December 2021

Table of Contents

1. Great Ships [ of 2021 ]

   While the impact of COVID continues to linger globally, the maritime industry continues to move forward, particularly in regards to the creation and adoption of innovative technologies to reduce ship emissions. This year we feature six ships, led by UECC’s Auto Advance, the first in a series of “Dual Fuel LNG Batter Hybrid” PCTCs.

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2. Offshore Renewable: The Future is Floating (Wind)

   Floating offshore wind is ready to hit the mainstream. With GW-scale developments on the horizon, what will the infrastructure look like? By Elaine Maslin

   p. 18

3. Great Historical Ships: USS Langley was a Trailblazer

   Most people think of USS Langley as America’s first aircraft carrier—CV 1. While that’s true, and being the first flattop in the fleet is an honorable distinction, Langley began life as a collier—USS Jupiter, which itself was a relatively new concept of delivering fuel to the afloat forces where they need it. By Edward Lundquist

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4. The Final Word: Call for the USNS Walter Munk

   How to Honor America’s Greatest Oceanographer: Call for the USNS Walter Munk. Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet, Ph.D., U.S. Navy (retired)

   p. 42

5. The Path to Zero: Simulate Cleaner Shipping

   SIM is a technology with the potential to make a significant contribution to maritime decarbonization, writes Patrick Ryan, ABS

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