Exhibitors 2010
Alu Design & Services AS
Alu Design & Services AS of Norway, established in 2008, announced last year the launch of a new series of pilot and operator chairs that blends technology, comfort and style into a unique tailor-made, ship-bridge work station. The response from the market has been remarkable and has inspired us to continue to develop smart and technical superior solutions.
A design task chair, the AluTech series provides advanced ergonomic performance, intuitive functionality, and superior comfort in a simple, attractive design.
Alu Design & Services offer a variety of options of chairs and deck rail systems to suit most requirements in today’s market, whether it is for fast ferries, ferries, cruise vessels or any other kind of marine or offshore vessel.
Nature of business: Pilot and operator seats
Ariane Marine
Ariane Marine is a division of Ariane Systems, the world’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 1,500 kiosks installed in 15 countries. Ariane Marine will be going ”live” with their newest product spring 2010 - Automatic Vehicle and Passenger Check-In Kiosk - allowing both check-in and tickets sales. Automatic license plate recognition, height and length detection, barcode reading, passport scanning, and payment system just to name a few of the features. Based in Paris, France, Ariane Systems maintains regional offices in the U.K., Germany, Spain, Benelux, Scandinavia, the Middle East and North America. For more information, please visit www.ariane-marine.com.
Bergen Group Fosen AS
Bergen Group is a maritime industrial group with main focus on advanced specialized vessels and the offshe industry. The Group has 2,000 employees located in companies and localities along the Norwegian coast from Kirkenes in the north to Stavanger in the south. The group’s main office is located in Bergen. The shipyard today known as Bergen Group Fosen,former Fosen Mek. Verksteder, was established in 1918 and has 40 years experience in construction of a wide variety of different types of ships. Bergen Group Fosen has 250 employees. Bergen Group Fosen specializes in RoPax, specialized cruise and large offshore vessels. The yard has delivered ships to owners like Stena RoRo, Hurtigruten, Anek Lines, CTN, Minoan Lines, FosenNamsos and Birka Lines. Bergen Group Fosen has also built the acclaimed ship The World of Residensea.
BLÜCHER Metal A/S
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 aluminium structures.
BLÜCHER® has been installed in over 900 vessels worldwide. BLÜCHER is preferred supplier to the largest cruise-ship yards, e.g. STX, Fincantieri and Meyer Werft.
BRUDE SAFETY AS
Please allow me to introduce you to Brude Safety AS, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of Safety and Rescue equipment.
Brude provides you with complete packages / solutions for safety at sea;
Products include:
1. MARINE EVACUATION systems
• KOPAS Evacuation System
• Brude MES Slide System
• Brude MES Chute System
• Brude MES Chute SPS System
2. MOB Boats
- BRUDE HD720.
The BRUDE HD 720 ASI Fast Rescue Boat has excellent Reliability, Manoeuvrability & sea-keeping abilities in order to fulfil its prime function - to provide an effective means of search and recovery for persons missing at sea.
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:
• Lower weight
• No fungal/pest
• Easy inspection
• No inside corrosion
• Easy maintenance and repair.
- NPT 40 FRB
- NPT 60 FRB
- NPT 70 FRB
3. Brude Gangway System
The BRUDE Gangway System is a complete & highly effective gangway system with coaming, mounted door & telescopic gangway, including hydraulic unit & control panel.
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 2010 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, across the Channel, Irish Sea, North Sea, and Western Channel to Spain. 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 over 200 live casinos, 4 online casinos, arcade and video games, and traditional casino slots. Cherry has more than 700 employees.
DFI DAUERFLORA International GmbH
We are plant design specialists based in Hamburg, Germany and Miami, Florida. We have been providing businesses and public spaces with live, artificial and preserved plants, landscapes and furnishings since 1989. We see ourselves as the catalyst and driving force behind each customer’s vision. With our years of experience and expertise in plant design, we transform buildings and spaces to achieve the desired effect that our customers wish their staff and visitors to experience. We also support our customers at every stage: from providing initial help and guidance to drawing up detailed plans, project management and plant maintenance.
We work effectively as a team and can carry out any size of project – worldwide.
DVZ-SERVICES GmbH
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 Maritim and Industrial Use
Applied FOR
- Cargo Ships
- Cruisers & Ferries
- Offshore
E-Dea Transport Technology
E-Dea Transport Technology is a leading edge provider of next generation IT solutions for today’s global Maritime Transportation industry, managing in excess of 15 million passengers. Our solutions allow customers to reduce their costs and increase their revenues, by utilising modern technologies and advanced revenue management tools. Also the systems natively integrate with a number of industry standard providers such as Vingcard, TTI Unicorn, aferry.com, RTS and PROS.
E-Dea’s product suite includes solutions for Ferry operators, Cruise operators & port authorities based around our next generation middleware software platform IMOS® (Integrated Maritime Operating System). The product suite includes Reservation Systems (eBooking®), Passenger & Cargo Check-in Systems (eBoarding ®), Automation & Control of the ship embarkation processes (ShipBoarding ®, TrackVision®). These technologies give our customers the ability to comply with their complex business requirements and legislative regulations based on a single common platform.
E-Dea provides customer support 24/7 365 days a year from our offices in Naples, Rome (Civitavecchia) and London.
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”
Elomatic Marine Engineering
Elomatic is a consulting and engineering company providing a full range of services for the interna-tional shipbuilding and shipping industries. Elomatic carries out comprehensive design and engineer-ing projects as well as concept development tasks and special tasks and studies for newbuildings and conversions.
Concept development including operational and feasibility studies are carried out resulting in a bid package or the full contract documentation. Basic design and detailed design tasks are mainly done for the shipbuilders, but Elomatic also provides services for the owner during the construction phase. These include project management and on-site assistance as well as assistance in approval of draw-ings and contacts to classification societies and authorities.
Elomatic’s Life Cycle Service also covers activities during the operational period of the vessel. This service includes conversion and interior refit engineering and various small tasks such as rule follow-up and stability updates. In addition, in order to support the vessel’s maintenance and modernization process Elomatic provides information and document management services with an integrated easy-to-use tool utilizing a 3D model viewer and other visualisation methods.
Fidelio Cruise Software GmbH
Fidelio Cruise Software GmbH is market leader in the design, installation and support of IT systems for the passenger shipping industry. Today, the company’s software systems are in constant operation aboard over 200 vessels belonging to 42 separate companies.
The solutions include Meal Count System with galley display, Materials Management System (for purchasing and inventory control) with integrated Retail Point of Sale, Fleet Management System (for consolidated fleet activity analysis and reporting) and a Dining Management System.
Meal Count System provides real-time overview of the catering operations, with a display in the galley showing the current inventory of prepared meals, the quantity ordered and details of any special orders.
Retail Point of Sale solution offers a centralized managed, flexible POS with price lists available in different currencies, and promotions and discount handling.
Fidelio Cruise provides these various software suites and other modules in integrated or stand-alone modes.
FORTHCRS S.A.
FORTHcrs is a software services provider in the areas of tourism and transportation, with strong expertise into passenger ferry business. Services include the following:
• SeaOnLine & OpenSeas, the on-line booking system for ferry operators, that fully integrates all operations and bundles them with powerful on-line distribution services (20 millions tickets yearly) for ticketing, through a wide international network of sales offices. The system includes variant peripheral modules for revenue management, web bookings and other automated sales procedures, and is being advanced to incorporate other types of transport.
• RoomView and Dynamic Packaging, a software applications’ suite for B2B/B2C sales of hotels for agencies and hotel owners/vendors. It includes a powerful platform that facilitates combination of tourism services and provides the means to package hotel and ferry offerings, including other services.
• Port systems and services, mainly for passenger flow management needs such as check in and port operation procedures.
Gleistein Ropes
Gleistein Ropes produces and supplies a complete range of synthetic fiber ropes for Commercial Shipping and Industry. The factory exists since 1824 and is now in the process of considerable expansion. Next to the factory in Bremen, Germany, we have a production plant in Trencin, Slovakia, where we process all conventional fibers and mixes, as well as the High-Performance fibers, of which DYNEEMA® is probably the most known.
We produce over 5500 different kinds of rope, from 1 to approx. 200 mm diameter in several different constructions.
Gleistein focuses specifically on the numerous applications of ropes with DYNEEMA®.
This specific rope type is the ultra-strong and ultra-light replacement for steelwires and heavy and bulky conventional fiber ropes.
The main advantage – among many others – is operational cost-saving due to much easier and faster handling.
Examples of applications : ship mooring lines, towing lines, industrial lifting slings.
Recent delivery : all DYNEEMA® mooring lines for cruise ship OASIS OF THE SEAS.
The company is certified in accordance with ISO 9001 (GL).
Jets Vacuum AS
SANITARY SYSTEMS - MADE TO PLEASE
A JetsTM system is available for any type of ship – from the finest yacht to the largest cruise liner.
Our patented VacuumaratorTM is a unique in line vacuum screw pump with an integrated macerator. We make installation of sanitation systems onboard ships extremely simple, reliable and cost efficient. It just cannot be made easier.
With more than 7000 systems in operation, we have a solid and rapid growing international reputation.
Jets Vacuum AS has since the start of the company in 1986 been the leading innovator in vacuum sanitation technology.
ADVANTAGES
* In line vacuum generator – no tank needed in order to generate vacuum
* Macerator incorporated in the vacuum generator ( VacuumaratorTM)
* Highly flexible solutions with simple installation
* Direct interface with sewage treatment plant.
There is an optimal JetsTM system for one toilet – thirty toilets or thousands.
Maritime Communications Partner (MCP)
MCP is the global maritime cellular operator focused on providing cost effective GSM and CDMA communications solutions specially created to fulfil the requirements of the cruise- and shipping industry. MCP enables cell phone coverage by installing and operating the ship borne radio networks, linking the vessels with public networks via satellite. MCP is fully owned by Telenor ASA, one of the largest telecommunications companies in the world, with more than 174 million subscribers worldwide.
Norsafe AS
Norsafe is one of the world´s leading suppliers of lifesaving equipment for ships. Our boats can be found on numerous passenger vessels operating in European waters. This is because of our specialist skills as a manufacturer of Fast Rescue Boats and Davits which have been achieved over many years of research and prictical experience. Norsafe has act routinely as a technical consultant to relevant authorities when detailed product information is required. We are pleased to showcase our most relevant models, Merlin 6.15m, Mako 6.55m and Magnum 7.5m as well as general discussions regarding Norsafe procuts. Norsafe is also exploring alternative evacuation possibilities for large passenger vessels such as the “Rescube” concept. Please come and visit us at stand 8.3 during the event.
On-Waves
On-Waves is a leading telecommunications service provider in wireless mobile network communications offering GSM and CDMA coverage, along with a comprehensive suite of enhanced services to Ferries & Cruise Ships, Cargo Ships, Offshore Installations, Fishing vessels, Private yachts, Business Aviation jets and remote terrestrial locations.
With a combination of the latest technologies; excellent voice and data quality, redundant fiber links to all major VSAT satellite providers, up to date services and seamless service for GSM and CDMA phones, On-Waves brings to both passengers and crew members, an on-board wireless experience matching that which users experience on land.
On-Waves is a subsidiary of Siminn (formerly Iceland Telecom), a well known International mobile phone carrier with 1,600 employees and over 500 GSM roaming agreements. Siminn was the very first Maritime GSM provider in the world and the first to offer its services to the Cruise industry, beginning in 2003 on a World Tour Cruise.
Port of Bergen, Bergen Tourist Board
Bergen - “Seeking ferry Newcastle-Western Norway” with Port of Bergen, Haugesund and Stavanger as reference ports.
The route between Bergen and Newcastle have a 130 years long tradition. The route ended in Agust 2006, and both the freight market, operators as well as the passengers and the metioned ports in Western Norway want to have a new ferry company/operator to re-establish the route, and to maintain the good cooperation, relation and tradition between the two countries and cities.
Port of Tyne
A highly successful commercial business with five business areas: bulk & conventional cargo, car terminals, cruise & ferries, logistics and estates, the Port of Tyne’s aim is to create a vibrant, sustainable Port of Tyne. Traditionally famous for its coal exports, the radical changes in the UK’s mining industry during the 1990s created an urgent need for the port to diversify to remain viable. Consequently, the port has successfully entered into new markets, ranging from car exports, imports and trans-shipments, through to logistics and cruise, helping it earn the accolade of European Port of the Year for three consecutive years, and runner up in the Seatrade Insider Cruise Port of the Year 2008. There has been a ferry route to Norway since the 1880’s; this closed in 2009 and the Port of Tyne is actively seeking new operators to re-open the route from its International Passenger Terminal in North Shields.
Quintek Epos Solutions
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.
Revenue Technology Services
RTS offers state of the art solutions and industry leading services to grow your revenues, increase margins, enhance productivity, and improve your customers’ experience. RTS is the leading provider of scheduling, revenue management, and pricing solutions for the airline and cruise ferry industries. We enable you to gain insight into your business, accelerate your growth, and capture your full potential. Our solutions will provide you with the art of increasing profits powered by science through innovation. Our experience delivering business solutions in the Travel and Transportation Industry spans over three decades and many happy and satisfied customers.
Siemens AG, Energy Sector
The Siemens Energy Sector is the world’s leading supplier of a complete spectrum of products, services and solutions for the generation, transmission and distribution of power and for the extraction, conversion and transport of oil and gas. In fiscal 2009 (ended September 30), the Energy Sector had revenues of approximately EUR25.8 billion and received new orders totaling approximately EUR30 billion. On September 30, 2009, the Energy Sector had a work force of more than 85,100.
As the world’s only integrated energy infrastructure company covering the entire energy conversion chain, Siemens delivers intelligent, trendsetting answers to the increasingly complex challenges the energy business faces. The close and smooth interaction of all fields of technology and expertise at Siemens results in products, solutions, and services that meet the challenges of the changing energy landscape.
Siemens have developed a SIHARBOR / SIPLINK solution for connecting Ships on Onshore power (OPS). SIHARBOR is fully engineered solution for shore to ship connections, which also saves ship owners money and reduces emissions while berthed.
TEAM ELECTRIC INTERNATIONAL LTD
Air purification solutions for your entire fleet
Introducing Desinfinator, the world’s most advanced air purification systems.
Eliminate the strongest odours, remove airborne bacteria, deal with mould problems and reduce grease build up in galley ducting using our highly efficient air cleaning technology which is based on an unique method of using nanotechnology and combining some of the most antiseptic air cleaning processes known today.
All products are easily installed and maintained.
In addition Team Electric offers full support ranging from system design, installation and maintenance.
Turnkey electrical projects
As a marine medium size electrical engineers (€ 4 mill. turnover) we are able to provide a full range of flexible services to support the shipping industry from survey, design, installation, commissioning and material delivery worldwide with a very short lead time.
Versonix Corporation
Versonix’ Seaware rule-based reservation solution delivers industry-leading Yield Management, Cargo Handling and Customer Relationship functionality. The Seaware solution provides a complete, reliable and flexible platform that allows companies to maximize operating efficiencies and customer satisfaction. Seaware enhances customer relations effortlessly by effectively supporting Sales and Marketing, Reservations, Yield and Revenue Management. Seaware serves as a common point for all distribution channels including the Internet, GDS and call center. The Seaware solution allows companies to respond quickly and effectively to dynamic changes in their industry. 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.
CLIENTS
Worldwide, Versonix 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.
Wireless Maritime Services (WMS) / MTN
Wireless Maritime Services (WMS) offers an advanced cellular roaming network onboard Cruise Ships and Ferries providing voice, text messaging and data services to guests and crew with over 300 carriers worldwide using their carrier own handset and phone number. The WMS cellular service is available onboard while the ship is at sea. International roaming charges apply and are billed to the guest by their home carrier.
WMS also provides inexpensive pre-paid telephony services specifically designed to allow the crew to call home whilst at sea.
MTN Satellite Communications is a global service provider of satellite communications, connectivity and content services in remote locations around the world. WMS and MTN work closely together to offer integrated total communications solutions for the maritime market.
Wärtsilä Corporation
Wärtsilä is a global leader in complete lifecycle power solutions for the marine and energy markets. By emphasising technological innovation and total efficiency, Wärtsilä maximises the environmental and economic performance of the vessels and power plants of its customers. In 2009, Wärtsilä’s net sales totalled EUR 5.3 billion with more than 18,000 employees. The company has operations in 160 locations in 70 countries around the world. Wärtsilä is listed on the NASDAQ OMX Helsinki, Finland.
Hogia Ferry Systems
Hogia is this year celebrating its 30th year in the IT industry and has for more than 20 years been active with IT systems for the ferry and transport industry. More than 12 million passengers per year as well as vehicles and cargo units are served by Hogia’s customers on four continents. Hogia provides a standard software application for full sales and operations support in a ferry business including booking, ticket sales, payment registration, check in, embarkation, back-office and financial routines, Customer Management and Data Warehouse modules. Together with our sister companies in the Hogia Transport business sector we serve ferries, port terminals, public transports and logistic providers with mission critical systems for the whole transport industry providing seamless 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 and VingCard, Hogia offer an extensive IT solution for any travel or transport company.
Sponsors & exhibitors
