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View of the new Tranmere Oil terminal, constructed on the River Mersey near Birkenhead
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View of the new Tranmere Oil terminal, constructed on the River Mersey near Birkenhead
View of the new Tranmere Oil terminal, constructed on the River Mersey near Birkenhead, Merseyside to handle vessels and supertankers up to to handle vessels of up to 65, 000 tonnes.
Picture shows: One of the huge hoses swings out over the Shell tanker Zenatia on the day of its official opening on 8th June 1960
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Liverpool Echo
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Birkenhead
England
Media ID 21802271
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This print captures the impressive Tranmere Oil terminal, a remarkable feat of engineering constructed on the picturesque River Mersey near Birkenhead, Merseyside. Designed to handle vessels and supertankers weighing up to a staggering 65,000 tonnes, this state-of-the-art facility revolutionized the oil industry in the 1960s. The image showcases one of the terminal's colossal hoses gracefully suspended over the Shell tanker Zenatia during its grand opening on June 8th, 1960. The sheer scale and magnitude of this operation are awe-inspiring; it is a testament to human ingenuity and technological advancement. Located in Wirral's bustling docks area, this iconic structure became an integral part of Britain's shipping industry during that era. It served as a vital hub for transporting oil across vast distances and played a crucial role in fueling economic growth. As we delve into this photograph from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to an era when industrial progress was at its peak. This snapshot encapsulates not only the significance of Tranmere Oil terminal but also symbolizes mankind's relentless pursuit of innovation. Let us marvel at this historical artifact that immortalizes an essential chapter in our industrial heritage – where towering tankers docked alongside cutting-edge infrastructure against the backdrop of serene waters.
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