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On the Cover: SeaJets, the Palm Beach-based Jetfoil departed the Port of Palm Beach on November 6,1999, inaugu- rating regular service of the jets into Grand Bahama Island. Combining their innovative and high speed operation, the jets are able to cover the 65 nautical miles between the Port and the Island in 99 minutes. Flying over the sea's surface, the

JetFoils leave no wake and can absorb shock waves up to 19 ft. (5.7 m) — with little or no movement in passenger cab- ins. The only two JetFoils operating from U.S. ports, the recently refurbished Boeing 929 jets can accommodate up to 250 passengers. 8 Ship Shape

Technical editor David Tinsley investigates marine electronic innovations, headlined by

Kelvin Hughes' new flat screen bridge system. 17 Marine Propulsion Guide

Marine propulsion technology highlights include the installation of the first Mermaid "pod." A to Z listing of marine propulsion companies. 26 Passenger Vessel Report • Rivages Crossieres receives new luxury liner • United States Lines is flying high • Hornblower meets, beats operational challenges plus... GREAT BOATS of 1999 46 Bye, Bye Billions

Failing to find a suitable alternative to TBT coat- ings could cost shipowners nearly $1 billion per year. 13 20 24 50 53 68 69 72 73

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