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U.S. Department of Transportation
Industry: Government
Number of terms: 13754
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(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.
Industry:Transportation
It is an integrated, data–driven environment providing essential information to support the strategic requirements of the United States Marine Transportation System and its contribution to economic viability of the nation.
Industry:Transportation
A structure built on the shore of a harbour extending into deep water so that vessels may lie alongside. See also Dock and Pier.
Industry:Transportation
The sovereign power to take property for a necessary public use, with reasonable compensation.
Industry:Transportation
The quantity of goods that may be imported without restriction during a set period of time.
Industry:Transportation
A person or company shown on the bill of lading as the shipper.
Industry:Transportation
Letters, numbers, and other symbols placed on cargo packages to facilitate identification. Also known as marks.
Industry:Transportation
Charge assessed by a pier or dock owner against freight handled over the pier or dock or against a steamship company using the pier or dock.
Industry:Transportation
Contraction for Empty Repositioning. The movement of empty containers.
Industry:Transportation
An offer to sell goods at a stated price and under stated terms.
Industry:Transportation