Tag: ship design

NAPA and ClassNK have strengthened their partnership to support the use of 3D models in the ship design approval process. By streamlining data sharing between design and class approval software, this move brings 3D model-based approval one step closer to reality.

Have you ever wondered how difficult it is for a giant ship to maneuver in a busy port? While there are several types of ship motion, there is one specific tool that helps ships move sideways as part of maneuvering. The observative ones may have wondered, what do these propellers near the vessel’s bulbous bow do?

A project is considered a temporary endeavor that is undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result. The temporary nature of projects indicates a definite beginning and end. To that broad definition a correlation with dry-dock can be found since vessel’s dry-dock for special survey and repairs is also within limited time and serves a specific objective which is repeated periodically as per Class registry requirements and shipping industry practices, writes Capt. Yiannis Kapageridis, QA Superintendent, TMS Tankers.

The IMO Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction (SDC) held its 8th session from January 17 to 21, 2022. ABS provides an overview of the more significant issues progressed at this session, highlighting that the Sub-Committee finalized draft mandatory safety regulations for ships carrying more than 12 industrial personnel (IP).

The Society of International Gas Tanker and Terminal Operators (SIGTTO) shared guidance on design considerations for the gangway landing areas on ships and the gangway system for terminals, discussing different gangway types and configurations.

NAPA and CADMATIC are about to launch an intelligent ship design software solution to enhance the design process for shipyards and ship design companies.

Finnish technology group Wärtsilä and classification society RINA have announced a new propulsion arrangement aiming to act as a future-proof alternative to traditional ship design.

A new Japanese organization named 'Planning and Design Center for Greener Ships' aims the commercialization of next-generation greener ships, by developing advanced environmental performance-enhancing technologies in ship design that will respond to tightening of environmental regulations over the long term.

With the IMO 2020 regulations already up and running, as well as the promise of further mandates down the line, are pushing ship designs forward, Wartsila believes.

After obtaining the European Commission's approval, Kongsberg Maritime, with parent company Kongsberg Gruppen has completed the acquisition of Rolls-Royce Commercial Marine (RRCM), on April 1. Officially now part of Kongsberg Maritime, RRCM will operate under the Kongsberg brand and the Kongsberg Maritime legal entity.