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Mini Landbridge

An intermodal system for transporting containers by ocean and then by rail or motor to a port previously served as an all-water move (e.g., Hong Kong to New York...

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MSN

Master B/L Sequential Number – assigned by shipping company

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MT

Metric Ton

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Multimodal

Synonymous for all practical purposes with “Intermodal.”

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Nautical Mile

Distance of one minute of longitude at the equator, approximately 6,076.115. The metric equivalent is 1852.

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Negotiable Instruments

A document of title (such as a draft, promissory note, check, or bill of lading) transferable from one person to another in good faith for a consideration. Non-negotiable bills...

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NES

Not Elsewhere Specified

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Net Tare Weight

The weight of an empty cargo-carrying piece of equipment plus any fixtures permanently attached.

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Net Weight

Weight of the goods alone without any immediate wrappings, e.g., the weight of the contents of a tin can without the weight of the can.

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Network liability system

This is another kind of liability system such that the through transport manager assumes the duty. According to this system, the carrier signing the through bill of lading does...

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