Kongsberg Maritime wins EPCI contract for Irish Continental Group ferry
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- Published: 04 August 2016 04 August 2016
Kongsberg Maritime, part of the Norwegiab engineering and defence equipment group Kongsberg ASA, has been awarded an Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Installation (EPCI) contract with Flensburger Schiffbau-Gesellschaft (FSG), a subsidiary of Siem Group. The contract, worth more than NOK 120 million, cover engineering and maritime technology deliveries to a RoPax ferry for Irish Continental Group (ICG).
Kongsberg Maritime together with its wholly owned subsidiary Kongsberg Maritime Engineering (KME) will execute the project. KME will provide all engineering, procurement and project management while Kongsberg Maritime will supply a 'Full picture' system delivery.
The RoPax ferry will have a 194.80 m length overall and 31.6 m beam with a cargo capacity of 2,800 lane meters, and anadditional dedicated car deck for 300 cars. It will be equipped with 435 passenger cabins and a number of restaurants, bars and lounges on four decks, with a total capacity of 1,900 passengers and crew.
“Kongsberg Maritime's project delivery and sophisticated automation and control technology will support the vessel's design to enable optimal fuel consumption, while meeting current and known future environmental regulations,” Kongsberg said in a statement.
The contract includes supply and integration of the electrical, telecom and integrated control systems, project management, interface management and engineering services at all stages. Cables, installation and installation materials for the systems are also included. In addition, a significant technology scope of supply includes; shaft generators, switchboards, automation, propulsion control, navigation systems, and radio/satellite communications. The engineering and construction phase is estimated to be two years.
"In a challenging market we are very pleased that we can supply a tailor made Electrical, Instrument and Telecom (EIT) solution for the yard and owner with a large scope of both in-house and procured technology," said Egil Haugsdal, President, Kongsberg Maritime.
"This is our first contract in Germany for a full EPCI scope. As a major shipbuilding nation, Germany is seen as a strategic area for Kongsberg Maritime as we turn our focus to new markets," he added.
P&O Cruises Australia to refit Pacific Dawn
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- Published: 01 August 2016 01 August 2016
P&O Cruises Australia, the Australia and New Zealand focused contemporary market unit in Carnival Corporation & plc group, has announced a major multi-million dollar refit for its Brisbane-based ship Pacific Dawn, which will include a new state-of-the-art waterpark.
Following the refit that is due to be completed next February, the 1991 built ship will feature The Pantry, an international market place of fresh food outlets which will replace the traditional ship buffet. In addition to the tried and tested outlets that have made the dining concept hugely popular,
Pacific Dawn’s Pantry will include a new Mediterranean-inspired offering called Nic and Toni’s. Also on offer will be the extremely popular poolside Grill, offering casual dining options.
Several of Pacific Dawn’s public spaces will be redesigned to mirror the striking contemporary look which has become a trademark of the P&O fleet including the atrium, Charlie’s, The Orient and the Promenade Bar, which will be styled with similar décor to sister ships Pacific Aria and Pacific Eden.
The Dome nightclub will be completely revamped and will offer more live music than ever before, as well as a sophisticated new design.
The Orient will take on a new summer pub vibe and the Promenade Bar will be transformed into the perfect venue to enjoy a delicious cocktail with friends while listening to live music.
P&O Cruises Australia President Sture Myrmell said the refurbishment would kick off a big year for the cruise line in Queensland.
“With the new waterpark, dining options and a refreshed interior design, we’re creating a great new look for Pacific Dawn which will combine some fun innovations with the winning features of our existing ships,” Myrmell said in a statement.
RCCL to report second quarter interims 2 August
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- Published: 01 August 2016 01 August 2016
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCCL) has scheduled a conference call for 10:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time, Tuesday, 2 August 2016, to discuss the company's second quarter 2016 financial results, the company said in a statement.
NCL Corporation and KfW Ibex-Bank agree loan facility increase to €730 million from €590 million
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- Published: 01 August 2016 01 August 2016
NCL Corporation Ltd., a subsidiary of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH), and KfW IPEX-Bank in Germany have agreed to increase increase the aggregate principal amount of commitments under a multi-draw term loan credit facility agreed in 2012 from €590,478,870 to €729,854,685.50, NCLH said in a statement.
Carnival Cruise Line names next ship Carnival Horizon
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- Published: 01 August 2016 01 August 2016
Carnival Cruise Line, the US focused contemporary market unit in the Carnival Corporation & plc group, has announced that Carnival Horizon will be the name of its new 133,500-ton ship scheduled to be delivered in March 2018.
Currently under construction at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Marghera, Italy, Carnival Horizon will be the line’s second Vista-class ship, with the namesake vessel in the series, Carnival Vista, having entered service in May 2016.
Carnival Horizon will offer many of the hugely popular indoor and outdoor dining, bar, entertainment and activity options available on Carnival Vista including SkyRide, the IMAX Theatre, WaterWorks aqua park, Seuss at Sea program in partnership with Dr. Seuss Enterprises and Alchemy Bar.
There will also be a number of new innovations unique to this vessel. In addition, Carnival Horizon will offer a wide range of accommodation categories, including the popular Havana staterooms and extra-roomy Family Harbor cabins. Homeport and itinerary details for Carnival Horizon will be announced at a later date.
With Carnival Horizon’s name and layout designed to inspire guests to discover extraordinary views, new perspectives and amazing experiences, Carnival is hosting a fun social media contest on Instagram that will award a stateroom for up to four people when the ship debuts in 2018. To enter, post your favorite photo of a horizon and tag @Carnival and use the hashtag #CarnivalHorizonSweepstakes to enter to win the cruise giveaway. The contest will begin July 29, and run through July 31, at 11:59 p.m.
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