International Federation of Ship Master's Association. Organization grouping all the national Master's association formed in 1974. Established in London. Over 8.000 shipmaster's from more than 40 countries are affiliated to IFSMA. Was granted Consultative ...

The weight of oxygen taken up mainly as a result of the oxidation of the constituents of a sample of water by biological action; expressed as the number of parts per million of oxygen taken up by the sample from water originally saturated with air, usuall ...

The flow of air down a flue/chimney and into a house caused by low indoor air pressure that can occur when using several fans or fireplaces and/or if the house is very tight.

Belgium (flag)

A colorless, odorless but poisonous combustible gas with the formula CO. Carbon monoxide is produced in the incomplete combustion of carbon and carbon compounds such as fossil fuels (i.e. coal, petroleum) and their products (e.g. liquefied petroleum gas, ...

A situation where an individual is incapable of settling his/her debts and has been served a.

A machinery device, which is applied for clipping and receiving/rending the electric cables during cable-laying under water.

Enhanced Group Call

International Maritime Organization.United Nation agency created the 6 March 1948, located in London and taking care of all shipping matters.

(See EUVROU.)

A letter of credit that contains a limited engagement clause which states that the issuing bank promises to pay the beneficiary upon presentation of the required documents at its counters or the counters of the named bank.

Foundered

Electronic Navigation Chart

Abbreviation for "Beneficial Cargo Owner." Refers to the importer of record, who physically takes possession of cargo at destination and does not act as a third party in the movement of such goods.

Asphalt Tanker.

Vessel Safety and Operations Audit

Established the standard basis for adjusting general average and stated the rules for adjusting claims.

A single inlet compressor with the impeller or impellers mounted on an extended shaft of the driver.

Broadcast Notice to Mariners.

Best Manufacturing Practices.(US navy program).