INSTITUTION NEWS

New Corporate Partner member in Germany

The Institution welcomes RWO GmbH _ Marine Water Technology of Germany and Te Serbian Register of Shipping as the latest companies to demonstrate their commitment to high professional standards by it engineers by becoming Corporate Partner members of the Institution. Te Serbian Register of Shipping is the first Corporate Partner member in Serbia. Companies or organisations, whether large or small, who

are interested in becoming a Corporate Partner and thereby demonstrating their commitment to high professional standards should contact the Chief Executive at hq@rina.org.uk for further information.

The Naval Architect journal wins international award

2010 MarineBiz International Maritime Excellence Award for the Best Maritime Media has been presented to Te Naval Architect journal, published by the Royal Institution of Naval Architects. Te Award was received on behalf of the

Institution by Mr Harry Karanasos, Chairman of the RINA UAE Branch, at the ShipTek2010 International Maritime Expo and Conference

THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH

It’s not the towering sail, but the unseen wind that moves the ship

English Proverb

He that would learn to pray, let him go to sea.

English Proverb

Smooth seas do not make skillful sailors

English Proverb

The ship that will not obey the helm will have to obey the rocks.

English Proverb

Dinner, held in Dubai. Tis Award is conferred upon the maritime

media which enjoys an inimitable position in the international shipping community. It recognizes the innovative strategies and solutions, depth of insight in the maritime world, undulating reputation of the media in the maritime community for its informative editorial integrity, firm coverage and sharp

Mr H Karanaosos receive the MarineBiz International Maritime Excellence Award.

analysis of the real stories behind the news headlines. The Judging Panel particularly noted the Te Naval Architect’s quality coverage of environmental issues and the recent feature on the Chinese shipbuilding industry.

Other nominations for the 2010 Award

were Shipping World and Ship Builder, Marine Propulsion and GreenPort Journal.

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