Fuel Systems
MAN Cryo Supplies Fuel System for World’s First Hydrogen-Powered Superyacht
MAN Cryo has supplied a liquid-hydrogen gas-fuel supply system to a 118.8 m superyacht constructed by Feadship, the Dutch designer and builder. Known as ‘Project 821’, the newbuilding is the world's first hydrogen fuel-cell superyacht.MAN Cryo’s fuel-gas system will store the hydrogen in liquid form, evaporate and heat it, and supply gaseous hydrogen to the fuel cell enabling the zero-emission propulsion of the vessel. The company is a division of MAN Energy Solutions and a leading expert within engineering solutions for cryogenic equipment for the storage…
Florida Marine Tanks Awarded 2 US Patents
After recently celebrating its 40th anniversary, Florida Marine Tanks announced it has achieved another milestone with the award of two U.S. patents: the first for its fuel tank with internal evaporative emission system, U.S. patent 8,807,162, and another for its fuel tank with internal fuel shutoff system, U.S. patent 8,807,160. Both help Florida Marine Tanks' products comply with EPA regulations on diurnal emissions. "Being awarded these U.S. patents is validation of our company's hard work and quality products. We're very proud of our knowledgeable and skilled engineering team," said Rosemarie Fiori, Florida Marine Tanks president.
Boat Winterization 101 Tutorial
Winterizing is important not only in ensuring the safety of a vessel but also in safeguarding the maritime environment. The Coast Guard often responds to cases of vessels sinking due to heavy snowfall or oil in the water at a marina due to poor winterization. Enjoy one last trip on your boat – and don’t forget your life jacket – taking note of all the things you’ve been putting off during boating season. Winter is the perfect time to complete your “to-do” list of repairs, replacements or modifications on your boat.
