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1. INTRODUCTION In this project, it is analyzed a potential investment in a second- hand vessel. Assuming we are an investor who is willing to buy a Panamax bulk carrier. In the beginning we will present some general information regarding investment and motives, S&P market, the price and the factors which determine it and characteristics of investment in ships. Secondly, we will make a presentation/comparison of advantages and disadvantages of investing in new-buildings or second- hand vessels…

Introduction There can be no argument that the use of intelligence has been around for thousands of years. Some of the earliest of examples comes from the biblical period. Recorded in the Old Testament, Moses is told to “send men to spy out the land of Canaan” (Numbers 13:24). Of course, the ways in which intelligence is gathered and used has evolved over the centuries. Reasons of evolution can be attributed to cultural changes in society such as the threat and impact of war and advances in…

INTRODUCTION The naval battle of Valcour Island took place on Lake Champlain in the fall of 1776. The battle was fought between Benedict Arnold’s small fleet against Sir Guy Carleton’s superior British naval force. After gaining British naval superiority on the Lake Champlain, Carleton halted the British invasion and returned to Canada. Carleton himself cited in a letter to Lord Germain on October 14, 1776, “The season is so far advanced…whether any thing further can be done this year” as a…

army. The advantages of an extensive maritime global commons presence enable a power projection and influence ashore. The disadvantages encompass the reality that seventy-one percent of the earth’s surface is water, but even with the largest naval fleet in the world the tyranny of distance and the expanse of time to position assets…

Mr Ajay Singh through his relentless efforts has tried to revive the growth for spice jet by introducing various initiatives as mentioned in the case study. We have tried to address the two issues of devising alternative strategy and compete against new entrants by formulating strategies which spice jet could employ in future to be a dominant player in the Indian Aviation Market. Turn Around time is one of the most crucial elements where an Aviation company could optimize its operation. It is…

its air wing, the CSG also includes 2-5 other ships. Usually at least two are destroyers or cruisers, which provide air and ballistic missile defense for the CSG, conduct long-range strike using cruise missiles, and perform anti-submarine warfare. A fleet supply ship provides logistical support. In addition, CSGs often include an attack submarine designed to destroy hostile surface ships or enemy submarines. The attack submarine frequently operates independently of the rest of the CSG. The CSG’s…

year, using over 3 million gallons of diesel and unleaded gasoline ( "The Sustainable City IV: Urban Regeneration and Sustainability”).For El Paso to improve its fleet the Sun Metro must include more hybrid and fuel efficient vehicles to cut down on unnecessary greenhouse gas emissions and to also save money on fuel. Upgrading the bus fleet to diesel, electric or biodiesel will not only reduce CO2 emissions and also reduce the dependency on imported oil. For buses to break even on CO2 emissions…

Located off North Carolina’s coast in the Beaufort Inlet lies shipwreck 31CR314. The submerged wreck was first discovered by Intersal Inc. (a permitted private research firm) divers on November 21, 1996. Initially sighted were some of the ships multiple cannons, and anchors. The divers were using information provided by Intersal’s founder Phil Masters. Former Intersal Inc. Director of Operations Mike Daniel used the historical accounts to assist in the location of the wreck. The site’s…

lasting effects it had. America got involved in the war because of several different factors such as yellow journalism, the attack on the USS Maine, and the interest in helping Cubans because of their territory. In result, we defeated the Spanish Fleet, and gained the Philippines, Puerto Rico, Guam, and made Cuba a protectorate state which gave the U.S new power. This was a turning point for America’ because of the new interactment outside of our country. Overall the choice to end neutrality…

not prepared for the war,with the Battle of Queenstown Heights and Detroit,they withdrew forces from Lake Champlain in November. In 1813 America made attempt to attack Canada which again, were unsucessful attacks. When Oliver Perry 's fleet wrecked the British fleet on Lake Erie the Americans gained control of Detroit. Shawneee Chief Tecumeseh was killed shortly after the U.S were attacking the British army in the Battle of…