Shipping agents handle all aspects of the shipping process, including cargo handling, freight rate negotiation, and documentation.

Tankers are specialized vessels designed to transport liquid cargo, such as oil, gas, and chemicals.

Transshipment refers to the transfer of cargo from one vessel to another, or from one mode of transportation to another.

Container terminals are specialized ports equipped to handle the loading and unloading of containerized cargo.

A bill of lading serves as a receipt, specifies the terms of carriage, and provides evidence of ownership of the cargo.

The Hague Rules are a set of international rules that govern the carriage of goods by sea.

Consolidation involves combining multiple small shipments into a single larger shipment to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Ro-Ro ships, short for roll-on/roll-off ships, are designed to transport vehicles by allowing them to be driven on and off the vessel.

Loading, unloading, and discharging all refer to the process of removing cargo from a vessel.

Bulk cargo refers to cargo that is transported in large quantities without being packaged or containerized, such as grains, coal, and ores.

Freight forwarders handle all aspects of the shipping process, including arranging transportation, negotiating freight rates, and preparing documentation.

Bulk cargo ports are specialized ports equipped to handle the loading and unloading of bulk cargo.

Deconsolidation involves dividing a single shipment into multiple smaller shipments for distribution to different destinations.

General cargo ships are designed to carry a wide variety of cargo types, including packaged goods, machinery, and vehicles.

Cross-docking involves moving cargo directly from one mode of transportation to another without intermediate storage, reducing handling time and costs.