When helmsmen were, well rich guys like Ted Turner looking for glory; and crews preppy young guys, not athletes training for peak performance like the crews on the hydrofoiling giants of today. They had more fun back in the day...and boats had boat names, well maybe like British warships - Intrepid, Courageous. They weren't billboards for software companies (Oracle), car makers (BMW), fashion houses (Prada), and airlines (Emirates). Check out a few minutes of this video. You'll get the idea.
Alternative Fuel Vessel Orders Slow in 2025 Despite Strong LNG Demand
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Orders for alternative-fueled vessels declined sharply in 2025 following an
exceptional year of growth, with the maritime industry placing 232 such
orders ...
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