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New & Notable

A&B Industries Delivers

Model-Bow Tug To Luhr Bros.

A&B Industries of Morgan City locat- ed in Amelia, La. recently delivered a 76 x 26 x 10 ft. (23.1 x 7.9 x 3 m) model- bow tug to Luhr Bros. Contractors of

Columbia, 111. The Bill G will be pro- viding service for Luhr Bros, in its con- struction operations on the waters of

Lake Michigan.

Several special features were required to work in the area due to low bridge clearance and high water conditions.

Among these requirements were that all equipment above the Pilothouse roof be designed to fold down. Both the Mast and Radar Base were designed to meet

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HUGO

Training for Ferry Bridge Teams

Medium or High Speed - Safety Still Counts

Two simulator-based training modules have been developed especially for Captains and Mates on ferries. These are: Transition from Conventional to High-Speed Operations and Bridge Resource Management (BRM) for

High Speed Craft (HSC). These five-day courses, for classes of 3-4 officers each, are being conducted at our

Newport, Rhode Island facility.

For more information, or to schedule courses, please call Captain Frank Julian at (800) 341-1353 or Captain Vic Goldberg at (800) 877-5343. www.marinesafety.com

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MOTOR-SERVICES

Your Source Fo

STAMP, INC.

Deutz 1015 marine engine 364-762 HP

Motor-Services Hugo Stamp, Inc. is your source for marine power.

As an authorized distributor for DEUTZ engines, it's our job to get you running and to keep you running. Deutz engines are designed with economy, durability and low maintenance in mind. Our experienced service, engineering and installation teams are available to meet your needs 24-hours a day worldwide.

To learn more, contact us at 1-800- 622-6747 or e-mail [email protected] or fax your request to (954) 763-2872.

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Main propulsion is supplied by two

Caterpillar 3508B diesels, producing a total of 1,710 hp at 1,800 rpm. The engines are connected to Michigan 70 x 60-in. four-bladed, stainless steel wheels through Twin Disc MG-5310DC marine gears with 4.96:1 reduction ratios; pneumatic controls are from

Wabco and hydraulic steering is provid- ed by ESI.

Able to run at approximately 13 knots, the ship's service power comes from twin Caterpillar 3304B gensets, sparking 65kw of electricity each — all of which were serviced by Louisiana

Machinery's Morgan City location.

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Morrelli and Melvin Teams Up

With Knight And Carver

Morrelli and Melvin has joined forces with Knight and Carver Yacht Center to launch a trio of fiberglass vessels, built to USCG and ABS standards, and certi- fied for operations on Exposed Waters.

The hulls have a shape designed for ease of construction and can be built out of various materials. Cruising at speeds from 23 knots to 30 knots allows the operators to reach their destinations in less time.

The company collaborated on a 65-ft. (19.8-m) fast ferry Fjordland Catama- ran, which can carry 49 passengers at 28 knots between Skagway, Haines, and

Juneau, Alaska. Built for Alaska Fjord- lines, this sleek, smooth power catama- ran features comfortable, aircraft-style seating and large windows to provide excellent viewing for all passengers.

The 60-ft. (18.2 m) Charter Cat Lucky

Lady has been deployed this summer along the rugged Hawaiian coast, cruis- ing at speeds of 22 knots, carrying up to 49 passengers for whale watching and snorkeling. Built for Kauai Sea Tours, its twin 6125A Lugger diesels each pro- duce 425 hp offering passengers a fast, comfortable ride, and the owner's sav- ings with fuel efficiency.

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