The release of cargo vapour or inert gas from cargo tanks and associated systems.

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BULK CARGO

Cargo such as oil, coal, ore, woodchips, etc. not shipped in bags or containers

TRAMP FREIGHTER

A cargo ship engaged in the tramp trade.

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

COMBI

Vessel designed for a combination of passengers, and different types of cargo.

DERRICK

A device for hoisting and lowering heavy weights, cargo, stores, etc

DUNNAGE

Cushioning material placed among cargo to prevent their motion

GENERAL CARGO

Non-bulk cargo. The cargo may be of various kinds

SLOP TANK

A tank in a tanker into which the residue of tank washing are pumped.

FARDAGE

A wood placed in bottom of ship to keep cargo dry

CARGO HANDLING

The act of loading and discharging a cargo ship.

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