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Tillberg Design of Sweden teams up with Spencer Buley Group

Details: Written by Kari Reinikainen Kari Reinikainen; Category: Products & services Products & services; Published: 09 October 2019 09 October 2019

Tillberg Design of Sweden (TDoS), the Swedish design company, said it has entered in a partnership with yacht consortium Spencer Buley Group (SBG). The announcement was made recently at the Spencer Buley Group Superyacht Soiree on the opening evening of the Monaco Yacht Show.

Spencer Buley Group is a Luxury Asset Group specializing in the design, construction and refurbishment of bespoke Superyachts, together with private sales of Yachts and highly desired luxury assets.

SBG value is in introducing clients to the world’s finest trusted independent’ partners and service providers who are unmatched in their wealth of experience and knowledge in their specialist fields.

As a collective group, SBG have successfully designed 1500 Yacht Projects, project managed the world’s largest most technologically advanced Sailing Yacht, supported and worked with over approximately 2500 Superyachts worldwide.

Ashley Spencer Hurrell, founder of SBG, said: “We are delighted to be working with and representing the finest interior designers globally. We are already collaborating on some exciting new projects between the likes of Laurent Giles and Tillberg Design of Sweden now offering a turnkey solution for the complete design, interior and naval architecture package which adds value to our clients massively so.”

TDoS has created a specialist new division to specifically serve the Luxury Superyacht market led by Daniel Nerhagen. TDoS commercial acumen and background has created award-winning designs that are eagerly anticipated into the prestigious world of Superyachting.

SBG and TDoS are looking to spearhead some new and innovative projects. With SBG’s focus on working with the world’s finest independent partners, and TDoS expertise and fine design, that will continue to deliver a trusted, tailored and transparent service to distinguished clients.

Tillberg Design of Sweden - Founded in 1964, is a world leading marine design enterprise. The company's global reference list includes some of the world’s most creative and prestigious projects, including Private Yachts, Explorer Ships and Ocean Liners. The team of 115 architects and designers in Sweden, Poland, USA and Singapore create award winning designs that span from cutting edge contemporary to timeless and classic.

Recently TDoS has been celebrated for carrying out the exquisite exterior and interior design for the Ritz-Carlton Luxury Cruise Yacht Project.

Gibraltar to found Maritime Academy

Details: Written by Teijo Niemelä Teijo Niemelä; Category: Products & services Products & services; Published: 30 September 2019 30 September 2019

The Minister with responsibility for the Port, Maritime Affairs and the University, Gilbert Licudi QC, announced last week the establishment of a Maritime Academy in Gibraltar which will be based at the University. As from September 2020, the University of Gibraltar will offer four new undergraduate maritime degrees.

The announcement was made at the opening reception of Maritime Week Gibraltar, which was held tlast week at the University.
Licudi confirmed that there will be a BSc (Hons) in Maritime Science (Nautical) with deck cadetship and a BSc (Hons) in Maritime Science (Engineering) with engineer cadetship. These will lead to deck officer of the watch certification or engineer officer of the watch certification allowing entry into the maritime profession as officers.

In addition, the University will offer the BSc (Hons) degree in Maritime Science (Nautical) and the BSC (Hons) in Maritime Science (Engineering) entirely online so that these can be undertaken through distance learning. This will be of particular interest to those already working at sea who wish to gain an undergraduate degree whilst continuing to work. Depending on qualifications and experience, current officers may be eligible for credit towards some of the degree modules through Recognition of Prior Learning.
Licudi stressed that all degrees will be aligned to the UK’s Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB) and Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) standards.

This is what Licudi said at the opening reception of Maritime Week Gibraltar: "Training of seafarers is, of course, an area which is absolutely fundamental to the shipping and maritime industries. There is a great deal that Gibraltar can offer in terms of training and qualifications.

And it is quite fitting that I should mention training in this setting – the University of Gibraltar. We inaugurated the University around three and a half years ago as an institution for research, for learning and for professional development.

The student accommodation, which has just been completed, allows the University to welcome greater numbers of international students to Gibraltar.

We have the institution, we have the accommodation, we have a thriving maritime industry and we have a Gibraltar Maritime Administration working with the MCA.

It is the perfect combination for the provision of maritime training.

I am therefore delighted to announce today the establishment of a Gibraltar Maritime Academy which will be based at the University."

The Academy, through the University, will provide as from September 2020 a full academic and professional training package developed and delivered to the highest accredited standards in the industry.

It will provide the opportunity, on completion, to start a career as an officer in the merchant navy, on a research ship, a cruise ship or a superyacht.

The University will offer four new undergraduate maritime degrees as from next year.

For those aiming to become professional seafarers, there will be a BSc (Hons) in Maritime Science (Nautical) with deck cadetship and a BSc (Hons) in Maritime Science (Engineering) with engineer cadetship.

These will lead to deck officer of the watch certification or engineer officer of the watch certification.

For those already working at sea who wish to gain an undergraduate degree whilst continuing to work, the University will offer the BSc (Hons) degree in Maritime Science (Nautical) and the BSC (Hons) in Maritime Science (Engineering) entirely online so that these can be undertaken through distance learning.

Importantly, and depending on qualifications and experience, current officers may be eligible for credit towards some of the degree modules through Recognition of Prior Learning.

All degrees will be aligned to the UK’s Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB) and Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) standards.

Work is already being carried out on these programmes.

NaviGate 2020 to look at digital and cleantech changes of shipping in Turku in January

Details: Written by Kari Reinikainen Kari Reinikainen; Category: Products & services Products & services; Published: 25 September 2019 25 September 2019

NaviGate2020, the Nordic Maritime Expo 2020 in Turku in Finland is set to host the latest digital and cleantech ideas from the world’s leading digital country and the final search for the next generation experts set to enter our changing industry.

Finland, the heart of global digitalization and green technical developments is preparing for one of the maritime sectors most focused expos to underscore where the transformation of shipping is heading.

NaviGate2020, the Nordic Maritime Expo will take place on 22 and 23 January 2020 in Turku. It is the place to be to understand how Finnish and other leading shipping companies have begun embracing change and utilizing the benefits of digitalization.

Expo visitors can mingle with representatives from over 200 companies from Finland and overseas, from shipbuilders and designers, ports and ship operators all working towards the next generation, a sustainable, clean and digitally enhanced future.

Finland, described by Forbes as the most digital country in 2018, has embraced the ideals of a clean efficient shipping and supply chain, and the programme of activities during NaviGate 2020 more than reflect this.

NaviGate main conference will also host the finals of one of the Nordic regions next generation searches, the 6th Intelligence Hunt. This unique event matches students with the brightest ideas with maritime businesses that can see the value of those ideas succeeding. Intelligence Hunt, organized through the Finnish SeaFocus platform, is a unique opportunity to get the views of the next generation, and helping companies get access to the next generation ideas that they may otherwise miss.

SeaFocus has been organizing the Intelligence Hunt since 2017, each takes about four months with teams of international students working with professional industry mentors and businesses in the shipping sector. This 6thfinal follows other searches in Finland, Sweden and Norway, with the entries being judges by a jury of industry experts.

Judges for 6th Hunt final include the runner up in the 5th Hunt along with Harilaos Psaraftis, Professor, Technical University of Denmark, Sari Turkkila General Manager Shipbrokers, Finland and Poul Woodall, Director, Environment & Sustainability, DFDS A/S, Denmark (DK). Jury chair is Ulla Keino, Commercial Director, from Ahlers Trade Facilitation Business Unit.

Event moderators include Frank Ko, Senior Advisor, Kho Management in Rotterdam, Netherlands, Dr Rolf Neise Supply Chain Management, Senior Consultant, HPMlog, Project & Management Consultants in Hamburg and Johanna Fräki, Renewable Energy Innovations Director, Wärtsilä

Tillberg Design of Sweden completed The World revitalisation

Details: Written by Kari Reinikainen Kari Reinikainen; Category: Products & services Products & services; Published: 30 September 2019 30 September 2019

Revitalisation of The World, the 43,188 gross ton luxury ship providing residences at sea has been completed, with Tillberg Design of Sweden (TDoS), the Swedish architect firm, in charge of the redesign of key areas on board the 2002 built vessel.

“Tillberg Design of Sweden (TDoS) was trusted with an extensive redesign of several key areas on board including The World Spa & Wellness Center (Spa, Beauty Salon, Fitness Center and Pilates Studio), Fredy’s Deli (Barista, Cafe, Lounge, Marketplace and Self-service Counter), East restaurant (Pan-Asian cuisine), and The World Boutique and The World Showroom,” the company said in a statement.

The work was carried out at the Navantia shipyard in Cadiz in Spain and it was completed in June.

“TDoS would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for the vote of confidence to design some very central areas of Residents’ everyday living environment on board.We would also like to extend our best wishes to the ship, its management, crew and all the wonderful Residents, for many years of comfortable and happy sailing around The World,” the company said.

Kongsberg wins first full-scope expedition cruise vessel tender with gensets and propulsion equipment

Details: Written by Teijo Niemelä Teijo Niemelä; Category: Products & services Products & services; Published: 19 September 2019 19 September 2019

Kongsberg has signed a contract with Damen Shipyards in the Netherlands for the delivery of a fully integrated Kongsberg Maritime solution to the SeaDream Yacht Club.

Valued at more than NOK 190 million, Kongsberg’s most extensive ‘Full Picture’ delivery for an expedition cruise ship, Innovation, also encompasses the supply and integration of propulsion equipment including the new ELegance azimuth pod system, Bergen engines, stabilizers, bridge and automation systems, accompanied by a comprehensive electrical, navigation and hybrid technology package. Delivery is expected to be accomplished in the second quarter of 2020, with the engineering and construction phases taking an estimated two years to complete.

The ship will be fully compliant with the IMO’s forthcoming 2020 emission rules and regulations. An energy consumption and analysis system based on Kongsberg’s digital platform will provide tools for detailed monitoring and energy optimisation.

“Both Damen and SeaDream are synonymous with peerless quality, attention to detail and environmentally-conscious principles,” says Egil Haugsdal, President, Kongsberg Maritime, “The Full Picture portfolio offers the most diverse mix of technology, engineering and digital solutions. When applied to an integrated delivery for the Innovation, it will enable highly efficient operations regardless of location and conditions. "

“With Kongsberg Maritime’s expertise in energy management systems and fuel-saving technology,” Haugsdal continues, “this delivery not only raises the bar for sustainability in the cruise sector, but also represents a positive strategic step as our first expedition cruise contract with full scope for Kongsberg Maritime.”