Sailing as close to the wind as possible with all sails full and drawing.

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.

Polyethylene or similar substance heat-treated and shrunk into an envelope around several units, thereby securing them as a single pack for presentation or to secure units on a pallet.

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 ...

To reverse or change directions, to turn around

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

Type of shackle designed to take several eyes connected to several lengths of chain.

Movement of crest of a progressive wave. Can also refer to radio waves.

British standard pipe tapered.

A consolidation service, putting small shipments into containers for shipment.

A legal paper or license of a boat or its captain.

Navigation rules governing waters outside designated demarcation zones

Under U.S. tax law, a corporation created to obtain tax exemption on part of the earnings of U.S. products in foreign markets. Must be set-up as a foreign corporation with an office outside the USA.

Is the total pressure (static plus velocity) at the inlet flange of the compressor.

The Greek god of the sea.

Turning out all hands on board ship in the morning, or calling the watch for duty on deck.

Shortening of the old term "boatswain," an unlicensed member of the crew who supervises the work of the deck men under direction of the first mate.

See Door-to-Door.

A navigable route on a waterway, usually marked by buoys. Channels are deep enough for ships or boats to navigate without running aground.

A weather prediction.