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ABS introduce streamlined maintenance
ABS Nautical Systems has responded to client requests and developed a new interface for shipowners enabling direct downloading of its machinery survey status data into the Maintenance & Repair module of the NS-5 fleet management software.
The classification society believes this to be the first time a direct interface of this type has been created between class survey data and any commercial fleet management software package currently available on the market.
Before this development, a shipowner or operator would have to access the survey status information on each vessel in the fleet via the classification society’s Web-based system, before re-entering this data into the module — again, individually for each vessel.
‘It was an arduous task with a potential for error due to the double handling of the data,’ pointed out Jack Kitchura, President, ABS Nautical Systems.
According to Kitchura, the system ‘will make life simpler and promote data accuracy for the operators of hundreds of vessels that use our NS-5 software system to manage their onboard operations.’
As such, the operator is given access to the ABS survey database direct from the Maintenance & Repair module and then to download all the applicable Continuous Machinery Survey (CMS) information for the operator’s entire ABS classed fleet with a few simple key strokes.
A key feature is that of the Replication Manager module, which means that the next time one of the affected ships logs into the program, all relevant machinery survey data will be automatically updated on the vessel’s own system, allowing a Chief Engineer to be able to plan on-going maintenance and survey programs. Additionally, the survey information will also reschedule jobs that had already been entered into the Maintenance & Repair module.
‘It should be emphasised that this is a one way data transfer,’ added Kitchura. ‘The owner has access to the survey status on his vessels but ABS, as the classification society, can not gain access to the owner’s Maintenance & Repair data which remains confidential.’
Initial work has seen the interface provide access to machinery survey information as this involves the largest number of survey items. ABS plans to introduce a second phase which will provide owners with similar automatic updates on all remaining survey items affecting the hull and statutory certificates. This next stage is scheduled for the second half of 2006.
State-of-the-art simulation has been the central focus behind a challenging project for the Orlan concrete island drilling structure.
Initiated on behalf of the Seattle-based Crowley Marine Services, BMT Seatech utilised its PC Rembrandt simulator to assist Crowley personnel with performing set-down evolutions of the Orlan structure.
As such, detailed modelling of the hydrodynamic response of the structure in shallow water for input into PC Rembrandt was completed for real-time simulation analysis. BMT hydrodynamicists then validated the mathematical model of Orlan with Crowley personnel before running a number of simulation workshops to establish tug requirements for the tow and setdown, as well as establishing operability envelopes for the set-down process in Chayvo Bay, Sakhalin Island, Russia.
To achieve operational needs, Orlan had to be set down within 5m of the target location and within 1deg of the desired heading.
Primary work involved using the simulator to assess exactly the number and size of tug required to be able to safely handle Orlan during its final transit from the staging area to the set-down point, and then manoeuvre into position at the target site.
Simulations looked at the effects of various combinations of wind, waves, and current, and were performed using detailed electronic charts of the set-down and staging area, created from recent hydrographical data.
For the second stage, a refined PC Rembrandt simulation was utilised, including the ability to model the actual set-down of the structure. Advanced mathematical algorithms enabled modelling of the entire operation from approach through setdown allowing multiple scenarios to be quickly and effectively assessed.
Commenting on the adoption of PC Rembrandt for the project, Simon Burnay, Manoeuvring Simulation Products Manager at BMT SeaTech, said: ‘Over the years we have proven that PC Rembrandt is capable of far more than just onboard shiphandling training. As one of the most advanced simulators on the market, it has been used and validated on a wide range of manoeuvring and navigation studies including new LNG terminals, cruise ship design options and structures such as Orlan.
‘These projects, run for major ship operators and energy firms worldwide, have successfully demonstrated the use of PC Rembrandt as a manoeuvring and navigation assessment tool at every stage of these typically challenging and innovative projects.
‘Following the detailed evaluation of tow and set-down scenarios, the Orlan structure was successfully installed within on metre of its target location, demonstrating that practice really can make perfect,’ he concluded.
[Source: Maritime IT & Electronics]
IMarEST Technical Proceedings – Referees Required
The Technical Proceedings of the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST) are an international collection of research papers, technical reports and case studies providing the latest maritime principles and advances to those working, researching or studying in the marine environment.
The IMarEST is seeking experts in the fields of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology to act as peer reviewers for its technical proceedings. The review process is essential to maintain a high standard of papers and to ensure that all papers published are scientifically and technically accurate. For more information about each of the technical proceedings: Journal of Marine Engineering and Technology, Journal of Design and Operations and the Journal of Marine Science and Environment and to express your wish to be a referee please visit www.imarest.org/proceedings
New Issue of IMarEST Journal
The Institute has recently published the next issue of The Journal of Marine Design and Operations (Part B9 of the IMarEST Proceedings). The contents of which are listed below. Please see the subscriptions details for this and our other journals by using the link below:
http://www.imarest.org/proceedings/subscriptions.asp
B9 Contents:
Towards safer ship dismantling in South Asia
A review of ballast water technologies
Design and testing of a direct drive tidal stream generator
Project management of major dry-dockings
Pods - Guidance for the practicing Naval Architect
09/10/2006
City Conference Centre, London
Anthropogenic noise and its impact on the marine environment remains an issue of concern within the maritime community. There have been a number of meetings to look at the different aspects of this issue from the policy required to regulate the emission of sound through to the science required to minimise its impact on the marine environment. This co- sponsored meeting will aim to build on the IACMST report Underwater Sound and Marine Life published in 2006 by looking at exploring a number of the recommendations further so as to contribute to the ongoing developments in the areas of science and policy.
The conference programme will educate and inform, consisting of thought provoking plenary talks and periods of discussion. Selected speakers chosen for their expertise in specific areas will act as scene setters and will provide delegates with a balanced overview of the biological science involved, the physics involved (acoustics) and the over-arching applicable laws and policies. Alongside research and policy in the UK, the talks will also look at developments in regulation and science in the US and in Europe.
A wrap up session at the end of the day will be used to synthesise the issues and ideas discussed. Following the wrap up session it is planned that a Forum, whose establishment was recommended by the IACMST report, will be launched by Prof Howard Dalton, Chairman of IACMST.
It is anticipated this will be a highly popular event so an early expression of intention to attend is advised.
A small charge will be applied to this meeting.
To read the IACMST report please visit http://www.marine.gov.uk
For more information about the event itself please email technical@imarest.org
A new biennial event has recently been launched incorporating a hands-on ocean technology exhibition with in-classroom and on-water demonstrations and training sessions. Organised by Intelligent Exhibitions Ltd in partnership with the Association of Marine Scientific Industries and hosted by the National Oceanography Centre, Southampton, Ocean Business 2007 will be held next March from 27 – 29 March 2007.
In the space of three days visitors will have the opportunity to attend over 200 training and demonstration workshops providing first hand knowledge of the equipment and systems on the market. Not just another exhibition, but an event that provides manufacturers and system suppliers with the opportunity to meet face to face with users to demonstrate the latest technological advances in equipment, explore opportunities for new applications and to collaborate on design issues and options for future developments.
The International Federation of Hydrographic Societies and IMAREST have agreed to support the event as have the leading industry magazines. We are confident that this event will launch in to the calendar as a key must attend biennial event.”
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This significant social charity event is to be held on Friday 14 th July 2006 onboard HQS Wellington, Victoria Embankment, London. The Honourable Company of Master Mariners in conjunction with The Institute of Marine Engineering Science and Technology, The Nautical Institute, Royal Institute of Navigation, Trinity House and The Marine Society and Sea Cadets are holding this event in aid of Marine Charities in HQS Wellington from 19.00 to 01.00.
Tickets are £75 per person which includes:
Dancing, Live Dance Band, Jazz Band
Welcome drinks
Wine with the meal
Sumptuous 4 course buffet dinner
Free bar
Entertainment, Raffles and Draws
Table entertainment afterwards
Bacon ‘Sarnies’ and Coffee at midnight
Dress is to be black tie/mess undress. Tickets are limited and available on a first come first booked basis. Invitations will be sent on receipt of payment.
For further details please contact:
The Clerk, Honourable Company of Master Mariners, H.Q.S “Wellington”, Temple Stairs, Victoria Embankment, London, WC2R 2PN or Email: info@hcmm.org.ukFree Article Download  |
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Civil Order at Sea in the 21st Century 
Merchant Ship Naval Architectire 
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IMarEST Events| 09/10/2006 | Underwater Sound and Marine Life |
| 05/12/2006 | ENGINE AS A WEAPON II - Platform engineering for future electric weapons |
JobsBritish Nuclear Group - Engineers, Nuclear Operations Engineer |
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ASC -Senior/Principal Combat System Engineer, Adelide, Australia |
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Wartsila - Performance Expert for 2-Stroke Engines (PDF, 333kb) |
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Graduate Engineer - Competitive Salary + car + excellent benefits – Belesta/Belzona |
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ALBWARDY, MARINE ENGINEERING (L.L.C.), DUBAI, U.A.E. - DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER |
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and Coastal Team Co-ordinator - The Crown Estate £21,870 + benefits |
We are seeking an enthusiastic team player with an
understanding of marine environmental issues and a relevant
degree. Experience of a range of administrative support skills,
including budgeting and presenting information and data in a
range of formats to tight deadlines is advantageous but if you
can demonstrate an ability and desire to develop these skills we
would like to hear from you. There may also be an opportunity
to gain experience in coastal property management. With
excellent communication and organisational skills, you will be
able to build relationships with a range of internal and external
contacts and customers. |
Ship Safety Policy Manger (Naval Architect or Marine Engineer) - MCA, £32,981 – £42,667 |
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency is the UK government’s as UK travel. A knowledge of Inland Waterway shipping
regulatory authority for maritime safety and is internationally acknowledged as a world leader in this field. |
As LNG Fleet Manager you will have outstanding technical ability combined with strong leadership qualities to ensure that all vessels are operated to the highest safety and quality standards in the industry. |
We wish to recruit a Sales Executive to support the Company’s After Sales and new product sales businesses with a first class customer account service. |
The successful applicant will have an engineering background, and will preferably have experience in the construction and repair of offshore vessels. He/she will be familiar with marine rules and regulations and be capable of preparing and reviewing new building and conversion specifications and drawings. |
Based in our Southampton Office, an opportunity exists for an Engineer Surveyor Consultant with Department of Transport Class 1 Certificate of Competency.... |
University of Greenwich - Lecturer in Marine
Engineering, £24,352 - £30,363 |
The School of Engineering is seeking a dynamic individual with
a strong technical background in the maritime industry to
assist with the delivery and development of marine and mechanical
engineering together with supporting other programmes in the |
... Versatility, with a sound knowledge of Microsoft
Office EPM (Enterprise Project Management)... |
OSIL - TECHNICAL SALES - Environmental Monitoring Instruments, OTE 30K |
OSIL require a self-motivated person to work within a small, highly focused team selling oil spill detectors and flow measuring instruments to the industrial and institutional market. |
Chevron Upstream Europe (CUE) is a strategic business unit of the Chevron Corporation. It manages an integrated portfolio of assets in the UK, Denmark, Norway, the Netherlands and the Faroes. CUE has an expanding range of new projects in addition to its established developments, offering challenging career opportunities utilising new technologies and advanced work processes. Chevron's new, state of the art office in Aberdeen, where CUE is headquartered, will offer
a stimulating and collaborative work environment in which to maximise Chevron's business. |
We are looking for an oceanographer to join our team, which has an excellent |
Rolls Royce - Engineering
Recruitment Fair (Derby) / Online Recruitment |
Rolls-Royce is a world-class organisation, providing innovative power solutions to our customers across the world. We have an
enviable broad-based business portfolio, with leading positions in each of the global markets that we operate in. |
Head of the Hull Department, Marine Technology Section - Maesrsk |
We are looking for the future of the Hull section within the Marine Technology Department. As head of the Hull section, we expect you to ensure second-to-none hull performance and innovation through the constant infusion of cutting edge knowledge and developments within hull technology. |
DNV Maritime is further expanding
internationally and needs the best surveyors! |
Package up to £32,820 pa (depending on experience) + car + benefits |
Both marine and electrical engineering specialists are required to work within project teams for Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) studies on dynamically positioned drilling, subsea construction and offshore support vessels. Applicants must be able to demonstrate they have a strong theoretical background, offshore vessel design or operating experience (preferably involving FMEAs), possess good analytical skills, the ability to work well in a team and be willing to travel worldwide if required.
For more details please send your CV to Wavespec Ltd (ianharper@wavespec.com) quoting ref WP245.
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They currently seek a technical superintendent to manage the technical requirements for a number of their Tanker units. Furthermore you must ensure, all requirements of charterers including Oil Majors are permanently adhered to. |
The two levels of seniority here are differentiated by the depth of experience and knowledge you’ll bring to the role. But for both, you’ll preferably need a good degree in a relevant engineering discipline or an HND in Marine Engineering... |
| Head of HR Marine & Crew Management Division - Eurasia |
Reporting to the Executive Director, to support the service delivery teams through recruitment & placement of seafarers at optimum cost and high quality to meet customer satisfaction... |
| Deputy General Manager - Eurasia |
To assist the General Manager/Managing Director in planning, organising and managing all activities of the business unit.... |
Pipeline Project Engineering, Structural Project Engineering - TRS |
Due to significant growth in TRS’s client portfolio we are now actively seeking Engineers for major Oil and Gas projects being executed from Houston, Perth, Paris, London and Aberdeen. Individuals with an interest in the above disciplines are likely to be considered for a host of opportunities with our expanding international client base. |
Leading International Client invites applications from cryogenic and electrical inspectors for positions in new construction site teams . Successful candidates will be located in major Asian Shipyards. Suitably qualified candidates should apply in confidence to : recruitment@imarest.org |
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Events Listing | 20/06/2006 | Capability Development and Skill Pool | Prince Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |
| 21/06/2006 | Felixstowe Visit | Tomline House, Felixstowe |
| 22/06/2006 | Civil Order at Sea in the 21st Century | City Conference Centre, 80 Coleman Street, London EC2R 5BJ |
| 28/06/2006 | Tribology at Sea: Improving Life Cycle Costs in the Marine Environment by the Application of Tribological Knowledge | Avenue Campus, University of Southampton |
| 05/07/2006 | Electronic Charts | HQS Wellington, Victoria Embankment, London |
| 06/07/2006 | Brunel Bicentenary Conference: How Engineer Change the World | British Empire and Commonwealth Museum, Bristol, UK |
| 08/07/2006 | Summer Social | Newmarket |
| 09/07/2006 | The 11th International Deep-Sea Biology Symposium | National Oceanography Centre, Southampton |
| 13/07/2006 | CoastGIS 2006 | Wollongong, Australia |
| 14/07/2006 | 2nd London Maritime Ball | HQS Wellington, Victoria Embankment, London |
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