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Odfjell and NCC go their separate ways

Tanker Shipping & Trade April/May 2013

After four years of co-operation Odfjell Tankers (Odfjell) and National Chemical Carriers (NCC) have agreed, effective 1 June 2013, to dissolve their pool of 40,000 to 45,000 dwt coated chemical ...

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Tanker Shipping & Trade February/March 2013
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To recertify or replace P/V valves on older vessels
Tanker Shipping & Trade February/March 2013
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Hull strength must not be compromised during loadings
Tanker Shipping & Trade February/March 2013
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New rules may force owners to retrofit safety systems
Tanker Shipping & Trade February/March 2013
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Tanker Shipping & Trade February/March 2013
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Tanker Shipping & Trade February/March 2013
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