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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.
Breakbulk
Deutsch: Stückgut / Español: Carga fraccionada / Português: Carga fracionada / Français: Cargaison conventionnelle / Italian: Carico alla rinfusa
Breakbulk in the maritime context refers to the transportation of cargo that is loaded and unloaded individually, rather than in containers or bulk. This type of cargo includes goods that are not easily containerized, such as machinery, vehicles, construction materials, and palletized goods.
Jones Act
Deutsch: Jones-Gesetz / Español: Ley Jones / Português: Lei Jones / Français: Loi Jones / Italian: Legge Jones
Jones Act refers to a United States federal statute that regulates maritime commerce in U.S. waters and between U.S. ports. In the maritime context, it primarily mandates that goods transported by water between U.S. ports must be carried on ships that are built, owned, and operated by United States citizens or permanent residents.
Original
Deutsch: Original / Español: Original / Português: Original / Français: Original / Italian: Originale
Original in the maritime context refers to the first or initial version of a document, equipment, or design used in maritime operations. This term is important for authenticity and verification purposes, ensuring that the item or document in question is the authoritative source.
Store
Deutsch: Lager / Español: Almacén / Português: Armazém / Français: Stock / Italiano: Magazzino
Store in the maritime context refers to the inventory or supply of essential items, tools, or provisions maintained aboard a vessel or at port facilities to support operations and crew needs. These can include food, spare parts, equipment, safety gear, and other necessary materials.