Shipdock Amsterdam and Shipdock Harlingen have changed names to Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam (DSA) and Damen Shiprepair Harlingen (DSH) respectively. During the last two years, both yards have successfully integrated into Damen Shiprepair & Conversion (DSC), itself part of the Damen Shipyards Group. For example, the close collaboration between DSH and Damen Shipyards Den Helder (DSDH) […]
Classification society ClasNK has announced the release of amendments made to its Rules and Guidance for the Survey and Construction of Steel Ships. ClassNK regularly revises and amends its Rules and Guidance as part of its ongoing efforts to improve the safety of life and property at sea. Amendments to Rules and Guidance reflect the […]
An important initiative by Wärtsilä to support and stimulate the maritime economy in South Africa has come to fruition with the delivery of a state-of-the-art Wärtsilä 20 engine. The engine has been donated by Wärtsilä to the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU), and will be used to facilitate teaching within the University’s School of Engineering. […]
