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What's a sacrificial anode, sagging sampson-post or scum valve?
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AHTS SIEM PEARL
Anchor Handling, Tug, Supply Vessel SIEM PEARL, based on Wärtsilä Ship Design’s VS491 CD design, was delivered in 2009 by Kleven Yard in Ulsteinvik (Norway).
Bridge visibility
Risk of collision has always accompanied marine transport. Despite improved navigating equipment, this risk is even greater today due to the growing number of bigger and faster vessels.
Governor, speed governor
During normal operation, the engine speed is controlled by a governor which regulates the injected fuel quantity corresponding to the load. The governor shall prevent the engine from exceeding the rated speed by more than 15%.