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Do you like playing with magnets? Does safety matter? Does user experience (UX) matter to you? Do you like smart things? Do you like saving $? Do you like fast and efficient power transfer? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, VoltSafe might be the electrical connector for you. #voltsafe #smartplug #prongless #marina #shorepower #pedestal #electrification #ghgsavings #currentleakage #detection #aarp #creativedestructionlab #cdl #cta #vmcc #dragonsden #ibex #yvr #ryanreynolds

  I travelled to Malta for the 11th Opportunities in Superyachts seminar and came back… with legos.   Metaphorical, that is.   Great talk by Jeroen van den Hurk from Van Berge Henegouwen (VBH) on building value through innovation. Jeroen observes that our human brains like patterns and repetitions, but new construction blocks are needed to establish new pathways and technological solutions. In the maritime industry, so conservative and risk-averse, the golden question is how to encourage that shift?   Through a compelling business case? Or the threat of irrelevance as the fourth industrial revolution takes hold? https://lnkd.in/eK8Cwbtv   Certainly, my take-out “Lego” is that the future belongs to those who brave the new world as it is shaping out to be. #superyachtindustry #superyachts #maltabusiness #maltayachts #Quaynote #Maltaflag #superyachtsmalta ¦ Valentin Martin ¦ mir.blue ¦ Navalmartin

Achieving #30x30 | With 2030 just around the corner, the challenge of meeting 30x30 is becoming increasingly dire. At a Plenary Session covering Effective Management of Marine Protected Areas at the Our Ocean Conference in Athens, Enric Sala (National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence) shared that in order to achieve 30% of protected areas in the next 6 years, we need 200 more giant MPAs (100,000km2 or more) and over 100,000 coastal MPAs (10km2 or less) — in the next 6 years. Based on calculations, this means 40 new MPAs have to be created EVERYDAY. How many new MPAs were created yesterday and how many will be created tomorrow? Moreover, the majority of MPAs today still allow extractive activities, which is why Greece’s recent announcement to ban bottom trawling in marine parks is so significant. (https://lnkd.in/gm-BYShc) To view Enric Sala’s compelling call to action, a replay is available at https://lnkd.in/gAbwyYyW (6:07:00) #30by30 #MPA #sdg14 #ourocean2024

Julien Mader, Director of Marine Technology, has been appointed member of the Executive Directors Board at the EuroGOOS, European Global Ocean Observing System General Assembly, a recognition of his outstanding work in #operationaloceanography. This achievement is a recognition for Julien that also strengthens #AZTI's position in the development of European Operational Oceanography and its contribution to the global ocean observing system. Julien's experience and expertise will be key in driving forward the structuring of the European ocean observing system and initiatives that improve the understanding and management of the oceans, addressing global challenges such as #climatechange and the conservation of #marinebiodiversity. A step forward in our mission to lead #research and innovation in operational oceanography, contributing to the well-being of marine ecosystems and sustainable marine-related economic development. ✨ Zorionak Julien for the appointment and to all the operational oceanography team for making it possible! Anna Rubio, Aritz Abalia Patiño, Jon Berregui, Luis Cuesta, Iñaki de Santiago, Andrea del Campo, Irati Epelde, Luis Ferrer, Roland Garnier, Ivan Manso Narvarte, Pedro Liria Loza, Asier Nieto Ibirriaga, Irene Ruiz Muñoz, Yolanda Sagarminaga, Lohitzune Solabarrieta, Iker Urtizberea. #TheAnswerLiesInScience

➡️➡️ WHAT'S THE PROBLEM❓ ⬅️⬅️ 🐟 Anchor dragging poses significant risks to maritime safety and the environment. Approximately 5% of insurance claims are due to dragging anchors, and one company reports that 57% of all marine claims by value involve grounding or collisions, often caused by dragging anchors. This issue affects various vessels, from superyachts to merchant ships, and has severe consequences. For instance, dragging anchors can lead to accidents, endangering the safety of the crew and passengers. 🌱 Moreover, dragging anchors cause substantial environmental damage. About 1/3 of all damage to subsea pipelines and and subsea cables are attributed to dragging anchors, as seen in the 2021 oil spill in Huntington Beach, Los Angeles. Anchoring impacts marine ecosystems, particularly posidonia meadows, which suffer long-lasting scars from heavy anchors. These meadows can take over a century to heal, highlighting the significant environmental threat posed by improper anchoring. ⏰ Current anchoring solutions are inadequate, often providing delayed or false alarms, leaving the crew unaware of real-time anchor dragging status. This delay can result in groundings, collisions, and extensive damage to the marine environment. Despite advanced naval navigation equipment, crews cannot accurately determine if, how much, and how fast an anchor is dragging in real-time. ⚓ AnchorGuardian addresses these critical issues with a disruptive, patented technology that offers real-time, fail-safe monitoring and immediate alarms with sub-meter accuracy. By predicting anchor hold and providing precise data throughout the anchoring process, AnchorGuardian enhances safety for sailors, ships, and the sea, and minimizes environmental damage, creating a new standard in anchoring safety. #AnchorGuardian #SwissOceanTech #anchordragging #safeanchoring #superyachts #superyachtcaptain #boatcaptain #yachtcaptain #yachting #yachtlife #boating #boatlife #anchor #superyachtlife https://hubs.li/Q02C-DWp0

A remarkable scene unfolded outside Ålesund recently - the Havila Castor and MF Skopphorn crossed paths, a coastal cruise ship and a double-ended car ferry. And guess what? Both vessels are proudly powered by Norwegian Electric Systems (NES). ⚡️🥰 💫 From bridge to propeller, we focus on finding energy-efficient solutions, saving energy where possible. Our ethos is not just about fitting ships with the latest technology; it's about integrating visions, dreams, and realities. With each vessel we touch, we're not merely installing systems but crafting stories of cleaner seas, quieter harbours, and a world where technology sails in harmony with nature. 🌍 Witnessing our projects, like the Havila Castor and MF Skopphorn, sailing gracefully and efficiently reminds us that every circuit, every battery pack, and every switchboard plays a part in a larger narrative. A narrative that revolves around pushing boundaries, reimagining possibilities, and ensuring our maritime legacy is one of innovation and responsibility. 🌱 Fjord1 AS | Havila Kystruten 📸 Daniel Garden

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Tommy Allen is the Founder and Director of Five Oceans Global Solutions. An operation committed to using cutting-edge technology and the latest research, to explore the depths of the ocean, while also working to protect and preserve the marine environment. There is a vast and virtually untapped resource of scientific and commercial potential waiting to be discovered and preserved. “For us the Yacht Support is a platform to do all the incredible things we wanted to do” #OceanExploration #MarineConservation #YachtSupport #CuttingEdgeTechnology #Research #EnvironmentalPreservation #ScientificExploration #CommercialPotential #Adventure #Innovation With a shared commitment to pushing the boundaries of ocean exploration and conservation, projects like Five Oceans Global Solutions serve as inspiring examples of what's possible when vision meets action. At Allmode, we're passionate about supporting endeavors that align with our values and innovation. By offering comprehensive yacht support services tailored to the needs of visionary owners and projects, we strive to be the trusted partner for those looking to make a positive impact on the world's oceans. Whether it's providing emergency contingency planning, ensuring compliance with maritime regulations, or offering expert advice on safety and security, we're here to support the bold and ambitious missions of individuals and organisations alike. Info@allmode.org So Together, let's chart a course towards a brighter , safer future.

Did you know that this week marks the annual International Viking Day, celebrated on the 8th of May? Established in 2013, this day shines a light on Viking culture, renowned for its rich shipbuilding and seafaring legacy. The Vikings played a pivotal role in shaping trade networks during the early Middle Ages, opening many new commercial routes and enhancing the exchange of goods, people, and ideas across the globe, admittedly, some voluntary, some less so.   True sailors, the Vikings voyaged all over Europe, settled Iceland, Greenland, and even reached the shores of North America. Navigating challenging weather conditions at sea requires exceptional skills and unwavering determination even today and imagine doing so back then. They key to the Vikings’ successful global navigation lies in the design and construction of their vessels, carefully crafted to endure the rigors of the open sea.   Their narrow longships, known for shallow drafts, were ideal for both ocean and inland navigation, and wide heavy knarrs, designed for long voyages and transportation of cargo, were built following the clinker technique, a technological revolution for the day, whereby wooden planks were overlapped and riveted, creating a strong yet flexible hulls capable of braving the roughest seas. Another technique in the Viking shipbuilding was a skeletal construction, whereby first a vessel’s frame was built as a guide, with planks then attached to this framework.   Some well-preserved Viking shipbuilding examples include the famous Oseberg Ship in Norway and the trade vessel Ladbyskibet in Denmark. If you haven’t visited them yet, we highly recommend! Who knows, maybe you will uncover some hidden treasure along the way?   For us at WESMANS, deeply rooted in the Nordic culture, yet global in our daily business, the International Viking Day is an opportunity to honour remarkable shipbuilding and seafaring skills of the Viking ancestors, who shaped maritime history and trade.   While luckily some practices of those days are left behind, we are proud to carry on the spirit of adventure, innovation, and exploration!   #internationalvikingday #maritimelegacy #shipbuildingtradition #wesmans