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Aerial view of the new floating berths for super tankers constructed offshore at
Aerial view of the new floating berths for super tankers constructed offshore at the Tranmere Oil terminal on the River Mersey near Birkenhead, Merseyside.
It was officially opened on 8th June 1960
Picture taken: May 1960
Liverpool Echo
Mirrorpix
Birkenhead
England
Media ID 21802253
© Mirrorpix
1960 Docks Places Tankers Wirral
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This print takes us back to the bustling industrial era of the 1960s. The aerial view showcases the impressive new floating berths for super tankers, which were constructed offshore at the Tranmere Oil terminal on the River Mersey near Birkenhead, Merseyside. This groundbreaking development in shipping infrastructure was a significant milestone for the oil industry. The image captures a moment frozen in time, just before these state-of-the-art berths were officially opened on June 8th, 1960. The sheer scale of this engineering feat is awe-inspiring as we witness rows of massive tankers docked along these newly built structures. Located in Wirral, this strategic location played a crucial role in facilitating efficient transportation and distribution of oil across the region. The docks served as an essential hub connecting land and sea routes for transporting valuable resources. As we delve into this photograph from Memory Lane Prints, it serves as a reminder of how industries have evolved over time. It offers us a glimpse into an era where progress was measured by grand projects like these floating berths that revolutionized oil shipping. Let this picture transport you back to an age when innovation and ambition shaped our world's landscape – an era defined by towering tankers navigating vast waterways with ease while fueling economic growth and global trade.
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