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e3 Systems signs partnership with Modern Security Solutions

November 28, 2010

At the Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS), e3 Systems announced the signing of a new partnership with Modern Security Solutions Ltd.

 Modern Security Solutions specialises in remote monitoring and control systems operating via satellite, cellular or wireless networks. They have developed AFIANT Supremacy, a global remote monitoring and control integration platform, aimed at the marine market. e3 Systems specialise in advanced marine electronics and communications. Together the two companies can now offer superyacht owners and managers the ability to remotely monitor situations, or control devices on the yacht, from an internet connected computer anywhere in the world. Roger Horner, Managing Director of e3 Systems commented: “In today’s current climate, security issues have become increasingly important. We recognise that AFIANT Supremacy is a product that is of great value to many yachts. Modern Security Solutions’ partnership with e3 Systems ensures the provision of quality communication services which complements and enhances the effectiveness of the security system”.

e3 Systems signs partnership with Modern Security Solutions

e3 Systems signs partnership with Modern Security Solutions

AFIANT Supremacy supports traditional CCTV cameras, thermal and more than 300 different network devices. AFIANT’s easy to use bandwidth management functionality provides a cost effective method of delivery.

e3 Systems exhibited in the Superyacht Pavilion at METS. In addition to AFIANT Supremacy, they showcased their eVSAT Bronze, Silver and Gold services; eCell@Sea, which is a GSM on-board service; and eDSC, a data service controller designed to manage all data connections and usage. They also demonstrated The Jetstream, a unique TV media hosting and distribution service allowing users to watch their favourite TV channels anywhere in the world.

Superyacht Safes by Dometic Marine

November 16, 2010

Dometic Marine extends its popular proSafe range at this year’s METS with the launch of the proSafe MD361 P. Specifically designed to complement the luxury interior of 30M+ yachts, the proSafe MD361 P provides a stylish and practical solution for luxury yacht owners, clients and charter guests to secure high value personal items such as jewellery, watches and money.

The proSafe MD361 P.Superyacht Safe by Dometic Marine

The proSafe MD361 P.Superyacht Safe by Dometic Marine

“Due to the typical profile of an owner and his guests, it is critical for superyacht cabins to include quality safes that are in keeping with the yacht’s luxury interior. To meet this demand we have introduced the proSafe MD361 P with LED lights and integrated charging facility, which has already been specified by several OEMs,” comments Paul Hickinbotham, Director of Sales & Operations, Dometic Marine.

In addition to high quality security features already proven in the demanding International hotel market, the innovative proSafe MD361 P provides an integrated socket* to allow continual charging of electrical products such as mobile phones even when the safe is secured shut. Available in silver, the unit also features interior LED lights enabling users to easily view the safe’s contents while also adding to the unit’s stylish design. 

The proSafe MD361 P features laser-cut doors to provide tight tolerance between door and frames and two 18mm steel pivots for exceptional security. The safe has been designed for DIY installation or professional retrofit and can be installed vertically or horizontally depending on customer’s preference or the available space. Safes are typically installed out of view, for instance at the bottom of a cabin wardrobe, under beds or seating and are fixed in place by screwing or bolting to the floor or bulkhead.   

Utilizing an individual computerised numerical code locking system, the proSafe MD361 P features an ADA compliant rubber keypad and illuminated LED display. The keypad closure allows multiple access once the four-digit number is shared so is ideally suited to families, shared ownership vessels or superyacht charter operations. The factory default security access number can be changed by safe owner and by individual users as often as required to maintain the highest level of security. Dometic is able to provide unlocking codes or replace keys for its entire proSafe range in the event they are lost by the safe owner.  

Dometic Marine offers an extensive range of proSafe safes from entry level standard models to the MD361 P luxury safe. A range of sizes including compact and laptop and locking options are available. More bespoke models can be sourced on demand.

For further information please visit the Dometic Marine stands 01.615, 01.715 in the main hall and 10.417 in the superyacht pavilion at METS 2010. 

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
proSafe MD361 P
Capacity:8.3 litres
Net weight:6 kg
Dimensions (mm) (WxHxD):165 x 280 x 235                                                         

*Installation of the charging feature requires wiring to the yacht’s power system.

Index Marine Ltd to exhibit new deck glands at METS

November 02, 2010

The new Index Marine Deck Gland

The new Index Marine Deck Gland

Index Marine, one of Europe’s best known manufacturers of marine electrical installation equipment, will introduce its new range of deck glands at METS 2010. The glands are designed and certified to offer the best possible watertight protection for cable and pipe transits on all types of vessel.

The new Index Marine DG range is available in UV stable nylon, marine grade anodised aluminium and in response to customer requests for a high polish fitting for luxury yachts a polished 316 stainless steel range has also been developed. Index Marine deck glands are available in an aperture range of 8mm to 50mm, they are easy to fit and do not require the removal of fitted connectors during installation. 

The new Index Marine DG range has recently passed the British standard BS EN 60529:1992, highest level of ingress protection certification, IP68.

Index Marine manufactures and supplies a wide range of electrical installation equipment through its network of distributors in Europe and in the USA. The products can be seen on stand 03.118 in the British Pavilion of METS in Amsterdam.

Velux 5 Oceans: Christophe Bullens buys sailing yacht Eco 60 Artech days before race

October 13, 2010

The VELUX 5 OCEANS has not even started yet and already Belgian ocean racer Christophe has been on an incredible voyage. After a nail-biting ten days, Christophe Bullens has confirmed he expects to be on the start line of the VELUX 5 OCEANS after securing a new boat for the race. Just five days before the start of the 30,000-mile solo round the world race, Christophe has bought the Eco 60 Artech from French yachtsman Jean-Baptiste Dejeanty.

The Eco 60 Artech - Velux 5 Oceans - Credit OnEdition 2010

The Eco 60 Artech - Velux 5 Oceans - Credit OnEdition 2010

The 49-year-old Belgian completed a 2,500-mile qualification passage in his original Eco 60 Five Oceans of Smiles in September. But his campaign was thrown into jeopardy early last week when his original yacht Five Oceans of Smiles was cruelly dismasted 15 miles off the coast of France en route to La Rochelle, home of the VELUX 5 OCEANS.

Five Oceans of Smiles was towed into Cherbourg with its mast broken into three pieces, a hole in the starboard side of the hull and destroyed sails. Since then, Christophe and his small shore team have been working round the clock to find another Eco 60 to sail in the VELUX 5 OCEANS.

But with just days to go until the race start, Christophe and his team have secured funding to buy Artech, confirming his place on the VELUX 5 OCEANS start line. The yacht will now be renamed and rebranded Five Oceans of Smiles in support of the Smiles charity which supports children who are HIV positive. Based at the Saint-Pieter hospital in Brussels, Smiles seeks to give HIV positive children the possibility to be born, grow up and live a normal childhood.

Skipper Christophe Bullens Velux 5 Oceans - Credit OnEdition 2010

Skipper Christophe Bullens Velux 5 Oceans - Credit OnEdition 2010

 

“It has been a real rollercoaster since the dismasting,” Christophe said. “We never stopped believing that we could be in this race and we fought to be on the start line until the end. Funding came through at the last minute and we are going to be on the start line of the VELUX 5 OCEANS. There was no way we were going to abandon the children – we are doing this race for them.”

VELUX 5 OCEANS race director David Adams added: “Christophe’s tenacity in the face of adversity is an illustration of what makes solo sailors so special. Many people would have thrown in the towel following the dismasting last week, but not Christophe. He has worked tirelessly to find a solution to making the start line and he has a fantastic Eco 60 to take on The Ultimate Solo Challenge.”

Artech was built for the 2002 Route du Rhum by Jean-Baptiste Dejeanty and skippered by Elie Canivenc as Leasecom. Three years later Dejeanty raced her with co-skipper Alexandre Toulorge in the Transat Jacques Vabre under the name Maisonneuve-Région Basse Normandie. Currently lying in Lorient, she is race ready and will be delivered to La Rochelle by the weekend.

Although he qualified previously on the original Five Oceans of Smiles, Christophe needs to satisfy the VELUX 5 OCEANS race committee that his new boat is up to the challenge of sailing round the world. Christophe will start with the rest of the fleet at 4pm on Sunday and sail a qualification passage to complete his final preparations.

The first ocean sprint of the VELUX 5 OCEANS is to Cape Town, South Africa. The race then stops in Wellington, Salvador and Charleston before returning to La Rochelle in June 2011.

Drum Cussac and Yacht Lifeline form Strategic Partnership

August 17, 2010

Drum Cussac and Yacht Lifeline have formed a strategic alliance to provide a combined 24/7 medical and security support-package to their client base which includes many of the largest Superyachts in the world.

When there is an emergency onboard a superyacht, the last thing you want to do is contact several different people to assist with each separate incident created. The new partnership of Drum Cussac and Yacht Lifeline will provide sailing yachts, motor yachts, megayachts and the whole yachting industry with a single Yacht Lifeline that is available around the clock.  The Emergency line will offer both medical and security support, when ever and where ever it is needed worldwide.

Drum Cussac Logo

Drum Cussac Logo

Drum Cussac’s ITR Divisional Manager, Paul Evans remarks: “Our strategic alliance is a step in Drum Cussac expanding its security solutions to the superyacht industry. Unlike many of our competitors, together we can offer a holistic package, backed up by a wealth of support services and a focused 24/7 operational response capability. We continue to pride ourselves on going that extra mile for our clients.”

Yacht Lifeline Logo

Yacht Lifeline Logo

Yacht Lifeline’s Managing & Founding Director Tony Nicholson, added: “Our new alliance with Drum Cussac will allow us to offer additional 24/7 medical and security services under the Yacht Lifeline umbrella. This will include huge resources to deal with vessel protection, fire, collision, spills, Designated Person Ashore (DPA) Alert and the benefits of a recognised Competent Authority provider.”

Drum Cussac is a maritime risk services and emergency response consultancy who provide Specialist Maritime Information Services, training, Armed and Unarmed Vessel Protection, technical security consultancy, 24/7 Emergency Response and Competent Authority services.

Yacht Lifeline supplies the high-end super yacht market with unrivalled services, including  Yacht Medical Kits, Marine First Aid Kits, 24/7 Medical Assistance, Tempus Telemedicine, STCW 95 Medical Training along with Yacht Crisis Assistance for Security, Fire, Collision, Spills and Designated Person Ashore (DPA) alert.

Yacht Lifeline and Drum Cussac will be at the Monaco Yacht Show that runs from 22-25 September.

Superyacht owners, superyacht Captains and superyacht crew are invited to visit stand QJ13 to learn more about these unrivalled one stop security and medical solutions that Drum Cussac and Yacht Lifeline’s Strategic Alliance can provide.

Seakeeper’s Gyro Stabilization Systems for luxury yachts.

August 02, 2010

Silverton Marine and Ovation Yacht dealers and customers around the world have been requesting Seakeeper Gyro Stabilization Systems.  After extensive testing and successful retrofits and factory installations, the boatbuilder now lists Seakeeper gyros as a standard option on all its Silverton and Ovation models over 43′ in length. 

“We’ve had such a strong demand for the Seakeeper gyros from dealers and owners that it made sense for us to offer it,” said Silverton VP of sales and marketing Brett Marshall.  “When mooring or docking, the gyro makes a huge difference, especially in the bridge.  The stability is amazing.  It takes weather and sea conditions right out of the equation.”

Established in 1969, Silverton builds comfortable, luxury motor yachts, including stylish sport bridges and T-series convertibles.  Combining advancements in design, engineering and manufacturing, Ovation Yachts brings performance, value and comfort to a new level. 

A leader in stabilization technology, Seakeeper gyros deliver a powerful righting force that virtually eliminates boat rock and roll for unmatched onboard comfort.  Actively controlled, they optimize torque and are highly effective over a range of conditions.  The units supply superior stability at anchor, zero and low speeds, as well as while underway.

See a video of the Seakeeper Gyros in action in the video below.

Seakeeper’s new gyro stabilizer enables the most discerning yacht owners who require the best in absolute luxury, to reduce zero and low speed boat roll. The many benefits of Seakeeper Gyros include:

- Safety for guests and crew aboard
- Enjoy sitting for dinner in comfort without the hassle of passing boats or high offshore seas
- Prevent banging into tender or a dock when tied along side
- Remain on the hook; not swim off the hook
- Sleep the night in silence and comfort
- Safety of children swimming outside the boat
- Improved resale and market values
- And of course, more days out on the sea

With many types of stabilization choices, only the Seakeeper gyro offers a total anti-roll solution for all types of luxury and performance yachts at zero-speed and while underway. The unit is installed safely inside the hull, where it cannot be damaged by the hazards at sea, offering the simplest, and most effective and safest form of stability control.

Yacht Madiblue on Fire in Greece

July 06, 2010

Unfortunate news has come to hand that the superyacht Madiblue has fire onboard in the Greece marina called Vouliagmeni. Further details about the Madi Blue motor yacht fire are as yet unknown. Yacht Madiblue is 46.7 metres in length and was built by the Australian company Oceanfast in 1986.

The yacht is powered by a three MTU turbo diesel engines with jet propulsions and she cruises at speeds of 20 knots.

Superyacht Madiblue is on fire in Greece

Technical Specifications of yacht Madiblue:

Length : 153.20ft (46.69m)
Beam: 27.43ft (8.36m)
Draft: 4.59ft (1.40m)
Number of guests: 10/12
Number of crew: 10
Built: 1986 by Oceanfast, Australia
Engines: 2 x 1960hp MTU plus 1 x 1305hp MTU
Cruising speed: about 20 knots

The yacht Seawise was also destroyed by fire in Greece earlier in 2010.

More information will be reported about the superyacht fire on Madiblue in Greece as it comes to light.

Further images and details of the yacht blaze are below:

The yacht which caught on fire at the Vouliagmeni Yacht Club in Greece is almost completely burn out on her superstructure area as you can see from the photos.  Luckily nobody was reported injured in the blaze which is very fortunate given was appears to have been quite sever fire damage. This event highlights the need for fire safety to be a very strong theme in overall superyacht safety.

Motor yacht Madiblue burnt in Greece superyacht fire - Image by Yorgo Nestoridis

The Yacht Madiblue's name can still be seen after being burnt in Greece superyacht fire - Image by Yorgo Nestoridis

Ship Equip reaches 1000th order for its SEVSAT system

June 29, 2010

Ship Equip has reached an important milestone in staking its claim as the world’s fastest growing provider of maritime broadband communications, announcing the 1000th order for its SEVSAT system.  The increasingly popular SEVSAT solution (which stands for Ship Equip VSAT) provides reliable and cost-effective satellite communications for a wide variety of vessels at sea. 

Core markets for Ship Equip include megayachts, super yachts, motor yachts and sailing yachts along with shipping, commercial fisheries and offshore oil/gas.

Ship Equip VSAT on megayachts

Ship Equip’s 1000th SEVSAT order came as part of a recently signed large fleet contract for 67 vessels.  The milestone-reaching order culminated several years of accelerated growth for the company, based in Ålesund Norway with offices in Oslo, Houston, Seattle, Singapore, London and Reykjavik.   Since its initial launch in 2003, SEVSAT has gained steady acceptance and increasing momentum, to the point where today as many as 30 new SEVSAT and SETVRO (TV Receive Only) systems are installed monthly.  Ship Equip has recorded impressive revenue gains even during the recent global economic downturn, including 29-percent growth in 2009.

”We have seen a steady growth in orders since the launch,” said Ship Equip Chief Executive Officer Ivar Nesset .  ”It started with mainly Offshore Support Vessels (OSVs) and fishing vessels, and gradually shipping fleets have become a more important customer segment.  In offshore, the needs were partly dictated by the oil majors, who needed  broadband to transfer data from the oil fields to land offices.  Fishing vessels began to lose crew to the OSV’s and ordered VSAT to retain their experienced workforce.  In shipping, the picture is more mixed, with some ship owners installing SEVSAT to improve operational efficiency, some to enable online systems at sea and some to attract and retain a younger crew who are dependent on online communications.”

“The SEVSAT solution now consists of a variety of services suitable for different needs,” explained Ship Equip Chief Sales Officer Gilles A. Gillesen.  “VSAT no longer has to be a high end solution.  Payments from crew through prepaid services like Ship Equip Crew Calling contribute to keeping the cost of a SEVSAT system on par with dial up limited bandwidth systems.  This has been confirmed through high profile ship owners who now benefitting from VSAT as a cost efficient solution.  In addition, our ability to offer flexibility in bandwidth means that ship owners will never get locked into a capacity that is not right for their ships,” added Gillesen.

According to Ship Equip Vice President/Americas Stein Oro, the company’s rapid growth stems from providing the best solutions for its maritime customers’ needs. “We’re growing because we keep mariners in touch with the world onshore and help vessel operators run their businesses effectively and efficiently,” said Oro.  “Vessels in the markets we serve aren’t just ships — they are floating businesses at sea.  Whether it’s an Offshore Support Vessel working a deepwater gas platform, a cargo carrier or a fishing boat on the Bering Sea, these vessels are extensions of their land offices.  And they have the same critical communications needs,” he added.

Ship Equip VSAT

The new contracts add to an order backlog in excess of 200 vessels and come on top of 800 systems already installed and in operation.   Ship Equip is ramping up activity on several fronts to meet this increased demand.

SEVSAT FOR THE YACHTS

 Staying online to check the stock exchange or other key land based resources is becoming mandatory in today’s business.  Always connected at a fixed rate means you can efficiently reach your land based resources.

With SEVSAT you maintain high quality telephone, e-mail and internet around the Globe:

• Use internet at sea for business or pleasure, for example; netbanking, stock exchanges, estate handlers, newspapers and media
• The crew and your guests can stay in touch with family and friends
• The crew can access land based maintenance services and possibly avoid unneccesary ship visits

SEVSAT improves safety

Safety is first as your crew can

• Perform medical diagnosis and first aid with real time advice from shore based doctors
• Update medical journals and have an accurate inventory of medical supplies on the vessel

From your home or office, you may connect with your vessel’s onboard systems and:

• Update and improve maps, security procedures, training manuals, IT systems and much more
• Monitor your vessels performance, log operational data, and fix
problems before they occur
• Save sending expensive experts to the ship by performing diagnosis and testing on components from land
• Transmit data to and from the vessel ensuring you are in touch at all times
• The vessel becomes an extension of your telephone system so your quick dial and telephony features become available when talking to the vessel

JETprotect Release Long Range Counter Surveillance Camera, Model CS300K™

June 15, 2010

JETprotect, an innovator in the field of high tech surveillance equipment and analytics, announced today the release of their newest product – a Long Range Counter Surveillance Camera, Model CS300K™.

The JETprotect Release Long Range Counter Surveillance Camera, Model CS300K™

“To date, the art of detecting someone observing you or your facility (‘casing’) has been trained guards watching CCTV monitors”, said Gregory Johnston, CTO of JETprotect. “Our new camera takes the ‘red-eye’ effect of flash cameras and projects it hundreds of meters”, said Mr. Johnston, “to find pupils, binoculars or video cameras that are staring at you”.

The technology is the integration of a unique wavelength GigE Vision IP camera and a numerically controlled Class IIIb laser illuminator for dusk to dawn operation. When combined with the company’s automatic surveillance detection software, surDET™, the system becomes a 24/7 guard against snoopers and automatically annunciates and archives the event.

The CS300K™ comes with an Application Programming Interface (API) and a Software Developers Kit (SDK) for third party security product integrators. Also included is an articulated pointing mount.

Chuck Scifers, Director of Business Development said that their initial market is the military and security companies that are charged with protecting high-value assets, such as diplomats or other individuals that could come under threat of a hostile action. “We feel that this new product can be a valuable addition to the protective security offerings of these companies for their clients”, he said.

Sea-Fire Suppression Technology Moves into Middle East

June 11, 2010

Expanding into one of the fastest growing international markets, Sea-Fire, the world leader in fire suppression technology, brought on distributor Solas Marine Services Group to cover UAE, Bahrain, OMAN, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, India and Sri Lanka.  Based in Dubai, the company will offer Sea-Fire’s entire line of engineered and pre-engineered fire suppression systems.

Sea Fire Equipment

“Sea-Fire’s line complements the markets and customers we already serve,” said Solas management rep Tuan Hain Rajudin.  “They offer good, effective products that are easy to install.  Delivery time is excellent and the manufacturer is quick to respond to service requests.”

For more than 22 years, Solas has specialized in marine safety equipment and service for liferafts and boats, fire fighting and rescue operations and facility management for marine offshore and oil industries in the Gulf.  The company has already completed Sea-Fire engineered and pre-engineered fire suppression systems installations for the UAE Navy, Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB) and NICO.

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