Photo: Royal Caribbean International
Photo: Flensburger Schiffbau-Gesellschaft GmbH
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Germany’s shipbuilding industry has closed 2008
with a considerable increase of its production. Although 2009 will become a challenging time even
for Germany’s shipbuilders they seem to be comparatively well prepared. Pages 14–20.
Mr. William S. Wright Captain of Oasis of the Seas
has two roles: he is commanding the ship and working as Senior Vice President of Marine Operations in
Royal Caribbean International. Pages 22–23.
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Shipyards at Crossroads
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German Yards: Masters of efficiency and innovativeness
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Oasis is based on Safe Return To Port Concept
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Superfast IX is now M/S Atlantic Vision
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Beverage Dispensing system installation supplied by BevTec on Oasis of the Seas
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The second Oasis-class cruise ship is taking shape in Turku
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A turnkey solution for improving welding productivity
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Azipod system reduce fuel consumption
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Research Adds Value to Ship Technology and Shipping
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Improving ship performance with state of the art technology
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Energy-efficient air conditioning on luxury cruise vessels
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Winside Wind Turbines for Professional Use
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YIT – worth your confidence
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A new light weight insulation solution by Saint-Gobain for ships
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Make onboard Venues deliver the “WOW” – Effect
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M/S Baltic Princess is one big party girl
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Energy Savings Brings New Dimensions to Ship Classification
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Quality – Safety – Style
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IVK-Tuote Oy, Finland
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MML – Experienced and reliable partner in refurbishment projects
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Editorial
A Solution to corrosion
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