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Discussion paper: Comparison of single and double hull tankers

The following introduction is an extract from the document linked above:

Purpose

1. The purpose of this discussion paper is to provide information in light of the loss of the oil tanker Prestige on the comparative merits and disadvantages of single and double hull tankers.

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