Constructed by the Uudenkaupungin Työvene shipyard on the southwestern coast of Finland, M/V Eloise is the latest addition to Västtrafiks fleet of short-range commuter vessels operating in Gothenburg in Sweden. Utilising the latest hybrid technology, the passenger ferry is exceptionally environmentally-friendly, with very low CO2 emissions.
Wind turbines in vessels is not a new invention. Savonius Rotor was invented by a Finn, Sigurd Savonius in 1926, almost 100 years ago. Operation of his invention is based on Magnus effect and Flettner law; very familiar to people involved in sailing.
Methanol is one of the new and exciting fuels used in the marine industry – with TUI Cruises Mein Schiff 7 and RCCL Celebritys Edge Series newbuild being among the first methanol fuel capable cruise ships. Currently under construction at shipyards, the environmentallyfriendly cruise ships will be delivered in 2024–2025.
JDE Peets equipped AURORA BOTNIA with the Cafitesse coffee system, uniquely sustainable and bio-safe, as a newbuilding.
Cruise ship owners have increased interest in HVAC energy investment projects, due to the IMOs new Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) and rising fuel prices. As the Carbon Intensity Indicator is a measure of a ships energy efficiency, these issues have taken on a brand-new significance.
Oy Windside Production Ltd has equipped Marine research centers, lighthouses, and international groups of scientists and other professionals since 1982.
Comprehensive maintenance work of modern-day vessels exacts lots of know-how and experience, plus the right kind of attitude. In southwestern Finland, Mill & Marine Service Ltd. meets the requirements. Established in 1988, the companys main office has been situated in the city of Pori since 2014.
Adiabatix, based in Vaasa, Finland, has created a product that drastically increases occupational safety in industrial environments. Used especially in the insulation of pipes in shipbuilding and in power plants, the brand-new Adi-SMART® reduces the surface temperature of the insulation module it is integrated into. The product allows companies to meet regulations regarding safety in high-temperature operations.
For engineering students intent on designing ships either for passenger transport or for arctic environments, a Finnish university degree is the grade to go for. Aalto Universitys top-notch Nordic Master program has drawn in motivated and capable students even from distant continents.
Finland has a long history of high-tech achievements in the domain of naval architecture and ship design, specifically in producing blueprints for arctic ice-breakers or multipurpose vessels. Meet Mr. Jyrki Lehtonen, M.Sc., one of the ship- designing forerunners in this field.
Finland and Sweden have been considering a joint purchase of icebreakers for a couple of years now. In March 2020, the Swedish Maritime Administration and the Finnish Transport Infrastructure Agency began collaborating on the design of a modern ice breaker concept.
In maritime use, hinged fire doors are needed for various types of large and small vessels. The certified Finnish manufacturer Saajos Oy – known for designing the first steel-based fire doors – has been in the business for more than 70 years, producing innovations the way you want.
Antti has delivered some 400,000 doors for about 350 different ships. Nowadays, the dedicated ship door company offers more than a door. The innovative e-hinge is a good example of solutions enabling shipping companies new possibilities to serve better.
Shipping can be dangerous business. International safety standards and regulations for seafarers are helpful, but new technologies are also needed to avoid disasters at sea. For one thing, the increasing use of autonomous vessels will require highly efficient technical safety systems and devices.
Catering systems for cruise ships need to be designed with special care. Marine catering is subject to strict international regulations related to health, hygiene, and fire safety.
Located in Naantali in southwestern Finland, ACM-Trading Ltd. has designed and supplied maritime automation and engineering solutions since 1969. The companys latest valve control innovations can be applied to ship instrumentation, as well as various types of tug and barge coupling systems.
Established in 1988 and located in Lahti in southern Finland, Pedro Ltd is a leading manufacturer of specialised furniture for ship installations and other demanding applications.
Consulting group Elomatic has developed a concept design for the NYK Super Eco Ship 2050. The aim was to create a concept for an emission-free car and truck carrier concept, in cooperation with NYK of Japan. The concept ship incorporates various futuristic but feasible modern technologies.
The time is now. This very momentwhen the growth of the cruise industry has never been faster. And it presents a tremendous opportunity for those tasked with managing the record orderbook that lies ahead. From shipbuilding and ship fi ttings to electrical and ship operating systems, all the way through talent acquisition and sourcing, were planning the creation of the most revolutionary megaships the world has ever seen at Seatrade Cruise Global.
Advanced hybrid technology for passenger ferry M/V Eloise
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Almost 80 years of ship supplying history
Wind powers vessels
Driving sustainability via pipeline system excellence
Targeting green innovations
Lucky Seven
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RMC shipyard soon to deliver two new ferries to Australia
Modern Metal Machining Service
Eye on green innovation
Metal-free Sea Climaver® changes the game in marine HVAC
Cafitesse filter coffee brewing system – the cost efficient and sustainable way to serve good coffee at sea
Koja Marine champions energy-saving HVAC systems onboard – also for retrofit projects
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The Green Grail of the Seven Seas
Blue ocean strategy requires green core
Green Wave Rising
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Turn the Tide
After the Storm
Sign of the tides
Blue seas, green growth
Wind Powers Marine Research
Varuna Sentinels BV is selected to provide IHM maintenance services for Hapag-Lloyd vessels
IMO 2020 sulphur limit implementation
Less Weight is More Efficiency
Meriturva is Safety by Training
Valve control innovations for cruise ships and tugs
High-grade furniture for the cruise ships
Certified ceilings for shipbuilding
Seatec prepares its 2019 edition:
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Hydraulics and electrification of machineries are the specialties of Averfin Oy
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Protacon hybridizes maritime industries to meet EU goals
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