tanker

Example Sentences

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There is already one pipeline in heavy use today, but more capacity will be needed to cope with increased production and a permanent change to the fluidity and cost of tanker traffic in the Gulf.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

It is unclear how they were able to intercept and take control of the oil tanker.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

One vessel, a chemical and oil-products tanker called Salute Legend, which has a history of trade in Iranian products, illustrates the challenges.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

One tanker left from New York harbor to Europe this month, an exceptionally rare occurrence, according to Denton Cinquegrana, chief oil analyst at OPIS, which is owned by Dow Jones publisher Barron’s.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

An oil tanker inched past, puking out fumes.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell