Atmosphere

A ceremony performed on board ships when passengers or crew are crossing the equator for the first time during a voyage.

Also known as LTL or LCL.

The total power absorbed by a compressor, including the power absorbed by all pumps, fans, coolers and the like.

The vertical pole or spar that supports the boom and sails. a mast on a mechanically propelled vessel holds electronics antennas, lights, etc.

A comparison of a carrier's operating expense with its net sales. The most general measure of operating efficiency.

Is used to cool compressed air or gas. Designed to reduce the temperature and liquefy condensate vapors.

Heat exchangers for raising the temperature of compressed air to increase its volume.

Above this pressure, the system may rupture or burst.

A schedule of all ports to be visited on a ship's cruise, with dates of arrival and departure and the local agents' names and addresses

Slang for the leg irons which were used to secure men under punishment.

Any body of rate tariffs that are not part of an agreement or conference system.

Caulker's name for the seam in the upper deck planking next to a ship's waterways. There was very little space to get at this seam, making it a difficult and awkward job. This is the origin of the expression "Between the devil and the deep blue sea, since ...

A point of sail where the boat is sailing at a right angle to the wind (wind coming from abeam). A beam reach is usually the fastest point of sail. A beam reach is a point of sail between a broad reach and a close reach.

Movement of cargo by water from one country through the port of another country, thence, using rail or truck, to an inland point in that country or to a third country. As example, a through movement of Asian cargo to Europe across North America.

The gauge pressure at which a pressure vessel is maintained in normal operation.

Shore crane with a wide span.

ACRONYM - non-lubricated compressor.

Having to do with boats, ships, or sailing.

A navigational instrument which provides a bearing to a radio beacon.