Features:
Racehorse quartet - A look at the careers of four ferries built originally for the Irish Sea, and which are now dispersed far and wide on various services round the world. Russell Plummer
Steamers of Stockholm - A visit to the Swedish capital of Stockholm reveals a treasure trove of historic steamers plying the picturesque archipelago. Terry Primrose
Green Parrots recalled - Remembering a group of mini cargo liners which formed the backbone of Wilson Line's post-war Scandinavian services. Roy Fenton
Serving German market - Profile of Mein Schiff 2, the Century class cruise ship built in 1997 which, since 2011, has been part of the TUl Cruises fleet. William Mayes
Maritime Mosaic - Historic images of some of Union-Castle Line's dassic liners, many of which'became icons in their own right.
French inspiration - Profile of the historic sailing ship Bel Espoir II, which continues to play a major role on the international sail training scene. John Martin
Naval Special:
Beneath the waves - The Royal Navy's A class submarines, which undertook duties all round the world for 30 years. Paul Brown
Backbone of the Fleet - The Leander class formed the backbone of the Royal Navy's frigate squadrons for 40 years Steven Tindale
Falklands flagship - HMS Hermes was at the forefront of the post-war Royal Navy for over 30 years, but it was as flagship for the 1982 Falklands Campaign that she enjoyed her finest hour Patrick Boniface
Regulars:
Ferry - Harwich-Esbjerg route closing, doubts over Newhaven-Dieppe service, Stena fast craft back in service and Dover decision delayed again Russell Plummer
waterfront - News of Southampton's new berth attracting more vessels, merger of Hapag-Lloyd and CSAV, new service out of Portsmouth and the world's largest propeller.
Cruise - Quantum of the Seas goes to China, AIDAprima building running late, and Princess Cruises keep expanding "down under'. William Mayes
Naval - The new Zumwalt mega-power warship named, Canada's submarine integrity tested and RFA Wave Knight comes back from patrol. Gary Davies
Cargo - Development of the modular capture vessel for oil rig safety, Clipper's bulbous bow surgery, and Hyundai may sell its bulkers.
Ships pictorial - A selection of ships pictured around the world.
A View from the Bridge - Jill Russell, captain of the expedition cruising ship Safari Endeavour, talks about Un-Cruise Adventures and sailing in south-east Alaska. Steve Newman
Chartroom:
Ships mail - A selection of letters from readers.
Mystery ship - Can you cast any light on this month's ship?
Ports of call - Cruise ship calls around the UK in July. Edwin Wilmshurst
Ships library - Reviews and details of new maritime books
COVER - Built in 2000 for Merchant Ferries, Midnight Merchant is now operating as European Endeavour; the full story of the Racehorse quartet of ferries starts on page 20.
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