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Transportation
Any mode or method of locomotion that serves to move people, goods or services from one location to another.
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quarantine
Transportation; Shipping
A restraint placed on an operation to protect the public against a health hazard. A ship may be quarantined so that it cannot leave a protected point. During the quarantine ...
consignee mark
Transportation; Shipping
A symbol placed on packages for identification purposes; generally a triangle, square, circle, etc. with letters and/or numbers and port of discharge.
maritime security and safety information system (MSSIS)
Transportation; Shipping
It shares and displays vessel Automated Identification System (AIS) data real–time with multiple international users through a web–based, password–protected system.
quoin
Transportation; Shipping
A wedge–shaped piece of timber used to secure barrels against movement.
consignment
Transportation; Shipping
(1) A stock of merchandise advanced to a dealer and located at his place of business, but with title remaining in the source of supply.(2) A shipment of goods to a consignee.
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