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MARITIME

REPORTER

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ENGINEERING NEWS

Contents

Government Update 21 Is Water Transport Shortchanged?

The new Ocean Policy Study doesn't put the commercial marine industry in proper perspective. — by Dennis L. Bryant

The 2004 World Yearbook 26 Challenges Facing IMO

Just six months on the job and Mr. Efthimios E. Mitropoulos,

IMO Secretary General, has his hands full. Here he lays out the challenges for the maritime industry in the coming years. 30 Flooding the Market

Maritime artist James Flood's life passion has been bringing the sea to canvas. 32 Containerships: Full Steam Ahead?

David Tinsley analyzes the recent history and future prospects of this torrid market. 34 Oil & Offshore Market • 38 LNG Market • 42 Tech Review 46 Security & Commerce

On the eve of July 1, 2004, U.S. Coast Guard Commandant

Admiral Thomas H. Collins discusses the need to balance maritime security concerns with commerce needs. 70 The Deepwater Wake-Up Call

The USCG Deepwater Program needs to stay relavent to evolving ops demands. — by Capt. Gordon I. Peterson • Contractors • Manufacturers • Engineers • Quality Interiors • Turnkey Deck Houses & Crew Modules • Steel Fabrication and Erection

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