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Emergency power system: Will it work in a blackout?

Emergency power system: Will it work in a blackout?

Findings from the Tokyo MoU and IACS indicate that routine testing may not reflect how emergency power systems perform during a real loss of main power. Inadequate testing can leave critical systems unproven and create a false sense of readiness among crew when it...

US shipping firm doubles down on long-term LNG strategy

US shipping firm doubles down on long-term LNG strategy

Hawaii-based shipping firm Matson has identified LNG as the fuel of choice for its long-term fleet strategy, citing the limited availability and higher cost of low- and zero-emission fuels, as well as constraints around bunker infrastructure. Matson currently operates...

DNV: Boiler tube plugging – class requirements

DNV: Boiler tube plugging – class requirements

Boiler tubes play a critical role in both heat transfer and in maintaining the pressure integrity of marine boilers. When leaks occur, careful evaluation is required to prevent secondary damage. This technical news provides guidance on class acceptance criteria,...

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