To transfer containers from one ship to another when both vessels are controlled by the same network (carrier) manager.
Articles handled only under certain conditions.
The greater weight or measurement of goods where 1 ton is either 1000 kilos or 1 cubic meter (for metric system). Also known as bill of lading ton or...
A shortening of the term, “Roll-On/Roll-Off.” A method of ocean cargo service using a vessel with ramps which allows wheeled vehicles to be loaded and discharged without cranes.
To re-book cargo to a later vessel.
The manner in which a shipment moves; i.e., the carriers handling it and the points at which the carriers interchange.
The column position of the container on the vessel, also called column number. There are two ways to number, one is to number from the left shipboard to the...
An embargo imposed by a Government against another country
Metal strip and lead fastener used for locking freight car or truck doors. Seals are numbered for record purposes.
Document indicating the goods were loaded on board when a document of title (b/L) is not needed. Typically used when a company is shipping goods to itself.
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