Is a compression in which the temperature of a gas remains constant.

Arrangements with a steamship line to transport containerized cargo.

A raised portion of the hull forward of the cockpit intended to prevent water entering.

To permanently join two pieces of rope. It will not pass through a block since it increases the diameter

A structure of heavy timbers placed between ground ways and cradle to support the ship during launching.

Abnormal, rapid reciprocating movement of the disc on the seat of a pressure relief valve.

See "Overland Common Points."

To put out a mooring, hawser or line from a ship to a point of attachment outside her.

ACRONYM - Compressed natural gas, primarily methane.

A non-profit entity that represents the interests of a number of shippers. The main focus of shippers associations is to pool the cargo volumes of members to leverage the most favorable service contract rate levels.

A low vertical lip or raised section around the edge of a cockpit, hatch, etc. to prevent water on deck from running below.

ISO.

A wire or rope contrivance placed around cargo and used to load or discharge it to/from a vessel.

An articulated five-platform railcar. Used where height and weight restrictions limit the use of stack cars. It holds five 40-foot containers or combinations of 40- and 20-foot containers.

A general nautical term for Canadians, but more especially for Nova Scotian sailing ships and men.

A metal plate, strap, or rod bolted to the hull structure to which the lower ends of shrouds and stays are attached

A pair of vertical wooden or iron heads on board ship, used for securing mooring or towing lines. Similar to dock bollards.

On a bellow type air actuator, that part of the flexible member forming an annular protrusion larger than the O.D. of the end retainers or bead rings.

Seller is responsible for goods and preparation of export documentation until actually placed aboard the vessel.

Place where cargo is loaded and leaves a country.