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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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English: ANL
German: ANL is a shortcut for --->'Australian National Line'.

English: ANM
German: ANM is a shortcut for --->'Aids to Navigation Management (IALA)'.

ANMET is a shortcut for --->'Australian Network of Maritime Education and Training'.

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ANTA is a shortcut for --->'Australian National Training Authority'.

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Deutsch: Antarktis / Español: Antártida / Português: Antártica / Français: Antarctique / Italiano: Antartide

Antarctica in the Maritime context refers to the southernmost continent, surrounded by the Southern Ocean, and its role as a focal Point for maritime activities such as scientific Exploration, Environmental Monitoring, Fisheries, and tourism. The unique and harsh maritime environment of Antarctica requires specialised vessels and strict regulatory frameworks to navigate its waters safely and sustainably.

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ANZECC is a shortcut for --->'Australia/New Zealand Environment and Conservation Council'.

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ANZMC is a shortcut for --->'Australia and New Zealand Maritime Committee'.

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ANZMEC is a shortcut for --->'Australian and New Zealand Minerals and Energy Council'.

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ANZSBEG is a shortcut for --->'Australia New Zealand Safe Boating Education Group'.

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