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Point of Origin

The place at which a shipment is received by a carrier from the shipper.

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POL

Port of Loading Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants

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Pomerene Act, Also known as (U.S.) Federal Bill of Lading Act of 1916.

U.S. federal law enacting conditions by which a B/L may be issued. Penalties for issuing B/L’s containing false data include monetary fines and/or imprisonment.

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Port

Harbor with piers or docks Left side of a ship when facing forward Opening in a ship’s side for handling freight

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Port of Call

Port where a ship discharges or receives traffic

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Port of Entry

Port where cargo is unloaded and enters a country

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Port of Exit

Place where cargo is loaded and leaves a country

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Prepaid (Ppd.)

One of the payment status where freight and charges are required to be paid by shipper before original bill of lading is released to them.

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Pre-storage plan

The schedule of the loading of the container vessel. The pre-stowage plan is compiled by the foreign vessel agent company according to the ordering list, loading and piling plan...

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Quoin

A wedge-shaped piece of timber used to secure barrels against movement.

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