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Piracy is at an all time high and measures need to be taken. TechnoFibre believes in keeping our seafarers safe, and what better way in combating sea terrorists than state-of-the art equipment? For centuries pirates have plagued mariners across the seas. Aesthetically, pirates remain the same; however their tactics have modified with a progressive world. The last 5 years have seen piracy at an all time high with weaponry ranging from AKMs to mortars and rocket propelled grenades. It’s undeniable that the attacks have certainly made it even more difficult for ship owners to defend themselves and their crew, especially since the pirates have far graduated from using swords and knives to guns and other heavy artillery. To keep ourselves a step ahead from the pirates’ methods, Technofibre, in conjunction with Infinite Security Solutions (ISS) have launched the latest in anti-piracy equipment- the Nemesis 5000. The nemesis 5000 is a revolutionary enhancement of the oil tanker sprinkler cleaners with increased number of nozzles and pressure. The purpose is simple, to disable pirates or any other unwanted person from boarding a ship. The system supplies a High impact water jet curtain around the perimeter of the vessel. Design specifications include:- • Proven operating technology • Water driven using vessel Fire Main • Water pressure 7 to 14 bar • Water flows 30 to 65 m3 / hr • Designed in accordance with BV/ ABS requirements • Power of the water jet is between 143 and 151 kmph Recently, Maersk found itself to be in trying waters, literally. They managed to ward off the pirate attack by deploying a high pressured stream of constantly shooting water that prevented pirates from boarding the ship from any side possible. Their savior- the Nemesis 5000. The Nemesis 5000 evidently finds itself to be a far better option than paying off handsome amounts as ransom. Date: 17th June 2010 < Back to News Index > 
To stand up to the extremes of marine conditions, laybarge equipment has to be built to the highest standards. CRC-Evans Engineered Systems supplies a wide selection of quality equipment for the rigors of offshore duty. With more than 40 years of experience working in offshore pipe construction, CRC-Evans knows the importance of safe, reliable equipment for this harsh environment, so their offshore equipment is stronger and has larger operational safety margins than equipment designed for land. CRC-Evans designs and manufactures a complete range of equipment specifically for tough offshore applications, including pipe handling, pipe double jointing, and joint coating. Advanced computer technology calculates tensile, loading and other relevant forces. And every piece of CRC-Evans equipment undergoes a rigorous inspection before it ever comes close to the decks of a laybarge. “All of our laybarge equipment has evolved from ongoing research among our customers to be sure that it meets their requirements,” said (CRC ES exec name and title). “We put all this practical knowledge into our equipment and the result is the best possible performance.” Date: 21st May 2010 < Back to News Index >
Malaysia-based international company, Bumi Armada Berhad, announced the launch of Armada Tuah 85 – the last of their 20 vessel new build programme, Steel on Water 1. The 8000 BHP class AHTS (anchor handling tug and supply) vessel was safely launched on 27 April at 10 am local time, at the shipyard in Batam Island, Indonesia. Following the launch, Armada Tuah 85 will go into commissioning works and sea trials in the coming weeks and she is scheduled to be delivered in June 2010 to work in India or Caspian Sea. Bumi Armada’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr Hassan Basma said, ”The Armada Tuah 85 marks the completion of our USD320 million fleet renewal programme, “Steel on Water 1”, which brings our average fleet age to below 5 years. That, together with DP (dynamic positioning) capability, will give our fleet an edge in the OSV (offshore supply vessels) market; we are now able to provide oil majors newer and better equipped vessels.” With DP capability, 435 sq metres of free deck space and a 5 tonne safe working load (SWL) deck crane to support construction and installation activities, the Armada Tuah 85, is also classed by ABS to safely accommodate up to 38 personnel, including the marine crew. Date: 8th May 2010 < Back to News Index >
Ghana’s First Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel FPSO Kwame Nkrumah MV21, successfully converted by Sembcorp Marine’s subsidiary Jurong Shipyard for MODEC, is on track for its landmark assignment offshore Ghana’s Jubilee Field following its official naming. Set to be an integral part of the Phase 1 development plan for Ghana’s Jubilee Field, FPSO Kwame Nkrumah MV21 was officially named by Lady Sponsor Mrs Ernestina Naadu Mills, the First Lady of the Republic of Ghana, in a ceremony at Jurong Shipyard on May 1, 2010. The milestone naming was witnessed by a high-level Ghanaian government delegation, including Ghana’s Minister of Energy Dr. Joe Oteng-Adjei, key representatives from Ghana National Petroleum Company (GNPC) and partners of the Jubilee Field Development, as well as management and staff of MODEC and Jurong Shipyard. The FPSO Kwame Nkrumah MV21 will leave shortly for the Jubilee Field, one of West Africa’s largest oil fields recently discovered offshore the western coast of Ghana, under a long-term charter with Tullow Ghana Ltd. The FPSO is scheduled to deliver First Oil in the fourth quarter of 2010. Designed to operate for 20 years without dry-docking, FPSO Kwame Nkrumah MV21 is equipped with the biggest turret ever constructed in the oil industry. The FPSO is capable of processing 120,000 barrels of oil per day and 160 MMscfd of production gas, with a storage capacity of 1,600,000 barrels of oil and a water injection rate of 230,000 barrels of water per day. The conversion of FPSO Kwame Nkrumah MV21 from the Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) tanker Ohdoh (ex Tohdoh) encompassed detailed engineering, installation and integration of 17 modules, including a water treatment plant, crude separation plant, chemical injection plant, gas process and injection plant, the turret, electricity generation plant and a 120-room accommodation facility. Affirming the FPSO Kwame Nkrumah MV21 as a key milestone in Ghana’s journey to pumping first oil, Mrs Ernestina Naadu Mills, First Lady of the Republic of Ghana said that its significance will reverberate into the Ghana’s future and the country’s oil and gas industry. She added: “The FPSO, critical equipment for production of oil, is ready and shall set sail for Ghana on schedule…. Ghana is on the verge of becoming an oil-producing country sometime in the last quarter of 2010 when under Phase I of the Jubilee Field project, 120,000 barrels of oil a day and 120 million standard cubic feet dry gas per day would be produced.” Mr. Aidan Heavey, Chief Executive Officer of Tullow Oil, said: “The FPSO Kwame Nkrumah MV21 is assembled for the future of Ghana. We have a huge responsibility for health, safety and environment and to ensure that the oil that flows up from the earth through this fantastic vessel fuels the growth of Ghana’s economy.” In his speech, Mr Shashank Karve, Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer of MODEC Inc, expressed his pride and joy in witnessing this momentous day. Describing the FPSO Kwame Nkrumah MV21 as an embodiment of teamwork, he thanked key stakeholders and partners – Ghana’s Ministry of Energy, Tullow and GNPC and Jurong Shipyard – for rallying their support to make this milestone achievement a reality. “In the 4th quarter, the FPSO will produce Ghana’s first oil and we hope that the riches produced by the vessel will benefit every citizen of Ghana,” Mr Karve added. Mr Wong Weng Sun, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sembcorp Marine and Managing Director of Jurong Shipyard, said: “The synergy between the MODEC and Jurong teams, coupled with the cooperation of Tullow Ghana, has been a contributing factor to the successful completion of this conversion and upgrading project. To-date, we have successfully carried out conversion and upgrading of 14 FPSO projects and 4 FSO projects for MODEC. This long-standing relationship is only possible through mutual trust and understanding and we would like to express our heartfelt thanks to MODEC for their trust in us. We hope to continue this strong and enduring relationship and bring it to greater heights.” Date: 4th May 2010 < Back to News Index >
Organisers Seatrade and the Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF), revealed that Sea Asia 2011 would be the largest yet, with more exhibition space, more exhibitors and greater numbers of participants expected to attend than ever before. Sea Asia was launched as the premier show for the global maritime industry in 2007. Since then, the show has grown significantly to become a ‘must attend’ event for maritime professionals from across Asia and beyond. “Sea Asia 2011 is a truly iconic maritime show that epitomises the camaradie and strong tripartite partnership between the organisers, SMF and Seatrade, the key maritime players and the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore. Through this show, we hope to elevate Singapore’s status as a leading international maritime centre and make Singapore the focal point for maritime leaders to discuss pertinent issues and challenges faced by the maritime industry, in particular, that of Asia,” said Michael Chia, Chairman of Singapore Maritime Foundation. The organisers revealed today that Sea Asia 2011 is expected to achieve a 20% increase in exhibition space since its last edition in 2009, rising from 11,000 square metres (sqm) of space to 13,600 sqm gross. The number of participants at the conference and exhibition exceeded 10,000 in 2009 and the organisers Seatrade and SMF are expecting to attract more than 12,000 participants for the 2011 event. To accommodate the increase in scale and size, the 2011 show will be held at the Marina Bay Sands which also officially opens today. The three-day event boasts a host of attractions featuring a unique mix of conferences, social and sporting events, corporate announcements, press conferences and technical presentations. The conference days include on the spot surveys of participants, a cutting edge daily show newspaper, non-stop stand events and a full social programme. With more international participation expected than ever before and the extensive programmes, Sea Asia 2011 is rapidly becoming a global leader among international maritime shows. Sea Asia 2011 will be held as part of the Singapore Maritime Week (SMW) organised by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore. SMW is now one of the most important weeks in the Asian shipping calendar. It is expected that several global companies will make significant corporate announcements during Sea Asia. Sea Asia 2011 seeks to be the region’s pivotal business conference that unite maritime leaders and project the Asian Voice in a more impactful manner. The show is guided by an international advisory panel comprising some of the foremost Asian leaders. These include Captain Wei Jia Fu, Group President & CEO of COSCO, Mr Choo Chiau Beng, CEO of Keppel Corporation, Mr S.S. Teo, Managing Director of Pacific International Lines and Mr Koji Miyahara, Chairman Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK). Date: 27th April 2010 < Back to News Index >
Leading offshore vessel operator Nordic Maritime has launched the latest addition to its expanding offshore support vessel fleet, the 60 man crew boat ‘Nordic Grace’ (pictured). The new vessel was officially named and launched by Nordic Maritime at a ceremony and reception held at the Republic of Singapore Yacht Club on Monday April 12, 2010. At the ceremony, Nordic Maritime Chief Executive Officer Morten Innhaug said: “The Nordic Grace is a 60 man crew boat and we are very pleased with her. We think she will be a valuable addition to our fleet and we hope to own her for many years to come and enjoy safe and profitable sailing with her.” The Nordic Grace was built at the NGV Tech yard in Malaysia and delivered to the company last month and she is classed by Bureau Veritas. She will sail under the Panama flag and has a full sailing speed of 25 knots. She is the latest vessel in Nordic Maritime fleet of offshore supply vessels. Mr Innhaug added: “The name of our new boat is Nordic Grace and it is named after Nordic Maritime’s first employee, Grace Ong.” The crew boat will be chartered out shortly Date: 13th April 2010 < Back to News Index > |
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