Maritime Reporter, February 2001

<BODY> <div> Mum sc S hil 21 /W 1 • / ' - - & • - > .2 2 * The design firm of Tillberg Design, led by Robert, (pictured at top), and Tomas Tillberg, (pictured at bottom), will be taking QM2 from paper to reality. high speeds, despite its large size and strength is its specialized hull. This streamlined, speedboat-like hull was an expensive undertaking, but well worth the cost to Cunard, as it is longer, thin- ner, deeper and hydrodynamically smooth — providing the vessel with the utmost strength and speed. This innova- tive hull, which bears much similarity to QEII's, also requires thicker steel that weighs more than most. The vessel also boasts a sharp bow and a hybrid stern. This specialized stern, will literally round out the conventional square shaped stern for better hydrodynamic efficiency. Mixing the rounded with the square-shape stern was developed in response to the rough seas that QM2 may experience throughout its travels. The vessel's interior will boast cre- ations of the renowned firm of Tillberg Design. Best known for its innovations onboard both Crystal Harmony and Symphony, and current involvement on the two new U.S. Lines ships, the Till- bergs have architects from all three of their offices (U.K., Sweden and U.S.) involved in making QM2's classic British style a reality. Heading up the QM2 interior design team is Andrew Collier of Tillberg's London office, who reaffirmed his desire to re-create the designs from old ocean liners, such as the original Queen Mary. He was also inspired by French ocean liners, which are indicative of many of his designs. Collier, along with Fredrik Johansson of Tillberg's Sweden office, discussed with MR/EN the many challenges and ideas that went into the development of QM2's character. Collier cites that the QM2 project is similar to the concept of the new Volk- swagen Beetle or new Jaguar in that its focus is to blend a classic design with modern technology. In visualizing his concept for QM2's confines, Collier cites Carnival Corp.'s Payne as an inspi- ration. Not only the lead naval architect on the project — Payne also happens to be a great fan of historical ocean liners. This, coupled with Payne's optimal placement of various rooms on the ves- sel, allowed Collier and the Tillberg team to experiment with a wide variety of ideas. For instance, Collier cites that since the ship's dining room was placed in an area where a minimal amount of movement is felt, he was able to add a solid column structure without worrying that it would come apart. While some may compare the vessel's Contractors • Manufacturers • Engineers • Quality Interiors " Turnkey Deck Houses & Crew Modules • Steel Fabrication and Erection • H VAC • Electrical • Mechanical/Piping • Joiner Materials Quality • Integrity • Reliability Providing Marine Interiors Since 1962 JAMESTOWN E IX • S 11 S El S3 Contractors • Manufacturers • Engineers Jamestown Metal Marine Sales, Inc. 4710 N.W. 2nd Avenue, Suite 400, Boca Raton, Florida 33431 Ph: (561) 994-3900 • Fax: (561) 994-3969 www.jamestownmetal.com O • Dining Room Furnishings • Lounge & Bar Furnishings • Work Spaces • Laundry Equipment • Storeroom Shelving & Equipment • Laboratory Outfitting • Workshop Equipment • Circle 239 on Reader Service Card ...... •«'^tiijm linn f^""""itfi/tnif jinnr iiiHI mm mm m A RoxSystem module can variety of cable and pipe d ai the MultiDiameter sheets away from its Safety and retTabiliMH _ are in the de e adjusted to fit a imeters thanks to simply by peeling With creativity and an eye for design, RoxSystem® provides customers with complete sealing solutions that enhance quality, safety and flexibility in living and working environments. RoxSystem's cable and pipe penetration seals with MultiDiameter technology, have set the industry standard worldwide. It truly is the sum of all the individual parts that determines how safe and reliable a vessel is. This is why many of the world's leading shipbuilders and operators have chosen to install RoxSystem® cable and pipe penetra- tion seals on board their passenger vessels, tankers and ferries. Hazards from fire, water pressure, explosions, gas pressure, electrical disturbance and vibrations can threaten safety. RoxSystem helps to protect seafaring vessels from all of these threats and to maintain the integrity of decks and bulkheads. Roxtec International AB Box 540 S-371 23 Karlskrona, Sweden phone +46-455 366700 • fax +46-455 82012 info@roxsystem.com • www.roxsystem.com D) ROXSYSTEM Penetration seals with MultiDiameter technology February, 2001 Circle 265 on Reader Service Card 39 </div> <span id="lblContents"></span> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.digitalwavepublishing.com/" title="Digital Magazine">Digital Wave Publishing</a> </BODY>