A standard numeric code developed by the United Nations to classify commodities used in international trade, based on a hierarchy.

An arc of a circle in which certain types of navigational lights known as sector lights are visible.

Adjustable stays used to support and control tension on the mast when the wind is from abaft the beam; temporary backstays used to stabilize the mast and prevent undue flexing due to the pumping action of the sea.

A line running from near the top of the mast, used to hold the spinnaker pole in place.

In spray painting applications, air trapped in a paint film caused by poor atomization during spraying.

Short ton

An indemnity issued to the carrier by a bank; protects the carrier against any possible losses or damages arising from release of the merchandise to the receiving party. This instrument is usually issued when the bill of lading is lost or is not available ...

The measurement of the angle between the bottom of a boat and its widest beam. A vessel with a 0

The highest temperature at which well-defined liquid and vapor states exist.

One that has the right-of-way and should maintain her course and speed during a crossing or overtaking situation, unless a collision appears imminent. (Was formerly called "the privileged vessel.")

Cabin; sleeping compartment.

The portion of a safety/relief valve that surrounds the spring. The spring housing.

A mobile container-handling crane used to load/unload containers to/from railcars.

Systeme International. The international system of unit measurement.

To reverse or change directions, to turn around

Goods which have been prohibited from entering a belligerent state by the declaration of a blockade.

Is another term for saturated vapor pressure.

(1) A navigator shoots the sun by using a sextant to measure its altitude. (2) A sailing vessel shoots when she forges ahead to windward with her sails luffing.

When a container or vessel has reached its volumetric capacity before its permitted weight limit.

The metal axle of a block upon which the sheave revolves.