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Now in its fourth edition, this illustrated dictionary gives readers a visual representation of all elements of maritime transport which relate to the handling and movement of cargo. This is particularly for the benefit of shore-based personnel who often do not get the opportunity to see first-hand how the cargoes they are working on are handled and moved.

The book covers:

• every major commodity
• how it is loaded
• how it is discharged
• what equipment is used to handle and store it
• any specialised terminal required
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Shipping has many hundreds of terms and phrases whose meaning is not always obvious, even for experienced practitioners. This comprehensive dictionary contains concise definitions of maritime terms and phrases, including those used in liner, tramp and bulk shipping.

This sixth edition contains new terms and phrases which cover:

• The latest technological and other improvements in cargo handling
• Improvements in port equipment
• Developments in the way freight charges and surcharges are levied
• New documentation on bills of lading and charter-party...

The Commercial Shipping Handbook is an invaluable reference tool for anyone involved in international trade and a first step towards understanding the framework within which the international movement of goods by sea is conducted. The handbook gives concise explanations of the many activities that comprise shipping, explaining the terms and how they interrelate.

Areas covered include:

• Documents used in international transport by sea e.g. the bill of lading and the charter-party - what they contain, the different types and examples of each

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The Commercial Shipping Handbook is an invaluable reference tool for anyone involved in international trade and a first step towards understanding the framework within which the international movement of goods by sea is conducted. The handbook gives concise explanations of the many activities that comprise shipping, explaining the terms and how they interrelate.

Areas covered include:

• Documents used in international transport by sea e.g. the bill of lading and the charter-party - what they contain, the different types and examples of each

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