It is noted that there is increasing inroad by diesel propulsion into ranges of powers hitherto preserve of turbine installation, and that tanker sizes are increasing steadily while speeds appear to remain for most part in 15-17 knots range; year's notable motor tankers are mentioned and also developments in auxiliary equipment; tables show owner, builder and main particulars for tankers under construction and on order by major oil companies, motor and steam tankers ordered in 1963, and those completed in 1963.
World tanker developments in 1963
Motor Ship
Motor Ship ; 44 , n 524
1964
5 pages
Article (Journal)
English
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