A line attached to the crown of an anchor and used to help free it in the event it becomes fouled.

Notations made when the cargo is received at the carrier's terminal or loaded aboard a vessel. They show any irregularities in packaging or actual or suspected damage to the cargo. Exceptions are then noted on the bill of lading.

A laborer who works at loading and discharging cargo.

Containers loaded at port of loading and discharged at port of destination.

Near or toward the shore

A navigational instrument used to measure the altitude of celestial bodies

A pipe, tube or channel that conveys a substance (such as air throughout a building).2. Tubes used to move air, such as to ventilate an enclosed area.

The seller must deliver the goods to a pier and place them within reach of the ship's loading equipment. See Terms of Sale.

A valve designed to prevent air volume and pressure from escaping the compressor tank back into compressor heads while compressor is not operating.

A device used to keep a line from slipping, such as a jamcleat.

(1) A large casting shaped to allow the propeller blades to revolve. The rudder is fitted on the after post. (2) The principal vertical timber in a ship's stern, upon which the rudder is fastened.

Abbreviation for "Currency Adjustment Factor." A charge, expressed as a percentage of a base rate, that is applied to compensate ocean carriers of currency fluctuations.

An astray shipment (a lost shipment that is found) sent to its proper destination without additional charge.

A hand held pneumatic tool. Designed for light demolition work, digging, making holes etc.

Abbreviation for "Consumption Entry." The process of declaring the importation of foreignmade goods for use in the United States.

Removing cargo from a container (devanning).

Port where cargo is discharged from means of transport.

A void or empty space separating two or more compartments for the purpose of insulation, or to prevent the liquid contents of one compartment from entering another in case of a leak.

Sailor slang for marriage.

A form used to acknowledge receipt of cargo and often serves as basis for preparation of the ocean bill of lading.