06 Sep

Container Yard (CY)

The plot for exchanging, keeping and storing the containers. Some countries do not distinguish marshalling yard and container yard, and call both the yard. The container yard is a...

06 Sep

Container rules of freight conference

In some lines the freight conference formulates container transportation regulations for supplier in order to monopolize the container transportation. These regulations are drawn according to the situation in the...

06 Sep

Container’s overall external dimentions

It refers to the sizes of the maximal length, width and height of the container together with all its permanent accessories. It is a vital parameter in identifying if...

06 Sep

Container’s internal dimentions

The sizes of the maximal length, width and height of the interior of the container. The width is the distance between the left and right scaleboards, while the length...

06 Sep

Containerizable Cargo

Cargo that will fit into a container and result in an economical shipment.

06 Sep

Container Load

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

06 Sep

Contraband

Cargo that is prohibited.

06 Sep

Contract Carrier

Any person not a common carrier who, under special and individual contracts or agreements, transports passengers or property for compensation

06 Sep

Corner Posts

Vertical frame components fitted at the corners of the container, integral to the corner fittings and connecting the roof and floor structures. Containers are lifted and secured in a...

06 Sep

Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF)

Cost of goods, marine insurance and all transportation (freight) charges are paid to the foreign point of delivery by the seller.

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