seatec - Finnish marine technology review 1/2009 | Page 48

Rolls-Royce – your perfect partner for systems solutions T he Rolls-Royce marine business is a global leader in marine propulsion, engineering and hydrodynamic ex- pertise, with a broad product range and full systems integration capability. Rolls-Royce offers a product portfolio ranging from vessel design and gas turbine engines to propulsion systems and deck handling equipment. The extensive product base and proven experience in both ship design and system integration enables RollsRoyce to bring the right products together when developing power propulsion and motion control solutions that fully meet the vessel performance specification. RollsRoyce is able to deliver a complete service, from initial concept studies, through equipment selection, systems integration and through life support. ■ More information: www.rolls-royce.com NEW BUSINESS MODEL K SS Interior Oy, based in Naantali, Finland, has established a new business model to the European shipbuilding market. The company is now focused on importing specified shipbuilding materials from Asia to Europe. The main advantages are competitive prices, local Quality Assurance in Asia, a wide supplier network and close relationship with the global logistic partners. In cooperation with DNV, the company is also processing a new ISO 9001 Quality Assurance System for the business model. The company has previously worked as a subcontractor in the Finnish Shipbuilding market. KSS Interior Oy is now expanding to the Central and South European market, especially Italy, France and Germany. The business in all these countries will be handled by local personnel and sales agents in order to achieve direct, face-to-face customer relationship. KSS Products now consist of different zinc coated or aluminium profiles, honeycomb plates, different pipe penetrations as well as other steel prefabrications. ■ Visit our website at www.kssinterior.fi for more details. PAROC – Marine insulations S hipbuilding industry and authorities sets high demands for safety and comfort in ships. PAROC Marine insulation products are made of stone wool that has superior properties for wide range of usage. Insulation materials and systems produced by PAROC fulfill the demands for example in areas of: – Fire protection of constructions and components – Economic efficiency of heating the vessels and passenger comfort – Heat and cold insulations functionality – Constructions and equipments good acoustical properties – Insulation materials that are used as surface materials are very serviceable and easy to clean – Materials fulfill the requirements of classification authorities and maritime authorities as well as IMO´s and European Maritime Equipment Directive ■ 46 seatec 1/2009