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The Game of Drones: Revolutionising Marine Conservation and Monitoring

Cleaner Seas May 21, 2023 0

Introduction In recent years, drones have taken flight and revolutionised various industries, including the realm of marine conservation and monitoring. By combining cutting-edge technology with a deep commitment to environmental preservation, drones offer an invaluable tool for scientists,

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Using remote sensing technology for the monitoring of ocean and coastal habitats

Cleaner Seas April 29, 2023 0

Our oceans are the lifeblood of our planet – but unfortunately, they’re also at great risk. Climate change-related shifts in temperatures can wreak havoc on local marine populations and lead to their extinction. Moreover, overfishing, oil spills along with plastic waste have all led many aquatic species towards near-extinction or endangerment status. One

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Acoustic Monitoring: An Innovative Approach to Studying Marine Life

Cleaner Seas April 25, 2023 0

The oceans of our planet have captivated human interest for centuries. Yet, despite our fascination, the depths of the ocean remain largely unexplored. However, recent technological advancements in the field of acoustic monitoring have opened up new avenues of research into the underwater world. Acoustic monitoring uses underwater sound to study marine animals, such as

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The role of oceanography and ocean physics in marine ecology

Cleaner Seas March 16, 2023 0

The ocean is a vast and mysterious world that covers over 70% of the Earth’s surface. It is home to countless species of marine life, from tiny plankton to massive whales, and its health and productivity are critical for sustaining life on our planet. Oceanography and ocean physics are essential sciences for understanding the complex […]

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Sikafloor Marine Ultra-Light Floating Floor

Cleaner Seas February 24, 2023 0

All ships have a significant environmental impact during construction, operation, and even when they are scrapped. Fortunately, new technology and modern approaches to building ship components have the potential to make them more sustainable, recyclable, lightweight, and less noisy for marine animals. Floating floor systems are an important innovation with solid potential

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NIPPON PAINT MARINE’S NEOGAURD HOLD PROTECTION REDUCES ROUTINE MAINTENANCE FOR STARNES

Cleaner Seas September 14, 2022 0

The Nippon Paint Marine NEOGUARD anti-corrosive coating applied to the cargo holds of the 40,000dwt bulker _Starnes_ has been a key factor in ship manager HJH Shipmanagement GmbH being able to extend cargo hold maintenance. _Starnes_, delivered from the Chengxi Shipyard in 2020, was delivered with a full range of Nippon Paint Marine protective coating […]

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SURVITEC’S SEAHAVEN RECEIVES LLOYD’S REGISTER TYPE APPROVAL CERTIFICATION

Cleaner Seas September 7, 2022 0

Survitec’s Seahaven, the world’s largest inflatable lifeboat, is now ready to be installed on cruise vessels, having received full type approval certification from classification society Lloyd’s Register. A Certificate of Type Approval was presented by Lloyd’s Register Chief Operations Officer Mark Darley to Mark Cotton, Survitec Sales Director,

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Orkney Harbour – BQUA Plus test kit evaluation for a local port authority ballast water policy

Cleaner Seas September 5, 2022 0

Case Study | Ballast water sample analysis: Comparing ATP to preserved sample analysis | July 2022 Overview Orkney Islands Council (OIC) approved and implemented a Ballast Water Management Policy in 2013 for Scapa Flow (Figure 1) following the International Maritime Organization Ballast Water Management Convention (IMO BWMC) D2 Standard. The OIC ballast water management

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Sikafloor Marine-595 – A New, Pioneering Marine Deck Covering Solution

Cleaner Seas September 5, 2022

We all love nice and sunny weather. However, if a boat’s deck is exposed to direct sun, it can become unpleasantly hot. A harsh environment doesn’t treat the deck too kindly. The sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays and humidity can cause the wood coating to fade and crack. Rain and salt can also bring about significant […]

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SURVITEC LAUNCHES INNOVATIVE CRUISE MES TECHNOLOGY FOR SMALL PASSENGER VESSELS

Cleaner Seas September 1, 2022 0

Survival Technology leader Survitec has launched a new Marine Evacuation System (MES) designed to the meet the emergency evacuation requirements of small to medium size passenger vessels. Targeted at vessels with passenger capacities ranging from 300 to 1,500 persons, such as ferries and expedition cruise ships, the new MES solution will be officially introduced to […]