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MARITIME

REPORTER

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ENGINEERING NEWS

Passenger Vessel Annual 26 What's Hot... What's Not

The market for ferries — fast versions and otherwise — and dinnerboats appears to be strong bets in 2004. 30 Addition by Subtraction

Washington State Ferries invested in emission reduction tech- nology, which it found actually paid for itself.

U.S. Navy 32 The AEGIS Modernization Program

The U.S. Navy's Cruiser Modernization program is designed to extend the service life and enhnace the combat capabilities of 22 AEGIS cruisers. — by Edward H. Lundquist

Investment in Design 36 Will there be a Feeder Frenzy

With the publicity given to very large containerships. a forgot- ten niche is the much smaller feeder market. David Tinsley reports that there could be a market for up to 986 vessels.

FUDUNO UNIVERSAL AIS FA-100

Contents

The Shipbuilding Report 16 "Happy" New Year?

Many signs point to a strong year for ship and boatbuilders.

Government Update 18 The Chop Shop

The recycling of ships has become a political hot potato, and was the topic at recent IMO meetings. • Contractors • Manufacturers • Engineers • Quality Interiors • Turnkey Deck Houses & Crew Modules • Steel Fabrication and Erection

JAMESTOWN

Contractors • Manufacturers • Engineers • Marine Interiors

Jamestown Metal Marine Sales, Inc. 4710 N.W. Boca Raton Blvd., Suite 400, Boca Raton, Florida 33431

Ph: (561) 994-3900 • Fax: (561) 994-3969 • www.jamestownmetal.com • Sheathing • Dining Room Furnishings • Lounge & Bar Furnishings • Laundry Equipment • Storeroom Shelving & Equipment

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EDITORIAL

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Technical Editor • David Tinsley

Contributing Editor • Dennis L. Bryant

Senior Maritime Counsel, Holland & Knight

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International Maritime Associates

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PUBLISHERS

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