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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.
Appeal
Deutsch: Berufung / Español: Apelación / Português: Apelação / Français: Appel / Italiano: Appello
Appeal in the maritime context refers to the legal process by which a Decision made by a lower maritime court or tribunal is reviewed by a higher court. This process allows parties who are dissatisfied with a ruling to seek a reassessment of the case based on the argument that the original decision was incorrect or unjust.
Jones Act
Deutsch: Jones-Gesetz / Español: Ley Jones / Português: Lei Jones / Français: Loi Jones / Italian: Legge Jones
Jones Act refers to a United States federal statute that regulates maritime commerce in U.S. waters and between U.S. ports. In the maritime context, it primarily mandates that goods transported by water between U.S. ports must be carried on ships that are built, owned, and operated by United States citizens or permanent residents.
Livestock
Deutsch: Vieh / Español: Ganado / Português: Gado / Français: Bétail / Italiano: Bestiame
Livestock in the maritime context refers to the transportation of farm animals, such as cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs, by sea. This practice involves specialized vessels designed to ensure the welfare and safety of the animals during their journey across oceans.
Preservation
Deutsch: Erhaltung / Español: Conservación / Português: Preservação / Français: Préservation / Italiano: Conservazione
Preservation in the maritime context refers to the measures and practices used to protect and maintain ships, marine environments, and cultural heritage from deterioration and damage. This encompasses a wide range of activities aimed at ensuring the longevity and safety of maritime assets and ecosystems.