD submarines. The procurement organisations of Norway and Germany have already signed the corresponding contracts. The order comprises the delivery of four submarines to the Norwegian Navy and two to the German Navy as well as additional logistical services and training resources. The order is worth around 5.5 billion euros. The ceremony to mark the major order took place today (30 August) at the development and shipyard site in Kiel. Special guests of honour were the German State Secretary of Defence, Benedikt Zimmer, and the Norwegian State Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Tone Skogen. Text: mb; Photos:...

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