Semi-submersible with redundant DP and azimuthing pods
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The Tai An Kou, the first of a pair of 18,000 dwt semi-submersible heavy lift ships, has been completed by Guangzhou Shipyard International. The ship has fully-redundant class 2 dynamic positioning and azimuthing podded propulsion.
Publication Name: Motor Ship
Subject: Transportation industry
ISSN: 0027-2000
Year: 2003
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International law in jeopardy from EU
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The arguments raised against the EUs for forwarding the internationally agreed phase-out dates of single hulltankers are described. The impact of banning single-hull tankers on the dynamics of fleet usage is presented.
Publication Name: Motor Ship
Subject: Transportation industry
ISSN: 0027-2000
Year: 2003
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Breaking ground
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The shipbuilding industry is experiencing a surge in ambition. Companies like Hyundai, Samsung and DSME are branching off into passenger ships. The article provides additional information on the shipbuilding industry.
Publication Name: Motor Ship
Subject: Transportation industry
ISSN: 0027-2000
Year: 2003
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