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GLOSSARY

A glossary of widely used words in the logistics industry. Delve into the
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Blue economy
The sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, job creation and improvement of the ocean ecosystem
Bonded warehouse
A secure facility where goods are stored until customs duties are paid
Book and claim
A process where airlines and logistics providers claim the environmental benefits associated with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) even if they do not use SAF.
Weighing 140 tons a piece, each of the four cylindrical boilers is roughly equivalent to the weight of two dozen fully-grown African elephants.
Breakbulk cargo
Oversized goods that do not fit into standard containers and must be loaded individually
Brent
A type of crude oil from the North Sea, which serves as the global benchmark for oil prices.
Bulk Shipping
A method of transporting large quantities of unpackaged goods directly into a vessel's hold, rather than in containers.