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LAPTHORN
Roy Cressey profiles the firm of Lapthorn & Co, which operates coasters with names prefixed Hoo and has the largest coastal and short sea cargo fleet flying the British flag.

ICE PATROL
Jim Shaw traces the history of the ice patrol, established in the 1900s and responsible for keeping track of icebergs, ensuring they are not a danger to shipping.

IWO JIMA
Nick Hall looks at Iwo Jima and Tarawa class assault ships, vessels which not only transformed the United States’ amphibious capabilities in the Cold War but also proved very effective since.

PLUS . . .
Many more features, as well as regulars including news columns covering the ferry, cruise, cargo and naval scenes. Contents subject to change.