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The AtoN + Mooring and Berthing section provides a comprehensive posting of all the latest Aids to Navigation, VTMIS, and mooring and berthing related news including docking system and berth construction. Have news to submit? Email the Editor.
World's first hybrid tugboat to get a sister
Aug 24, 2010
uilder and operator of the world’s first hybrid tugboat, Foss Maritime Co. will soon add another pioneering vessel to its Southern California fleet with the help of an air quality grant obtained by the Port of Long Beach.
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Norway's AISSAT-1 satellite starts mission
Jul 16, 2010
 With payload developed by Kongsberg Seatex AS, the AISSat-1 was launched successfully from India on July 12th this year, and has already begun transmitting AIS messages from space to earth via Kongsberg Satellite Services' ground station at Svalbard.
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Ghana invests over $25 million in VTMIS and coastal surveillance equipment
Jun 30, 2010
Ghana is investing over US$25 million in new Vessels Traffic Management Information Systems (VTMIS) and coastal surveillance equipment, which will be installed by Zeni Maritime Technology of Finland.
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Tideland buoys mark Angola's new LNG terminal
Jun 23, 2010
 Tideland's SB-2200 and SB-138 polyethylene buoys complete with MLED-140 marine lanterns fitted with the high performance MaxiHALO-60 LED Flasher - along with mooring equipment have been deployed in the new LNG port at Soyo in the north of Angola to mark the newly dredged access channel and turning circle.
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Panama Canal Authority utilises Azima DLI vibration analysis software to help maintain lock operations equipment
Jun 21, 2010
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has contracted Azima DLI to provide rugged, four channel vibration data collection and real-time analysis equipment throughout the Canal's lock system.
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Kongsberg Maritime signs major offshore simulator contract with Haugesund Simulatorcentre
Jun 21, 2010
 Kongsberg Maritime's simulation division has signed a new contract to deliver a range of offshore simulators to the newly-founded Haugesund Simulatorcenter, Norway.
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New PortVision VTS system integrates weather reports, a distance calculator and VesselZones with AIS data
Jun 16, 2010
The new version of PortVision's web-based vessel tracking, management and analysis service has been enhanced enhanced to provide greater insight into vessel activities in most major U.S. ports and regions and over 50 international ports.
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New intelligent traffic forecasting service from Maritime Traffic Forecasts
Jun 03, 2010
Maritime Traffic Forecasts Ltd. has launched a new forecasting service that can successfully forecast traffic volumes at port, national and regional level in a wide range of projects worldwide.
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Kongsberg Maritime supplies first HUGIN AUV order for Malaysia for offshore geo-surveys
Jun 02, 2010
 Offshore Geo-Surveys Sdn Bhd (OGS), the seismic survey division of Malaysian company Offshore Works group, has placed an order for a cutting-edge Kongsberg Maritime HUGIN 1000 Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV).
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NG2 unveils new shore power connection solution at Posidonia event
Jun 01, 2010
New Generation Natural Gas (NG2), a startup company proposing innovative solutions to improve the shipping industry economical and environmental performance, is to present its "Power Generation during Loading & Unloading” (PLUG) shore power technology at Posidonia.
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Cavotec secures automated mooring project with Rio Tinto subsidiary
May 26, 2010
Cavotec is to install eight vacuum-mooring units for Hammersley Iron Pty Ltd, a subsidiary of mining group Rio Tinto, at the Dampier Fuel Wharf in the Port of Dampier, Western Australia.
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Port of Savannah's silt suspension system maintains 48 feet at berth
May 26, 2010
 The silt suspension system, used to maintain 48 feet at four of the Garden City Terminal berths at the Port of Savannah, USA, was recently modified to also increase oxygen levels in the river.
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New 10-bit rugged flat panel display for demanding naval applications launched by Barco
Apr 29, 2010
Barco has announced the release of the RFD-357, the new rugged flat panel display for naval applications to offer 10-bit image quality - the first of its kind.
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New Reson Seabat system for Southampton port
Apr 13, 2010
 Associated British Ports Southampton contracted Reson to supply a SeaBat 7101 multibeam sonar system.
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New boat deployment kit for pinger receiver
Apr 09, 2010
 Acoustic receivers are in use by a diverse range of underwater search and recovery groups including the military, commercial diving companies, law enforcement agencies, and public safety dive teams.
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Fugro's ROV fleet to receive camera and sonar equipment from Kongsberg Maritime
Apr 08, 2010
 Fugro has placed a substantial order for an extensive suite of cameras and scanning sonars from Kongsberg Maritime, as part of its Global 2010 ROV sensor refurbishment and newbuild programme.
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Telemar appointed for broadband satellite communication for 100-vessel fleet
Apr 08, 2010
Broadband satellite communication for the entire Rickmers fleet is to be provided by the Telemar Group, through its German subsidiary Telemar GmbH.
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Clydeside Surveys upgrades to new RESON multibeam sonar system for Qatar operations
Apr 07, 2010
 Clydeside Surveys have awarded RESON a contract to upgrade their present SeaBat 7125 on their Cheetah Marine build vessel to a SeaBat 7125-SV. The system will be used for shallow water Hydrographic and Engineering surveys in Qatar.
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C4i Ports System commissioned in Townsville, Australia
Apr 01, 2010
The new Vessel Traffic System (VTS) centre in Townsville, Australia, has been fitted with C4i's SwitchplusIP Voice Communications, Command and Control System (VCC&CS).
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DLR and GL join forces to apply next generation technologies
Mar 25, 2010
 A cooperation framework agreement have been signed by the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and Germanischer Lloyd (GL). Both companies agreed to develop and apply novel technologies between the aerospace and shipping industries.
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SeaZone to develop marine mapping for the North Sea
Mar 23, 2010
 SeaZone is leading the BLAST Work Package 3 - The Marine and Coastal Reference Base. This Working Group addresses the needs of marine spatial planning, environmental protection, socio-economic development, risk management and mitigation, by delivering harmonised land and sea geographic datasets.
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New Vessel Traffic System for North Sea Canal, Netherlands
Mar 16, 2010
HITT expects to soon receive the final order from The Netherlands Ministry of Transport, Public Works and Water Management (RWS) for the design and delivery of a vessel traffic guidance and control system on the Noordzeekanaal (North Sea Canal) and surrounding waterways, including its 10 years maintenance.
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Three dead, four injured after cruise ship collides with pier
Feb 26, 2010
 A cruise ship collided with a pier in the Egyptian resort of Sharm El Sheikh early this morning, killing three sailors and injuring four tourists.
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New world-class VTS system for Sydney ports
Feb 25, 2010
 Sydney Ports Corporation has signed a contract for the delivery of a new vessel surveillance system for both Port Botany and Port Jackson (Sydney Harbour), which will rank among the world's best.
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Sydney Harbour enforces new safety measures after ferry accident
Feb 24, 2010
 Ferries in Sydney Harbour will have to abide by a new nighttime speed limit a judge has ruled, after an collision in 2007 left four people dead.
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Hydrographic survey of straits of Malacca and Singapore underway
Feb 23, 2010
A key hydrographic survey of the Straits of Malacca and Singapore is underway, which aims to produce an updated electronic navigation chart of the Traffic Separation Scheme (TSS) area.
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Free Wi-fi for customer vessels at Hong Kong container terminal
Feb 16, 2010
 Customer vessels at Modern Terminals, Hong Kong, will now have access to free Wi-fi at the port.
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North Sea land-sea integrated reference data is on its way
Feb 15, 2010
 SeaZone is collaborating with European hydrographic organisations on a three year project to improve marine reference information for the North Sea.
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Transas China supplies VTS system to China Ministry of Transportation
Feb 15, 2010
 The Chinese Ministry of Transport have contracted Transas China for the supply, installation and commissioning of a Navi-Monitor system.
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Gibraltar Port renews its VTS system
Feb 15, 2010
 The Gibraltar Port Authority (GPA) has commissioned a new VTS system from Transas.
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New thermal imager sees more than just infra red
Feb 10, 2010
 A new, cooled, thermal imager can see both medium and short wave IR thermal emissions simultaneously.
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New Algiz 7 rugged tablet from Handheld is ultra mobile
Feb 09, 2010
A new Algiz 7 ultra-rugged tablet PC has been released today by Handheld Europe.
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U.S. Icebreaker receives new deep water multibeam echo sounder
Feb 08, 2010
The United States Coast Guard has ordered a Kongsberg Maritime EM 122 deep water multibeam echo sounder for use aboard the icebreaker Healy, the largest vessel in its fleet.
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SES announces new carbon navigation mast
Feb 04, 2010
 Ships Electronics Services (SES) has announced the introduction of a stylish high-grade carbon fibre mast for navigation, communication and night vision camera equipment.
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New FleetBroadband Bundles launched by Marlink
Feb 01, 2010
A new range of FleetBroadband Bundles has been launched by Marlink.
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AAPA letter to Congress outlines key steps to create jobs, enhance economy
Dec 17, 2009
In a letter earlier this week to Senate and House leadership regarding a possible jobs bill being considered by Congress, American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) Chief Executive Officer Kurt Nagle outlined several key federal programs and tax incentives related to seaports that will create jobs, enhance sustainability, and provide long-term economic growth and prosperity for the nation.
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Port Technology executive wins excellence award Doug Albrecht recognized for leadership, innovation
Dec 10, 2009
Doug Albrecht, the Port of Long Beach’s Director of Information Management, has won the 2009 Best of California Award for Leadership in Management of Information Technology from the Center for Digital Government.
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Growth for iicorr in the Cathodic Protection Sector
Dec 08, 2009
Integrity, inspection and corrosion specialist iicorr has experienced high demand for its Cathodic Protection systems and surveys in the last 12 months with contract wins of more than £1.9million for clients in the North Sea and internationally.
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PortVision version 4.0 now available
Dec 03, 2009
Upgraded Platform Extends Global Coverage, Usability, and Reporting
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Vizada and Inmarsat preview latest maritime satcoms developments at Marintec 2009
Dec 02, 2009
New developments in maritime satellite communications that will deliver significant advantages to Asia-Pacific ship owners, shipping companies and crew are being previewed at Marintec 2009 by Vizada and Inmarsat.
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Owning our e-Navigation future
Jul 19, 2010
The General Lighthouse Authorities of the UK and Ireland (GLAs) have a shared mission: ‘To deliver a reliable, efficient and cost effective Aids to Navigation service for the benefit and safety of all mariners.’ However, we are facing a period of unprecedented change: institutionally, the European Commission has recognised the importance of the sector to the EU’s trade and prosperity and is looking to develop a new maritime policy; it is also proposing the development of ‘Motorways of the Sea’ as a “real competitive alternative to land transport” for the movement of freight; and meanwhile, ships are getting larger and faster and the sea-lanes more crowded. The global maritime community’s response is e-Navigation.
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Innovative design & construction to toe-in sheet piling in bedrock
Apr 29, 2010
The innovative design and reconstruction of a toe-in steel sheet pile bulkhead was installed for the Joint Meetings of Essex and Union (JMEUC) Counties outfall structure bulkhead. The site is located along the Arthur Kill in the City of Elizabeth, Union County, New Jersey.
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Waterway efficiency at the click of a mouse: How AIS technology is benefiting marine operations
Mar 11, 2010
The 2005 Coast Guard mandate for commercial vessels to continuously transmit Automated Identification System (AIS) signals along US inland waterways and ports had been largely an issue of improving marine vessel information availability and dissemination of the information. Two years later, the regulation has produced a significant – albeit unintentional – opportunity for organisations like Valero to improve their maritime operations.
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Totally tubular: steel piling installation at the Muuga Port
Dec 08, 2009
In very challenging weather conditions Danish contractor Per Aarsleff is installing its largest profile and one of its longest combination steel pile retaining walls for the extension to the container terminal in the Port of Muuga on the Gulf of Finland south coast, 17 km east of the Estonian capital Tallinn.
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A new era for solar LED marine lanterns
Dec 04, 2009
When Carmanah pioneered the first self-contained solar LED marine lantern in 1996, it began a wave of solar solutions for marine applications. From coast guards, to navies, to port author ities to mar inas, Carmanah’s solar technology has proven its place in one of the most demanding environments on earth.
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The advantages of steel sheet piling
Nov 26, 2009
Steel sheet piling (SSP) is a hot-rolled structural shape with interlocks on the flange tips. The interlocks permit individual sections to be connected to form a continuous steel wall which is earth-tight and water resistant.
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EU R&D into port technologies
Nov 12, 2009
European Research Policy is included in Article 163 of the European Treaty, which describes how Member States will work together in Research and Development. It has been running since 1972 with the COST Programme (European COoperation in the field of Scientific and Technical Research) being the first as well as the widest European network for the coordination of nationally funded research activities. In late 1982, the European Commission launched the European Strategic Programme for Information Technology (ESPRIT), upon which the basic structure of the 1st Framework Programme (FP) 1984-1988 was modelled to this day, with the latest being FP7 2007-2013.
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Solar area lighting: a bright idea for illuminating ports
Nov 11, 2009
Port authorities are continually faced with the challenge of balancing environmentally sustainable, economically viable, and socially responsible operations. As environmental protection moves to the forefront of concerns in today’s world, the need to incorporate renewable energy alternatives into daily operations becomes ever more imperative.
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VTMS3000 gains “green” credentials
Oct 16, 2009
Modern VTS systems are well proven in their ability to fulfil IMO and IALA requirements. They provide facilities that enable port or coastal authorities to manage vessel traffic efficiently through approach fairways, traffic separation schemes and hazardous areas.
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Transferring LNG from ship-to-ship safely and efficiently
Oct 06, 2009
Strainstall have been awarded the contract to supply their Quick Release Hooks and Integrated BerthManager System for new Floating Natural Gas Liquefaction Units (LNG Producers), being constructed by Samsung Heavy Industries in Korea for FLEX LNG. These LNGP’s will be the first dedicated offshore liquefaction units used to develop stranded gas fields offshore.
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Comprehensive Port Management Information System
Sep 17, 2009
Safely control vessel traffic via the KleinPort interface to Vessel Traffic (VTS) or Automatic Identification (AIS) systems. Enter vital security related information to maintain compliance with ISPS code Port and Facility Plans. Track dangerous cargoes that arrive, depart and transit the maritime region of interest, while also managing all incidents and delays. Configure warning messages to notify users of any abnormal practices or omitted procedures.
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Operation Big Tow confirms 99 per cent compliance of mariners properly licensed
Aug 25, 2009
The Eighth Coast Guard District recently completed Operation Big Tow, a three-month long effort designed as a result of a collision between a cargo vessel and a loaded oil barge on the Mississippi River that spilled more than 282,000 gallons of #6 fuel oil into the river. Operation Big Tow was designed to ensure vessel operators were properly licensed for their respective vessel’s size, type and route.
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Tailoring tug technology to meet specific needs
Aug 17, 2009
In the world of ship assist and tanker escort operations, a myriad of challenges and endless ideas about how to address those challenges are commonplace in harbours around the globe. From escorting a large tanker carrying environmentally sensitive cargoes to assisting other vessels within the harbour, it is crucial that the company or harbour master contracted to handle these operations have a full understanding of the task at hand and the best way to successfully address the needs of the project with the proper technology.
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AIS: Beyond ship-to-shore communication
Aug 14, 2009
Automatic Identification System (AIS) technology was mandated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) for carriage on SOLAS vessels weighing 300gt and up, beginning in 2004. This mandate has resulted in new technology for both tracking and communication purposes.
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Foam filled fenders tackle any environment
Aug 06, 2009
Ketchikan, Alaska is a major cruise ship port along the Inside Passage, welcoming hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Given the decline of the timber and fishing industries in Southeast Alaska, tourism has become the mainstay of Ketchikan’s local economy.
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PMIS installation case study: Port of Amsterdam
Aug 05, 2009
In September 2007, Port of Amsterdam went ‘live’ with the KleinPort Management Information System. The system manages both the deep sea and inland vessel traffic at this busy European port that has approximately 120,000 vessel movements per year.
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Critical design characteristics of quality quick release hooks
Jul 27, 2009
The time for disputing the value of quick release hooks (QRH) is long gone; decades of successful applications have proven their worth over traditional bollards. But with so many hook manufacturers and suppliers vying for market share, the debate over what makes a quality QRH is still very much in the minds of port operators.
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Oman’s Aids to Navigation – AMNAS’ contribution to maritime safety
May 22, 2009
The Sultanate of Oman has a long and proud maritime history. Seafarers have passed along its ruggedly beautiful 1,709 nautical mile coastline for centuries. Deep water is generally found within five miles of the shoreline. Few offshore dangers exist, and where they do they are well charted.
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Innovatory European Maritime Navigation Services (MarNIS) concept unveiled
May 14, 2009
Now almost completed, the European Commission’s MarNIS project has recently provided realistic demonstrations of its innovatory concept for the next generation of integrated Maritime Information Services in Genoa and Lisbon. Aimed at implementation between 2012 and 2020, MarNIS integrates vessel traffic monitoring, search and rescue and pollution combating under one (physical or virtual) roof.
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Unique fortification process for twin channel wailing beams
May 04, 2009
Nuttall John Martin is currently working on a 330 metre length of the longest continuous quay wall in the UK at Trinity Deep Water Terminal, Berth 5. The remit is to strengthen the existing twin channel wailing beams in reinforced concrete. This, as a normal exercise would not be something out of the ordinary, but on this occasion the existing beams placed at – 0.8 AOD (just above mean low water springs) are only visible in the 4 metre tidal range for an average of two hours either side of low water.
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Making waves with a new generation of solar LED marine lanterns
May 01, 2009
From guiding vessels through San Francisco Bay to lighting the waters of Sydney Harbour, solar-powered LED lighting has revolutionised marine operations around the world. With a bright, crisp light source visible from up to six nautical miles away, a self-contained solar LED lantern can replace an entire incandescent system and virtually eliminate ongoing maintenance requirements for up to five years.
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The economics of cold ironing
Apr 14, 2009
In this age of globalisation, ports – and the goods flowing through them – have become a mainstay of the U.S. economy. Although containerisation is a highly successful component of the evolving international trade, it has created its own backlash; the burgeoning volume of containerised cargo has generated an increased level of concern about the environmental effects of ever-expanding port operations.
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Losing that sinking feeling: stone column ground installation at the Port of Valencia
Mar 24, 2009
The Xita Dock in the Port of Valencia is one of the most important shipping terminals in Spain. It has consistently ranked as Spain’s number one port for real registered foreign trade volumes (imports and exports) and channels traffic from all sectors of the economy and practically any type of commodity.
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The effects of containership growth on tugs and piloting
Feb 25, 2009
During the last ten years the steady growth in trade has generated many headlines and the corresponding increase in size of the new generation of containerships has been particularly well documented. The breathless press releases of the latest mega containership do however hide a growing problem for pilots in handling such vessels.
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Modern technology improves safety for mooring hooks
Feb 16, 2009
As technology progresses within the industry, safety is becoming an essential feature of building a new terminal and sustaining older terminals, which are now changing old bollards in favour of quick release hooks. Safety is crucial when constructing LNG terminals so all new terminals are now being equipped with quick release mooring hooks. All Marimatech hooks have the option of being fitted with a load pin which can measure the tension of the mooring lines.
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Improving VTS radar tracking through software development
Feb 12, 2009
The International Association of Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) V-128 Recommendations for Advanced Radars are aimed at improving the clarity of the radar image and track data for Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) operators, to ensure that an accurate, highresolution representation of the maritime domain and all targets within it, irrespective of size and speed, is available at all times.
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The advantages of steel sheet piling
Feb 04, 2009
Steel sheet piling (SSP) is a hot-rolled structural shape with interlocks on the flange tips. The interlocks permit individual sections to be connected to form a continuous steel wall which is earth-tight and water resistant. Because it is readily available and transportable, SSP is in many cases a fast and economical solution to an owner’s need for a durable, long lasting wall system.
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Sailing your way through e-Navigation
Feb 03, 2009
What is e-Navigation?: e-Navigation is an International Maritime Organization (IMO) led concept based on the harmonisation of marine navigation systems and supporting shore services driven by user needs. e-Navigation is currently defined as:
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Fighting background illumination
Dec 08, 2008
Lighthouses where originally built in remote areas to guide ships around shallow waters and rocks close to coastline. With no other lights in view, it was easy for mariners to spot the light. His only concern, then, was to make a positive identification as to which of the lighthouses in the vicinity he had seen. Today, when approaching a busy commercial harbour or a port located within the close proximity of, or inside the city area, the situation is quite different.
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Liquefied gas: the offshore challenge
Dec 03, 2008
As General Manager of the Society of International Gas Tanker and Terminal Operators, (SIGTTO) the reader may wonder why I have been invited to pen this article. The answer is that, as a technical society representing the interests of its members, the Secretariat needs to understand the business of its members and to keep abreast with developments in the industry.
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Offshore opportunities: evaluating the role of offshore systems in the field of unloading
Dec 01, 2008
In 2008 Bedeschi Group is celebrating the first century since its foundation in 1908. The Company has always worked in the field of bulk material handling in various industrial sectors including cement, mining and power plants, as well as port and marine. Herein below lies a short presentation outlining actual case studies in order to demonstrate Bedeschi’s capability to handle different market and project tasks.
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Are we there yet? An update on LRIT in Australia
Nov 27, 2008
At the 81st session of the Maritime Safety Committee (MSC), the International Mar itime Organization (IMO) adopted an amendment to SOLAS Chapter V that introduces new obligations for ships regarding Long Range Identification and Tracking (LRIT) in resolution MSC.202(81). This was not an easy decision, and the developments in LRIT are a result of many discussions dating from February 2002, as part of the ‘Security Package developed in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks of ‘9/11’’, including extensive deliberations at IMO supported by two workshops on ‘Global Tracking of Vessels’ held by IALA.
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Meeting operational goals with solar lighting technology
Nov 06, 2008
For modern port facilities, times are changing and so is the way of doing business. Concerns such as increasing safety and security, reducing operational expenditures and improving environmental practices are registering high on the list of business priorities. Today, viability for ports means keeping step with public and political demands for improved security and greener operational practices, while taking into account realities such as aggressive budget structures and the growing price of commodities such as oil.
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Optimising complex terminal operations through advanced software applications
Aug 29, 2008
The challenges facing port authorities and the companies responsible for shipping are increasing. The sheer growth in movements, driven by globalisation, is dictating new supply chain flows around the world leading to dramatic expansion in port traffic. New shipping technologies for energy transportation, such as that developed for LNG, and the impact of new security measures also need to be factored in. All this clearly means that to maintain service levels, reduce ship waiting times, and importantly control port demurrage costs, terminal managers have to forward plan more than ever, not just to mitigate the effects of temporary change...
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The MOSE project: preventing Venice from sinking
Aug 20, 2008
Venice, the world famous city in the sea, is regularly inundated with water. It is a city built on many thousands of oak pilings, but unfortunately, its wooden foundation is unsound and has subsided by a half a metre over the centuries. To make matters worse, the Adriatic Sea’s level is also rising. The Plaza San Marco is often flooded and the walls of palaces, churches and apartments are saturated with water. The dykes built to protect Venice from floods are too weak.
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Upgrade complete for VTS Humber
Aug 19, 2008
Associated British Ports (ABP) is the UK’s largest ports group, owning and operating 21 ports around the country, and handling some 25 per cent of all seaborne trade in and out of Britain. In addition to handling shoreside operations, ABP is also the designated Statutory Harbour Authority in a number of locations, including for the nation’s busiest foreign-trading estuary, the Humber.
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Portable piloting units, models and hardware performance
Aug 08, 2008
The Portable Piloting Unit (PPU) will be used in nearly all pilot assisted operations within a few years. Technology has brought the weight down, electronic charts are becoming more accurate, and software has become more powerful and user friendly. Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) such as GPS, GLONASS and GALLIEO are working hand in hand offering unique reliability and accuracy and lest not forget pilots are becoming more IT minded in adopting this new tool. Several types of systems are available.
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Lighting Portugal�s waterways with solar LED technology
Aug 07, 2008
Whether marking a channel or flagging an underwater hazard, solar-powered light emitting diode (LED) lanterns are an increasingly popular upgrade for illuminated aids to navigation around the world. Thanks to the impressive durability, reliability and convenience of a solar LED solution, this technology is proving itself in a range of applications, from marking channels in Portugal’s Port of Viana do Castelo, to flagging an artificial reef off Madeira Island. Wherever light is needed, solar LED technology is translating into increased reliability and reduced operating costs for those who use and maintain aids to navigation.
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