The Naval Architect provides in-depth information on all aspects of vessel design, construction and engineering. Practical applications of latest technology and case studies are accompanied by analysis and foresights. Published every two months, the magazine covers everything from superyachts and short-hop ferries to tankers and heavy-lift vessels; from battery pack installations and sail-assisted solutions to LNG tank retrofits; and from offshore safety to warship resilience.
THE ROYAL LOUIS (1668), A SAILING MASTERPIECE
Historic Ships
Exploring the rise of French naval power under Colbert, this article examines how shipyard modernisation transformed warship design, blending engineering innovation with striking aesthetics. Through the story of the Royal Louis, it reveals how naval architecture, craftsmanship and state ambition combined to project influence, prestige and power globally at sea.
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