Europe's Largest Catamaran Launched.
Europe's largest catamaran, the 30-ton £70,000 vessel, "Tsulamaran", was launched at G. Prout's shipyard, at Canvey Island. The boat was built by Prout's for Mr. Patrick Hall, director of a large engineering company. The vessel would normally be driven by sails, but it is also fitted with two 100 h.p. Mercedes Benz diesel engines, giving a speed of about 15 knots. It is also fitted with the latest seagoing electrical equipment.
Keystone Photo Shows:- The 30-ton vessel is eased down the slipway by means of Tirfor T-35 machine, which can be operated by two men on a lever. This machine has the effect of increasing a man;s strength many times.
Photo measures 8 x 10.25 inches.
Photo is dated 07-07-1965.
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