An international goods classification system for describing cargo in international trade under a single commodity-coding scheme. Developed under the auspices of the Customs Cooperations Council (CCC), an international Customs organization in Brussels, thi ...

Standing or running (adjustable) wire rigging that supports the mast from the stern; a wire mast support leading aft to the deck or another mast

Guarantee issued by a bank to a carrier to be used in lieu of lost or misplaced original negotiable bill of lading.

A place suitable for anchoring in relation to the wind, seas and bottom.

The ship's water closet (toilet or wash-room). The upper edge of a quadrilateral sail.

A strong tropical counterclockwise revolving storm the southern hemisphere. In the northern hemisphere these storms revolve clockwise and are known as hurricanes.

To bring to a sudden stop.

Space between the floor of holds and the bottom of the ship.

Stormy conditions, including rough, high seas and strong winds.

International data interchange standards sponsored by the United Nations. See UN/EDIFACT.

A sea which is traveling in the opposite direction to that of the boat

In sailboat racing, to disturb the wind of a windward boat by positioning your boat a bit ahead and to leeward. If done correctly, the disturbed air hitting the windward boat will slow it down, leaving it at a distinct disadvantage and causing it to tack ...

Anti-clockwise circular motion. Left-handed ropes are coiled down in this way.

A rope used for towing or, mooring.

Holes cut in a plate to make it lighter and yet not reduce its strength.

Having a shape that that is not adversely affected by wind flowing past it.

A metallic structure on which a compressor or other machine is mounted.

When compressed air is forced through a submerged perforated hose or pipe. Some applications include; ice prevention, reduction of salt intrusion, underwater basting, pneumatic breakwaters and general mixing and agitation

An indentation of the coastline between two headlands.

Artificial objects to supplement natural landmarks indicating safe and unsafe waters.