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6 Foss Acquires Constellation 8 VT Halter Launches Ferry 9 NWC Annual Meeting Set for Portland 12 Lafarge Dedicates New Articulated Tug Barge

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On the Cover: As a conventional tugboat would, the George C. helps maneuver Donjon's 1000-ton Chesapeake 1000 around some of the tight bends at Venice last October. At the head of the tow is Donjon's Atlantic Salvor, which came down from New York for the effort. See story on page 18. (Photo: Don Sutherland.)

August 2006 • No. 8 Vol. 15

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FEATURES 18 Louisiana Luggers

Don Sutherland explores the history and development of the modern day Louisiana Lugger tug. — by Don Sutherland 14 Port Security:

Now What?

In the wake of the Dubai Ports fallout, MN examines the coming face of port security. — by Joan M. Bondareff and James Drewry 25 Answering the Call

The USCG has activated the Rescue 21 command, control and communication system in the Gulf States. 12 18 25 22 Training & Education Directory 24 Book Review 30 Offshore Report 32 Advertising Index 31 Employment Guide 35 Vessels for Sale 37 Marine Marketplace

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