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1.Costa Co., Omaha, Neb., began construction recently on a new 64′6″, triple-screw towboat for its own use. The vessel, which has a 4′6″ draft, is powered by three Caterpillar D343 diesels driving 48″-dia. Coolidge propellers. The new boat's tanks will hold 11,360 gals, of fuel oil and 870 gals, water. Living accommodations are provided for 10 crew. The craft was designed by A.M. Deer-ing and Son, a Chicago naval architect and marine engineering firm. 2.Plans for construction of five combination tank barges that will utilize a new design concept have been announced by David A. Wright, president, National Marine Service Inc. They will be used on the Mississippi River system and Gulf Intracoastal Water- way. |