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24 Oct

Richard Mueller named president-elect of SNAME

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry News, Uncategorizedshipbuilding

(ALEXANDRIA, Va.) — Richard Mueller, president and CEO of Northeast Technical Services Co. (NETSCo), has been named as president-elect of the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME) and is slated to ascend to the presidency next year. With almost five decades of experience in the maritime industry, Mueller is a respected and accomplished professional in the field of…

23 Oct

Intellian, Inmarsat to develop next-gen GMDSS terminal

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newscommunications, Electronics

(PYEONGTAEK, South Korea) — Intellian Technologies, a leading global technology and solutions provider for satellite communications, and Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat business, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the development of a next-generation GMDSS safety terminal, designed for operation over Inmarsat’s ELERA L-band network. The new safety terminals will become the standard Inmarsat Maritime product for the next-generation…

20 Oct

Scania showcases E-Machine hybrid solution

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newspropulsion

(SAN ANTONIO, Texas) – Scania, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of engines for boats, trucks, buses and industrial applications, is showcasing its new marine hybrid solution – the E-Machine – at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. A new innovation in alternative propulsion, the E-Machine is a compact, modular, yet powerful solution with propulsion, inverter and power control unit…

20 Oct

Northern Lights reintroduces Lugger engine brand

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newspropulsion

(SEATTLE) – Northern Lights has reintroduced one of its most popular brands in history, Lugger propulsion engines, with a new L4105 and L6105 series. Lugger propulsion engines are built for long life with a robust design to meet the world’s most stringent environmental and regulatory requirements. The L4105 has a horsepower rating of 174 to 300 hp and the L6105…

17 Oct

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show expanding footprint

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newsmegayachts

(FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.) — The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) is set to make a grand return for its 64th edition, Oct. 25-29, in downtown Fort Lauderdale. The show will boast new features, the debut of new yachts, and the return of the Superyacht Village and Windward VIP Club. Making waves with an expanded footprint and a showcase of…

11 Oct

Icom to display innovative lineup at Fort Lauderdale show

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry NewsElectronics

(KIRKLAND, Wash.) — Icom will be joining the largest in-water boat show on the seven seas: the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), held Oct. 25-29 across seven locations. Attendees can see the latest and greatest in fishing boats, runabouts, cruisers, marine accessories, fishing equipment, diving accessories, personal watercraft and more. Find Icom in the Broward County Convention Center at…

10 Oct

Lloyd’s awards AiP for ERMA FIRST carbon capture system

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry NewsClimate change

(LONDON) — Lloyd’s Register has awarded approval in principle (AiP) to ERMA FIRST for its amine absorption-based carbon capture and storage (CCS) system. ERMA FIRST’s CCS system uses absorption technology to mix CO2 (carbon dioxide) flue gases with a proprietary amine solvent, which is then heated to produce a chemical reaction which reverses the absorption and separates the CO2 from…

09 Oct

Gulf Island, Hornbeck resolve suit over MPSVs

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newsshipbuilding

(COVINGTON, La.) — Hornbeck Offshore Services has entered into a final settlement agreement for two multi-purpose support vessels (MPSVs) that had been under construction at Gulf Island Shipyards. Pursuant to the settlement, Gulf Island was required to dismiss with prejudice all claims it had asserted against Hornbeck on account of Hornbeck’s termination of the vessel construction agreements with Gulf Island…

06 Oct

Bristol Harbor Group Inc. president named SNAME fellow

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newsshipbuilding

(BRISTOL, R.I.) — Gregory Beers, president of the Bristol Harbor Group Inc. (BHGI), has been named a fellow of the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME). The honor is awarded to SNAME members who have made remarkable contributions to the fields of naval architecture, marine or ocean engineering, or related areas through significant achievements in design, research, production,…

04 Oct

Markey Machine acquires JonRie InterTech

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry NewsDeck equipment

(SEATTLE) — Markey Machine, a global leader in the marine deck equipment and winch industry, has acquired JonRie InterTech. This strategic move brings together two renowned companies with a shared commitment to excellence, innovation and customer satisfaction. With over a century of combined experience, Markey Machine and JonRie InterTech have built reputations for delivering reliable, durable and custom-designed winch systems…