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Introduction

This is the Maritime Glossary

This glossary/lexicon gives an intensive overview about the words, terms, articles relevant in the maritime area. Beside English most articles are also available in Spanish and German. A special aspect in this glossary is the Meteorology.

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Anchoring

Deutsch: Verankerung / Español: Anclaje / Português: Ancoragem / Français: Ancrage / Italiano: Ancoraggio

Anchoring in the maritime context refers to the process of securing a vessel in a particular location by deploying an anchor. This ensures that the vessel remains stationary, despite currents, wind, or other forces that might otherwise cause it to drift.

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Case

Deutsch: Fall / Español: Caso / Português: Caso / Français: Cas / Italiano: Caso /

In the maritime context, the term 'case' can have different meanings depending on the specific context. Here are a few examples of how 'case' is used in relation to maritime activities:

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Power Supply Issues

Power Supply Issues in the maritime context refer to problems or disruptions in the electrical power systems on board ships or marine facilities, which can impact the operation of navigation, propulsion, communication, and safety systems. Reliable power supply is critical for the safe and efficient operation of vessels, and any issues with power can pose serious risks to the vessel, crew, cargo, and overall maritime operations.

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Saltwater

Deutsch: Salzwasser / Español: agua salada / Português: água salgada / Français: eau salée / Italiano: acqua salata

Saltwater in the maritime context refers to the water from seas and oceans that has a high concentration of dissolved salts, primarily sodium chloride (NaCl).

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