Tugs and Towing: A Worldwide Survey of the Vessels, Techniques and Development of the Towage Business

Tugs and their development over the past 150 years are described in this book and it particularly looks at the past 20 years with emphasis on the use of tugs today. The book shows tugs engaged in salvage, rescue and manoeuvring larger vessels. There are small tugs handling logs on Canadian rivers and ocean-going tugs capable of hauling vast objects between continents. The book also contains details of individual tugs and propulsion systems.
ASIN: 185260252X
VSKU: BVV.185260252X.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Knight, Anthony|Gaston, Jack
Binding: Hardcover
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Condition Notes: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.