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"Combining better prices with client service quality continues be our strategy," said Marc ;wman, vice president of busi- ss development for IDB Mobile, or example, the cost of sending a pical 10-page message through the )B Mobile Inmarsat service via lex is about $262, via fax about 17; but via IDB Mail, less than .2." For more information, Circle 40 on Reader Service Card purs Line & Net Cutter To mit Pollution, Damage Used by more than 40,000 com- lercial, Navy and pleasure boats, le Spurs Line & Net Cutter is now vailable for the world's largest ceangoing vessels, announced purs Marine Mfg., Inc.'s president >onald Govan. Oil tankers, cruise ships, con- ainer ships and all large vessels lay now protect their shaft seals .nd running gear and avoid costly lown time with the use of Spurs' >ropeller anti-fouling device. The VBS-approved Spurs hardened itainless steel cutters work in both orward and reverse to sever lines jefore fouling and damage can oc- iur. As lines are grabbed by the propeller blades, they are wound to the propeller hub where the prop- mounted rotating cutter blades bring line to the waiting stationary cutter blades. For more information, Circle 41 on Reader Service Card Waterproof SSB Receives DOC Approval SGC, Inc. announced type certifi- cation of the model SG-715 water- proof portable HF single sideband (SSB) transceiver. The Canadian DOC-type certification is of interest to many classes of HF radio users including general aviation and heli- copter operators, the timber indus- try, petrochemical firms, expedition outfitters and operators, fishing com- panies and geophysical surveyors. The radio is available with a wide assortment of options including waterproof handsets and a large number of portable and tactical an- tennas. For more information, Circle 52 on Reader Service Card Color Radar Packed With Advanced Features Advanced operating features make SIMRAD/Anritsu's 15-inch color radar accurate and easy-to- use, with target detection up to 120 nautical miles. The 713 Series radars feature SIMRAD/Anritsu's exclusive Ad- vanced Visual Sensitivity (AVS). This newly-developed technology enables processor circuits to take in August, 1993 target echoes and discriminate them from ambient noise. Another exclu- sive feature, Auto STC, reduces com- plex and constant target adjust- ments by automatically suppress- ing clutter. For vessel safety, Echo Track shows direction of travel and relative speed of approaching ships by tracking wake patterns. For more information, Circle 49 on Reader Service Card Alden Introduces NAVTEX AE-900 Receiver Alden Electronics, Inc. an- nounced the introduction of its new NAVTEX AE-900 Receiver, which automatically receives all meteoro- logical warnings, navigational no- tices and search and rescue mes- sages required as part of the world- wide Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). The AE- 900 stores up to 30 such messages over a 68 hour period, and the mes- sages may be received as far away as 400 miles offshore. The unit uses a high-speed, silent thermal recording printhead to pro- duce easy-to-read radio telex mes- sages. An audible and visual alarm is built in to alert users to incoming search and rescue messages. For more information, Circle 42 on Reader Service Card Hydraulically Powered Outboard Propulsion Units, Efficient, Reliable and Easily Maintained With Unbeatable Performance. 35 HP Thru 1000 HP • Cost Effective • Infinite Maneuverability • Easy Installation • Portable Self-Contained System Thpustmaster of Texas P.O. Box 840189 • Houston, Texas 77284-0189 Phone:713-937-6295 • FAX 713-937-7962 PUBLIC NOTICE FOR SALE BSA-93-EQ-06 A SECOND-HAND NON-PROPELLED BARGE Hydro-Quebec offers for sale through a request for proposals a barge named "McAllister 252", which measures 72 meters long (252') by 23 meters large (76'). The barge is berthed at wharf No. 56N in Montreal harbor and can be visited at all times with a 24 hours notice addressed to: Andre Tetreault (514) 840-4550 or Fax number (514) 840-4944. The tender documents together with the technical specifications can be obtained free of charge by dialing: (514) 840-5020 or by Fax at (514) 840-4944, or by presenting oneself at the following address: 6th Floor Atriums' Reception Desk 870 De Maisonneuve Blvd. East Montreal (Quebec) Canada H2L4Y7 The latest date for which the proposals will be accepted is September 1st, 1993, 14h00, local time. A bid guarantee of fifty thousand Canadian dollars (50 000 $) or (40 000 $ US) must be included with the bid. All requests for information should be addressed to: Andre Tetreault, Tel. : (514) 840-4550 Fax: (514) 840-4944 Le chef de service (par interim) Achats et Contrats Robert Chabot The Newest Gaming Vessel Design From Gilbert Circle 275 on Reader Service Card a > iydro-Quebec Steiner Shipyard (205)824-4143 Pictured above: Latest Gaming Vessel delivery from Steiner Shipyards... Designed by John W. Gilbert & Associates For over 25 years... John W. Gilbert & Associates have been known for excellence and innovation in design of all types of Riverboats and Coastal Vessels. John W. Gilbert & Associates also de- signed the "EmeraldLady"... the twin sister of the "Diamond Lady" (renamed the "Isle of Capri") operating in Mississippi. JOHN W. GILBERT & ASOCIATES, INC Naval Architects & Marine Engineers for over 25 years 66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110 (617) 523-8370 (617) 523-2178 fax Circle 280 on Reader Service Card Circle 284 on Reader Service Card 47
