The use of solar panels has grown rapidly over the years. Unlike fossil fuels, the use of solar energy is environmentally friendly and a sustainable way to generate energy. Therefore, on June 7, 2010, Victron Energy introduces the BlueSolar Panels on the Dutch and international markets. ... read full story
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McMurdo Ltd launches the brand new McMurdo SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX
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McMurdo Ltd, a company of the Orolia Group (NYSE Alternext Paris –FR0010501015 – ALORO) today launches its brand new NAVTEX Receiver, the McMurdo SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX. ... read full story
Monitoring and efficiency applications for K-Chief Automation System launched by KONGSBERG
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Advanced vessel performance functionality supports Green Ship portfolio. Kongsberg Maritime will show three new monitoring and efficiency applications for its highly-regarded K-Chief automation system for the first time during Posidonia 2010. The 'Fuel Saver' applications have been developed as part of Kongsberg Maritime's commitment to the Green Ship concept, and through the provision of detailed data and advice based on multiple factors including current engine use, can be used to enhance vessel performance and reduce emissions. ... read full story
Da Gama & e3 Announce Partnership
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Da Gama Limited and e3 Systems continue their individual expansions within the yachting and commercial marine sectors, with the announcement of an exciting new partnership to bring a fresh approach to the provision of navigation services and management. ... read full story
Simrad Yachting launches the impressive new SonicHub™
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Simrad® Yachting, a leader in the design and manufacture of world-class marine navigation, auto steering, communications and fishfinding systems, has launched a revolutionary marine audio hub and docking station, the SonicHub™. SonicHub™ joins the comprehensive Simrad product family to further enhance Simrad vessel integration. ... read full story
Summer Offerings from Livewire Connections Ltd
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Livewire Connections Limited has unveiled its summer offerings. Summer is just around the corner, yachts are preparing for the season ahead, and attention now turns to budgets and how to get the most from them. Livewire Connections supports customers in the management of their budgets by helping them reduce their costs through visibility and control with their summer offerings 2010. ... read full story
Sauter Carbon Offset Design Introduces Superyacht Transcendence, the world’s first Zero Carbon Megayacht
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Sauter Carbon Offset Design has presented the new superyacht design called Transcendence, claiming to be the world’s first Zero Carbon Megayacht which has a very respectable top Speed of 25 knots. ... read full story
Interesting new Arcadia 85 SOLAR Yacht hits the superyacht charter market
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The Arcadia 85 Superyacht runs on a Hybrid propulsion system with an electrical motorization giving the yacht an 8 knot speed in total silence. The motor yacht's hull has been specifically designed to be easily driven so that the superyacht requires low powered motorization. She has Solar panels which enable a zero issuing batteries recharge for propulsion. Also the Arcadia SOLAR Yacht incorporates water discharge treatment in order not to pollute. ... read full story
Iridium NEXT Generation 72 satellite constellation Communications – $2.9 billion
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“We are excited to be Iridium’s lead supplier in the design and build-out of the Iridium NEXT constellation,” said Reynald Seznec, CEO of Thales Alenia Space. “With our satellite design, Iridium will have a flexible platform for the delivery of existing and new services. As the prime contractor for Iridium NEXT, Thales Alenia Space is the undisputed leader in the design and manufacture of commercial low-earth orbiting (LEO) satellite communications systems. We will be supported by a broad consortium of world-class technical partners with extensive expertise in supporting critical missions of this scale and nature, and we expect 40 percent of the work for Iridium NEXT to be subcontracted to North America companies.” ... read full story
The Strand Craft 122 Superyacht and Supercar
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STRAND CRAFT is preparing to launch the extravagant 122 Superyacht, a high performance streamlined 38 metre Open motor yacht, with an amazing Art Deco interior that can be greatly personalized. The superyacht's Interior includes four double and very large staterooms, heads, reception and salon areas and of course comfortable crew cabins. There are 52" LED TV´s and Bang Olufson sounds systems in all rooms. ... read full story