The Changing Scene of Merchant Shipping - Couverture souple

Hucknall, David

 
9780752493398: The Changing Scene of Merchant Shipping

Synopsis

The shipping industry is one of constant, dramatic change. Driven by a multitude of factors, including globalisation, technological advances, the demand for higher efficiency and ever-larger boats, mergers and acquisitions have taken place to change the playing field of the industry immensely. Here David Hucknall delves into his stunning collection of unique photographs to highlight the changing scene of the merchant shipping industry since the late 1990s, documenting its fast-paced development. Taken primarily in the UK, but also in important ports such as Hamburg and Vancouver, all are complemented by diligently researched and informative captions, making this volume a must-read for all modern shipping enthusiasts.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

The shipping industry is one of constant, dramatic change. Driven by a multitude of factors, including globalisation, technological advances, the demand for higher efficiency and ever-larger boats, mergers and acquisitions have taken place to change the playing field of the industry immensely. Here David Hucknall delves into his stunning collection of unique photographs to highlight the changing scene of the merchant shipping industry since the late 1990s, documenting its fast-paced development. Taken primarily in the UK, but also in important ports such as Hamburg and Vancouver, all are complemented by diligently researched and informative captions, making this volume a must-read for all modern shipping enthusiasts.

Biographie de l'auteur

David Hucknall is the author of seven railway titles, including "British Diesel Locomotives," "Engine Sheds in Camera," and "Signals and Signal-Boxes of Great Britain." He has an extensive collection of merchant shipping photographs, and has previously published "Merchant Shipping: 50 Years in Photographs."

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