Italien präsentierte sich auf der SMM 2010 im Nationenpavillon B3 auf einer Fläche von 430 m² mit einem Gemeinschaftsstand mit 32 italienischen Schiffsbauern und Werften.
Organisator dieser Gemeinschaftsbeteiligung war das Italienische Institut für Außenhandel, ICE (Istituto nazionale pe[ds_preview]r il Commercio Estero). Dieses wurde 1926 als Fachorgan des damaligen Italienischen Außenhandelsministerium in Rom gegründet und ist eine Regierungsagentur, die mit der Förderung von Handel, Geschäftsmöglichkeiten und industrieller Kooperation zwischen italienischen und ausländischen Unternehmen beauftragt ist.
ASSONAVE ist der italienische Verband der Schiffbauer und Reparaturwerften und vertritt den Großteil der italienischen Schiffbauindustrie, wie Neubau- und Reparaturwerften, Hersteller von Dieselmotoren, Forschungsinstitute im Bereich Schiffbau sowie ca. 100 Zulieferfirmen der Werftindustrie.
Die Bandbreite der Produkte der italienischen Aussteller war breit gefächert und umfasste:
• Belieferung des zivilen und militärischen Schiffbaus
• Planung und Herstellung von nautischen Zubehör
• Bau, Wartung und Überholung von Schiffen, Booten und Freizeitwasserfahrzeugen
• Produktion von elektrischen und hydraulischen Winden
• Entwicklung von IMCOStm – neueste und bedeutendste Schiffskommunikationssysteme
• Einrichtungen für Kabinen, Neuanfertigung für Kreuzfahrtschiffe & Megayachten; Innenausstattung
• Brandschutz- und Brandmeldeanlagen
• Design, Herstellung, Einbau und Wartung von Komponenten der Fluidtechnik
Während der Messelaufzeit genossen die Teilnehmer des Gemeinschaftsstandes regen Zulauf des internationalen Publikums, das großes Interesse an den dargebotenen Produkten zeigte.
Ein kostenloser Ausstellerkatalog ist erhältlich bei a.dehn@ice.it. / industrie.dusseldorf@ice.it, www.italtrade.com
3M
Ein spezieller Bereich auf Schiffen sind Räume mit elektrischen und elektronischen Einrichtungen, wie Kontrollräume, Schaltschrankräume und kleinere Maschinenräume. In diesen Risikobereichen sind Löschanlagen gefragt, die einen entstehenden Brand schnell, aber auch schonend löschen, so dass auch empfindliche Einrichtungen durch Löschmittelrückstände nicht beschädigt werden. Minimax hat mit der Löschanlage MX 1230 Marine eine Lösung entwickelt, die den hohen Ansprüchen an Bord gerecht wird und mit allen wichtigen Marine-Zulassungen versehen ist. Die Löschanlage MX 1230 Marine löscht mit dem anerkannten und bewährten chemischen Novec Feuerlöschmittel 1230 von 3M.
Alfa Laval
PureBallast 2.0 in standard and Ex versions
The unique and chemical-free system for ballast water treatment, has entered its second generation with the unveiling of PureBallast 2.0. The updated system, which boasts a substantial reduction in power consumption among a range of other improvements, will also be available in an Ex version, PureBallast 2.0 EX.
PureBallast has clearly established itself as the commercial leader in ballast water treatment. Over 100 PureBallast systems have been sold since the system was launched in 2006, and today more than 25 PureBallast installations are already operating at sea.
The experience of installing and working with these systems has been a key source of inspiration in developing the new PureBallast 2.0. While the system’s advanced oxidation technology (AOT) is the same as that of its predecessor, PureBallast 2.0 offers additional advantages that will appeal to both ship owners and shipyards. Among them are a major reduction in power consumption and modifications that further simplify PureBallast installation.
Power savings and operating advantages – Most prominent among the improvements in PureBallast 2.0 are those related to its power supply. The new system consumes a full 40% less power than its predecessor, which should come as welcome news for ship owners. Shipyards, on the other hand, will appreciate a higher degree of integration and a simplified electrical system that reduces the number of electrical cabinets.
In terms of operation, PureBallast 2.0 has been designed with a number of important modifications. Flow control is now automatic, individual AOT units can be stopped for maintenance and a pause function lets crews briefly suspend operation (e.g. during heeling). In addition, PureBallast 2.0 features a touchscreen interface with full-colour graphics that connects via Modbus to other onboard automation systems. »With PureBallast 2.0, ship owners and shipyards get a even leaner ballast water treatment system that responds even better to operational demands« says Joakim Thölin.
Explosion-proof PureBallast 2.0 EX – For owners and builders of crude oil tankers, product tankers and chemical tankers, whose volatile cargo creates potentially explosive areas on board, the launch of PureBallast 2.0 has added significance. PureBallast 2.0 EX, a version of PureBallast 2.0 with additional safety modifications, is designed for Zone I, group IIC and temperature class T4. This makes it suitable for installation aboard most vessels that carry ignition-sensitive cargo.
Additional advantages for shipyards – No matter what type of vessels they build, shipyards will find their own advantages in the launch of PureBallast 2.0. Since PureBallast has been selected for and installed aboard more vessels than any other ballast water treatment system, Alfa Laval has spent more time working with shipyards than any other ballast water treatment supplier.
The insights of this cooperation have fed directly into the development of the new PureBallast system, where they can be seen in the reduced power consumption and number of cabinets, as well as in the system’s clear and installation-oriented documentation.
Berg Propulsion
Maritime supply company has secured a significant new reference in Ukraine covering installation of propulsion equipment on board six heavy-duty shallow draft pusher tugboats due delivery to grain trader and ship owner Nibulon. The vessels, to be built at Ukraine’s Wadan Okean Shipyard, will be ice strengthened for operation in harsh conditions to support transhipment operations, principally in the Dnieper River region. They will be used to steer barges by pushing or towing, service barges and other vessels in port, break ice in the winter, and support mooring operations.
The order covers 13 (12 + spare) Berg Azimuth Thrusters (BAT) with control systems, with vessel deliveries scheduled for December 2010 through February 2011. Mustafa Müslüm, General Manager for Berg Propulsion Istanbul, said that the very tough conditions in which the vessels would operate meant that the owner had been meticulous in selecting reliable propulsion equipment.
»Vessels operating under such demanding conditions must be specified with the best quality propulsion equipment. Winning this order provides a further endorsement of the durability and track record of our products, as we approach celebrations marking the centenary of Berg, its craftsmanship and industry understanding.«
FURUNO
During the SMM Furuno launched a new and groundbreaking training concept and simulator solution called NavSkills™.
»This is different from all known provisions of maritime training simulators and solutions today in the maritime industry,« says Mads Friis Sorensen, Branch Manager of Furuno in Copenhagen. »The NavSkills™ training solution is the expressway for ship owners and training centres to be capable of providing DNV SeaSkill™-certified ECDIS and IBS/INS training courses to the navigators. The NavSkills™ solution consists of a full mission training simulator with ECDIS planning stations. To make the training environment more realistic, Furuno uses real equipment in the provided bridge system and at the planning stations. The simulator will be approved by DNV SeaSkill™ as class A or S, depending on the solution selected by the ship owners/training centres.«
»The uniqueness of the NavSkills™ solution lies with the second part of the package, which is a service contract«, Mads Friis Sorensen continues, »The service contract covers the provision of approved training materials, education of the local instructors and the assessment by DNV SeaSkill™ of the training courses to be conducted by the NavSkills™ customers locally – it is a kind of turnkey solution, which enables the ship owners or training centres to provide DNV SeaSkill™-certified training courses from the day one«. Furuno will, as part of the service contract, handle the issuing of certificates to the trainees.« In this manner, the training centre or owner can apply oneself to the effectiveness of training offered, and thereby utilize own resources in an optimal manner – Furuno will be the guarantor for quality«.
The training package includes DNV SeaSkill™-certified ECDIS training in accordance with IMO Model Course 1.27, DNV SeaSkill™-certified IBS/INS Operator training course in compliance with IMO Model Course 1.32, Bridge/Engine Resource Management training and Bridge Team Management training.
»Furuno’s training center in Copenhagen will continue to develop new training courses and maintain the existing training courses to ensure compliance with current and future requirements and needs. New training courses together with revised training materials for existing training courses will be continually provided to the customers during the duration of the service contract and the certification of the courses by DNV SeaSkill™«.
»Since the past 10–15 years INS and ECDIS have been introduced onboard the merchant fleet and today we find INS and ECDIS on all types of vessels. Also, and the equipment have become a part of the daily work for many navigators. During this period the technology and sophistication of INS and ECDIS has developed rapidly and has put a new challenge to the navigators who are used to operate a conventional navigation system and using paper charts. A short familiarization training course provided by the maker might not be enough, unless the navigators are experienced ECDIS and INS operators. Hence, to ensure proper and qualitative training, and thereby contributing to less accidents and casualties, Furuno has taken on the challenge to share our experience and knowledge, both as a manufacturer and a training provider, with the maritime training centres and ship owners enabling them to conduct sufficient training,« Mads Friis Sorensen explained.
International Paint
International Paint has improved and expanded its range of antifouling coatings. The enhanced line up includes higher volume solids products, meaning reduced coats per scheme, lower levels of overspray and reduced VOC emissions. The new range will help ship owners, operators and ship yards meet the challenges of fluctuating fuel costs and increasing environmental pressures by delivering a full range of operational cost, environment and in-service performance benefits.
The range features our highest-performing self polishing copolymer antifouling, Intersmooth®SPC; our economical option Interspeed®; and a blend of both technologies in our new Interswift® products.
Leading the way is our renowned Intersmooth®7460HS SPC and Intersmooth®-7465HS SPC, true, pure hydrolysing self-polishing copolymer antifoulings for deep-sea vessels featuring high volume solids and low VOC’s. Patented copper acrylate technology delivers controlled chemical dissolution of the paint film, which ensures continued smoothing over long drydocking intervals. Predictable polishing enables specifications to be tailored to specific ship types and operational profiles, while thin leached layers allow simple cleaning and recoating at drydockings.
Intersmooth®7460HS SPC and Intersmooth®7465HS SPC provide fouling control for up to 60 months and share in the proven track record of Intersmooth®SPC on over 15,000 vessels worldwide. The alternative Intersmooth®360 SPC and Intersmooth®365 SPC variants are specially designed for coastal vessels.
New Interspeed®6400 and Interspeed®6200 have been developed from proven controlled depletion polymer (CDP) based Interspeed® technology, which has been successfully applied to over 11,000 vessels. These products provide an economical choice for up to 36 months in service.
New Interswift®6800HS, developed from our proven self polishing Interswift® technology, is a high volume solids, low VOC blend of copper acrylate SPC technology and rosin based CDP technology. Providing up to 60 months fouling control in service, performance lies between the high performance SPC antifoulings and the more economical CDP antifoulings.
Also available is Interswift®455FB, a product designed for the unique fouling challenge experienced on flat bottom areas.
Interschalt and Telespazio
Interschalt maritime systems AG and Telespazio (a Finmeccanica/Thales company) during the SMM 2010 announced that they plan to cooperate in satellite communication services for maritime applications and ship-to-shore data exchange.
Customers will benefit significantly from the cooperation between the two companies with extended and improved services. Customers will now be able to obtain integrated hardware, installation and maintenance service, and software application solutions from a single source. Moreover, customers will enjoy a direct link to their vessels thanks to Interschalt’s software solutions.
Lucio Magliozzi, Chief Operating Officer at Telespazio: »Telespazio is strengthening its maritime positioning through this strategic partnership with Interschalt and is now ready to compete on a global stage by providing a complete solution to support its maritime customers’ business applications. Ship owners will benefit from Telespazio’s long-standing presence in the satellite industry and in-depth knowledge of different communication platforms such as VSAT networks and Mobile Satellite Services. Interschalt’s dedicated software and thorough understanding of the maritime environment are therefore the natural complement for Telespazio’s capabilities.«
Robert Gärtner, Chief Executive Officer of Interschalt: »We are excited about our cooperation as we see ship-to-shore communication as the backbone of the Interschalt strategy. Interschalt holds a unique portfolio of products and services in the maritime industry. The different pieces are connected by seamless data exchange. With Interschalt’s contents and market access and Telespazio’s hardware, both companies are ideally positioned to benefit from future growth in shipping demand.«
Knaack & Jahn
Die Firma Knaack & Jahn Schiffbau GmbH mit Sitz in Hamburg operiert seit vielen Jahren im Schiffbau sowohl auf den deutschen Werften als auch im Ausland. Knaack & Jahn Schiffbau GmbH ist aufgrund der langen und vielseitigen Erfahrungen beim Neubau, Umbau und Reparatur ein zuverlässiger, anerkannter Partner der Werften & Reedereien.
Auf der SMM Messe 2010 wurde das von Knaack & Jahn Schiffbau GmbH neu entwickelte »KJ FireOff Low Pressure Water Mist Systems« Programm zum ersten Mal öffentlich vorgestellt. Für »KJ FireOff«-Systeme wurden im Auftrag von Knaack & Jahn Schiffbau GmbH neue, spezielle und einzigartige Düsen entwickelt, welche für den Brandschutz von Unterkünften, öffentlichen Räumen, Maschinenräumen, sowie allen zu schützenden Bereichen auf Yachten, Kreuzfahrtschiffen, Fähren und sonstigen Schiffstypen zum Einsatz kommen.
Die »KJ FireOff« Systeme bieten eine Vielzahl von Vorteilen im maritimen Bereich:
• Geringer Betriebsdruck (16bar) gegenüber den sogenannten Hi-Pressure Water Mist Systemen (140bar)
• Niedrige Strom- und Notstromaggregatleistung (25-60KW)
• Niedriger Wasserverbrauch pro Düse
• Geringeres Gewicht gegenüber einem Hi-Pressure Water Mist System
• Die Verwendung wahlweise von Süß- und Seewasser ist möglich
Mahle
Mahle IF stellte auf zwei Ständen in den Hallen A1 und A3 die Produkte zum Flüssigkeitsmanagement (Wasser, Brennstoffe und Schmierstoffe) aus und ist mit der Resonanz der diesjährigen SMM äußerst zufrieden. An allen vier Messetagen stießen insbesondere die Ballastwasser-Behandlungsanlage (OPS) sowie der Schweröl Automatikfilter (Com Plus) bei vielen bekannten und neuen Kunden auf großes Interesse. Erste Aufträge sowie zahlreiche neue Projekte konnten generiert werden – somit war die SMM 2010 für Mahle IF wieder einmal ein Erfolg.
Northrop Grumman
The new series of shipboard machinery automation solutions, marketed by Northrop Grumman’s Sperry Marine business unit under the VisionMaster label, is being introduced to provide cost-effective scalable solutions for small- to medium-size commercial and naval vessels. The hardware is type approved to meet the requirements of major classification societies for unmanned machinery space operation. Offered in two basic configurations – VisionMaster Alarm Management System (AMS) and VisionMaster Machinery Control System (MCS) – the new Sperry Marine solutions use commercial-off-the-shelf industry-standard components for all key building blocks within the system. This helps to control initial capital costs and also ensures cost-effective through-life support using industry-standard parts, which are readily available through industrial suppliers worldwide.
The Northrop Grumman Sperry Marine systems are based on a dedicated redundant-switched Ethernet local area network for complete field-to-server data links. The Ethernet ring is structured around two servers to provide redundancy in hot back-up configuration for control and monitoring of all subsystems. The systems’ open architecture permits the connection of monitoring stations anywhere in the vessel. The thin-client technology provides for expansion with new fixed and mobile workstations on the network.
Prüftechnik
Following the successful launch of the Wearscanner oil particle distribution counter, Prüftechnik has expanded its scope of features. The system can now be equipped with a switching output for issuing alarms, in addition to the standard network interface for Modbus TCP. Consequently, the Wearscanner can be used in systems without a network infrastructure. Wearscanner monitors particle distribution in lubricating oil. The system detects metal particles in the circulating lubricating oil, records them in real-time and classifies them by size. When the particle count in a particular size class exceeds a defined threshold, the system indicates an alarm via the switching signal. The internal ring buffer can accommodate one year of data when values are stored at two minute intervals. They can be read out at any time for trend analysis or when thresholds are exceeded. If the system is integrated in a data network, it transfers measurement data to the system control via Modbus. When the Wearscanner is used in combination with the Vibroweb XP Online Condition Monitoring System, the data are transferred to the Monitoring Center by e-mail. The particle count is influenced by the oil temperature, flow rate, air and water content and, especially when using optical methods, by darkening. The patented Wearscanner method, based on the eddy current principle, is influenced by these parameters to only a limited degree and therefore ideally suited for this application.
Next generation of FFT data collectors and signal analyzers
Prüftechnik Condition Monitoring presents the next generation of the Vibxpert two-channel FFT data collector and signal analyzer.
The new Vibxpert II features a high degree of ergonomics and speed. A VGA color screen with over 200,000 colors has been employed to create an even clearer graphics-based user interface with excellent user guidance. The ergonomically shaped housing makes the device particularly comfortable to use. As a data collector, Vibxpert II achieves considerably lower measurement times through the use of the latest processor technology and by optimizing internal measurement processes. Numerous evaluation functions and practical measurement templates ease detailed analyses of complex machinery problems and routine measurements on-site. With the large data memory of 2 GB and long-life lithium ion batteries, data collection of up to eight hours can be achieved without interruption.
»The experiences made by our many Vibxpert users are directly reflected by the features of this new product. The result is a new generation of powerful data collectors and analyzers based on sophisticated technology and featuring intuitive operation,« says Managing Director Johann Lösl, Prüftechnik Condition Monitoring GmbH.
Raytheon Anschütz
At the opening day of SMM the German navigation system supplier Raytheon Anschütz has launched its recently announced new Intelligent Bridge System within an official ceremony. The Integrated Navigation System (INS), which was given the name Synapsis Bridge Control, is designed to make navigation more efficient and to simplify operation for users.
According to Raytheon Anschütz, Synapsis Bridge Control was chosen as brand name to symbolize the intelligence of the new navigation system generation with its immediate processing of data, a consistent data presentation to the operator and an intuitive support in decision making. The INS features new wide-screen, task-orientated Multifunctional Workstations. Using standard hardware and software, the workstations allows for full scalability and future expandability. Possible configurations are ranging from a stand-alone ECDIS workplace to a full integrated workstation that provides access to all nautical tasks such as route monitoring, collision avoidance, navigation control, status and data display or alarm monitoring. A central change of display color schemes as well as central dimming can be processed from any workstation within the INS.
The configurations and tasks of the workstations are controlled by a newly developed Bridge Integration Platform. The platform provides common interfaces to further ship systems that enable the integration of additional applications such as automation, DP system or CCTV from various suppliers on the Multifunctional Workstations.
Within the INS, all data is distribution by a new dual Ethernet bus to be stored independently at any workstation. Having all information consistently available throughout the whole navigation network also allows creating new display pages with respect to individual requirements. As an example, in accordance with the idea of e-navigation Raytheon Anschütz presents a new Voyage Efficiency Monitor. The joint display of navigation data with engine automation data and loadmaster computer data is to enhance bridge operations and support the navigator in right decision making, particularly with regard to the rudder steering, which can help to optimize voyage planning and fuel consumption.
To integrate the operator interfaces of the intelligent alert management and the new Consistent Common Reference System (CCRS), Raytheon Anschütz has also enhanced its NautoConning display. Within the INS, the CCRS continuously observes the availability, validity and integrity of all sensor data and calculates a quality indicator for each sensor. The Conning displays the quality indicators and provides a system wide sensor and source selection menu including a choice between manual and automatic sensor selection. Within the automatic sensor selection mode, a set of the best sensor data is compiled automatically and distributed throughout the entire navigation system. Apart from increasing the ship’s safety through intelligent use of on board sensor information, this is expected to reduce work load of officers and pilots on duty.
As an essential part of Synapsis Bridge Control, Raytheon Anschütz has also introduced the new adaptive NautoPilot 5000 with its color TFT and touch screen operation as well as the latest generation of Nautosteer AS steering control system. Based on CAN-bus, NautoSteer AS was developed with regard to fail-to-safe principles. All components are fitted with take-over function and include wire break and steering failure monitoring.
Winner of the »Blue Bollard« for 2010 is Jörg Steinbach
The »Blue Bollard« is a special honorary prize awarded to a person, a company or an organization in the maritime milieu (shipping, fisheries, fish farming) who has made a special effort to promote Norwegian products, technology and companies within his market segment,who has been successful in special path-breaking projects for Norwegian maritime companies within his market segment and who has introduced customers to Norwegian companies and thereby created a lasting cooperation.
The award is handed out every second year in connection with SMM to candidates fulfilling the criteria. Member companies have issued propositions for candidates for evaluation and subsequent appointment by the Market Council in cooperation with NME’s administration.
Jörg Steinbach, the winner of the »Blue Bollard« award for 2010, has been active in his market for nearly 20 years and is today representing several Norwegian companies in his market. During these years, the winner of this year’s »Blue Bollard« has introduced new Norwegian companies and Norwegian technology to his market and has managed to establish long term relations and a leading position for his Norwegian principals in his market, and thereby contributed considerably to the success of his principals. With the support from companies he represented Jörg Steinbach has developed his company from a one man show to a reputable company with a number of highly qualified employees.
