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New Corporate Brochure Now Available From PBR Offshore Marine PBR Offshore Marine Corpora- tion of Morgan City, La., has re- cently published a new 12-page, corporate capability brochure. In- cluded in the full-color publication are PBR's history; current scope of operations, including domestic and international bases and service lo- cations; support facilities; and new construction activity. PBR is a major marine transpor- tation company serving the inter- national offshore petroleum indus- try. The company operates more than 120 vessels and employs more than 800 people. For a free copy of the new PBR brochure, Circle 46 on Reader Service Card Wynholds Company Will Provide Computer Systems For Maersk Line Ships The Hans W. Wynholds Com- pany (HWW) of Cupertino, Calif., recently signed its third major maritime contract—a multi-year project with Maersk Line, Ltd. of New York—to provide computer hardware, software, documenta- tion, training, and support for both shipboard and shoreside applica- tions. The hardware will be the HP250 super-micro computers manufactured by Hewlett-Packard. The five systems include three identical shipboard computer sys- tems for the administration of crew payroll/overtime and for spare parts inventory control. The Maersk ships will be at sea for extended periods of time; contact between the shipboard and New York office computers will be maintained by satellite communication. A spe- cially designed electronic mail ca- pability will automate the com- puter linkup and minimize the data transmission expenses. One home office system will handle corporate accounting and vessel/voyage accounting, provid- ing special management reports broken down by ship, voyage, agent, and account number. All of the computers will have word pro- cessing and electronic spreadsheet capability. HWW computerized the three new c-9 containerships for Ameri- can President Lines, and also pro- vides hardware, software, and sup- port services to Pacific-Gulf Marine of New Orleans. For further information on HWW and its operations, Circle 45 on Reader Service Card Parkway Adds Improved Features To Its Ocean Jacket Buoyancy System Parkway Systems recently in- troduced several new features in its total buoyancy compensator (BC) system, the Ocean Jacket, providing divers with maximum comfort and performance. The inflator hose and O/P valve have been moved to the top of the shoulder for better access. Inflator and quick-dump valve controls re- main closely grouped for one-hand operation. The shoulders have a new contour shape for comfort and mobility, and a new Fastex* buckle has been added to the chest strap for easy snap-on. The system provides 44 pounds of lift. Like all Parkway BCs, the Ocean Jacket can be inflated orally or with C02 detonator, and includes the Softouch® power inflator. The oral inflation hose now incorpo- rates the QD valve for extra con- venience. The Ocean Jacket has Parkway's specially designed, 15-mil polyurethane zip-out blad- der to balance air and distribute buoyancy. The jacket is made of rugged 430-denier nylon with reinforced seams. Other features include Vel- cro-fastened tabs to hold regula- tor, octopus, and gauge hoses out of the way, and self-draining pock- ets. Color is blue with silver trim. For more information on this and other Parkway equipment. Circle 15 on Reader Service Card IF YOU ARE IN NEED OF: • Deck Coverings • Weight Reduction Ask us about Selbaflor FR • Marine Type Electrical Grade Sheet Rubber Call 800-523-0129 ASNE Show Booth 54 SELBY Has The Answer. To Your Needs X - -v ^^^fer^Sk^ ^ Marine Products Since 1925 SELBY H Selby, Battersby & Co. 5220 Whitby Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19143 (215) 474-4790 A Wholly Owned Subsidiary of BATTERSBYn Quaker Chemical Corporation KAMEWA Water Jet. A proven propulsion system. Today 45 units are in operation or on order • within a power range of 350—10,000 kW • offering design speeds of 15—50 knots • for displacements of up to 240 tonnes • installed in monohulls and catamarans The first commercial installation has now more than 8,000 troublefree running hours. All together, we have gained operating experience from over 30,000 accumulated running hours. KANEWA j: THE AXEL JOHNSON GROLT P.O. Box 1010 S-68101 KRISTINEHAMN Sweden Phone int. +46 550 84000 Telex 66050 Representative in your country: KAMEWA, 1800 West Loop South, Suite 1620, t k HOUSTON TX 77027 / Phone (713)623-2069 Telex 762-946. 32 Circle 138 on Reader Service Card Circle 139 on Reader Service Card Maritime Reporter/Engineering News