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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.
Grand Banks
Deutsch: Große Neufundlandbank / Español: Grandes Bancos / Português: Grandes Bancos / Français: Grands Bancs / Italiano: Grandi Banchi
The Grand Banks refer to a group of submerged plateaus located southeast of Newfoundland in the North Atlantic Ocean. In the Maritime context, they are historically significant as one of the world's richest Fishing grounds, particularly for Atlantic cod. The interaction of cold and warm ocean currents creates nutrient-rich waters, supporting vast Marine Biodiversity. Due to their ecological and economic importance, the Grand Banks have been central to maritime fishing industries for centuries.
Manual
Deutsch: Handbuch / Español: manual / Português: manual / Français: manuel / Italiano: manuale
In the maritime context, a manual refers to a document or set of instructions that provides detailed information and guidelines for operating ships, navigating, maintaining equipment, or following safety procedures. Manuals are essential tools for the crew, as they offer standardized instructions to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations onboard vessels and in maritime environments.
Offshore Industry
Englisch: Offshore industry / Español: Industria offshore / Português: Indústria offshore / Français: Industrie offshore / Italiano: Industria offshore
The offshore industry in the Maritime context refers to the sector of economic and industrial activities carried out at sea, typically beyond the immediate coastal areas, and often on or beneath the seabed. It includes the Exploration, extraction, production, and support services related to oil and gas, renewable energy, Marine Minerals, and subsea infrastructure.
Scientific Research
Deutsch: Wissenschaftliche Forschung / Español: Investigación científica / Português: Pesquisa científica / Français: Recherche scientifique / Italian: Ricerca scientifica
Scientific Research in the maritime context refers to the systematic study and exploration of the ocean and its various components, including marine ecosystems, physical oceanography, marine geology, and maritime technology. This research is essential for understanding the complexities of the marine environment, supporting sustainable use of ocean resources, and addressing global challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and marine pollution.