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Government Update 9 Asleep at the Wheel

Crew fatigue has long been touted as a top cause of marine casualties, but little has been done to remedy the situation. — by Dennis L. Bryant

Marine Communications 24 AIS: Getting it Right the First Time

While rules regarding the installation, training and use of AIS seem relatively clear. Anders Bergstrom reports that higher costs and operational problems could be avoided with a small investment up front.

Finland 32 The New/Old Kid on the Block

Finland, a traditional powerhouse in the high-value ship tech- nology market, has completed its latest transformation with the combining of major shipyards under the Aker Finnyards banner.

Megayachts 34 M-147 Breaks New Ground

Designer Hermidas Atabeyki and Blohm + Voss have conspired to develop a truly revolutionary megayacht. 38 Security Concers Top the List

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