A ferry godfather

Article Abstract:

Austal CEO John Rothwell is head of a world leader in aluminum shipbuilding technology. The firm has a nearly full order book, despite a sharp drop in orders in 2000, with the promise that it may see an increase in orders for fast ferries and patrol craft. Expansion of operations into the US and Europe is also possible.

Shipbuilding & Repair, Management, Shipbuilding industry, Rothwell, John, Austal Ships

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A new carrier?

Article Abstract:

Australia is being asked by the United States military to have a joint development of a mini aircraft carrier, the Australian ocean-going technology, two of which are in service in the Persian Gulf. As catamaran fast ships are getting bigger, the U.S. is now moving to a mini carrier.

Product development, Aircraft Carriers

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Best we forget

Article Abstract:

Iraq is being dubbed America's new Vietnam. This is a comparison and a part of history that the Vietnamese would rather ignore and Vietnam wants to connect with the world and won't offend the US.

Public affairs, Social aspects, Analysis, History, Vietnam War, 1959-1975, Iraq War, 2003-

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