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the development and implementation of a number of innovative technological solutions and operational procedures contributing to reducing the environ- mental impact of the operation of their fleet that go beyond regulatory require- ments," Brende continued. "Japan and Norway are both active participants in the IMO where they both give high pri- ority to environmentally friendly and quality-based shipping," the Minster concludes. Founded in 1885, the Japanese compa- ny is one of the world's leading shipping companies. NYK Line (Nippon Yusen Kaisha) is awarded for their outstanding commitment to continuously improve their environment performance beyond what is required by rules and regula- tions. Bollinger Promotes St. Germain Bollinger Shipyards, Inc., has promoted Andrew St. Germain to the position of Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, according to Donald "Boysie" Bollinger, Chairman and CEO of the Lockport, La. headquartered shipbuild- ing and repair company. St. Germain joined Bollinger in 2003 as corporate controller. He holds a B.S. in Accounting from Louisiana State University, is a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Internal Auditor. His responsibilities include the com- pany's treasury, accounting, income tax, tax incentives, risk management, and legal functions. Schottel Mourns Gragen Death Uwe Gragen, Dipl.-Ing., sales and project manager for Schottel GmbH & Co., and responsible for worldwide sales of propulsion sys- tems for tugboats and ocean-going vessels, has died. Gragen passed away unexpect- edly on the evening of May 13, 2005 after returning home from work. He leaves behind a wife and three chil- dren. Born on August 21, 1943 in Königsberg, he undertook his appren- ticeship from 1960 to 1963 at the Stülcken shipyard in Hamburg, a city in which he was to remain to study naval architecture. From 1966 to 1971 he worked as project engineer at Orenstein & Koppel in Lübeck. Gragen had placed his considerable expertise as a naval architect at the dis- posal of Schottel since October 1, 1971, to start with in the former engi- neering offices, later in key positions in sales. With his product and market knowl- edge, he earned a reputation with cus- tomers as a thoroughly competent and dependable business partner. He served owners, shipyards and design bureaus with his able advice and assistance, and his practical ideas found their way into many product innovations. 74 Maritime Reporter & Engineering News Automated Fuel Valve Fire Proofing ABS Approved SOLAS Compliant Enables Operation Of MOV Enveloped In Fire Custom Manufactured Per Application User Friendly Removable/Reusable www.insulationsei.com • sei@insulationsei.com (800) 289-7341 General Thermodynamics Corporation P.O. Box 642, 65 Drinkwater Road Hampton Falls, NH 03844-0642 Tel: 603-772-9800 Fax: 603-772-7119 NAME COMPANY ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP A FUEL SAVER • Indicates cylinder load while adjusting fuel rack • Optimizes smooth engine operation by reducing vibration and undue crankshaft and bearing loads 300-ABMEP Balancer FOR DIESEL ECONOMY: ASSURE EVEN CYLINDER LOAD DISTRIBUTION A PRECISION INSTRUMENT • Attaches to standard indicator valve • Maintenance free • Simple to use Clip & mail for free technical information ? Circle 246 on Reader Service CardCircle 313 on Reader Service Card Circle 306 on Reader Service Card 7 U X H I R U H Q V L F D Q D O \ V L V R I Z K D W U H D O O \ F D X V H G W K H G H P L V H R I W K H 7 L W D Q L F W K H % U L W D Q Q L F D Q G W K H / X V L W D Q L D / L V W 3 U L F H 2JE EE , 6 % 1 E%NHNLLH%HJ% ; 3 X E O L V K H G E \ 7 K H 6 R F L H W \ R I 1 D Y D O $ U F K L W H F W V D Q G 0 D U L Q H ( Q J L Q H H U V 7 , 7 $ 1 , & 6 K L S V 7 , 7 $ 1 , & ' L V D V W H U V $ Q $ Q D O \ V L V R I ( D U O \ : K L W H 6 W D U D Q G & X Q D U G 6 X S H U O L Q H U V 2 5 ' ( 5 1 2 : E \ F D O O L Q J GEF%LNM%IMEE R U R Q R X U Z H E V L W H D W Z Z Z V Q D P H R U J Circle 261 on Reader Service Card MR JUNE 2005 #10 (73-80).qxd 6/3/2005 9:13 AM Page 2
