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SMC celebrates the delivery of 70,000 dwt woodchip carrier
In a grand celebration, SMC proudly announces the successful delivery of two state-of-the-art 70,000 DWT wood chip carriers – the mv “SDM HUBEI” and mv “SDM BEIHAI”, delivered in March and April 2024 respectively. These two vessels were contracted by the Bank of Communications Financials Leasing Co., Ltd for the construction at the CSSC Chengxi Shipyard in Yangzhou, China.
This achievement marks a significant milestone in SMC’s journey and entry into the wood chip carriers’ sector, with the “SDM HUBEI” and “SDM BEIHAI” representing high end specification and modern design of vessels. Both vessels have been classed by ABS, meeting the stringent requirements of the Liberia flag.
Launching of 7,600 CBM LNG Bunkering Vessel at CIMC SOE
SMC is pleased to report Launching of 7,600 m3 LNG bunkering vessel, Hull No. S1062 at CIMC Sinopacific Offshore & Engineering Co., Ltd. China. This is the second of three vessels ordered by Seaspan ULC, Canada.
The vessel will be classed by BV and built to Canadian flag requirements. Delivery of the vessel is scheduled for September 30, 2024.
Steel Cutting of 93,500 TLC Floating Dry Dock at BSIC
SMC is delighted to announce Steel Cutting of 93,500 TLC floating dry dock, Hull No. FDD93.5K-1 at Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding Co. Ltd., China. This is the first FDD in a series of two, with capacities of 93,500 TLC and 120,000 TLC , ordered by Grand Bahama Shipyard, Bahamas.
This floating dry dock will be classed by LR and built to Bahamas flag requirements. The anticipated delivery date is 7 August, 2025.
Keel Laying of 13,200 TEU Container at SHI
SMC is pleased to announce Keel Laying of 13,200 TEU container vessel, Hull No. SN2627 at Samsung Heavy Industries, Korea. This is the tenth in a series of thirteen vessels ordered by Wanhai Line Ltd, Taiwan.
The vessel will be classed by ABS & CR and built to Singapore flag requirements. It is scheduled for delivery on 5 September, 2024.
Steel Cutting of 63,600 DWT Bulk Carrier at COSCO (Zhoushan)
SMC is pleased to announce Steel Cutting of 63,600 DWT bulk carrier, Hull No. N1162 at COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Co., Ltd. Zhoushan, China. This vessel is the first in a series of four ordered by Yasa Shipmanagement & Trading S.A., Turkey.
The vessel will be classed by LR and built to Marshall flag requirements. It is scheduled for delivery on 16 January, 2025.
Steel Cutting of 211,000 DWT Bulk Carrier at COSCO (Yangzhou)
SMC is delightful to announce Steel Cutting of 211,000 DWT bulk carrier, Hull No. N1158 at COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry (Yangzhou), China. This vessel is the second in a series of two ordered by Xiehai Bulk Shipping Pte. Ltd.
The vessel will be classed by ABS and built to Singapore flag requirements. It is scheduled for delivery at end of February 2025.
Launching of 63,600 DWT Bulk Carrier at COSCO (Zhoushan)
SMC is pleased to announce Launching of 63,600 DWT bulk carrier, Hull No. N1091 at COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Co., Ltd, Zhoushan, China. This vessel is the sixth in a series of eight ordered by Bank of Communications Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. Shanghai, China.
The vessel will be classed by BV and built to Liberia flag requirements, scheduled to be delivered on 8 June, 2024.
Steel Cutting of 174,000 CBM LNG Carrier at HHI
SMC is delighted to disclose the Steel Cutting of 174,000 m3 LNG carrier, Hull No. 3321 at Hyundai Heavy Industries, Korea. This vessel was ordered by Global Meridian Holdings Limited.
The vessel will be classed by DNV and built to Republic of Liberia flag requirements. Delivery of the vessel is scheduled on 18 August, 2025.
Steel Cutting of 37,000 DWT Bulk Carrier at DSIC
SMC is pleased to announce Steel Cutting of 37,000 DWT LakeMax General Cargo, Hull No. BC37K-6 at DSIC Shanhaiguan Shipbuilding Industry Co., China. The vessel is the sixth in a series of twelve ordered by Polsteam, Poland.
The vessel will be classed by LR and built to Malta flag requirements. It is scheduled to be delivered on 18 March, 2025.
SMC unveils innovative Mobile App for PAL-NB
Schulte Marine Concept is excited to announce the launch of the new PAL-NB mobile application, a significant advancement in our suite of ‘Project and site supervision management tools’. Since its inception in 2015, our PAL-NB software has been instrumental in streamlining process management and progress monitoring of new building and conversion projects, earning high praise from both our supervision teams and clients.
PAL-NB Mobile: Revolutionizing Site Supervision
In our continuous pursuit of HSE enhancement, innovation and performance quality and efficiency, we’ve developed the PAL-NB mobile application with the aim of further automating and standardizing the supervision process and enhancing process compliance by site inspectors. The app is designed with several key objectives:
- minimizing manual effort with preparation of Safety and Quality NCRs
- facilitating the creation of Safety and Quality NCRs drafts directly from mobile devices on site
- enabling automatic uploading of inspection photographs to PAL-NB system
- minimizing the use of multiple devices
- reducing screen time.
Who are the beneficiates?
The direct and primary beneficiaries of this technological leap are on-site safety, supervisors, and site managers.
Key Functionalities
| PAL-NB mobile functionality | Description |
|---|---|
| Operating systems | Android, IOS. |
| Auto syncing of photos | Inspection photographs can be uploaded into PAL-NB software by auto syncing without any wired connections. |
| Naming of photographs | Options are available on naming photograph or letting system auto name. |
| Auto sorting of photographs and drafts | Photographs can be auto sorted by the software and placed in respective projects / hulls. |
| NCR drafts | NCR drafts can be created using a mobile device on site, or onboard or during FAT inspections. Both quality and safety NCRs. |
| Auto syncing of NCR drafts | NCR drafts created while on site can be synced with PAL-NB software over Wi-Fi or mobile network, at user’s option. Once synced, NCR drafts can be completed and issued to Builder from PAL-NB software. |
| Auto deletion of photographs | Once uploaded into PAL-NB, photographs and NCR drafts are auto deleted to keep the mobile device free. |
| Authentication | Password or biometric based at user’s option. |
PAL-NB mobile app is developed to be compatible with and works seamlessly with
PAL-NB V4.
We are excited about this new addition to our digital toolbox and look forward to seeing it in action, enhancing our project management capabilities and delivering value to our clients.
