Chesapeak
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The 736'
SS Chesapeake was built in 1964 and is one of MARADS's thirteen
Common User Tankers in the Ready Reserve Fleet. The hull underwent
a complete overhaul before re-entering active service. This
included inspections to the propeller, shaft and rudder. Linear
welds were repaired, a new sea chest added, and the bottom
blasted and coated.
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On deck,
a Safe Bow Access was fabricated and fitted, to conform to
IMO regulations. Steel was replaced in the forward collision
bulkhead, chain locker and engine room, cargo and ballast
piping.
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The 950'
USNS Watkins, recently launched by NASSCO, arrived in Portland
for Post Shakedown Availability work. This included numerous
modifications to electric systems, an upgrade on the lube
tank, plus installation of a jib crane and a new oily-water
separator.
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The Watkins
is the sixth in the Watson class of Ro/Ro strategic sealift
ships. It has approximately 390,000 square feet of cargo carrying
space and a capacity of 36,000 tons. Its twin 32,000 HP GE
LM2500 gas turbines deliver a maximum speed of 24 knots.
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