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23rd May 2024, 04:35 PM
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A slow news day?
Just read this article.
PNTL ships may soon have sails fitted.
Big question though!!! why was it sticking around th Anglesey.
To me obvious weathering and waiting for a berth, but as usual the media add a wee touch of Merde Le taureau.
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/travel/new...ey/ar-BB1mVyd1
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24th May 2024, 12:23 PM
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Re: A slow news day?
The concept of ships with sails of sorts has been around fora couple of years now, but only a concept ship has been seen.


Happy daze John in Oz.
Life is too short to blend in.
John Strange R737787
World Traveller

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24th May 2024, 04:19 PM
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Re: A slow news day?
To date there is at least one chemical tanker and two Newcastle max bulkers fitted with some form of wind sails, they expect around 5% saving on fuel costs.
Rgds
J.A
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