Flanking Rudders –- Gilbert Associates Marine Engineers
Flanking Rudders: Why Towboats Rely on Them for Real Control For towboats, inland river navigation can mean tight maneuvering in shallow or narrow waterways, fighting strong currents, and plenty of twists and turns. Add to these challenging conditions the burden of pushing barges, and it quickly becomes apparent that operating a river towboat requires more […]
Boat Refits, Retrofits & Vessel Conversions – Gilbert Associates Marine Engineers
Behind the Bulkhead: What Goes Into a Boat Refit or Vessel Conversion? As a commercial vessel ages, its operator must face an important decision: should they continue making piecemeal repairs as issues arise, knowing that critical parts for older onboard equipment are often hard to find and repair costs can accumulate to the point where […]
Vessel Repowering Blog
Vessel Repowering: Benefits, Challenges, and What to Expect When You Repower a Diesel Boat Repowering can benefit a vessel in various ways, including extended lifespan, greater efficiency, and improved performance. However, the challenges of repowering a boat can be equally varied and daunting. In this blog, we’ll explore what you may expect from the repowering […]