News
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Nov Orcades Marine recently completed a successful client representative operation for the tow of the Magallanes tidal platform “ATIR” from Scapa Flow, Orkney to Vigo, Spain. The ATIR is a 1.5MW capacity tidal platform and was first towed to Orkney in September 2018 and successfully deployed to the Falls of Warness site off the east cost […]
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Aug We’re proud to share that we have recently concluded a successful soil and water sample collection campaign between Pulau Ubin and Pulau Tekong for an NUS (National University of Singapore) research project. Working from a small vessel over 8 days at sea, our director Alex Ng lead and executed a rigourous sampling plan gathering high-quality […]
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Aug Our CEO, David, had a productive week in Singapore recently, with reconnecting with old friends and meeting new business colleagues and a brief visit to Kuala Lumpur in between. He even managed to squeeze in a quick inspection of the two vessels that Orcades Marine Asia has chartered for the forthcoming sampling work in local […]
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Dec We are seeking a full crew of suitably qualified seafarers for a delivery voyage of a tug (347 GRT) expected to take place in the first quarter of next year (around 7 days voyage); – Master – Mate – Chief Engineer – Engineer – AB x2 There may also be a requirement for some preparation […]
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Nov We’re thrilled to be attending the International WorkBoat Show in New Orleans next week, November 12th-14th. Our Managing Director, David Thomson, will be visiting to showcase the services we offer for the workboat industry, including ship delivery and towage, small boat surveys, naval architecture, and more. To find out more about our services, click here. […]
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Sep Lifejacket Servicing Update! We are thrilled to announce that we have recently been certified to enable us to service Crewsaver lifejackets. This exciting development adds to our existing portfolio range of lifejacket brands that we are certified to service, including Ocean Safety, Spinlock, Typhoon, Mullion, and more! At Orcades Marine, we are always committed to ensuring […]
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Aug Understanding Reactivation and Ship Delivery Reactivation and ship delivery are niche but nevertheless important services in the maritime industry, ensuring that vessels can be safely and efficiently brought back into service and transported to their designated locations. Orcades Marine excels in providing these services, offering a comprehensive approach to managing every aspect of the process. […]
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Jul Importance of Regulatory Compliance in the Maritime Industry Regulatory compliance in the maritime industry is crucial for ensuring safety, protecting the environment, enhancing operational efficiency, avoiding legal and financial consequences, and maintaining stakeholder trust. Compliance requires navigating a complex and evolving landscape of regulations, demanding significant technical, operational, and financial investments. Marine consultants are vital […]
