Towage
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Benefits of boom
Ports are welcoming the unexpected benefits of the current tug building boom, as Jack Gaston finds out 23 Apr 2008 - Port Strategy
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Green 'tugnology' all the rage
In common with several other towage companies Svitzer is running an EcoTug project with the aim of ensuring that the company maintains a strong position as an environmentally sustainable service provider and is working towards contributing to a cleaner, safer and healthier environment. This is being achieved by examining current operations and tug designs and looking for long term step changes in operational practices and technology. 23 Apr 2008 - Port Strategy
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Taking crewing to the minimum
Manning levels aboard port tugs is a contentious issue and depend very largely on national and local maritime regulations. A crew of two in a 25m, 70 tonnes bollard pull tug is acceptable in some countries but may be constrained by operating procedures or local port rules. However well designed the modern tug may be,at least one person is still needed to work on deck to secure and take aboard the towline and moor the vessel on return to the quay. The safety of that person is paramount and the result of exhaustive studies into ‘ man overboard’ procedures and the design equipment for personnel retrieval in an emergency. 01 May 2007 - Port Strategy
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Building Frenzy
A record orderbook and increasing pressure to produce more green tugs proves there’ s a future for these waterborne powerhouses, as Jack Gaston explains 01 May 2007 - Port Strategy
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Stick to your core activities
VT Halmatic is reporting increasing interest from ports in its fleet contract hire scheme in which it will provide workboats, maintenance and service, agree a replacement schedule, and even source crews. 01 Apr 2006 - Port Strategy
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In-house or outsourced?
When it comes to towage and workboat operations, there is a case to be made for either route. Felicity Landon reports. 01 Apr 2006 - Port Strategy
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Where are the benefits?
Jack Gaston approached Stephen Eastwood ceo Europe, of Adsteam Towage - for PS, with some important questions relating to the application of ISO and ISM standards. 01 Jan 2006 - Port Strategy
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Mooring solution could prevent interruptions
Two German companies have teamed to develop a new type of mooring system for vessels in exposed locations of the type likely to be used for the new generation of offshore LNG terminals. Working in close collaboration with Hatlapa, the new mooring concept was developed by Marine Service GmbH, a Hamburg-based consultancy that specialises in LNG ships and handling and transport of liquefied gases. The new mooring equipment will be the subject of a series of tests that are due to be conducted with Maritime Research Institute Netherlands (MARIN). 01 Jan 2006 - Port Strategy
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A taste of life Offshore
As a new generation of LNG tankers looms, the terminals for such ships will - in most instances - be located far from conventional, sheltered harbours. David Foxwell investigates. 01 Jan 2006 - Port Strategy
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Safety and quality paramount
Towage companies whose core business is aimed principally at providing ship-handling services are becoming increasingly concerned with the need to comply with recognised international standards for quality and safety. Jack Gaston reports. 01 Jan 2006 - Port Strategy
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Meet the Multi-Tasking Girl Fridays
Among the many issues relating to the maintenance of port facilities is how best to support work requiring the use of floating plant. Jack Gaston reports on the wide choice of maintenance work craft available. 01 Jun 2005 - Port Strategy
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What it takes to do the job
Analysing the main requirements for such a vessel, the following features become obvious. 01 Jun 2005 - Port Strategy
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CREATING A COST-EFFECTIVE WORKHORSE
In many countries, manning requirements for tugs are determined by vessel length; the more compact a vessel, the lower the manning costs, and the more cost-effective they become. 01 Apr 2005 - Port Strategy
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SOPHISTICATED SUPER TUGS SET NEW STANDARDS
More powerful, but compact and highly automated, the humble tug is growing ever more sophisticated, and assuming new roles that can help enhance ports' balance sheets. David Foxwell reports. 01 Apr 2005 - Port Strategy
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FROM RIB TO TUG SOMETHING FOR EVERY OCCASION
Mention of the term workboat conjures up a variety of images and frequently means different things to different people, reports Jack Gaston . 01 Apr 2004 - Port Strategy
