HANSA 07-2019

Tech-Hub

Tech-Hub HANSA TECH-HUB FOCUS VESTDAVIT New davit system presented Vestdavit from Norway has introduced a new and flexible davit system that is optimized for multi-boat handling duties. According to the developer the 2TDB-7000 davit system will offer single and dual point boat handling capability to ships that need to launch several boats over a short period, even in high seas. The 2TDB-7000 includes a dual winch system with independent, synchronized control, with each winch featuring a con stant tension system for wave compensation and PLC ›downstop‹ to prevent overtravel. Other features that enhance both safety and efficiency include self-levelling capability for boats/hooks in both directions, independent shock absorbers and an integral ›anti two block‹ system to prevent hook blocks from coming into contact with booms. The unit is entirely compatible for use with the Vestdavit MissionEase system but is also suitable for refits where mission bays are not an option, the company stated. The system can also be mounted on open decks that feature an extra foundation frame. NAVTOR Teaming up with Weathernews An e-navigation company from inception, Navtor started life as a challenger to traditional navigation methods. Now their freshly signed collaboration agreement with Weathernews of Japan keeps them on course to redefine navigation, moving beyond charts and chores and into the very heart of vessel operations. Navtor will significantly upgrade its weather information offering within the route plan ning software NavStation, and WNI gets direct access to ENC and passage planning, further improving WNI’s service offering. The combined strength of Navtor and WNI enables the development of a ground-breaking artificial intelligence (AI) routing service. The new duo will apply their combined wealth of operational and weather data as a platform to create a new software application that transforms data into detailed, reliable and optimised decision-making tools with real-time capabilities. This novel combination has the potential to revolutionise route planning, efficiency and safety in the maritime industry, the partners said. Navtor introduced NavStation, the world’s first digital chart table, in 2014. As of spring of 2019, Navtor presents NavStation 5.0, with a new and further refined passage planner, a MARPOL Manager module, and an e-Publication Reader with access to other digital publications. PALFINGER Joint venture with lifeboat manufacturer Neptune Palfinger Marine, headquartered in Salzburg (Austria), and Jiangyin Neptune Marine Appliance, headquartered in Jiangyin (Republic of China), entered into a global sales and service cooperation agreement. One of the main pillars of the agreement is the establishment of a joint venture in China named Palfinger Neptune with registered offices in Shanghai and Jiangyin. Each party will own 50%. Palfinger Neptune will become the exclusive dealer of Neptune and Palfinger lifesaving appliances, spare parts and services in the defined joint venture sales area, including mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Korea and Japan. Palfinger will become the exclusive global dealer of Neptune products and the service partner for Neptune products outside of the joint venture area under the Palfinger brand. 64 HANSA International Maritime Journal 07 | 2019

Tech-Hub INMARSAT Business agreement with Hyundai Inmarsat, a company that is focused on global, mobile satellite communications, has signed a business cooperation agreement that allows Hyundai Global Service (HGS) to offer ship owners and managers a digital total care solution route to maritime digitalisation. HGS was established in 2016 by parent group Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) as a digital transformation solutions provider to optimise ship operation and performance. The agreement paves the way for a cooperation that will include the use of Fleet Xpress Dedicated Bandwidth Services by HGS to support its digital services for shipowners plus recognition of HGS as a Certified Application Partner (CAP) within Inmarsat’s digital ecosystem. HYUNDAI ELECTRIC KR certifies cyber security Korean Register (KR) has granted its first cyber security type approval certificate to Hyundai Electrics for its Hyundai-ISCS (Integrated Smart Communication System), a new smart integrated communication system for next-generation ships which provides comprehensive cyber security protection. The technical functions, security and audit functions are all inspected and assessed for confidentiality, integrity and availability, while the backup and recovery functions are inspected and analyzed for their response strength following a cyber incident, KR informed. KVHI Kongsberg is first IoT partner KVH Industries (KVHI) has announced that Kongsberg is its first major partner for KVH WatchTM IoT Connectivity as a Service. KVH Watch will provide connectivity for Vessel Insight, a new maritime data infrastructure solution from Kongsberg’s Kognifai digital ecosystem. Vessel Insight enables customers to capture and aggregate data from their assets, and securely transfer them to the cloud. Once data is available in the cloud, customers get access to a large range of applications and services that can turn their data into business value and optimize performance at sea. VARD Next order by Coral Expedition Vard, one of the global designers and shipbuilders of specialized vessels, has secured another order from Australia’s Coral Expeditions following of the recently delivered »Coral Adventurer«, built at Vard Vung Tau in Vietnam. Delivered in April, the 93.4 meter ship of Vard’s 6 01 design, has commenced commercial operations in the Asia-Pacific region. Now a second vessel – the »Coral Geographer« – has been ordered. Each vessel is designed for 120 passengers. Alongside the passenger accommodation they offer cabins for up to 42 crew members. The »Coral Geographer« will be delivered in Q4 2020, and is already well advanced in production at Vard Vung Tau. Following market feedback, she will feature an increased proportion of Bridge Deck Balcony suites – up from two to six suites, each featuring a spacious horizon bath. HANSA International Maritime Journal 07 | 2019 65