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Pictured on this month's cover is the Spanish-built, 311.6-ft. (95-m) Alcantara, from Bazan's Mestral doss. This vessel is a prime example of the trend toward building larger and faster ships. For more cov- erage on the yard's accomplishments in the fast ferry sector, turn to page 62. 14 EUROPEAN UPDATE

Schottel marks its 75th anniversary with the introduction of a new propeller. — by Carol Fulford & Andy Smith 35 MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW

An update on the "green" regulations, services and products influencing the industry, with insight from USCG Radm. James Card, Pete Bontadelli from the State of California, and Associate Editor Bridget Murphy. 62 82

FAST CRAFT REVIEW

While fast ferry technology takes the industry into the next era of development, a German company's new alloy technology is being utilized for crafting these speed-hungry vessels.

AUSTRALIAN MARITIME FOCUS

Australia's position as a forerunner in the high speed market has been established by the dominance of its fast ferries in diverse world markets.

TANKER TECHNOLOGY

Market reports indicate that tanker fleet numbers are up and scrapping rates are down. Look for tables of 1996 sector orders and deliveries.

ALSO 6 Q&A: Spill market discussion with Donjon Environmental^ Bob Umbdenstock. 12 Shipping Merger: P&O and Nedlloyd form new containership company. 16 Contract* 46 Canadian Maritime Review 60 Far East Review — by Alan Thorpe, international editor 93 FERLISHIP's New Contracts Received mm-in ••••••

This month, a special MR/EN supplement focuses on the international repair scene, with a feature story by Alan Thorpe, a World Shipyard Directory, a Marine Literature Review and a preview of London's November Ship Repair & Conversion show.

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