Exhibitors 2009
Alu Design & Services AS
Alu Design & Services is introducing a series of helm seat and deck rail solutions. AluTech provides advanced ergonomic performance, intuitive functionality, and superior comfort in a simple, attractive design.
Ariane Marine
Ariane Systems is Europe’s leading provider of self check-in / check-out technology solutions for the hospitality industry. Founded in 1998 by Michel Lavandier and Laurent Cardot, Ariane now has over 1,200 kiosks installed at hotel properties in 12 countries. Currently, 24 of Europe’s top 50 hotel chains utilize Ariane’s electronic kiosk solutions to streamline the check-in process. These include Pullman, Radisson, Barcelo, Balladins, Campanile, Ibis, Travelodge and Kyriad, among others. With the recent formation of Ariane Marine, Ariane is now bringing their proven expertise to the global cruise and ferry market. Based in Paris, France, Ariane Systems maintains regional offices in the UK, Germany, Spain, Benelux and Scandinavia. For more information, please visit
www.ariane-marine.com.
BLÜCHER Metal A/S
BLÜCHER stainless steel sanitary discharge system
BLÜCHER® EuroPipe is the superior push-fit pipework system for scupper lines and black & grey water discharge in vacuum and gravity systems. All in stainless steel grade AISI 316L (optionally 304).
Pipes Ø50 - 250 mm, lengths 0.15 - 6 m and an extensive fittings range make BLÜCHER® EuroPipe very adaptable. The light-weight pipes are easily handled, cut and assembled, ensuring fast installation. With over 50 years functional life and little maintenance required, its cost-in-use is very low.
BLÜCHER® products are fire-proof, and in case of fire no toxic gases are released. Deck and bulkhead penetrations carry approval to IMO Res. A 754(18), MED certification to A60.
BLÜCHER also offers scuppers, channels and deck/bulkhead penetrations. Recent product developments include stainless steel pipe penetrations and drains with a special flange for welding into aluminum structures.
BLÜCHER® has been installed in over 900 vessels worldwide. BLÜCHER is preferred supplier to the largest cruise-ship yards, e.g. Chantier d´Atlantique (FR), Fincantieri (IT), STX Europe (FI) and Meyer Werft (DE).
Brude Safety AS
Brude Safety offers complete packages of safety equipment to ship and offshore installations.
Brude offers a variety of Marine Evacuation Systems that are well suited for all types of vessels.
All systems are tested in accordance with the relevant requirements under the supervision of See Berufs Genossenshaft (SBG) as the notifying body. Consequently, all systems are EC-type approved.
In addition to the MES; Brude is also designing and producing their own Fast Rescue boat with hull of aluminium. The Brude HD720 ASI Fast Rescue boat is the first of its kind constructed with the environment focus. The hull is optimized, and tests have verified an outstanding efficient use of mileage. The hull is fabricated in seawater resistant aluminium and divided into four watertight compartments. Compared to expanded foam this is far more environmentally friendly and gives several advantages.
The Brude Gangway system is a complete and highly effective gangway system with coaming, mounted door and telescop.
Brude Safety has developed complete service systems for all our products world wide.
CAVOTEC MSL
Cavotec MSL provides innovative and environmentally friendly technologies for the ports and maritime airports, mining and general industry sectors.
Through close cooperation with our customers, we develop new innovations that redefine industry standards, enhance efficiency and improve environmental sustainability. Over the past 40 years, we have earned a reputation for operational excellence and high quality customer service through our unique multinational network of research, engineering, manufacturing and sales companies.
As a know-how provider, we rely upon our team of dedicated professionals to seek new opportunities that ensure our continued growth and success.
At the Ferry Shipping Conference 2009 Cavotec is addressing the Shore side power supply solutions or (Cold Ironing) and increasing efficiency with automated mooring system called the MoorMaster (R).
Cherry Maritme Gaming
Cherry Maritime Gaming operates casinos, gaming, and entertainment on around seventy ships and ferries in Nordic and Mediterranean waters, and from 2009 from UK.
Founded in 1963, Cherry is a Public Company listed in Sweden and because of its corporate status is seen as a company of quality and with an excellent reputation.
Cherry’s business model is aimed at creating an atmosphere of excitement and entertainment. This is achieved by working closely with ship owners in order to customize the on-board offer to meet their own image and corporate objectives, and to meet local legal regulations.
Cherry’s activities include live casinos, internet games with online tables, arcade and video games, and traditional casino slot machines.”
DVZ-SERVICES GmbH
Your Partner in Modern Marine Technology
Member of the DVZ-GROUP
DVZ-SERVICES is a leading Supplier of Environmental Protection Technology
in the Field of Maritime and Industrial Use
APPLIED FOR
· Cargo Ships
· Cruisers & Ferries
· Offshore
· Luxury & Mega Yachts
· Navy Industry
· PSV
TECHNOLOGY
· Ballast Water Treatment Systems, Venturi Oxigen Stripping (VOS) by N.E.I.
· Oily Water Separators DVZ-FSU-“OILCHIEF” and DVZ-PCM type approved acc. to IMO Res. MEPC 107 (49)
· Oil-in-Water Monitors type approved acc. to IMO Res. MEPC 107 (49)
· Sewage Treatment Plants DVZ-JZR-“BIOMASTER” type approved acc. To the latest IMO Res. MEPC.159 (55) in stainless steel design.
· Sewage Treatment Plants DVZ-SKA-“BIOMASTER”-PLUS type approved acc. to IMO Res. MEPC.159 (55) in stainless steel design.
· Vacuum Systems
· Grease Traps DVZ-FT available in stainless steel
· Grey Water Lifting Units DVZ-LIFTQUICK
· Black/Grey Water Holding Tanks
· UV-Sterilisation
· Spare Parts and Pumps
More than 7.000 units delivered to Co-operation-Partners worldwide
E-Dea S.p.A. Transport Technology
E-Dea Transport Technology is a leading provider of new generation technologies and IT solutions for today’s global Maritime Transportation industry offering a decisive momentum to technical innovation in the traditional maritime operators business.
E-Dea provides customized solutions for the maritime industry & port authorities based on the next generation middleware software platform IMOS® (Integrated Maritime Operating System), that includes modules for Reservation Systems ( eBooking®), Passenger & Cargo Check-in Systems (eBoarding®), Automation & Control of the ship embarkation processes (ShipBoarding®, TrackVision®). Thanks to its technology, E-Dea is the perfect link between all different maritime market players, offering solutions based on a single common platform covering all business requirements and rules. Only in 2007, E-Dea solutions managed more than 15 MILLION passengers throughout Europe. E-Dea has been furthermore selected as friendship partner of the Baltic Ports Organization, BPO, counting more than fifty most significant ports of the Baltic Sea.
Ehrenborg & Co AB
Ehrenborgs was founded at the end of the 1940`s by Bengt Ehrenborg. Today, we are one of the leading players on the swedish market for flooring for public areas. In 2006 we launched our own brand, Nordic Flooring and Nordic Flooring Marine. A High quality LVT product with a designer feel that is suitable for all public and marine areas. “We create works of art you can walk on”
Elmo Leather Sweden AB
Elmo Leather is the world’s largest manufacturer of high quality furniture leather and one of the largest suppliers of leather to the automotive industry. The head office, production and product development are located in Sweden.
The fastest growing segments are Aircraft- Railway and Cruise Industry, where Elmo develops, manufactures, markets and sells environmental friendly leather to around 40 countries worldwide.
FINTRY Marine Design AG
FINTRY coordinates the decades of technical and commercial experience in shipping and shipbuilding of its partners and brings it together to form
an innovative product.Today, the group markets a new generation of commercial vessels that, contrary to previous standard practice, are no longer made from aluminium. Instead, they are built using an innovative sandwich structure of carbon fibres. This construction method has given FINTRY cuttingedge status in the commercial catamaran segment. Its developers work together with specialised design offices and successful scandinavian shipyards and put their faith in the latest technologies and materials. In this way, they can realise projects geared toward its customers’ individual requirements.
Georg Eknes Industrier AS
G. Eknes Industrier AS (GEI) established in 1952 is a top quality manufacturer of passenger seats for the maritime industry. GEI has solid inhouse technical competence, broad material- and production technique knowledge. We work with designers that have professional competence with 3D tools which enables us to develop and design unique passenger seats in accordance with client requirements. The use of 3D design improves quality and streamlines the complete process from design to product launch. We have products ranging from low priced high quality seats to first class passenger seats that offers privacy and 180 degree reclining functions. Our seats are DNV-GL certified. We are proud of our educated seemstresses and highly skilled production workers that ensures high quality and precise delivery time. A quick response time and customer service before, during and after sales is highly prioritised. We welcome you to our stand and to listen in on our speaker time onboard.
Hogia Ferry Systems
For more than 20 years Hogia Ferry Systems has been providing and developing systems and services for sales and reservations for the travel and transport industry. The features of the BOOKIT systems have been developed in close cooperation with our customers operating in the Baltic Sea, North Sea, Irish Sea, Mediterranean, South Atlantic, Canada and the USA.
The BOOKIT Suite, which includes booking, sales, payment, check in, embarkation, back-office, CRM and Data Warehouse modules have easy-to-use and efficient user interfaces as well as reliable and well tested integration to other systems. Together with our sister companies in the Hogia Transport business unit we serve ferries, port terminals, public transports and hauliers with mission critical systems for the whole transport industry providing seemless chains of information over the full chain of multi-modal transport from producer to consumer.
Being close partners to major IT and technology providers in the travel sector like Amadeus Ferry, Amadeus Hospitality and VingCard, Hogia Ferry Systems offer an extensive IT solution for any travel or transport company.
PORT OF KARLSHAMN (Karlshamns Hamn AB)
Major all service port in Sweden. Location in southeast. Cargo Turnover 2008: 7,5 million tons. Pax: 110.000. Main segments; Forestry, Liquid bulk, Dry bulk, Ferry. Fast expanding Roro-hub for East Europe. 2 RoRo-berths, pax terminal, ferry terminal area 65.000 m2. 100 ha development areas. Plan for ramp no. 3. Location outside habited areas, 2 km to main road/railway network. Rail connection to port/ferry terminal. Daily rail service. 2 x 700 m tracks/areas for intermodal handling. Rail handling possible indoor. 50.000 m2 warehouse capacity. Important regional industries as; IKEA, StoraEnso, Södra Cell, Volvo CBC, AarhusKarlshamn, Tarkett.
2M-LOCATEL
Locatel is the European, leader in multimedia & entertainment solutions for the hospitality market with 900 000 equipped rooms & cabins in Europe and Middle East.
Many of the most famous hotels chain brands have selected us like Accor (Novotel, Sofitel, Mercure) , Rezidor (Radisson, Park Inn), IHG (Intercontinental, Holiday Inn, Crowne Plazza), Four Seasons, Kempinski, Hyatt, Hilton, Marriott. On the ferry, cruise and Mega yachts markets, we have also supplied our solutions to Colorline, SNCM, CMN, and many others.
Locatel is bringing many innovations on the hospitality market: PC and Open office on the TV, Full High Definition and MPEG4 smartboxes, possibility to connect Ipod, cameras or other USB keys to the TV sets, IPTV, Digital Signage, Internet, LCD embedded in TV in Eknes Airlines seats, live broadcasting onboard,...
Locatel is also owning the movie rights from the biggest US major studios, which is allowing us to propose box office films, 3 months after their release.
Maritime Communications Partner AS
Maritime Communications Partner (MCP) is the market’s maritime wireless specialist, providing a complete portfolio of GSM and CDMA network services to cruise ship, passenger ferry, commercial shipping and offshore markets. CellAtSea™, the brand name of MCP’s digital wireless services, provides ship owners with new sources of revenue and onboard functionalities, and passengers and crew with global cell phone connectivity and WiFi access.
Partners receive superior engineering, product management, network design, operation and system integration, and turn-key installation. In addition, all legal and regulatory challenges connected to the service are handled exclusively by MCP: the only true stand-alone telephony operator with both GSM and CDMA capabilities. Currently, over 1.4 billion wireless subscribers can access CellAtSea™ through MCP’s 200+ global roaming agreements.
Owned by Telenor, one of the world’s largest mobile operators, MCP’s rapidly growing client base is supported by highly skilled staff and representation in Europe, North America and Asia.
Model Møbler A/S
Modell Møbler is an international innovator in the field of marine furniture. Our DNV-certified furniture is based on sound furniture traditions. Our investment in flexible quality solutions enables us to satisfy the specific wishes of our customers.
Modell Møbler has been supplying furniture for a number of years for leisure craft, passenger ferries and oil installations. Our largest product group currently consists of passenger seating for express boats and ferries, and we are intensely interested in ensuring that passengers both today and in the future enjoy a pleasant ocean trip with a high degree of comfort. Todays focus on environment and change to hybrid and electric ferries, has made us to develop design and improve some of the lightest furniture on the marked.
MYBOATMODEL.COM
We produce all kind of ship and boat models, customized with any livery or colours. We can produce all size of models, with the most competitive prices.
It’s the best promotional item for the on-board retail, agencies, events, partners, clients, exhibitions, etc.….
Free sample models are available on request for all Ferry Shipping Conference delegates !
Navitas Telecom
Navitas creates mobile networks on cruise ships, ferries, merchant vessels and private yachts, enabling passengers and crew to use their mobiles at sea. We provide both a post-paid roaming service and a pre-paid option - Navitas Freedom, which is an ideal solution for crew and frequent travellers.
Our system design employs the latest miniaturised radio base stations and IP based softswitch technology, resulting in rapid installation, no downtime and minimum impact on existing communications infrastructure.
With no financial investment required, ship operators benefit from an attractive additional revenue stream, as well as enhanced passenger and crew satisfaction.
Platform-A International
AOL’s Platform-A is a leading digital advertising platform in Europe, offering a comprehensive suite of marketing solutions, powered by some of the Web’s best advertising technologies. Platform-A – which includes the AOL Network and Advertising.com’s third-party display network -- reached 62% of European online consumers in December 2008, according to comScore Media Metrix.
Platform-A also includes TACODA’s audience insights and behavioral targeting; Quigo, a site- and content-targeting solution; ADTECH, an international digital ad serving business; Third Screen Media, a mobile ad serving network; and buy.at, an affiliate marketing solution.
In 2008, Platform-A expanded to several European countries and currently has operations in Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden and the UK. In December 2008, Platform-A reached more than 174 million Internet users in the U.S. and more than 174 million in Europe, according to comScore Media Metrix.
In the first half of 2009, it plans to launch BidPlace, a self-service bidded marketplace for advertisers.
Quintek
Quintek is dedicated to providing retail information technology based business solutions to the Cruise and Ferry industry that provides full control and management of information across the business.
Over the years Quintek’s close involvement with the shipping industry has enabled the company to gain a unique insight into this market allowing us to development products that have been specifically designed to provide rich functionalities that is required by shipping companies with the high performance and robustness crucial for trading in such demanding environments.
The solution, ’Cygnus Cruise & Ferry’ is a powerful and flexible suite of software products offering a comprehensive management framework for a wide variety of retail and catering operations. Whether it is installed in a bar, restaurant, fast food outlet, retail shop or kiosk
Committed to building long term business relationships, Quintek delivers market leading solutions that provide its customers with a competitive edge.
DibonRTS
Revenue Technology Services Corporation has its roots in the first commercial yield management system developed in 1982. Since its inception, RTS has been dedicated to providing Cargo, Pricing, and Revenue management solutions to transportation industries.
RTS’ solutions first served clients in the airline industry. In 1993, RTS extended its expertise to the cruise/ferry sector. RTS again expanded its presence with the first commercially available revenue management solution for rail in 1999.
RTS’ Profit Optimisation solutions allows companies access to the latest software for increasing revenues and controlling costs using only an internet browser. The Business Intelligence component provides role-based insight with no customizations required. Hosted solutions are a standard offering via secure, internet connectivity.
To date, we have served more than 75 clients in 20 countries with solutions carefully matched to the needs of their industry, improving revenue generation capabilities as much as 15% annually.
SBA Interior Ltd
SBA is specialised in classified non-combustible accommodation panelling and different types of beds for use on board ships.
Another branch of SBA is subcontracting for the metal industry, i.e. making different components in sheet metal with high performance punching and laser cutting machines.
Versonix Corporation
Versonix delivers Seaware, the ultimate rule-based reservation system with built-in Yield Management and CRM functionality. In addition to passenger and car reservation, the system boasts innovative support for Ro-Ro. Founded in 1984, Versonix is headquartered in San Jose, California, in the heart of Silicon Valley; Additional software development and support centers are located in St. Petersburg, Russia, and Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Today, many companies rely on user-friendly, fully integrated software developed by Versonix to manage operations and respond quickly and efficiently to ever changing economic conditions. Versonix is proud to maintain long-term relationships with its clients, help them develop in-house expertise, provide ongoing maintenance and support,and develop system enhancements to incorporate new technologies.
CLIENTS
Worldwide, Versonix Corporation serves clients of all sizes, ranging from 30+ employee companies to international firms employing thousands. Client’s guest volumes ranges from 10,000 to over 7 million passengers per year.
VIKING Life-Saving Equipment A/S
VIKING is a market leader in maritime safety, providing and servicing essential safety equipment for passenger and cargo ships, offshore installations, fishing vessels, yachts, and defence and fire-fighting industries.
We are a private company headquartered in Denmark, with over 1,200 employees worldwide. Products are manufactured in four locations: Esbjerg and Bramming in Denmark, Bergen in Norway, and Bangkok, Thailand. VIKING’s unique global network includes 40 branch offices and 270 authorised servicing stations.
VIKING offers a choice of product packages and systems that are standard or tailor made, and certified to the latest requirements. Product portfolio includes: marine evacuation systems, offshore evacuation systems, liferafts, boats, life-saving appliances, and personal protective equipment such as immersion suits, work suits, fire-fighting suits and lifejackets.
Vilax AB
Founded in 1949, this third generation family company has built a strong reputation for excellence. Indoors, outdoors, aboard or on shore-Vilas craftsmanship assures lasting quality.
Vilax has been designing and producing durable, premium quality mattresses and sofas for public spaces, such as restaurants, clubs, casinos and ships, for over 50 years.
We take your needs on board when we create custom-made sofas. Our sofas are shaped to perfectly match your specifications and available deck space.
Wärtsilä Corporation
Wärtsilä enhances the business of its customers by providing them with complete lifecycle power solutions. When creating better and environmentally compatible technologies, Wärtsilä focuses on the marine and energy markets with products and solutions as well as services. Through innovative products and services, Wärtsilä sets out to be the most valued business partner of all its customers. This is achieved by the dedication of close to 19,000 professionals manning 160 locations in 70 countries around the world. Wärtsilä is listed on the Nordic Exchange in Helsinki, Finland.
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