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Technical Presentation – Exploring the Big Blue with Remotely Operated Vehicles
C.I.MAR.E. VANCOUVER ISLAND BRANCH INVITES YOU TO JOIN THEM FOR AN INFORMATIVE WEBINAR
DATE: Thursday, June 16th, 2022
TIME: 19:00 Pacific (22:00 Eastern; 23:00 Atlantic, 23:30 NFLD)
Exploring the Big Blue with Remotely Operated Vehicles
Abstract:
The presenter, Lauren Hudson is an educator now working for Ocean Networks Canada (Canada’s premier oceanic data-gathering network off the coast of BC).
Her presentation will cover various aspects from a scientific and practical perspective. With her background in creating educational opportunities should make this evening’s presentation an interesting one.
Technical Presentation: Adapting to New Technology Insertion and Design Changes Through the Use of a Novel Design-Management Simulator
C.I.MAR.E. ATLATNIC BRANCH INVITES YOU TO JOIN THEM FOR AN INFORMATIVE WEBINAR
DATE: THURSDAY, April 21st, 2022
TIME: 12:15 Atlantic (8:15 Pacific, 11:15 Eastern, 12:45 NFLD)
Adapting to New Technology Insertion and Design Changes Through the Use of a Novel Design-Management Simulator
Abstract:
Many defence projects have incurred significant cost overruns and delays, with the causes attributed to program pressure, changing requirements, immature technology, under-estimation of risks, and the lack of organizational integration. Traditional practices and measures are unable to predict the impact of new technology and design changes. Moreover, there is not a practical approach or tool to help integrate multiple disciplines so as to better understand system and program complexity and the impact of changes. Understanding risks, potential changes and technologies through knowledge gain early in the design can help reduce costs and schedule delays. Furthermore, the use of set-based design and engineering principles can provide for a robust design that can better accommodate changes. Along with these principles, systems thinking, system dynamics, techno-socio-economic and cultural factors are considered in development of a novel design-management simulator. This simulator is presented through application of a case study on an advanced marine integrated power system. The simulator provides an integrated ‘big picture’ perspective not possible with the use of separate engineering and management models.
Speaker:
Ray Jonkers, PhD, PEng, PMP
During the past 17 years, Ray has held engineering positions in industry as a Program Performance Manager, Operations Manager, Transformation Manager, Central Engineering Manager and currently serves as a Consultant at Merlantec Management and Engineering Inc.
Prior to this, Ray completed 22 years with the Royal Canadian Navy as a Marine Systems Engineer, where he assumed management roles in maintenance, operations, project management, quality assurance, and test and trials.
Ray has a PhD in Systems Engineering, a Masters in Mechanical Engineering, and a MBA. Ray resides in Milford Station Nova Scotia with his wife, daughter, son and beloved Lab.
RSVP: dehughes09@gmail.com
Technical Presentation: Decarbonizing Marine Shipping Clean Fuels for a Greener Future
C.I.MAR.E. ATLATNIC BRANCH INVITES YOU TO JOIN THEM FOR AN INFORMATIVE WEBINAR
DATE: THURSDAY, March 17th, 2022
TIME: 12:15 Atlantic (8:15 Pacific, 11:15 Eastern, 12:45 NFLD)
Decarbonizing Marine Shipping Clean Fuels for a Greener
Summary:
Bud Streeter will present some of the findings from Clear Seas Centre’s ongoing research on reducing GHGs from marine fuels.
Abstract:
Replacing the current fossil fuels used in ships with cleaner alternatives could provide solutions to the challenge of decarbonizing marine shipping. Ship fuels manufactured using renewable electricity and made purely from water and the gases found in the atmosphere, are being proposed. These include Hydrogen, Ammonia, Methanol and Methane. Clear Seas’ ongoing research on reducing GHGs from marine fuels provides some valuable insights.
Speaker:
Bud Streeter,
Bud Streeter has spent over 50 years in the marine business. He is a graduate of the Canadian Coast Guard College and holds a First Class Engineering Certificate of Competency. He has served as an Instructor at the Canadian Coast Guard College, a Marine Inspector, Examiner and Manager with Marine Safety and as a Technical Director and Executive Officer with Marine Atlantic. He served as Director General Marine Safety during which time he was the head of Delegation to many IMO meetings. His most recent fulltime employment was with Lloyd’s Register where he held executive positions in the Americas. He retired from full time employment at the end of 2017.
He has served as a Board Member for Meridian Shipping Limited and for many Lloyd’s Register entities. He was appointed to the Canadian Advisory Council on National Security and served as a marine security advisor between 2005 and 2009.
Bud is a member of the board and Past Chair of the Clear Seas Centre for Responsible Marine Shipping, an independent research centre that promotes safe and sustainable marine shipping in Canada. He also serves as the Honorary President of the Canadian Institute of Marine Engineering (CIMarE). He is a recipient of the CIMarE’s Medal of Excellence.
RSVP Admin@cimare.ca
Technical Presentation Duel Fuel Technologies for 2 Stroke MAN B&W Engines
C.I.MAR.E. ST. LAWRENCE BRANCH INVITES YOU TO JOIN THEM FOR AN INFORMATIVE WEBINAR
DATE: TUESDAY, MARCH 8th, 2022
TIME: 12:00 Eastern (9:00 Pacific, 13:00 Atlantic, 13:30 NFLD)
Technical Presentation by MAN Energy Solutions – Duel Fuel Technologies
Abstract:
This presentation will cover the state-of-the-art technology in the design of Dual fuel MAN B&W 2 stroke engines. Special attention to the Methanol engine and the ongoing development of an Ammonia burning engine.
Today MAN B&W engines can operate on different fuels that are considered to be future fuels for the Marine Industry. A diesel technology based on the IC diesel engine principle makes it possible to keep the same high efficiency, up to 55%, and the same high power output.
The two stroke engines are the most used prime mover in ocean going ships today. In 2021, 30% of the contracted output from 2 stroke engines for ships were by Dual Fuel. The MAN B&W engines have a power range from 3 to 83 MW per engine and are based on a modular concept which makes it possible to retrofit the ME-C engine to operate with LNG, Methanol, LPG, Ethane and in near future Ammonia.
The different fuels mentioned have different characteristics which provide different challenges in the design process. The fuel injection components are dependent on the right choice of the materials and tailor made elastomers. For fuels without lubricating ability, such as Methanol, a special design of the fuel injection booster pumps and injection valves has been invented.
A complicated part of the design is to find the right injection pressure to the engine and into the combustion chambers. The fuel gas supply system is therefore optimized individually. Pressure and amount of the dual fuel to be delivered to the engine is based on the fuel specifics.
The engines still have to comply with IMO Annex Tier II and III and we also need to ensure that other harmful emissions in the exhaust gas are under control. The Ammonia engine has to be NOx compliant and the amount of Ammonia slip has to be minimized down to an insignificant level. Testing of this engine will begin this year.
Furthermore, N2O levels need to be 0 ppm as they are very harmful to the GHG. “Regulation for maximum level is not in place yet.”
In this presentation, we would like to introduce our different dual fuel technologies and the consideration of the safety / HAZID / HAZOP, reliability and availability that underlies the engine design.
Speaker:
Kjeld Aabo, MAN Energy Solutions
Director, New Technologies Sales and Promotion Two-stroke Marine
Kjeld Aabo holds a degree in mechanical engineering and a special diploma in marketing.
He joined MAN Diesel in the Stationary Installation Department in 1983. In 1992, he was appointed section manager in the Marine Installation Department and in 1994 he was appointed manager of the Marine Installation Department. In 2002, Kjeld Aabo took over the Engineering Services Department and was appointed Senior Manager. In 2005, he took over the Research Centre Department.
From November 2006, Kjeld Aabo was director of the department for Promotion & Customer Support and from March 2009 head of the Two-stroke Promotion department at the head office for two-stroke engines in Copenhagen, Denmark.
From 2011 to 2014, Kjeld Aabo took over a position in Brazil as head of MAN Marine and Offshore division.
After returning to Denmark in 2014 Kjeld Aabo is Director of new technologies in the Promotion and Sales department for two-stroke engines and GenSet engines.
Kjeld Aabo is Chairman of the CIMAC Heavy Fuel Working Group (WG), and member of the ISO 8217 Heavy Fuel Oil Working Group.
Technical Presentation: An Overseas Perspective
C.I.MAR.E. VANCOUVER ISLAND BRANCH INVITES YOU TO JOIN THEM FOR AN INFORMATIVE WEBINAR
DATE: Thursday, November 18th, 2021
TIME: 19:00 Pacific (22:00 Eastern; 23:00 Atlantic, 23:30 NFLD)
An Overseas Perspective
Abstract:
Daniel Sanchez, a graduate marine engineer form the Technical University of Madrid will give a presentation on the kind of refit/repair/modification which an Offshore Supply Vessel (or it’s cousins in the oil & gas fleet) go through when being put back into service after a lengthy layup (warm or cold).
He oversaw a number of such mechanical and structural projects while working at a repair yard in the Canary Islands prior to coming to Canada.
As the shipping world urgently reactivates itself across almost all trading routes, this type of knowledge becomes more and more important.
Log into the Members Only Section to access the GoTo Meeting Link or email Bill Wallace at eastwindmarine@gmail.com
Technical Presentation: Investigating an Occurrence on a Vessel
C.I.MAR.E. ATLATNIC BRANCH INVITES YOU TO JOIN THEM FOR AN INFORMATIVE WEBINAR
DATE: THURSDAY, November 18th, 2021
TIME: 12:15 Atlantic (8:15 Pacific, 11:15 Eastern, 12:45 NFLD)
Investigating an Occurrence on a Vessel
Summary:
At some time in our sea going or shore side careers we are going to encounter a situation where damage is sustained to a Vessel, its equipment or it’s crew. How do we document and report the findings of the Investigation so that lessons can be learned.
Abstract:
The primary reason for an investigation is to identify the causes(s) of an occurrence so as to initiate action(s) to prevent similar occurrences.
This is achieved by determining what happened, how and why it happened so that modifications can be made to procedures or equipment that will improve the safety of the Vessel operations.
Accurate and thorough reporting of all occurrences is required to enable lessons to be learnt which may prevent future occurrences.
How to document the occurrence, how to interview witnesses, how to prepare a report are all things that we shall look at in this presentation.
Speaker:
John Attersley ,
John Attersley is a member of the Atlantic Branch of the Institute. John is a graduate of the Canadian Coast Guard College and began his seagoing carreer with the Canadian Coast Guard serving on both West and the East Coast as an Engineering Officer from Junior to Chief Engineer. He moved to The Transportation Safety Board of Canada as a Marine Casualty Investigator and then to Hayes Stuart Atlantic as a Surveyor before forming his own Survey Company. Survey work, project work, Underwriters work, consulting and acting as Owners representative have seen him work world wide on many and varied projects.
Historical Events
Technical Presentations: Overview of HALIFAX Class Frigate Diesel-Electric Generators Replacement Project
C.I.MAR.E. ST. LAWRENCE BRANCH INVITES YOU TO JOIN THEM FOR AN INFORMATIVE WEBINAR
DATE: TUESDAY, November 10th
TIME: 13:30 pm EST (10:30 am PACIFIC, 14:30 pm ATLANTIC, 15:00 pm NFLD)
Overview of HALIFAX Class Frigate Diesel-Electric Generators Replacement Project
The paper will primarily focus on Navy’s technical requirements and technologies utilized to meet the demands for vibration and shock isolation, as well as an overview of the shock trial process.
Presenters
Michael Janes, Technical Project Manager, Commercial Engine Division
Toromont Inc. Nova Scotia
Mr. Janes is in-charge of directing the Engineering Group towards a technical solution of the HALIFAX Class DG Replacement Project. He has 23 years experience in the marine field and has been with Toromont for 15 years.
Technical Presentation by CLEAR SEAS
Date: Thursday, October 15, 2020
Time: 1900 Pacific Time, with the presentation starting at 1930
Presenter: Bud Streeter, Chairman
CLEAR SEAS provides impartial information on marine shipping in Canada to policy makers and the public.
Their mandate is to initiate and interpret research, analyzer policies, identify best practices, share information, and facilitate dialogue.
Their research focuses on the human, environmental, and economic impacts of marine shipping; topics such as safe bulk material handling, impacts of oil and liquid natural gas shipping activities, spill prevention, impacts on Indigenous communities, and other similar topics.
Bud Streeter is well known in the marine community across Canada. Canadian Coast Guard service, Instructor at the CCG College,
TCMS Director General of Marine Safety, Lloyd’s Register’s VP North America, and other positions.
He is a well-grounded and engaging presenter.
The meeting will use CIMarE’s GoToMeeting software as its platform
Log into the Members Only Section of the Website to get the Go To Meeting Link
Marine Industry Supply Chains of Canadian Shipyards
You are invited to register for a special presentation on the Marine Industry Supply Chains o Canadian Shipyards in the Era of the National Shipbuilding Strategy
Wednesday Oct 14, 2020
Time: 1 pm Ottawa time EST (2:30 pm St John’s, 2 pm Halifax, noon Winnipeg, 11 am Calgary, 10 am Victoria),
Marine Industry Supply Chains of Canadian Shipyards in the Era of the National Shipbuilding Strategy
The Canadian Marine Industries and Shipbuilding Association in collaboration with the Royal United Services Institute of Nova Scotia extends an invitation to members of the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers to hear video-conference presentations Wednesday, 14 October, titled “Marine Industry Supply Chains of Canadian Shipyards in the Era of the National Shipbuilding Strategy.”
The esteemed presenters are:
Steven Christianson, Vice President Supply Chain Management, Seaspan Shipyards (https://www.seaspan.com/corporate-team/steven-christiansen);
Lindsey Kettel, Executive Vice President, Chantier Davie Canada (https://www.davie.ca/management/2768/);
Philippe Flébus, Director Procurement & Infrastructure, Ocean Group (https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippeflebus/);
Canadian Shipyards have a significant impact for the national and local economies through their supply chains. These three experts share their views on:
- The economic impact of their projects;
- Canadian aspects of their supply chain — size, geographic distribution and number of companies;
- How other companies might get involved in current or future projects; and
- How Canadians yards could position themselves for future national and international opportunities, and how supply chains and governments might assist.
The event will start at 1 pm Ottawa time EST (2:30 pm St John’s, 2 pm Halifax, noon Winnipeg, 11 am Calgary, 10 am Victoria), Wednesday, 14 October, then be followed by Q&A and finish by 3 pm Ottawa time.
Registration is required. There is no fee to attend this event. To register, email RUSINovaScotia@gmail.com by close of business Sunday, 11 October. As the subject line for your registration email, put “CMISA 14 October 2020 Registration”. In addition to your name please also provide your company or organization.
The event will be by Zoom. Instructions will be emailed to registrants by end Monday, 12 October.
CMISA/RUSI(NS) events may be cancelled at short notice. Email RUSINovaScotia@gmail.com if there is a question about an event occurring.
Technical Presentation – Team Arctic Finland
C.I.MAR.E. ST. LAWRENCE BRANCH INVITES TO JOIN THEM FOR AN INFORMATIVE WEBINAR
DATE: TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13TH
TIME: 10:30 am EST (6:30 am PACIFIC, 11:30 am ATLANTIC, 12:00 pm NFLD)
Team Arctic Finland – Integrated, optimized and innovative solutions,
Finland with its frozen seas has more than a century of experiences in ice operations and in recent decades has made major steps in related technologies. Team Arctic Finland is a consortium of 10 companies and organizations with strong competence, leading products and services, and credible references in harsh environments. The expertise of Team Arctic Finland lies in energy, mining, marine, shipping and infrastructure segments. In the maritime and offshore sectors the consortium provides expertise in vessel design and shipbuilding, automation solutions and logistics support services, which will be presented.
Reliable operations in the Arctic by Steerprop, Mr. Hannu Jukola, Propulsion specialist and Sales Manager at Steerprop, Steerprop
Tools to increase reliability and safety in arctic operations: Precise solutions based on experience and expertise ensures reliability in the most demanding applications and environments. Predictive maintenance provides preventability and safety in the remote operating areas.
Solutions for low emission and carbon neutral shipping, Mr. Mark Keneford, General Manager, Marine Solutions Sales, Wärtsilä
The energy sources at hand including alternative fuels and fuel flexibility are as important elements on the road to de-carbonisation as data and new technologies. Fuel flexibility, enabled by the combustion engine, is more important now than ever, de-risking today’s investment decisions. We need to invest in future fuels where applicable (and complementary energy sources). With existing products, solutions and infrastructure at hand we can reach the 2030 if we act now – for 2050 targets there must be further development done. LNG is the best route to de-carbonisation, transitioning from fossil LNG to bio- and synthetic LNG.
Presenters
Mikko Niini, Senior Advisor / Team Arctic Finland (Gaia Consulting)
Chairman of Navidom Oy tanker shipping company. Chairman of Rauma Marine Constructions Oy (Rauma shipyard), Chairman of Finnish Maritime Association. He is today also member of the boards of dry bulk shipping company ESL Shipping Oy, Finnish Sail Training Association and Managing Director of his own Arctic & Maritime
Consultancy Vientistrategit Oy. He currently acts as chair for Arctic Economic Council’s Working Group on Maritime Transports. He is member of SNAME, RINA and STG.
Contact: mikko.niini@kolumbus.fi, Mobile +358 400 322 747
Hannu Jukola, Propulsion specialist and Senior Sales Manager at Steerprop
Since graduating as Naval Architect in 1990 from Helsinki University of Technology, where I majored in Ship Design and Hydrodynamics, I have been working with propulsion aspects, specializing in propeller design. Nowadays I have the pleasure of splitting my attention between sales activities and discussions over propulsion aspects with other Naval Architects. It is especially intriguing to be able to follow a ship project starting from the first marketing contact followed by sales negotiations to model tests, propeller design and finally sea trials.
Contact: hannu.jukola@steerprop.com, Mobile +358 40 838 8643
Mark Keneford, General Manager, Marine Solutions Sales Canada / Wärtsilä
Mark Keneford has been with Wartsila for 10 years. Mark is responsible for Wartsila Marine Solutions sales across Canada and works with shipowners, design companies, shipyards and various regulatory and other marine stakeholders in addressing solutions to meet their challenges.
Contact: mark.keneford@wartsila.com, Mobile +1 514 247 5940
INEC 15th International Naval Engineering Conference
15th International Naval Engineering Conference incorporating the International Ship Control Systems Symposium: Disrupting Technologies
In light of the ongoing uncertainty surrounding organised events and international travel in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the IMarEST and the INEC/iSCSS Technical Advisory Committee have taken the decision to continue with the INEC / iSCSS 2020 conference in a virtual online format.
Date And Time
Mon, 5 Oct 2020, 04:00 –
Fri, 9 Oct 2020, 13:00 ADT
International Naval Engineering Conference and Exhibition (INEC)
INEC aims to address issues facing existing, upcoming and future naval projects such as the challenges of evolving threats, growing environmental concerns, availability of skilled personnel, fiscal constraints and game-changing technologies.
The event aims to stimulate researchers, engineers, seafarers and students to present their perspectives on inspiring innovation across the naval and wider maritime domain as well as those sectors which could influence future advances and benefit the maritime industry.
Great Lakes Annual Golf Tournament
Date: Friday, August 28, 2020 with an 11:00 am start
Location: Willodell Golf Course, Niagra Falls
