Ultra Large Crude Carrier: ULCC Tanker
A ULCC tanker is a ship designed to transport liquids in bulk.
Tankers can range in size from several hundred tons, designed for servicing small harbours and coastal settlements, to several hundred thousand tons, with these being designed for long-range haulage. A wide range of products are carried by tankers, including:
-hydrocarbon products such as oil, LPG, and LNG
-Chemicals, such as ammonia, chlorine, and styrene monomer
-fresh water
-wine
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