Bringing the boat from one tack to the other when sailing into the wind, so that the sail is flown in the opposite side by turning through the eye of the wind; Tack

A circle on a chart, showing all 360

A bank that acts as an agent to the seller's bank (the presenting bank). The collecting bank assumes no responsibility for either the documents or the merchandise.

A draft drawn on the buyer, usually accompanied by documents, with complete instructions concerning processing for payment or acceptance.

Re-fueling the vessel.

The definition of the exact position on the surface of the globe in relation to two lines, latitude and longitude, which intersect at right angles.

A sailboat sailing on a tack with the wind coming from starboard and the boom on the port side. If two boats under sail are approaching, the one on port tack must give way to the boat on starboard tack.

What is NDT ? The field of Nondestructive Testing (NDT) is a very broad,interdisciplinary field that plays a critical role in assuring that structural components and systems perform their function in are liable and cost effective fashion. NDT technicians ...

Device for positioning one shipping container on top of another.

A device designed to remove surplus liquid from the compressed air system. Manual units range from petcock to a ball, gate or globe valve. Mechanical types consist of ball float. Electrical drains include solenoid type that is energized by a timer signal, ...

The designation provided in a classification by which a class rate is determined.

Article shipped. For dangerous and hazardous cargo, the correct commodity identification is critical.

The amount the compass is deflected from the true direction by variation (magnetic) and deviation (metallic influences) together

A letter of credit, issued by a foreign bank, whose validity has been confirmed by a domestic bank. An exporter with a confirmed letter of credit is assured of payment even if the foreign buyer or the foreign bank defaults.

A rate made up of two or more factors, separately published.

Represents a complete record of the transaction between exporter and importer with regard to the goods sold. Also reports the content of the shipment and serves as the basis for all other documents about the shipment.

The falls foul in a block. The falls may be chocked or jammed intentionally for a temporary securing (holding).

Used in meteorology to describe a mass of cold air moving toward a mass of warm air. Strong winds and rain typically accompany a cold front.

A rate published to apply to a specific article or articles.

Is the ratio of the theoretical work requirement to the actual work required to be performed on the gas for compression and delivery.