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DECEMBER 2011 CARIBBEAN COMPASS PAGE 8
BUSINESS BRIEFS
Northern Lights Redefines the Engine Room Using Hybrid Propulsion
Northern Lights, Inc. (NLI), an innovator in the marine-diesel market, is redefining
the traditional engine room with an unmatched hybrid-marine solution.
NLI combines its high-performance Lugger propulsion engines with BAE Systems’
HybriDrive Propulsion System. In service in over 3,500 applications worldwide, this is
the world’s most successful series hybrid. The system uses a Propulsion Control System
to efficiently direct power produced from the electric generator for immediate use,
or holds it in the Energy Storage System to provide clean, quiet power without the
engine, while the propulsion motor provides power to the prop. The system can be
customized to fit myriad marine applications.
“The entire package is designed to be clean, quiet and environmentally responsible,”
said NLI vice president Mike Maynard. “Our hybrid-marine solution eliminates
wet stacking and will reduce both energy waste and fuel costs.”
Because its world-class components are fully scalable, the NLI hybrid-marine system
provides far greater flexibility in engine room layout. It will run not only as a standard
electric propulsion system, but can be configured into an auxiliary power kit to
provide all of the ship’s service AC power without the waste and pollution associated
with underloading. The hybrid system can even be outfitted for accessory power
for modern vessels’ complex systems of thrusters and winches. The system can be
configured for specific vessel needs in the yacht and commercial markets.
NLI is renowned in the marine industry for providing reliable, durable and simpleto-use
power and propulsion systems. Using BAE Systems’ HybriDrive Propulsion and
integration capabilities we are proud to now offer a hybrid-marine solution superior
to other systems currently on the market.
Founded in 1958, Northern Lights is a leading manufacturer of marine-diesel generators,
Lugger propulsion engines and Technicold marine systems. The company’s products
are distributed through a global sales and service network to over 40 countries.
For more information on Northern Lights see ad on page 30.
Marina ZarPar in DR Welcomes Tony Torres
The management of Marina ZarPar in the Dominican Republic is pleased to
announce the appointment of Tony Torres, SSCA Host in the Dominican Republic
and accomplished sailor, as General Manager of the Service and Boat Yard repair
center of Marina ZarPar. In this position, Tony, along with his wife, Lisa, will take
charge of the 70-ton travelift and service area. Both Tony and Lisa are bilingual and
extremely experienced in the area of yacht service.
All inquiries for service should be forwarded to ttorres@marinazarpar.com.
For more information on Marina ZarPar see ad on page 28.
Do You ‘Like’ St. Lucia’s Marigot Beach Club?
Visit Marigot Beach Club’s Facebook page to learn all about exciting changes to
the resort, exclusive travel packages and special promotions and contests!
For more information on Doolittle’s Bar at Marigot Beach Club see ad on page 37.
Timeless African Jewelry at Art Fabrik, Grenada
Chris and Lilo report: Handmade glass beads and lost-wax jewelry, combined with
different exotic materials, remind travel-lovers of the history of trade with Africa in
the 16th century. The reflection of those adventurous trading voyages opens gates
to the dreams of sailors. In any of these beautiful ethnic pieces you can find the
story of an artisan, some of whom fire recycled bottles and scrap metal into the
most exciting handcrafted creations.
You will find a selection of pieces made in Ghana in the Art Fabrik shop on Young
Street, in St. George’s, Grenada. The fusion of our handmade batik and wearable
art with this precious jewelry selection demonstrates that we belong to the global
artisan family of the fairtrade world. We are looking forward to meeting all of you in
our orange house on Young Street.
For more information on Art Fabrik see ad in the Market Place section, pages 42
through 45.
New Dealer in St. Martin for Coppercoat Antifouling
Boat Paint & Stuff in St. Martin is the new Caribbean dealer for Coppercoat antifouling
paint.
Coppercoat is based upon an inherently waterproof epoxy resin. As such, the
application of Coppercoat helps to protect GRP vessels against osmotic attack.
Being epoxy based, Coppercoat is non-eroding and causes less harm to the environment
than conventional antifoul paints. The complete treatment has been tested
and approved by the Health and Safety Executive, in compliance with UK and
EU law.
No more expensive and unpleasant annual stripping and repainting of hulls. Simply
hose down the hull at regular intervals (commonly once a year), to remove any
build-up of slime.
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