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| A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | K-L | M | N | O | P | Q-R | S | T | U-Z
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| Receipt
For Shipment B/L |
When the steamship line gives the shipper
a B/L indicating that cargo has been received at the pier, but
not necessarily loaded on the vessel. |
| Reefer |
This container usually has a self-sustaining
unity to keep cargo cool/cold at certain temperatures. |
| Restricted
Articles |
An airline term meaning a hazardous material
as defined by Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations (U.S.) and
Air Transport Restricted Articles Circular 6-D. Restricted articles
may be transported domestically and may be classified as dangerous
goods when transported internationally by air. |
| Ro/Ro |
Roll-on/Roll-off. A type of vessel that
transports wheeled vehicles. Also used to refer to the cargo
itself. |
