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A world leading maritime nation / Maritim21 - joining forces / The Working Group 5 - Sustainable winners

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Joining forces, championing innovation . . . . . . . . . 4

WG5 - Sustainable winners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Viking Lady shows the way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Heading towards environmentally sustainable shipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

The maritime sector - a key industry . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Møre - Norway’s Centre of Maritime Expertise . . 16

Groundbreaking research in ship energy efficiency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Gas-fuelled roro vessels for Nor Lines fleet renewal programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

New Radar Sensor Technology for Enhanced Surface Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Record high turnover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

A world leader in design and production of winches to anchor handling vessels . . . . . . . . . 22

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NORWEGIAN SHIPPING MAGAZINE 05/2011

A world leading maritime nationKnowledge and technology is the key to growth, handling climate issues, competing on a global arena, a strong economy and full employment. Knowledge enables us to use our resources in the best and most sustainable way, to !nd new markets and to innovate in existing ones. Our businesses shall be more e"ective, more innovative and more knowledge intensive. #is also applies to the maritime sector.

Norwegian maritime companies compete on a high level of knowledge and competence. Norway is a high cost-country with high standard of living, high wages and a high productivity. We don’t want to compete on low wages. We will compete on the basis of knowledge, productivity and outstanding quality.

As the minister of maritime a"airs, an impor-tant task is to facilitate maritime research and innovation. #is enables Norway to maintain and strengthen its position as a world leading maritime nation. #e Maritime 21-proposal contributes to how the maritime sector can create value and be pro!table in the future. In this sense, it corresponds to the Norwegian

government’s maritime strategy as it focuses on prioritised areas such as maritime education and research, strengthening international competi-tiveness and developing environmentally-friendly technologies. An example is the development of liquid natural gas as maritime fuel; a green alternative to traditional fuels, that can support sustainable growth within the shipping industry.

#e proposal is a result of the cooperation between companies and organisations in the Norwegian maritime sector. My impression is that our companies cooperate where they can, while competing !ercely in the market. #is also illustrates that the close cooperation between the industry and the authorities on how Norway can be an attractive location for a global, knowledge-based and environmentally friendly maritime industry.

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The Bergen Region is a leading Maritime Centre comprising world class shipping companies, suppliers and other maritime services providers such as insurance and finance.

Established links to the huge energy sector and to national research institutions have further strengthened The Bergen Region, as one of the most important Maritime Clusters in Europe.

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Joining forces, championing innovationThe Norwegian maritime industry cultivates quality shipping and takes a leading role in producing solutions for a sustainable maritime future. The Maritim21 initiative aims to consolidate positions in which Norway is already at the forefront, by joining forces across the industry through a dynamic cooperation on research and innovation. The first out of seven selected strategic areas for implementation of this setup is the long existent Norwegian specialty of maritime LNG solutions. New forms of cooperation are already proving fruitful.

MARITIM 21A NORWEGIAN MARITIME RESEARCH AND INNOVATION STRATEGY

FOR THE 21ST CENTURY


Joining forces, championing innovation

Norway$is ranked as the world’s !%h largest shipping nation, a leader in maritime operations for the petroleum industry, and has$a maritime cluster which covers all commercial and techno-logical aspects of the industry. #is generates great potential$for innovation.

To maintain and strengthen Norway’s position as a leading maritime nation in the next century, we must continue to develop e"ective, innovative and knowledge-intensive solutions. Maritm21 highlights some long terms challenges facing the industry and plots the course towards this goal.

Building on strengthsIn 2009 the Norwegian Ministry of Industry and Trade initiated Maritim21 following advice from the Government’s Maritime Advisory Board (MARUT) comprising key industry representa-tives. #e joint strategy which was presented to the Ministry in June 2010 is based on input from more than 100 maritime companies in Norway.

#e strategy concentrates on further strengthe-ning our position where we are already strong; high competence, smart solutions, and com-petitive regulatory conditions. Seven priority areas were selected in the strategy process, divi-ded into fundamental areas and application areas (see illustration). Two of these areas have special$priority$in 2011: distribution$and$use$of lique!ed$natural gas$(LNG), and energy e&ciency.

Paving the way for LNGAs international shipping is facing stricter emis-sion requirements, LNG$will soon become$a key$marine$fuel, due to its environmental and economic advantages.$Norwegian ship owners, producers of maritime equipment, MARINTEK, DNV, as well as maritime authorities have long been exploring the opportunities of LNG.

Now we are aiming to increase the use$of LNG both nationally$and$internationally.$#e main focus$will be on encouraging more countries to facilitate the use of LNG fuel: reducing technological and logistical barriers, as well as$ optimizing$and further$developing$the techno-logical edge$we have$in$this !eld.

A broad and closely knit cooperation between all companies involved is the key to achieving Maritm21’s strategic goals. On January 11th as many as 85 participants from the industry gat-hered in Oslo to discuss collaboration$opportuni-ties$within the$strategic$areas of$LNG$and$energy e&ciency in$Maritim21. #e goal of the workshop was to coordinate applications$to the$Research Council of Norway and$ Innovation Norway, which will be important funding partners in the process. #e companies involved will cooperate on coordinated e"orts where they can, whilst still competing !ercely when they have to. #e immediate outcome of the workshop was four dra%s for$concrete$joint project proposals.

Model cooperation#e Maritim21 initiative has received a very posi-tive response, both regarding its strategic direc-tion and its model of cooperation. #e strategy also calls for a considerable increase in !nancial input for maritime research and innovation pro-jects, both from the government and from the industry itself. #e industry is now clustering around the strategic priority areas to meet the challenges and develop solutions jointly. Similar workshops with di"erent subjects based on the seven priority areas$will be conducted with par-ticipants from the whole country, with MARIN-TEK in a facilitating role.

#rough such targeted cooperations, we aim to create unique arenas for innovation and surely contribute to reach the Maritim21 vision: Norway – the most attractive location for global, knowledge based, environmentally robust maritime business.

MARITIM21 ‒ THE SEVEN PRIORITY AREAS FUNDAMENTAL AREAS These areas are prerequisites for succeeding in the four application areas.1 Knowledge Hub and infrastructure Norway as a global maritime knowledge hub for the international maritime industry2 Maritime politics and regulations Knowledge is required to develop the most efficient and beneficial regulations3 Innovation and maritime business development Capture and develop the best ideas and bring them rapidly into the global markets

APPLICATION AREAS4 Efficient Energy Ensure that the Norwegian controlled fleet is the most environmentally friendly and cost efficient in the world5 LNG ‒ fuel Norway as a leading exporter of LNG technology and knowledge6 Demanding maritime operations Ensure Norway’s position as prime operator of demanding maritime operations, both for design, equipment, ship/vessel, and operations7 Arctic transport and operations Create values of arctic areas while ensuring safety of personnel and being considerate towards the environment

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FACTSMaritim21Maritim21 is a comprehensive maritime research and innovation strategy developed by the industry on behalf of the Ministry of Trade and Industry.The mandate is to compile a holistic maritime research and innovation strategy for the 21st century, develop new and more efficient forms of collaboration within the industry and between industry and politics, and to accele-rate industry innovation with emphasis on new business models. Maritim21 is organized as an integrated part of MARUT, and is a result of over 5 000 hours of volunteer efforts by over 100 maritime businesses.Contact:Erik Dyrkoren, secretary general: [email protected]

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Shipping companies in Norway come together in a unique collaboration to explore eco-friendly solutions for the industry ‒ The WG5 initiative


The Working Group 5Although international shipping is by far the most energy e&cient transport mode in terms of greenhouse gas emission, the industry is com-mitted to reducing emission further. In Norway, the Norwegian Shipowners Association (NSA) has an ambitious vision of zero harmful emission to air and sea from ships.

In response, !ve reputable shipping companies with major presence in Norway joined forces as a working group in 2009 a%er an initiative taken by Tom Erik Klaveness to meet environmental challenges within the industry. #e Working Group 5 (WG5) consists of BW Gas AS, Grieg Shipping Group AS, Höegh Autoliners AS, Klaveness Maritime Logistics AS and Wilh. Wilhelmsen ASA.

Firm foundationEach company in the WG5 group brings exten-sive experience to the table. Over the years a slew of measures and programs have been introduced internally in each company to minimize carbon footprint and reduce costs. WG5 is an oppor-tunity to unify earlier individual e"orts and capture synergies.

WG5 also provides the companies with a forum to exchange views, learn from each other’s experience and cooperate on projects that support NSA’s environmental vision. #e leadership in all !ve companies is committed to sustainable shipping and recognizes that cooperation in the maritime cluster is a necessity.

Practical purposeIn March 2010, WG5 embarked on a mission to build a common platform for systematic coopera-tion within the !eld of energy e&ciency on ships through initiation of the Energy Management In Practice (EMIP) project. #e project will deli-ver a coordinated plan for the introduction and veri!cation of practical measures to improve fuel e&ciency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

#e project, sponsored by the Norwegian Rese-arch Council, aligns to the Maritime 21 strategy which identi!es the need for further R&D to boost the ability to verify the e"ect of environ-ment measures in practical implementations. Maritime 21 is an initiative with support from the top political and governmental forces in Norway.

Close cooperation#e unique collaboration amongst these !ve companies involves open sharing of experiences and frank discussions on technical challenges. A deeper collective understanding of problems provides the ideal platform for generating prac-tical and relevant solutions.

Aage Oscar Langeland, project manager of EMIP, says: “While there is always ongoing dialogue amongst shipping companies about environmental sustainability, WG5 and EMIP provide a more formalised structure for wor-king collectively. Each member recognises the fact that one has to have a holistic approach to the various environmental challenges at hand. #is means acknowledging dependencies and

relationships between technology, procedures, training, !nance and the markets at large”.

“We aim to deliver solutions which, beyond impacting on energy e&ciency positively in each company, can be enhanced through intelligent cooperation within the maritime clus-ter and under the umbrella of Maritime 21.”, Mr. Langeland continues.

EMIP, which has a budget of 7,425 million NOK, is a User-controlled Innovation Project or UIP, which means member companies are solely responsible for and have full control over the process and outcome. Other industry heavy-weights like the Norwegian Marine Techno-logy Research Institute (MARINTEK) are also involved in the project, supplementing with their expertise. Another example of the broad sup-port for EMIP is an Icelandic clean tech company which has chipped in to provide advanced perfor-mance monitoring and decision support systems for installation on three of the nominated test ships in the project.

The Working Group 5 (WG5)For more information on WG5 and EMIP, see: www.rederi.no/default.asp?V_ITEM_ID=7074

WG5 members:

Wilh. Wilhelmsen ASPhone: (+47) 67 58 40 00www.wilhelmsen.comKlaveness Maritime Logistics ASPhone: (+47) 22 52 60 00www.klaveness.comHöegh Autoliners ASPhone: (+47) 21 03 90 00www.hoeghautoliners.comBW Gas ASPhone: (+47) 22 12 05 05www.bwgas.comGrieg Shipping ASPhone: (+47) 55 57 66 00www.grieg.com

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To ensure efficiency and effectiveness, each WG5 company has its areas of focus:

Emission reduction technologies led by Klaveness Maritime Logistics ASAlternative fuels led by BW Gas ASEnergy efficiency & discharge to sea led by Grieg Shipping ASWaste generation & handling led by Wilh. Wilhelmsen ASEnvironmental training, monitoring & accounting led by Höegh Autoliners AS


VIEWS FROM THE TOP!e WG 5 group is supported by each company’s leadership.

Tom Erik Klaveness, Torvald Klaveness Group Chairman

“#e emerging environmental challenges will eventually call for radical new solutions. Few single resources will be able to make a di"erence in this process. But by joining forces through existing and new constellations we believe we will not only !nd sustainable solutions but also develop new business”.

Thomas Wilhelmsen, Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding Group CEO

“We invest in green solutions because this is good for our business and the environment in the short and long term. We want to be an environmental frontrunner”.

Carl Johan Hagman, CEO of Höegh Autoliners

“We must mobilize now as an industry and make every e"ort to reduce our environmental footprint. #is can best be achieved through intelligent cooperation and knowledge sharing within the shipping industry”.

Elisabeth Grieg, Grieg Shipping Group Chair

“#e formation of this group is bene!cial to every participant and to green e"orts. #is is network building at its best and we strongly believe that endured systematic work will produce results”.

Andreas Sohmen-Pao, BW Group CEO

“Collective e"orts that bene!t both the industry and the environment are likely to be the most sustainable. We have a common responsibility to act for the future, and pooling our experience, e"ort and resources makes business sense”.

Moving forwardIntensive maritime research and trials are on-going but EMIP is expected to be !nalised by May 2011 with the following deliverables and results:

• Selection, procurement, installation and testing of instruments for measuring, in real time, consumption and performance on board test ships.

• Selection, procurement, installation and testing of systems for data collection, trend analysis and support for decision making related to evaluating, implementing and verifying measurements.

• Establishment and implementation of procedures to enable a systematic approach to di!erent energy saving measures.

• Establishment of programs for training personnel in the use of instruments, computer support tools and procedures as described above.

• Establishment of energy and emission pro$les for each of the test ships which will form the base for measuring improvement. Improvement expectations as a function of implementation of the measures will be quanti$ed using scienti$c analysis.

• #e project will result in a coordinated plan with measures showing how the shipping companies will continue their cooperation to test energy saving measures.

WG5 is determined to execute the project in an agile manner demonstrating results for the bene!t of the shipping community. In addition, WG5 will interface with institutions to share their !ndings and conclusions and to develop green shipping. #e stage will then be set for contri-buting to the NSA and Maritime 21 vision sta-ting: “Norway – the most attractive location for global, knowledge-based and environmental robust maritime business.”


Viking Lady shows the way

TEXT: ALEXANDER WARDWELL

By some estimates, eighty-!ve per cent of global trade is currently shipped by sea. And while ship-ping remains the most environmentally safe way to transport goods over long distances, the indus-try produces about 1000 million tonnes of CO2 per year, representing about 3.5 percent of global greenhouse gasses. In addition, the heavy fuels used to power diesel electric engines produce a broad range of harmful substances, including nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulphur oxides (SOx) and toxic particles.

Launched in 2003, FellowSHIP is a Joint Indus-try Project (JIP) supported by the Research Council of Norway, Innovation Norway, and the Eureka Network, including the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology. Partners include DNV, the engine manufactu-rer Wärtsilä, the Norwegian shipowner Eides-vik O"shore, and the German-based MTU Onsite Energy, a leading developer of fuel cell technology. #e environmental group, #e Bellona Foundation, participated actively in the conception and development of the project.

Bellona continues to have a close cooperation with Eidesvik on future projects to further reduce emissions from the maritime industry. #e pur-pose of the JIP was to develop the industry’s !rst commercially viable fuel cell power pack capable of reducing CO2 emissions by up to 50 per cent and improve energy e&ciency up to 30 per cent, compared to existing conventional power gene-rators. If successful, the vessel would represent an industry !rst.

Fuel cell technology is not new, but until recently, it had never been successfully applied to com-mercial shipping. Fuel cells convert fuels more e&ciently than traditional combustion engines and therefore signi!cantly reduce energy loss, harmful greenhouse gas emissions and local pollution.

A fuel cell converts the fuel’s chemically stored energy directly to electricity through a reaction with oxygen in the air. #e process is similar to that of an ordinary battery – except that a fuel cell does not need to be recharged; it operates as long as it is supplied with a suitable fuel, such as hydrogen, LNG, methanol or biogas. Fuel cell technology also eliminates emissions of harm-ful substances, such as nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulphur oxides (SOx) and particles.

To succeed, FellowSHIP had to manage a number of technical challenges. First, because fuel cell technologies can be somewhat sensitive, the team had to develop a robust, reliable system capable of operating safely in a crowded machinery room while at sea, and in varying sea conditions. Second, the vessel would require class approval

Rising concerns over shipping’s role in climate change has put pressure on the industry to develop alternative power and fuel sources to reduce the environmental impact of the world fleet. As the first LNG-powered commercial ship equipped with a fuel cell adapted for marine use, the Viking Lady may be part of the solution.

Tor E. Svensen, DNV President

The FellowSHIP project has demonstrated that LNG-powered

fuel cell technology can be successfully applied to the marine environment and that these technologies are fully

compatible with the normal commercial operation of the vessel

PSV Viking Lady, the first CNG powered commercial vessel equipped with a fuel cell adapted for marine use.PSV Viking Lady, the first CNG powered commercial vessel equipped with a fuel cell adapted for marine use.


of the complete fuel cell system in order to operate safely at sea – an industry !rst.

Since a gas-electric propulsion system provides a perfect test-bed for the fuel cell, the project team decided on Lique!ed Natural Gas (LNG) as its primary fuel source. By using LNG instead of heavy fuels, shipowners can eliminate the emission of SOx and particles and reduce the emissions of NOx by almost 90 per cent and CO2 by some 20 per cent. At present, LNG is not an appropriate source of fuel for deep sea transportation, but for short sea shipping, or trades within a !xed geographical area, LNG represents a promising alternative to heavy fuels.

A%er years of development, the project team produced a 320kW LNG fuel power plant, and in 2009, the new system was tested and veri!ed on shore. Later that year, the power plant was installed aboard the PSV Viking Lady. Testing followed to ensure the vessel was in compliance with the stringent requirements for marine power and sea-trails were a success.

Today, the Viking Lady is on charter to the French energy giant Total, operating in the rough sea con-ditions of the North Sea. Preliminary testing has shown that compared to a similar vessel powered by a conventional power plant, the Viking Lady has reduced harmful NOx emissions by 180 ton-nes — an amount equal to annual emissions from 22,000 automobiles. In addition, CO2 emissions have been reduced by 20 percent. Additional tes-ting will continue until the spring this year, but already, the project has exceeded expectations.

Tor E. Svensen, DNV President, comments that while the technical achievements of the pro-ject are notable, the Viking Lady should not be dismissed as an academic exercise in fuel cell technology. “What is important here is that the Viking Lady is meeting the commercial expec-tations of the owner and ful!lling terms of its charter – all while signi!cantly reducing harmful emissions,” he says. “#e FellowSHIP project has demonstrated that LNG-powered fuel cell technology can be successfully applied to the marine environment and that these technologies are fully compatible with the normal commercial operation of the vessel.”

Viking LadyThe Viking Lady was designed and built on the west coast of Norway by Vik Sandvik (now Wärtsilä Ship Design) and West Contractors. The Norwegian shipowner Eidesvik Offshore took delivery of the Viking Lady on April 29th 2009. The ship is classed by DNV and is currently on charter operating in the North Sea.Specifications:Length: 92.2mWidth: 21mDepth: 7.6mGross tonnage: 6,100tDead weight: 5,900tBerths: 25 personsIMO no.: 9409675www.vikinglady.no

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With Viking Lady, Eidesvik and the other FellowSHIP partners have positioned themselves in the forefront of maritime technology,

taking an important step towards zero-emissions maritime operations. Bellona has longstanding cooperation with Eidesvik and we were proud

to present Viking Lady as one of our 101 Solutions to solve climate change in Copenhagen during COP15. It is now up to governments

to ensure that Viking Lady and its emission reductions does not become a one-hit wonder, but the minimum standard demanded for newbuilds.

Frederic Hauge, Leader of the Bellona Foundation

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REDUCE EMISSIONS

EXPAND POTENTIAL

It is only a question of time before LNG will replace oil as the main maritime fuel. LNG’s environmental benefits are just too significant to be ignored: 30% less CO2, 80% less NOX and complete elimination of SO2 and soot. Equally attractive are the economic bene fits: competitive fuel costs, more efficient com bust ion and reduced maintenance needs. Increased safety is an additional benefit.

Gasnor is the leading Scandinavian LNG company.Based on expertise developed through more than 20 years as a natural gas pioneer, the company has developed a small scale LNG concept which has aroused international interest and acknowledgement. We supply industry and a growing fleet of LNG-powered ships in Norway. Backed by our owners Statoil, BKK, E.on, Haugaland Kraft, Total and Shell, our ambition is to be-come a key supplier of LNG to ships in Northern Europe.

Sail into a cleaner and more profitable future with LNG


Heading towards environmentally sustainable shippingWRITTEN BY ALF KÅRE ÅDNANES,TECHNOLOGY MANAGER, ABB MARINE

#e North Sea and the Arctic Ocean are among the most demanding areas for shipping. #e harsh weather conditions and vast distance to ports have for a long time both forced and inspired the shipping industry to develop designs, equipment and skills to operate safely and e&ci-ently in this challenging environment.

In recent years, the focus on environmental emis-sions has become the new driver for innovation.

It is a common mistake to think that environ-mental requirements are contradictory to safety and cost e&ciency. Investing in reducing the environmental footprint of a ship can well be pro!table. Emerging technologies that may overcome the environmental challenge are use of LNG as fuel, supplementary energy storage technology and new energy sources such as fuel cells. Most of what we can see of technologies that supplement or are alternatives to the combus-tion engine is made possible by production and distribution of electrical power from the energy sources to the propulsors.

Electric propulsion has emerged during the last twenty years as the industrial standard for several ship types, and is now expanding to new applications. Electric propulsion allows one to optimize the operations of the vessel itself and its installation, and to design ships with better energy utilization and hydrodynamic e&ciency. In o"shore support vessels, fuel consumption is shown to be reduced by 15 to 25% and more, which is a signi!cant cost saving.

As a supplier of electric propulsion and its control systems, our overriding target is to make energy production, distribution and consumption as e&cient and reliable as possible. #is includes all aspects from the hull design and product design to the operating conditions of the vessel and its installations. #e electric infrastructure is also the basis for using new energy sources and storage devices. A challenge for reaching the optimal solution is to design a system where each energy source can be controlled for its highest possible e&ciency, and the total plant can use the most e&cient energy source at any time. A system that allows each prime mover, energy source or storage device to operate totally independently should be the target for future solutions.

FACTSABBABB pioneered and is today the world’s largest manufacturer of electric propulsion systems. Low fuel consumption, low emissions and the opportunity to use almost any current and future energy source has made electric pro-pulsion the technology of choice for a steadily increasing number of vessel types.www.abb.com

The focus on environmental emissions has become the new driver for innovation.


The maritime sector - a key industryA considerable number of LO’s members work in the Norwegian maritime sector, an industry that is vital to local communities and to attracting people to the districts. It is also an important source of import revenues.

#e maritime industry is one of constant change. #e coast is sprinkled with maritime companies that tend to be the cornerstone of their local business communities. Without them, Norway would be a more centralised and thus also a poorer Norway.

#is is an industry whose salient feature is their formidable ability to innovate and to readjust. #e competitive advantage of these companies in the global market lies in their creativity and high professional competence. Competence at all levels is a prerequisite for the continued strength of the maritime sector.

In LO’s view, this strength is boosted by what is o%en referred to as the maritime cluster. In many ways, companies have inspired each other to excel. We are a small nation that is big in shipping. Careers that start at sea o%en develop further in onshore operations. Close cooperation be-tween shipping companies, engineers, designers,

suppliers and shipyards generate new solutions, especially in enterprises serving the oil industry. Our long coastline, long shipping and !shing traditions and the high level of activity on the NCS provide a solid basis for this development.

LO serves on the Strategic Council for the Mari-time Industry of Minister of Trade and Industry Trond Giske. In line with our very best traditions, this is a forum for tripartite cooperation in which employers, workers and the government jointly look for solutions that will strengthen Norwegian jobs. #e package of support measures for the shipbuilding industry and Maritime 21 are two signi!cant outcomes of this cooperation.

LO’s involvement is based on our many a&liates that organise workers in the industry. We work with the companies to strengthen, develop and maintain jobs that are important to the whole country.

FACTSThis is LOLO is Norway’s largest workers’ organisation, standing at about 870,000 members in 21 affiliates. All LO members have the right to elect their own representatives and to stand for election. The Norwegian labour movement is democratically structured with free elections at every level and in all organisational units.Employment for all is LOs main demand and the key to solving social challenges and ensuring welfare for all.

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Outstanding performance ‒ within a small area#e core of Norway’s maritime strength is con-centrated in the region of Møre on the country’s west coast. #e region is home for an impres-sive constellation of over 200 leading maritime companies, and training, research and !nance institutions. Together, these form the innovative and dynamic o"shore maritime cluster of Møre.

The perfect case of cluster dynamics#e maritime cluster in Møre is one of the few complete maritime clusters in the world. Several companies in each segment of the value chain compete daily with their peers in the cluster, as well as internationally for each and every contract. At the same time, the product develop-ment process is enhanced by the good communi-cation upstream and downstream resulting in the creation of advanced, more e&cient and greener

solutions, tailored to the needs of the cluster’s global customers. #e cluster dynamics allow the companies to unleash an unparalleled inno-vation rate, and strengthen the cluster’s leading position within the !eld of advanced marine operations. Today, over 75 % of the world’s lar-gest, hi-tech o"shore vessels are designed in the Møre maritime cluster, while 40 % of the world’s most advanced o"shore 'eet is controlled by the region’s ship-owners.

Norwegian centre of maritime expertiseDue to its outstanding performance and inno-vation strength the maritime cluster in Møre was awarded the prestigious status as Norwegian Centre of Expertise for the maritime sector by the Norwegian Government.

Global presence ‒ global attraction#e cluster operates globally and its companies and products are known world-wide. While most of the Member-companies are home-bread – like Ulstein Group, Farstad Shipping and Havyard Group, an increasing number of major inter-national players, such as Rolls-Royce, STX OSV or Bourbon O"shore, are claiming a place in the

cluster, drawn by the cluster’s winning mix of high pace of innovation, prototype orientation, competition, informal communication,$coope-ration, and unique know-how within the !eld of advanced marine operations.

NCE Maritime ‒ ensuring future growth#e maritime cluster in Møre is represented by the organization NCE Maritime, which works to ensure the continuous development of the cluster, and its Member companies. #e organisation focuses primarily on the !elds of Research and Education, Reputation building, Innovation, and Internationalisation.

MØRE Norway’s Centre of Maritime Expertise

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15 design companies14 ship yards17 ship owners155 equipment suppliers£ 5.5 billion in turnover20,000 skilled workers

= ONE world-class maritime cluster!

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Norway, home for a tiny 0,1 % of the world’s population, controls over 5 % of the world’s merchant fleet and has the second largest offshore fleet in the world, after the US.

Innovative hybrid solution designed by Ulstein Group for Olympic Shipping in order to optimize various offshore

operations and reduce their environmental impact.

www.geo!.no chartering@geo!.no

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GOLDEN ENERGY OFFSHORE, based in Ålesund, is a part of the Restis Group, one of the largest shipping companies in Greece, with an annual turnover of approximately US $2 billion. We have a history dating back 80 years, serving the global o!shore industry from our base in Ålesund.

WE BRING SIZE, EXPERIENCE AND FLEXIBILITY TO THE TABLE.

Excellence in Shipping SINCE 1929


MARINTEK is among the world’s largest independent research institutes in the maritime and offshore sectors. More than 200 researchers work in extensive laboratory facilities covering hydrodynamics, strength, engine technology and operations. MARINTEK is certified to ISO 9001 and will in 2011 be an accredited organisation for measuring emissions to air from engines and turbines in laboratory and field.

Engine performance and maintenanceMARINTEK’s experience from engine optimiza-tion has helped many customers in cutting emis-sions signi!cantly. Research within maintenance management and the Technical Operating Com-petence Centre (TOCC), has shown reduction in fuel consumption up to 5% from improved maintenance alone.

Integrated operations and optimization#e IMO greenhouse gas study estimates an emis-sion saving potential of up to 50% on operatio-nal measures. Fleet utilization analysis for one o"shore supply operation enabled the operator to reduce its 'eet size with 10%. Our 'eet sche-duling tool TurboRouter is used in tactical and operational decision support to optimize 'eet utilization.

LNG as fuel ‒ short and deep seaMARINTEK has been instrumental in the development of injection concepts for both two-stroke and four-stroke LNG engines, and especially in partnership with Wärtsilä and Rolls-Royce Marine. MARINTEK has also sup-ported the development of regulations for using LNG as marine fuel.

Hull and propulsive performance Since the opening of the towing tank in 1939, MARINTEK has played an important role in reducing ship resistance and improving pro-

pulsive e&ciency. Today, both state-of-the-art laboratories and analytical tools are applied to all aspects of our research. Hull optimization research programs have reduced fuel consump-tion and emissions signi!cantly. In addition to evaluation and modi!cation of hull designs, MARINTEK can be a key partner in the testing and development of novel fuel saving devices related to ship propulsion. Focus must always be on testing the ship in realistic conditions close to the actual operating environment.

Regulations and standardsAs part of our research activities, we are active in legislative and standards work, in IMO as well as in international standards organisations.

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MARINTEKMain office Norway: +47 7359 5500MARINTEK do Brasil: +55 21 2025 1811MARINTEK (USA) Inc.: +1 713-452-2767Mail: [email protected]

Groundbreaking research in ship energy efficiency

Energy efficiency and emission reduction are two of the most important challen-ges for international shipping today, and a prioritized area in MARINTEK. Here are some examples of our achievements and activities.


Nor Lines' planned 'eet renewal programme is based on the need for e&cient vessels that meet current and future needs with the minimum of impact on the environment. #e vessels operate in Emission Control Areas, so exhaust emissions are of prime importance.

To realise its goal Nor Lines has enlisted the ship design skills of Rolls-Royce, together with its leading-edge gas engine and propulsion technology. Shipyards worldwide were invited to bid for construction of a series of vessels to the specially developed Rolls-Royce design type NVC 405 LNG, 122m long and 5,000dwt, and currently tenders from shortlisted yards are being evaluated.

FlexibilityNor Lines vessels carry a great variety of types of cargo, and the new ships will maximise e&ciency in handling these. Containers will be carried on the weather deck as well as a variety of deck cargos such as o"shore equipment and construc-tions, and trailers can be transported on the same deck sheltered under the forward superstructure. A full width door/linkspan across the stern gives access to the main deck for roro operations, while a li% transfers trailers to the upper deck. Below the roro deck is a series of rooms, individually insulated, which can either be cooled down for frozen goods, or used at ambient temperature for general cargo. All decks are served by a double pallet li% and side door on the starboard side, and a large deck crane makes the ship independent of shorecranes.

Minimising emissions requires that the least pos-sible energy is used to transport the cargo at the required service speed, in this case 14.3 knots, which means in turn that the hull, propulsion and engine e&ciencies must all be high, and that a clean fuel be chosen. Rolls-Royce has devoted a large investment to raising these e&ciencies, and the NVC 405 LNG design is a good example of the methods used. Hull lines are optimised for low resistance and incorporate the new bow design which is the subject of a pending patent. At the stern the CP propeller is integrated in the Promas system with hubcap and rudder bulb to raise the propulsive e&ciency.

"A study based on the vessel’s operation pro!le shows that the bene!ts of gas propulsion sys-tem, new design, Promas and the hybrid sha% generator reduce the vessel’s CO2 emission by 40% compared to a conventional vessel”, says Geir Bjørkeli, vice president for systems sales & marketing campaigns at Rolls-Royce.

LNG fuel ensure low emissionsNatural gas, bunkered as LNG, has been chosen as the fuel. #e new Nor Lines ships will carry enough gas in a single cylindrical tank for ten days operation at full load service speed before refuelling, at which point a three day reserve remains.

A single Bergen B32:40 gas engine powers the NVC 405 LNG, developing 3,930kW. #e lean burn Rolls-Royce gas engine technology gives very low exhaust emissions. CO2 is reduced by

about 22%, NOX by over 90% compared with liquid fuel engines, while sulphur oxides and particulates (soot) are negligible. Forthcoming IMO Tier 3 regulations are met easily without additional o"-engine exhaust treatment. #e advantage of the Bergen gas engine range, which is fully utilised in this application, is that the engine can drive the CP propeller mechanically. #e engine can operate at variable load and speed, maintaining a high thermal e&ciency down to low part loads. #e result is that both the engine and the propeller can be run at their design con-ditions for maximum e&ciency. #e Rolls-Royce Hybrid Sha% Generator system has been speci-!ed. Here the sha% generator can continue to provide electrical power at the correct voltage and frequency down to very low engine speeds, reducing the need to run auxiliary gensets, while the sha% generator can also operate as a power take-in motor, providing propulsion redundancy. #e design of the gas supply system to the engine, and associated safety measures, are such that the engine can be installed in an ordinary engine room. #e practical advantage is that the vessel can be operated as a conventional roro vessel, the only di"erence being the fuel bunkered.

CEO of Nor Lines, Toralf Ekrheim, says “this project, developed together with Rolls-Royce, will provide Nor Lines with an improved tool for future operations, both with regards to energy consumption and emissions as well as handling e&ciency.”

Much of the European coastal and short sea cargo 'eet is now overage and technically out of date. Nor Lines’ 'eet renewal programme shows the way forward.

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Gas-fuelled roro vessels for Nor Lines fleet renewal programme

Nor LinesNor Lines is an integrated transport company operating a fleet of liner cargo vessels that serve ports in Germany, Denmark, Poland, Sweden, and the long Norwegian coast to the border with Russia in the north.www.norlines.no


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New Radar Sensor Technology for Enhanced Surface DetectionSea-Hawk proudly present our polarimetric radar technology for surveillance (e.g. surface detection), detection and tracking of ice/icebergs, ship and at-shore/ inshore/ offshore terror strike/ piracy warning, small target detection, security and general surveillance.

Sea-Hawk Navigation#e advantage with Sea-Hawk is that it’s detection performance is still outstanding when weather gets rough with high breaking seas, fog, rain or snow.

Sea-Hawk can detect very small objects at high speeds and may therefore improve e.g. piracy/ terror warning capabilities to a new level in which it may be relied upon as a real-time surveillance source for such purpose.

Sea-Hawk NavigationVågsgaten 22, NO-5847 Bergen, Norway Tel.: +47 56 11 23 11, Fax.: +47 56 11 23 [email protected]

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Seismic vessel Ramform SterlingSeismic vessel

Ramform SterlingRadar image of seismic tow.

Green plots indicate targets tracked.Radar image of seismic tow.

Green plots indicate targets tracked.


Quality and innovation– Close cooperation with our customers and a strong focus on quality and innovation ensures that our products meet the customers’ require-ments for control, e&ciency and cost e"ective utilization of resources, says Jan Erik Hårvei, Managing Director of Tero Marine.

Represented worldwideTero Marine’s so%ware is installed on approxima-tely 1800 vessels around the world. #e company has representation o&ces in Singapore and agents in the UK, Dubai and Brazil. – We recognize the importance of local representation to provide on-site support to our customers, adds Hårvei.

Customer loyalty– 25 years in the business con!rms the quality of our products and shows that they have been well received. Many of our customers have remained loyal for more than two decades, !nishes Hårvei.

25 years of experience in the maritime and offshore sector has made Tero Marine one of the world’s leading developers of Fleet Management Software. And with a comprehensive upgrade of TM Master, combined with focus on international markets, Tero Marine has achieved a record high turnover.

Tero MarineNorwegian developer of marine information systems. The product range includes systems for planned maintenance, docking- and claims management, procurement, crew management, voyage management and QA.Tel. +47 55 94 24 60www.teromarine.no

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A world leader in design and production of winches to anchor handling vesselsI.P. Huse can also offer other products such as winches and mooring equipment for FPSO’s, SPAR’s and similar hull and vessel shaped installations.

Over the later years, I. P. Huse have invested in buildings, machines and competence to be pre-pared for the technical challenges in the future. I.P. Huse have today a new and modern workshop with machines for all types of tasks. #ey have specialised on large equipment, like 'ame cut-ting of steel plates up to 300mm (12") thickness, machining of components up to 100 tons, pro-duction of gear wheels of more than$6 meters in

diameter and handling and li%ing of components of 220 tons in the workshop. I. P. Huse’s larger winches have a pull force of above 600 tons.

#eir customers are yards, ship owners and oil companies. All sales and service is performed by, and in close co-operation with Rolls-Royce Marine in Brattvåg (Norway).

I.P. Huse ASI. P. Huse AS is located on the island of Harøy west of Molde. The company has approximate 130 employees. They are the world leader when it comes to designing and building large winches for anchor handling vessels (AHTS).Contact Information:Address: Steinshamn, N-6487 Harøy, Norway Telephone: +47 99 27 60 00E-mail: [email protected]

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