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Monitoring fleet fuel consumption establishes a reasonable need for operational fuel reserves and ensures control over its effective use. The norm of fuel consumption consists of the following: the technically and economically justifiable quantity of fuel intended for consumption on the installed gauge of operation in the properly organized operation of the power plant its …

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A compressor is designed to compress air and other gases. The process creates a total pressure of more than 1500 mm H2O. Ship air compressors are necessary to provide the Ship’s Power Plant and the rest of the ship’s equipment with compressed air of various pressures and flow rates. The purpose of on-board compressors. Reciprocating …

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In one passage, the ship overcomes vast distances; most of the time, it is thousands of miles from shore. If a breakdown occurs in the open ocean, the crew must be able to repair the damage themselves. However, it is impossible to do so in some situations without contacting the service center. We will discuss …

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The success of a merchant vessel’s voyage can largely depend on the smallest details. Therefore, special attention should be paid to accurately operating ship systems. Sensors are installed in each of them, transmitting information to modern computing devices. However, some calculations must be made by the crew members themselves. Calculations can also be performed in …

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Breezemarine Group was contacted by the owner of the M/V AMKE, a general cargo vessel sailing under the Portuguese flag. Cargo ships are essential in the maritime industry and can always be in commission for a short time. Minor issues may be ignored until a bigger “servicing” can happen. Breezemarine’s expertise and access to new …

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The main characteristic of a vessel’s navigational abilities is maneuverability. Optimal results are achieved with the help of various systems and their components. Let’s dive into one of the important ones- a propeller-steering system. How Does A Propeller-Steering System Operate? The main components of the steering device are: The rudder: depending on the vessel profile’s …

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Since the end of the 20th century, marine technologies have advanced exponentially. We will discuss the main technologies that will change navigation and work at sea in the next ten years. Currently, these three most noticeable trends will dictate the evolution of the shipping industry: Smart technologies controlling all systems of the vessel “Green” technologies …

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Part of running a maritime vessel is focusing on efficiency and cost reduction. Saving on fuel by bringing down overall usage is a crucial differentiator between breakeven and becoming profitable. Thankfully, Breezemarine offers several solutions to hit that goal and ensure environmental compliance. Lowering A Vessel’s Fuel Consumption There are multiple ways to ensure a …

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Heat exchangers are designed to transfer heat from a coolant with a higher temperature to a coolant with a lower temperature. In addition, they play an essential role in ensuring the uninterrupted, reliable, and economical operation of ship and power plant systems. Therefore, they are a must-have for every shipping vessel that wants to achieve …

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Maritime vessels consist of various intricate pieces of machinery. Boilers and steam generators are two vital components, although one should choose them sparingly. There are many factors to consider, including type, size, mounting position, etc. Breezemarine Group is the official representative of the Italian manufacturer of boiler equipment BBS Division, one of the largest European …

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