Trailer on which shipping containers are carried when moved by road.

A stationary passage surrounding an impeller, in which velocity pressure imparted to the flow medium by the impeller is converted into static pressure.

Chemicals containing carbon and hydrogen.

Effective June 18, 1984, describes the law covering water transportation in the U.S. foreign trade.

The shape or design of a sail.

A load sufficient in size to fill a container either by cubic measurement or by weight.

The theoretical speed that a boat can travel without planing, based on the shape of its hull This speed is 1.34 times the length of a boat at its waterline. Also known as hull speed.

A structure erected to display a characteristic light as a warning of danger at sea and as an aid to navigation.

Hinged covers for freeing ports.

Is that pressure of either the motive fluid or of the ejector gas discharge which causes an ejector to become unstable.

Small marlinespike.

Foam or spray which is thrown out under the bow of a ship when she is under way. If fast moving with a lot of spray being thrown out, the vessel is said to have "A bone in her teeth".

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

A phrase often included in charter parties and freight contracts referring to local rules and practices which may impact upon the costs borne by the various parties.

The qualified operating pressure which is recommended for a component or a system by the manufacturer.

A receipt for goods issued by a carrier with an indication that the goods were damaged when received. Compare Clean Bill of Lading.

Distinguishing flag of a merchant marine company flown from the mainmast of merchant ships.

A 19th century term for a yachtsman who sails his own yacht without the help of a professional skipper.

A boat with one hull.

A B/L wherein the paying customer has contracted with the carrier that shipper or consignee information is not given.