More new large tankers – but smaller fleets

An Akers–B&W 9-cylinder 15,000 bhp opposed-piston engine on test in 1960, destined for a Norwegian tanker

In March 1960, The Motor Ship was looking at the world, and the British, tanker fleets.

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