Energy Savings Brings New Dimensions
to Ship Classification
QUALITY – SAFETY – STYLE
“E
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nergy saving is becoming more important in sea technology and can already now be seen in the work of Classi-
fication Societies,” says Curt-Olof Eklund, Chief Executive of Bu-
iurila Marine WM is specialised in producing marine doors
of demanding quality and design. Experience and profes-
sional skill have opened the doors to WM doors from smaller vessels to deluxe cruise ships on all the oceans of the world.
reau Veritas Finland.
“We participate in energy savings as the classifier for e.g.
Beluga Sky Sails. The sail system, still in the pilot phase, is suitable for vessels that have a stable course for several days and that
sail in the same wind direction.”
The optimal size of a cargo ship sail is 300–600 square metres. It is lifted high, as the winds are much stronger at an altitude of 150 metres than lower down. The experiences of the sail
system are positive and the pilot phase will end in the spring of
2009 when serial production will begin.
Bureau Veritas is also developing rules regarding the use of
WM offers a wide range of doors for shipbuilders appreciating quality. The range includes cabin doors, bathroom doors,
doors to public areas, and maintenance and service area doors,
in addition to other fire-resistance rated and non-rated doors.
All these feature the best raw materials, durability, a top quality finish, excellent accessories, and outstanding dimensional accuracy, making them easy to install. Even in heavy duty use, WM
doors are safe and work reliably. WM doors carry several official
approvals, in addition to satisfying the new SOLAS and IMO requirements.
fuel cells in ships, of which the rule concept, the Rule Note, will
be completed by the summer of 2009.
“A Classification Society pays attention to quality, safety,
and environmental friendliness,” Eklund states.
APPROVALS
Wiurila Marine fire classified doors are MED & USCG approved
products.
“Environmental values are also strongly included in the ships
sailing in the Baltic Sea. Bureau Veritas has focused on Tallink ships
PRODUCT RANGE AND DOOR TYPES
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