Fighting for a fair deal
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The Norwegian Shipbuilding Association opposes government plan to lower Norwegian shipbuilding subsidies by 1.5%. The association is worried it will make the members uncompetitive to their European counterparts who enjoy a continued 9% subsidy in 1998. It is also alarmed by the poor market performance of many of its 40 members in 1996. However, the association spokesman identifies a 40% higher contract value than 1996. The 35 new orders in October 1997 prove this.
Publication Name: Motor Ship
Subject: Transportation industry
ISSN: 0027-2000
Year: 1997
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Clear tasks ahead
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Polish shipyards' need for capital investments may be initially solved by creating holding groups. The idea of creating a Polish shipbuilding holding is supported by the Szczecin Shipyard, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the outgoing government. However, Gdynia's opposition to the plan may impede creation of a holding company and instead open the way for international financial intervention.
Publication Name: Motor Ship
Subject: Transportation industry
ISSN: 0027-2000
Year: 1997
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A state of independence?
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Financing loans for foreign shipyard investors are supporting the commercial shipbuilding business in the United States. According to the American Shipbuilding Association (ASA), the market share of the industry has increased from zero percent to 1.7% when the Title XI loan guarantee program was brought back. Maritime Administration claims that naval ship construction holds the leading market position.
Publication Name: Motor Ship
Subject: Transportation industry
ISSN: 0027-2000
Year: 1997
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