Cruise & Ferry Review - Autumn/Winter 2020

Protecting against fires CBG Systems has rolled out its latest structural fire protection system that is strong, lightweight and efficient, non-intumescent, fully non-combustible, economical and can also be easily inspected CBG Systems’ latest development, Rapid Access Composite Plus (RAC Plus), is a structural fire protection system that features advanced technology developed in partnership with Australian government agency, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation. The system is installed flat across the stiffeners of the vessel and does not need to be wrapped around the steel or aluminium structure. It is self-sufficient and does not require additional wall cladding. Maintenance is non-sacrificial, and panels can be removed and replaced quickly, allowing access behind the structural fire protection system for inspections and repairs. RAC Plus has been extensively tested and is strong, light and efficient, saving the vessel owner time and money, while providing a clean aesthetic finish. Operating safely during and post-Covid-19 Ankaa Marine and Recruiter platforms have helped NorthLink Ferries and Clyde Marine Recruitment to continue their crewing operations throughout the pandemic Ankaa Marine and Recruiter platforms have enabled Scottish operator NorthLink Ferries and Clyde Marine Recruitment to conduct their crewing operations throughout the crisis. The platforms allow for secure remote access to all personal data, certification and next of kin information, as well as the ability to gather and share information, and to provide auditors remote access on a read-only basis for mandatory audits. “Operational safety looks different as we emerge post-Covid-19,” says Ian Livingstone, managing director at Clyde Marine Recruitment. “Home working and remote audits are now the new norm and require the ability to access data remotely and provide relevant third parties access.” FEATURE Enhancing safety at sea CFR showcases some of the companies and solutions that are keeping guests and crew safe on cruise ships and passenger ferries worldwide 1 4 6