To fill a ship that is already partly loaded with cargo. Typically occurs where there is a draught restriction at the first load portthe ship loads a quantity of cargo corresponding to the permissive draught, then fills up at the second port where there is no restriction.
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BULK CARGO
Cargo such as oil, coal, ore, woodchips, etc. not shipped in bags or containers
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BUMPKIN
The spar projecting from stern of ship
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TRAMP FREIGHTER
A cargo ship engaged in the tramp trade.
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TRAMP FREIGHTER
A cargo ship engaged in the tramp trade.
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CORDAGE
Ropes in the rigging of a ship
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WEATHER SIDE
The side of a ship exposed to the wind.
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CAPACITY PLAN
A plan outlining the spaces available for fuel, cargo, ballast, fresh water, etc, with guides on weight and volume for spaces at various drafts and displacements
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COMBI
Vessel designed for a combination of passengers, and different types of cargo.
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DERRICK
A device for hoisting and lowering heavy weights, cargo, stores, etc
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DUNNAGE
Cushioning material placed among cargo to prevent their motion
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