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Some of us wanted to run a photo of each of the 300 vessels we've built.

But cooler heads prevailed.

When your enthusiasm for ship- building knows no bounds, it's easy to get carried away

For more than 35 years

Gladding-Hearn has produced exceptional commercial vessels.

And pioneered the demanding technology of high-quality marine construction.

But the true character of our success is the ability to anticipate the future. In short, it takes vision.

And it also takes experience to integrate aesthetic and practical functions with brilliant engineer- ing. Not to mention custom detail- ing and passenger comfort.

All of which means an intelli- gent understanding of our custo- mers' needs. We look at things like rate of speed, fuel consumption, sea conditions, and passenger revenue miles as they affect your operation.

And we consider the commu- nication process between ourselves and our customers every bit as important as the engineering.

Dependability is the true test of any vessel. To reach that goal requires fastidious attention to detail. A Gladding-Hearn hallmark.

Furthermore, all our vessels meet U.S. Coast Guard and ABS requirements.

The point is simple. If you're looking to build we can offer com- plete fabrication from a push barge to a high-speed catamaran carrying 600 passengers.

Finally, we believe the service and support we offer reflects our people and their special commitment.

And, of course, a unique vision that pinpoints the cutting edge of world-class shipbuilding.

For more information about our company and a copy of our brochure, "Vision',' call 508-676-8596.

Or if you prefer, write to

Gladding-Hearn Shipbuilding,

The Duclos Corporation,

One Riverside Ave., Box 300,

Somerset, MA 02726.

Discover how our experience can make nice profits part of your vision.

GLADDINC-HEARN

SHIPBUILDING

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