Ship equipped with her own cranes.

Literally "not wet", containing no liquid.

Single Decker

The interval between full moon and change of moon and the highest high tide.

A company which is in severe trouble, but still with some hope of recovery, may be put into the. – As used in international conventions, the government of the state whose flag the ship is flying.

World Trade Organization

Distilled Water or Drill Water.

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Department of Commerce

Unit Logistics Management System

A triangular topsail set above the mainsail in a gaff-rigged vessel.

Reserve Unit Management Information System

The maximum credit an individual may secure from his/her.

A receptacle which serves to store compressed air for heavy demands in excess of compressor capacity.

Pilot Boat.

see Air-Source Heat Pump.

This is when a load is sent in more than one consignment. In a letter of credit, the buyer can say whether this is allowed or not allowed.

To drive before a gale, with no sail, or only enough to keep the vessel ahead of the sea. Also, low, thin clouds that fly swiftly before the wind.

Provisional value for plane-strain fracture toughness.

Abbreviation for "Destination Delivery Charge." A charge, based on container size, that is applied in many tariffs to cargo. This charge is considered accessorial and is added to the base ocean freight. This charge covers crane lifts off the vessel, draya ...

A line rove through a single block secured aloft.