Scott Ure MBA, CEng, CMarEng

TECHNICAL ACCESS (TA) - Love it or hate it... it's a necessary evil in dry dock. I hear the arguements from both the yard and Owners side. Often missed in docking specifications but often essential for simplifying a repair, installation or coating scope. Punching a hole in the hull to make the job more convenient - give it a go, may save those manhours overall ;) 👉🏻 The ONLY contact you need for marine & offshore life cycle support [email protected] +44 7535513545 www.dockspec.com TRUST US TO SAFEGUARD YOUR PROJECT #dockspecmarine #shiprepair #drydocks #marineengineering #shipyards #shipyard #technicalsuperintendent #drydock #drydockmanagement #marineindustry #technicalsuperintendent #maritime #technicalmanagement #shipmanagement  #marineconsulting  #prepurchaseinspections #tankers #surveying  #purchaseinspector   #marineconsulting  #marinesurvey #marineinsurance #marineclaims #marinemoney

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Ho-hum.....another new CEO announces further delays! CMALs Glen Sannox not in service until the end of October at the earliest. Like the entire contract, I think they are underestimating the time to finish, commision, seatrail and handover the ship on LNG. Calmac then working it up and bringing it into service on LNG with passengers and vehicles on the Arran route by end Oct is rather optimistic to say the least. Anyone in the shipping industry could have told them there was “a lack of available expert knowledge and qualified resources in the UK around LNG systems" before the contract was awarded. There still is that lack of knowledge and qualified resources. Why just not go to Europe and hire it in? In 2014/15 the contract for these ships should have gone to Remontowa in Poland as the world leader in small to medium LNG ferries. Both ships would have been in service many years ago and cost the Scottish tax payers £100m instead of £428 million. What could have been done with a spare £328 million? On the positive side it kept a lot of people employed over the 10 years, and rewarded some very handsomely along the way such as turnaround Director Tim Hair Et al. https://lnkd.in/exNE9NT3

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A Furry Twist in the Office: When Real Cats and Caterpillar Specialists Collide! Step into the lively offices of Ceeport Marine Services, where the salty sea air mixes with the buzz of activity. Among the hustle and bustle, there's a spot that's causing quite the stir – and it's not your typical workplace scene. Picture this: a proud poster proclaiming our expertise as "Caterpillar Specialists" hangs on the wall, a nod to our prowess in handling those big, powerful machines. But what steals the spotlight isn't a roaring engine or blueprints; it's something much softer and cuddlier – a real-life cat! That's right – in a case of life imitating art (or maybe just a playful prank from our feline friend), a fluffy cat has decided to make itself at home right under the nose of its mechanical namesake. And let me tell you, it's a sight that brings a smile to everyone's face! Now, I'm not one to jump to conclusions, but it seems this cat has a knack for comedy. While we're busy with our work, pouring over technical details and plans, this furry little rascal lounges with an air of supreme confidence, as if to say, "Move aside, heavy machinery. The real specialist has arrived!" Reactions around the office vary, as you might expect. Some folks see it as a delightful addition, adding a touch of charm and personality to our workspace. Others are left scratching their heads (and not just because of allergies). "What's next?" they ask. "A parrot on the payroll? A dolphin in the break room?" Well, who knows? When you mix business with a bit of furry fun, anything is possible! But amidst the laughter and puzzled looks, there's a warmth that fills the room. In a world of steel and deadlines, it's a gentle reminder that a little bit of whimsy can go a long way. So, the next time you visit Ceeport Marine Services, take a moment to enjoy the unexpected sight of our feline friend perched atop a bag of CAT. After all, who wouldn't want a fluffy supervisor keeping an eye on things? CEEPORT MARINE SERVICES Hamburg FactorShip GmbH LEITENBERGER Group Hussain Sabramooz Majid Godarzi

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