No 3 - February 2004

This CEMT Bulletin brings you at regular intervals news, topics and developments related to the Confederation of European Maritime Technology Societies. The intention is to inform all members of the Member Societies, so pass it on to your own Journal or Magazine. If you have a relevant item from your Society, please send it to the Secretariat. ()

Next CEMT Conference

The theme of the Conference has been changed to a broader sense and it will be: “European Shipbuilding, Ship repair and Conversion Industry - The Future” It will be a two day conference at 2 and 3 November 2004 and the venue is the IMarEST building in London; maximum capacity 140 participants. The character of the Conference will be maritime technical with emphasis on the European Shipbuilding as knowledge industry on technical advanced ships. The ‘core theme’ may be LeaderSHIP 2015. The ’First Announcement’ and ‘Call for Papers’ will go out any moment. It is very important that the Council Members promote the Conference in their Societies.

It will be a two days conference with each four sessions, an ice-breaking party at 1 November and a possible dinner at the 2nd.

The “paper committee’ will consist of senior members of RINA and IMarEST.

There is confirmation of support from EU, European Community Shipowners’ Association (ECSA) and Committee of European Shipbuilders’Associations (CESA).

More on the website of IMarEST:

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IMO’s GloBallast programme wins Award

The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST) Queen’s Golden Jubilee Marine Environment Award has been won by the GEF/UNDP/IMO GloBallast Programme, an IMO project aimed at preventing the spread of unwanted alien organisms in ballast water.

All 3 finalists made a presentation to a judging panel at IMarEST’s London headquarters on the evening of Tuesday 1st October. The medal was presented by Mr Chris Hodge RAEng FIMarEST, Chairman of the Judges who said “We are delighted to present this prestigious award to the IMO GloBallast team and recognize their achievement in understanding the marine environment. I would also like to thank all 3 finalists for their presentations this evening”

The aimof the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Marine Environment Award is to recognise individuals or groups who have made significant contribution to the advancement of marine engineering, science and technology, maritime safety or pollution prevention of the marine environment.

IMarEST recognizes excellence through its series of awards for outstanding technical and professional achievements and contributions in marine engineering, science and technology disciplines. The papers short listed for the award are published in the Technical Proceedings of the IMarEST — The Journal of Marine Design and Operations Part B4

The three finalists were:

GloBallast Programme, Marine Environment Division, IMO, with:

“GEF/UNDP/IMO GlobalBallast Water Management Programme (GloBallast)”,

Introduced by Steve Raaymakers, Technical Adviser, Programme Co-ordination Unit.

The GloBallast implementation team, includes the Programme Co-ordination Unit in MED at IMO, and counterparts in the six GloBallast Pilot Countries (Brazil, China, India, Iran, South Africa and Ukraine).

Marine Environmental Partners Inc, with:

“Development of a ballast water processing system from laboratory to pilot aboard ship to a commercial system capable of managing the full ship’s ballast”.

Presented by Bud Leffler, Founder, President, Chief Executive Officer and Director.

School of Biosciences, University of Birmingham, with:

“The development of Foul Release coating for seagoing materials”.

Presented by Dr Bob Townsin, Consultant and Dr Maureen Callow, Senior Research Fellow,

The World Maritime Technology Conference and Exposition

The IMarEST has been formally announced as the official host for the next World Maritime Technology Conference and Exposition (WMTC). The prestigious event is to take place at the Queen Elizabeth Conference Centre during 6-10 March 2006.

The Institute was an official sponsor of the very first WMTC and Exposition, which recently took place in San Francisco, in the USA from 17-20 October, 2003 and is now scheduled to run every three years.

The event itself was a collaborative effort by The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME) in partnership with several professional maritime organisations, and was formed to address the important issue of international co-operation to maintain and indeed raise the standards within the industry.

The official aims of the WMTC were to:

  • Encourage interaction between international maritime societies to the benefit of all members;
  • Achieve a technical programme catering to a broad spectrum of the maritime industry;
  • Provide a global forum for discussion and exchange on issues related to the future of the global maritime industry;
  • To build upon the inter-relationships within the marine industry — for example, technical, operational and business — how they relate to each other and how they can assist each other;
  • Attract a technology community that represents the industry.

The last year’s event was a well attended affair, attracting more than 750 attendees, 150 exhibition stands, and a gamut of technical papers split into six streams over three days.

Principal areas of discussion centered around the critical role of societies in conveying industry needs; the recognition of professional qualifications between countries; the ongoing global marine research programme; and Society involvement at national and international government levels.

Unsurprisingly, the topics provided much response from the floor, and the discussion was closed by Secretary Ceneral for the International Maritime Organisation, William O’Neil, who was encouraged to hear the positive moves for closer co-operation between marine professional groups at an international level.

Following the success of this year’s event, the participating societies committed to an investigation into how societies can work together to disseminate technical information, provide technical support to international maritime causes and offer joint input into the IMO and other organisations. Furthermore, they will also seek to develop the idea of an International Confederation of Maritime Societies.

(From IMarEST News December 2003)

Meeting WMTC Steering Committee No.1,

CEMT was invited to attend the first WMTCSC in London, 19 January 2004 and was represented by mr. Peter Gee, who made the following remarks:

  • You will note that Russia and Australia willbe invited to join the Steering Committee. Please also note that Bill O'Neill, ex president of the IMO has expressed an interest in being involved as an 'advisor'.
  • As a result of the meeting you are invited to submit any additional comments that you consider relevant. Involvement by CEMT is important for its own objectives and will add international stature and credibility.
  • IMarEST is still working on a theme for the 2006 Conference and is open to any suggestions for its improvement. In the choice of key speakers the objective will be international.
  • With regard to choosing the venue for the 2009 Conference it is considered that this be broadly attractive and have an appropriate infrastructure. It is possible that the Committee would consider a venue outside Europe.
  • It has yet to be decided where the centre for WMTC will reside. Please note that SNAME has made an approach to register the trade mark 'World Maritime Technology Conference' in the USA. For the 2006 Conference this is the responsibility of IMarEST. It is suggested that each member be committed to registration in their home country or in our case in the EC.

Ship Knowledge - A Modern Encyclopedia

by K. van Dokkum

Bound hard back & front, 341 pages, format 32 x 22 cm.

Published in 2003 by Dokmar, The Netherlands. ISBN 90-806330-2-X

The book “Ship Knowledge - A Modern Encyclopedia” is basically the adapted and extended English language version of the very successful Dutch book “Scheepskennis” (published in 2001, author Klaas van Dokkum).

In a state-of-the-art lay-out the book’s 16 chapters lead the reader in great detail through the multitude of facts related to ships, ship building and shipping. The parts and systems together forming a modern ship from design drafts up to the finished construction including paint systems and legal aspects, are extensively dealt with. The incorporation of clear and to the point drawings, cross-section drawings, system diagrams and many full-colour pictures and, especially its use of a lucid no nonsense style of English, make the book eminently readable for everybody with an interest in shipping. In actual fact the book may be termed as easy reading; leisure material.

The title “Ship Knowledge - A Modern Encyclopaedia” well describes the contents of the book. Veritably this is a book that should be found on every true shipbuilder’s bookshelf and thus be close at hand for daily use whenever necessary. Questions that crop up like “What is a reefer ship?”, or “What was this thing called again? or “What type of systems do they have for that on board?” or “Which party is responsible for this, that or the other” can now be answered within a fraction of the time otherwise taken by asking colleagues, phoning out to “experts in the field” etc. Lots of colour pictures of ships (and offshore objects as well), drawings (GAP’s, ship construction etc.) and system schematics and such, each say more that a thousand words and “Ship Knowledge - A Modern Encyclopaedia” is full of such material and thereby produces a wealth of information for those willing to see and receive it. In short, this book may actually be classified as an unmistakable asset to anyone seriously involved in the maritime industry. Besides ship designers, shipbuilders, ship owners, ship’s crew, ship charters, ship’s sales, ship underwriters, ship financers, classification societies etc. this book should be found on the desk of those studying for professional qualifications within the maritime industry (and indeed others industries close to it). In this respect students attending merchant navy colleges, naval academies, shipbuilding and marine engineering graduate and post graduate courses may be certain that there studies will greatly benefit from a number of (easy reading) hours spend in this most interesting encyclopaedia. The book is so well set up with three columns per page and plenty of colourful illustrations that once you open the first page of this book, it reads almost by itself. You will find that the otherwise dreary chapters such as “Laws and Regulations” (consisting of 22 pages) is over before you realize it…and it was interesting too! This is what you call easy accessible material”. What’s actually in the book?

The book “Ship Knowledge - A Modern Encyclopaedia” consists of the following 16 chapters:

Chapter 1. Shipwise

Chapter 2. The Shape of a Ship

Chapter 3. Ship Types

Chapter 4. The Building of a Ship

Chapter 5. Forces on a Ship

Chapter 6. Laws and Regulations

Chapter 7. Construction of the Various Sections

Chapter 8. Closing Arrangements

Chapter 9. Loading Gear

Chapter 10. Anchor and Mooring Gear

Chapter 11. Engine Room

Chapter 12. Propulsion and Steering Gear

Chapter 13. Electrical Installations

Chapter 14. Maintenance and Docking

Chapter 15. Safety

Chapter 16. Stability

This book is now on sale for CEMT members only for a price of EURO 70.- including Post & Package (delivery within Europe) and may be ordered from the KNVTS in Rotterdam. This amount is payable to KNVTS, giro number 325478; please state your name and address clearly and the book will be sent to you within two weeks after receipt of payment.

Significant Ships of 2003

In February 2004, The Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA) will publish the fourteenth edition of its annual Significant Ships series. Produced in our usual technically-orientated style, Significant Ships of 2003 will present approximately 50 of the most innovative and important commercial designs delivered during the year by shipyards worldwide. Emphasis is placed on newbuildings over 100m in length, although some significant smaller cargo ships, fast ferries and offshore vessels have also been considered. We include a cross-section of ship types, with each vessel being either representative of its type or singularly significant. Each ship presentation will comprise a concise technical description, extensive tabular principal particulars including major equipment suppliers, detailed general arrangement plans and a colors ship photograph.

Newbuildings Nominated:

Queen Mary 2, Carmel Ecofresh, Norrona, Mastera, Pascal Paoli, Midnight Sun, Kyoto, Cosmo, White Rose, Visby, plus many more

In February 2004, The Royal Institution of Naval Architects will publish Significant Small Ships of 2003 following the success of the previous editions and the Lead set by Significant Ships, now in its fourteenth year of publication. A total of 25 new vessels will be selected for inclusion, each being singularly significant or the first in a series - and these will be divided into categories - fast ferries and passenger vessels, tugs and workboats, fishing, offshore patrol for example. This mixed but fascinating selection of small craft, all between 15m and 100m in length, will be hand-picked by the same editorial team that produces Ship & Boat International, RINA’s own leading small craft publication, and is backed by its world-renowned resources.

Newbuildings Nominated:

C-Leader, Cougar Enforcer, Lamma, Lady Caroline, Viking Energy, Filla, Grampian Surveyor, Red Jet 4, Ramon Llull, plus many more.

Maritime Industries Forum (MIF)

Communication Meeting MIF Steering Committee/Industry Association Presidents, 9 December 2003, Brussels.

Summary Notes

Joint Chairmen - Mr Sjef van Dooremalen & Mr Alfons Guinier (on behalf of Mr. Dunlop). Host - Mr Costas Andropoulos, Head of Unit, DG ENTR/ E-5

1. Introductory Remarks

Mr van Dooremalen:

  • Thanked the Commission for hosting the event and the participants for their attendance
  • Confirmed it is vital for maritime Industries to act at European level
  • Developments of national marine Clusters provides added value, as successfully demonstrated especially in Netherlands
  • However MIF still not yet as effective as it could be, with some momentum lost
  • Today’s meeting is an opportunity to reverse this
  • MIF of great value for the forthcoming period, with enlargement and the change of the Parliament and Commission
  • Noted attendance balance between EC/ Assocs/ Industry: as the MIF is Industry driven more actual industry people should participate
  • MIF joint chairmen invite Association Secretaries General to make this point to their presidents
  • The reduced response by industry might indicate the need for change in the MIF
  • Is there enough commitment from participants? Are there enough resources? Some changes might be suggested.

Mr Andropoulos:

  • Welcome on behalf of Commissioner Erkki Liikanen, who hopes to be able to call in on the meeting
  • Notes MIF may have lost some momentum but it certainly has a story of its own: becoming the unified voice of formerly fragmented industry; provides legislators a single contact
  • Structure has moved on - now Industry leads and the Commission participates
  • Marine Industry is in a changing era and must unite to face challenges: with new legislation for Maritime Transport; initiatives such as LeaderSHIP 2015; achievements in RTD field; State Aid guidelines for maritime transport and framework on support measures for shipbuilding adopted by the Commission.

Mr Guinier:

  • Appreciate support from the Commission and those actively participating in MIF
  • Apologies received from those expecting to attend: ESPO, EMF.

2.Review of MIF Development

Mr Clarke gave an overview of development and functioning of MIF, especially its reformat at Helsinki Plenary in 2000.

Mr Guinier:

  • Considers downward move of MIF not accurate view; visibility of Industry as cluster (PR) is one key MIF function
  • MIF has varied in impact but benefit of presence of Commissioners cannot be over-emphasized
  • Notes and welcomes cluster function increasing.

Dr Lueken:

  • Challenged meeting to review the MIF regarding its aims and objectives; depth to which it undertakes its own activities
  • Should MIF present a more striking PR image? Should MIF have instant view on key issues?
  • If MIF more ambitious then must change approach and commitment.

3. Progress Report of Ad Hoc Working Groups

Manufacturing related

Dr Lueken:

  • Maritime Inter-relations and Recycling groups concluded its work at Naples
  • Ship Financing activity undertaken within LeaderSHIP 2015
  • E-Business group not progressed since Naples; suggested ideas that required funding
  • R&D group prepared Technology Platform (ACMARE); the group has achieved broad consensus for a proposal to create ACMARE which is tabled at the meeting for endorsement.
  • A number of varied topics for the new Environment group are under discussion; EMEC has offered to coordinate the different topics, ESPO offered to chair an AHWG on FFH, while EurACS has offered to chair an AHWG on “eco incentives” (exact subject to be confirmed)
  • Summarised LeaderSHIP 2015 project and its 30 recommendations in 8 areas (paper provided) some of which could be further elaborated within context of MIF, eg Intellectual Property

Transport related

Mr Guiner:

  • Transport AHWGs follow Commission’s work programme
  • Short Sea Shipping interest continues: industry & focal points are active, best practice identified and shared
  • Customs procedures - guide developed/ DGs TREN & TAXUD to follow up
  • Security now gaining priority - EU following US 24hr rule - again important opportunity for maritime industries to speak with one voice at EP on subject, also on ISO issues;
  • Recent discussion on TENs and Intermodal - Caveat! - must not distort competition & existing services, eg Marco Polo norms should be adopted by TENs;
  • Safety & environment also topic (from Lisbon summit);
  • For the future - look at how to use cluster idea to promote/ improve public perception of industries in EU.

Human Resources related

Mr Orrell

  • Is a great supporter of the MIF - it has potential but losing focus in terms of issues and participation, especially at plenary
  • New image and impetus needed - main players in industry should want to take part
  • Reasons? At Helsinki, Georgette Lalis suggested MIF follow EC work programme - perhaps should mirror Economic/ Environment/ and Social pillars.
  • Need ideas - Economic Impact study was key and should be basis of MIF work - Marine industries contribute great value; MIF should progress study’s findings
  • Suggests MIF looks at revised structure of at least three Co-ordinators and have a unified management of AHWGs, along the lines of the EC pillars.
  • All HR AHWG activity is on website
  • Enlargement of EU - competitiveness/ safety/ social costs are real issues - but doesn’t inspire. Need better input from and consultation by EC - MIF is not giving info: eg Cyprus flag chapter signed off without reference to MIF
  • Safety - eg Prestige - good work by EC but nothing yet on human aspect; liability of masters is too easy a route; needs follow-up; places of refuge likewise; new convention delayed by EU - MS not eligible to sign!
  • Recruitment Training and Retention issue progressed; Career Path Map - supply & demand, obstacles to be identified; ECSA/ETF putting application in for Feb funding but needs manufacturing to join, in light of new shipbuilding Social Dialogue Committee.

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