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Two Finnish companies that are leaders in their respective spheres, Rauma-based marine propulsion specialist Steerprop and Turku-based maritime training center Aboa Mare, have reached an agreement covering simulator-based training services for vessels
Roland Schwandt took over as CEO of Spay, Germany-based propulsion specialist Schottel GmbH on Jan. 1, succeeding Stefan Kaul as part of an orderly succession plan. Christian Bock succeeds Schwandt as deputy
The July issue of Marine Log highlights AI’s role in maritime sustainability, the challenges of new propulsion technologies, and how policy and innovation are shaping green shipping.
Kenner, La.-based Karl Senner LLC has reached an agreement with Rauma, Finland-headquartered propulsion specialist Steerprop that appoints Karl Senner LLC as the Steerprop reseller throughout the U.S. for the inland waterways, and
Marine engine, generator, and propulsion systems distributor Laborde Products has appointed Michael Murzi as its new marine sales manager. Murzi brings with him over 10 years of experience in the marine industry
Finnish propulsion solution specialist Steerprop has made two key appointments at its newly established Houston-based subsidiary Steerprop, Inc. As we reported previously, Steerprop has set up the new subsidiary to meet its
The next generation cable layer recently ordered by Van Oord will have a complete propulsion and maneuvering system supplied by Molde, Norway, based Brunvoll AS. As we reported earlier, (see story) the
Propulsion specialist Schottel GmbH has invested EUR 500,000 (about $612,000) in a new crane system that’s now in operation at its Wismar, Germany, subsidiary. The new system ensures a faster and more
The November issue of Marine Log magazine gives readers an update on shipbuilding during the pandemic, patrol boats, workboats, propulsion technology, and more.
Marine Log’s FERRIES 2020 event will be held virtually this year on November 9-10 from 1 to 4 p.m. EST. Speakers will include Drew Orvieto, who is the Engineering Manager and head
