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This is the Maritime Glossary
This glossary/lexicon gives an intensive overview about the words, terms, articles relevant in the maritime area. Beside English most articles are also available in Spanish and German. A special aspect in this glossary is the Meteorology.
Appeal
Deutsch: Berufung / Español: Apelación / Português: Apelação / Français: Appel / Italiano: Appello
Appeal in the maritime context refers to the legal process by which a Decision made by a lower maritime court or tribunal is reviewed by a higher court. This process allows parties who are dissatisfied with a ruling to seek a reassessment of the case based on the argument that the original decision was incorrect or unjust.
Freight
Deutsch: Fracht / Español: Carga / Português: Carga / Français: Fret / Italiano: Merce
Freight in the maritime context refers to goods or cargo transported by ship over sea. This includes a vast range of products, from raw materials and commodities to finished goods, transported in bulk, containerized, or specialized forms.
Mechanism
Deutsch: Mechanismus / Español: Mecanismo / Português: Mecanismo / Français: Mécanisme / Italian: Meccanismo
Mechanism in the maritime context refers to the various systems and devices that are used to operate and control ships and boats. These mechanisms include both mechanical and electronic components that work together to ensure the efficient and safe functioning of a vessel.
Naval Base
Deutsch: Marinestützpunkt / Español: Base Naval / Português: Base Naval / Français: Base navale / Italiano: Base navale
A Naval Base is a strategic military installation designed to support, maintain, and deploy naval vessels and personnel. These facilities serve as operational hubs for maritime defense, logistics, and power projection, playing a critical role in national security and global naval operations.