TANKER LAUNCH

The video discusses Lesley Street's unique draft excluder, a supertanker named World Unicorn launched by Princess Anne, and its significance in the context of growing tanker sizes and global oil demand. It highlights the economic benefits of larger tankers and the potential for more orders in British shipyards, emphasizing the booming shipbuilding industry.

What unique feature does Lesley Street, Moor's End on Tyne, have?

• A famous bridge

• A historic lighthouse

• A ship at the bottom of the street

• A giant windmill

Who launched the World Unicorn supertanker?

• Queen Elizabeth II

• Prince Charles

• Prince William

• Princess Anne

What is the length of the World Unicorn supertanker?

• 1,130 feet

• 1,500 feet

• 1,000 feet

• 1,200 feet

Why is the size of tankers like the World Unicorn increasing?

• To accommodate more passengers

• To reduce construction costs

• To maximize cargo per journey due to rising oil demand

• To improve speed and efficiency

What is the outlook for British shipyards according to the video?

• Declining due to lack of orders

• Stable with no expected changes

• Struggling due to economic downturn

• Booming with prospects of more orders