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Japanese Marine Technology ered several interesting ships dur- ing the year, one of which is the double-hulled VLCC Raven. The Raven, a 280,000-dwt supertanker for Mobil Shipping and Transportation, was built in the company's Oppama shipyard, and is the second double hull VLCC for Mobil. Mitsui Shipbuilding (MES), with major newbuilding operations at both its Tamano Works and Chiba Works, recently delivered the 169,963-dwt Cape Olive, which is featured on page 42. The ship fea- tures many of the latest in labor- saving, operational enhancing and safety devices. Mitsui, which develops and builds nearly any type of commer- cial ship, also has expertise in other related construction projects. Its consortium with Keppel Integrated Engineering Ltd. of Singapore recently received an order for 28 large overhead bridge cranes for container handling from the Port of Singapore Authority (PSA). The cranes will be installed at the new container terminal now under construction in the Pasir Panjang area of the Port of Singapore. The cranes feature a state-of-the-art operation control system which allows operation by remote control, and an electric anti-sway device to cope with rapid traversing acceleration. The units are reportedly the first overhead bridge cranes with such systems installed in the world. To further enhance efficiency, the PSA is plan- ning to use automated guided vehi- cles for transferring containers in the yard. The order is scheduled for completion and delivery by January 1999. The consortium between MES and Keppel had pre- viously received orders for 16 large overhead bridge cranes from PSA, together with incidental quay and foundation work contracts. Japan's Hitachi Zosen has won a contract from Norway's Tentech to build the hull of what will report- edly be the world's largest ever Floating Production Storage Offloading Terminal (FPSO). The vessel will have a crude oil pro- cessing capacity of 200,000 bpd, a crude storage capacity of 900,000 bbls, and a gas handling capacity of over 15 mcm/d. The unit will operate on Statoil's Asgard Field in the Norwegian sector of the North Sea. The consortium which won the contract from Statoil consists of ABB, Aker and Maritime Tentech. When the hull is complet- ed in Japan, it will be towed to Aker's yard at Stord, Norway, for completion prior to hook-up. Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) has two plants: the Kobe Works, where high-value-added vessels are developed and built; and the Sakaide Works, which is equipped with one of the world's largest and most automated facili- ties for building versatile, large- sized vessels. The company sees the demand for double-hulled VLCCs increas- ing in the coming years, and KHI has developed a new technology called "apple slot," which is designed to eliminate the need for the auxiliary ribs that are fitted to Circle 268 on Reader Service Card Tanker Jupiter, Bay City, Michigan Crane Barge BOS 400, Capetown, South Africa Freighter Nicol, Vera Cruz, Mexico GLOBAL RESPONSE TO ...Accidents at Sea ...Pollution Incidents ...Environmental Threat Underwriters and surveyors constantly rely on Titan's experienced personnel and technical expertise. So Can You! Increasingly, Governments around the world express their need for fas' response and quality results to preserve the fragile environment. It is critical then, that contingency planning include a salvor who can respond and produce results which meet these ___ — expectations. TITAN MARITIME INDUSTRIES, INC. P.O. Box 350465 Lauderdale DAMAGE STABILITY • FIREFIGHTING Florida 33335 LIGHTERING • SALVAGE _ Tel: 954-929-5200 Fax:954-929-0102 SAO PAULO ROTTERDAM The, 0RI SIMPLE by Blohm+Voss RANTON INDUSTRIES Split Version There's no substitute for Blohm+Voss quality, reliability, safety and experience. And there's no comparing the service, attention, expertise and value you get from STI along with the lowest possible prices on sterntube seals and seal spares! New York City Area TEL: (718) 460-1220 FAX: (718) 460-1464 Buffalo New York Office SIMPLEX-TURMAR INC. TEL: (716) 695-0142 FAX: (716) 695-0144 For more than twenty-five years Branton Industries has worked to build a distinguished reputation for quality products and exceptional customer service. Branton is proud be recognized as an industry leader in our commitment to noise abatement and fire protection systems. DISTRIBUTOR / FABRICATOR OF: INSULATIONS JOINER SYSTEMS Hull Board Sound Abatement Structural Fireproofing Thermal Exhaust Joiner Panels FRP Doors Wall Liners Ceilings Polyimide - Mineral Wool - Fiberglass Complies with XJSCG and Navy Specs P. O. Box 10536 New Orleans, LA 70181 (504) 733-7770 FAX (504) 734-7818 48 Circle 209 on Reader Service Card Circle 212 on Reader Service Card Maritime Reporter/Engineering News
