michael mott Posted February 25, 2014 #1 Posted February 25, 2014 (edited) I just finished reading this very interesting and informative book about the shipping industry. Rose journeys from Rotterdam to Singapore aboard the Maersk Kendal. She covers the current state of Piracy and a myriad of topics that include the state of the global fleet and the life-cycles of the big ships their demise. everything that you ever wanted to know about the global movement of stuff, and what it takes in both human and mechanical resources. Overall an informative and entertaining read, Michael Edited February 25, 2014 by michael mott flying_dutchman2, Bettina and mtaylor 3 Quote Current builds Bristol Pilot Cutter 1:8; Skipjack 19 foot Launch 1:8; Herreshoff Buzzards Bay 14 1:8 Other projects Pilot Cutter 1:500 ; Maria, 1:2 Now just a memory Future model Gill Smith Catboat Pauline 1:8 Finished projects A Bassett Lowke steamship Albertic 1:100 Anything you can imagine is possible, when you put your mind to it.
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