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The surface of an offshore helideck plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of helicopter operations. It must be constructed from durable, non-slip materials to provide adequate friction, even in wet or oily conditions, which are common in offshore environments. The helideck surface is typically marked with clear visual aids, including a large, contrasting "H" to indicate the landing zone, along with lighting systems for low-visibility conditions. Drainage systems are also essential to prevent water accumulation that could cause skidding or impact helicopter performance during landing. Additionally, the surface must be able to withstand the weight and impact forces of helicopters landing and taking off, adhering to strict aviation and safety standards to support safe offshore transportation.

📣 Franmarine and Shearwater Marine Services Sign Strategic Cooperation Agreement 📣 Shearwater Marine Services, a leading diving and marine engineering company based in the UK with unrivalled underwater engineering experience and Franmarine, Australia's sovereign underwater sustainment provider, have signed a strategic agreement to share underwater engineering and biofouling management expertise and technology, to support the #AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine pathway and trilateral security partnership. Under the Agreement, the firms will work together to standardise underwater sustainment capability in lieu of dry docking to enhance platform readiness, seaworthiness, freedom of navigation and environmental protection. Comments from Franmarine CEO Adam Falconer-West; I credit Shearwater for taking the initiative to fly from Dunoon, Scotland to visit Franmarine to understand the depth and breadth of our expertise and various technologies employed to deliver environmentally responsible hull cleaning and biofouling management services. Our respective strengths are complementary, and Shearwater’s underwater engineering expertise is second to none, particularly as it relates to naval platforms. Together, we look forward to introducing effective biofouling management capability to the UK, enabling the tangible benefits related to this to be realised by both Defence and broader industry. Comments from Shearwater Marine Services Director Tom Brannan; At Shearwater Marine Services, we pride ourselves on our underwater engineering expertise and our ability to innovate in partnership with industry leaders. Joining forces with Franmarine allows us to integrate advanced biofouling management technologies into our operations, enhancing our ability to deliver effective, sustainable solutions to both Defence and broader maritime sector. Accompanying Image: Left to Right: Tom Hazel (Franmarine), Joe Baird (Shearwater Marine Services), Jack Rheade (Shearwater Marine Services) Adam Falconer-West (Franmarine), Roger Dyhrberg (Franmarine) #Franmarine #ShearwaterMarineServices #MarineStream #BiofoulingManagement #UnderwaterEngineering #UnderwaterSustainment #NavalPlatforms #AUKUS

These state-of-the-art vessels demonstrate the latest technology and significantly enhance the overall towage capability and emergency response for the region Sanmar A.S. #Sanmar #shipbuilding #marinevessel #TargeTowingLimited #NorthEastports #Scotland #TargeTowingLimited #RobbanAssafina

In 2020, Base Marine achieved a major milestone by working with DOF to bring the Skandi Hercules into the Port of Ashburton—the first vessel of its class to dock since the port was handed back to the state from Chevron. At 109m long, the Skandi Hercules showcased the unique capabilities of the Port of Ashburton, offering a game-changing solution for the offshore industry between Geraldton and Dampier. While others struggled with dredging attempts, Base Marine provided a proven, reliable solution that’s now recognised as the premier port for major offshore projects in the region. The success of this first port call was part of the Enfield decommissioning project, reinforcing Base’s expertise in delivering seamless offshore logistics and supply chain services. As our footprint continues to grow, so does our commitment to providing strategic, end-to-end solutions for clients across the industry. Check out the video to see just how much space we have at our base! 🎥 #BaseMarine #PortOfAshburton #DOFSubsea #MarineLogistics #OffshoreDecommissioning #EnfieldProject #OffshoreIndustry #SupplyChainSolutions #MarineOperations #WAResources #StrategicGrowth #OffshoreSupport #DecommissioningExperts #WesternAustralia #ProjectManagement #SkandiHercules

My question is, are traditional AtoN still as important now as they were fifteen or twenty years ago? According to the International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) defines a Marine Aids to Navigation (AtoN) as, “means a device, system, or service, external to a vessel, designed and operated to enhance safe and efficient navigation of all vessels and/or vessel traffic” The IMO also makes clear reference to the importance of AtoN and to the best of my knowledge that still includes traditional AtoN such as Lighthouses, Beacons, Buoys and RACON. So why are some of these traditional AtoN not being maintained as well as they should be?  I say that because throughout my career, I have done dozens of AtoN surveys and I have seen a lot of excellent maintained AtoN but over the past fifteen years or so I have also witnessed an increase in poor installation, poor maintenance practices and an increase in poor quality AtoN products. I have worked with several clients from both government organisations and port contractors all of whom are always keen to maintain their AtoN to a high standard. However, a few of them have struggled to meet their goals, sometimes due to the lack of sufficient funding, but more often than not, funds are held back due to the lack urgency and understanding from their clients or senior managers further up the chain of command. I have attached a document with some of my own experiences, discussions with various people in the maritime community and what I think may be part of the problem. #IALA #IALAdiscussiongroup #AtoNmaintenance #maritimesafety  

Did you know Experimental subs shouldn't be operated in deep sea? The inquiry into the Titan submersible disaster, in which five people died last June, continued on Friday with testimony from industry experts and former OceanGate contractors. Patrick Lahey, CEO of Triton Submersibles, emphasized that experimental vehicles shouldn't operate in deep-sea environments, highlighting the submersible industry's otherwise perfect safety record. Antonella Wilby, a former OceanGate contractor, recounted safety issues, including an alarming unexplained noise, leading her to leave the mission early. Fred Hagen, a former passenger, acknowledged the inherent risks but emphasized the thrill of the experience. Further testimony is expected Monday from OceanGate co-founder Guillermo Sohnlein. #vehiclegram #instasea #deepsea #perfectsafety #inherentrisk #titan #dielast #industryexperts #industryexpert #safetyrecord #safetyissues #safetyissue #subs #sub #seafarer #inquiry #disaster #industries #industry #experts #expert #contractors #contractor #ceo #vehicledesign #environments #environment #industrial #safety #record

🚁Helicopter Rescue of 135 Crew Members from Stranded Barge TOG MOR in Mexico On September 8, 2024, a dramatic helicopter rescue took place in Coatzacoalcos, Mexico, as 135 crew members were airlifted to safety from the barge Tog Mor. The vessel had run aground near Villa Allende due to intense winds and high waves caused by the interaction of a cold front and tropical storm in the southern Veracruz region. The Tog Mor, a flat-bottomed barge, was in the process of laying pipeline for the Puerta al Sureste gas pipeline, which will transport gas from Texas, USA, through Veracruz to Tabasco, Mexico. As the storm intensified, the vessel became stranded just 1,200 meters from shore while attempting to reach the Coatzacoalcos port for safety. Despite attempts to tow the barge with tugboats, the harsh conditions prevented success. Finally, helicopters from Transportes Aéreos Pegaso, hired by TC Energy, successfully evacuated the crew. Seven workers remained on board to ensure the vessel’s security and oversee future operations to refloat it #MaritimeIndustry #Shipping #MarineTechnology #MaritimeInnovation #OceanTransportation #PortsAndTerminals #MarineEngineering #MaritimeLogistics #MaritimeTrade #NavalArchitecture #Seafarers #MaritimeSafety #Oceanography #MaritimeLaw #MarineEnvironment #MaritimeEducation #MaritimeHistory #Shipbuilding #MaritimeEconomics #MaritimeSecurity #CruiseShipDepartures #ThrusterControl #MaritimeMastery #JourneyOfDiscovery #PassionForTheSea

🚁Helicopter Rescue of 135 Crew Members from Stranded Barge TOG MOR in Mexico On September 8, 2024, a dramatic helicopter rescue took place in Coatzacoalcos, Mexico, as 135 crew members were airlifted to safety from the barge Tog Mor. The vessel had run aground near Villa Allende due to intense winds and high waves caused by the interaction of a cold front and tropical storm in the southern Veracruz region. The Tog Mor, a flat-bottomed barge, was in the process of laying pipeline for the Puerta al Sureste gas pipeline, which will transport gas from Texas, USA, through Veracruz to Tabasco, Mexico. As the storm intensified, the vessel became stranded just 1,200 meters from shore while attempting to reach the Coatzacoalcos port for safety. Despite attempts to tow the barge with tugboats, the harsh conditions prevented success. Finally, helicopters from Transportes Aéreos Pegaso, hired by TC Energy, successfully evacuated the crew. Seven workers remained on board to ensure the vessel’s security and oversee future operations to refloat it #MaritimeIndustry #Shipping #MarineTechnology #MaritimeInnovation #OceanTransportation #PortsAndTerminals #MarineEngineering #MaritimeLogistics #MaritimeTrade #NavalArchitecture #Seafarers #MaritimeSafety #Oceanography #MaritimeLaw #MarineEnvironment #MaritimeEducation #MaritimeHistory #Shipbuilding #MaritimeEconomics #MaritimeSecurity #CruiseShipDepartures #ThrusterControl #MaritimeMastery #JourneyOfDiscovery #PassionForTheSea

Did you know Experimental subs shouldn't be operated in deep sea? The inquiry into the Titan submersible disaster, in which five people died last June, continued on Friday with testimony from industry experts and former OceanGate contractors. Patrick Lahey, CEO of Triton Submersibles, emphasized that experimental vehicles shouldn't operate in deep-sea environments, highlighting the submersible industry's otherwise perfect safety record. Antonella Wilby, a former OceanGate contractor, recounted safety issues, including an alarming unexplained noise, leading her to leave the mission early. Fred Hagen, a former passenger, acknowledged the inherent risks but emphasized the thrill of the experience. Further testimony is expected Monday from OceanGate co-founder Guillermo Sohnlein. #vehiclegram #instasea #deepsea #perfectsafety #inherentrisk #titan #dielast #industryexperts #industryexpert #safetyrecord #safetyissues #safetyissue #subs #sub #seafarer #inquiry #disaster #industries #industry #experts #expert #contractors #contractor #ceo #vehicledesign #environments #environment #industrial #safety #record

Hanwha Systems and Hanwha Ocean announced the acquisition of Philly Shipyard, Inc., a leading U.S. shipbuilder that has delivered approximately half of the large U.S. Jones Act commercial ships in the United States since 2000. Hanwha Systems and Hanwha Ocean will together invest $100 million to acquire Philly Shipyard to further their strategies to expand their global defense and shipbuilding activities. Philly Shipyard is a public company controlled by Aker ASA, a Norwegian industrial investment company with ownership interests in energy, green technologies, and marine biotechnology. Philly Shipyard produces vessels that are compliant with the Jones Act, a federal law that requires vessels used in domestic trade to be built in U.S. shipyards. Established in 1997, Philly Shipyard supplies around 50% of the largest U.S. commercial vessels, including tankers and container ships. In addition, Philly Shipyard constructs training vessels for the U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD). #bunkering #bunkermarket #energy #shipping #maritime #shipowners #decarbonization #energytransition #oilandgas #ports #marinefuels #shipyard #hanwha #southkorea #usa #america #phillyshipyard #jonesact #shipbuilding https://lnkd.in/dY8k7chb