This person prepares the needed documentation for importing goods (just as a freight forwarder does for exports). The broker is licensed by the Treasury Department to clear goods through U.S. Customs. Performs duties related to documentation, cargo clearance, coordination of inland and ocean transportation, dockside inspection of cargo, etc. (Also known as a customhouse broker.)
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BULK CARGO
Cargo such as oil, coal, ore, woodchips, etc. not shipped in bags or containers
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TRAMP FREIGHTER
A cargo ship engaged in the tramp trade.
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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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GENERAL CARGO
Non-bulk cargo. The cargo may be of various kinds
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FARDAGE
A wood placed in bottom of ship to keep cargo dry
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CARGO HANDLING
The act of loading and discharging a cargo ship.
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BULKER
A merchant ship specially designed to transport unpackaged bulk cargo in its cargo holds.
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