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ABB secures orders for USD 180 million from cruise market

2013 developed into the best year for ABB in the cruise market for the company's new Azipod system. The Swedish-Swiss company has procured orders for a total of USD 180 million this year.

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BY TOMAS KRISTIANSEN

Six orders this year to deliver electrical energy and propulsion systems for the cruise market made 2013 the best year ever for ABB in regards to the company's new Azipod system, says the company in a press release.

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