A Modest Proposal for a Museum on the History of Containerization

September 17, 2024

The SL-7 was a class of high-speed steam containerships built for SeaLand in the early 1970s, operating at speeds in excess of 33 knots. These ships were later converted to the Algol-class Fast Sealift Ships due to high fuel consumption.



Rik van Hemmen, president of Martin & Ottaway, a SNAME Fellow and columnist for Maritime Reporter & Engineering News, will discuss issues, obstacles and progress on the conversion of an SL-7 vessel into a public education center, during a SNAME-hosted event in New York City on September 26.

"This is not a museum ship project, but rather the beginnings of an industry-wide multifaceted project to drive intermodal transportation into the spotlight, with the aim to increase public interest in maritime education and maritime careers."

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