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The Maritime Glossary. Letter L +++ Popular Articles: 'Living Quarters', 'Length overall', 'Logistics'

Logistics Provider

Deutsch: Logistikdienstleister / Español: Proveedor de Logística / Português: Provedor de Logística / Français: Prestataire Logistique / Italiano: Fornitore di Servizi Logistici

A logistics provider in the maritime sector specializes in the planning, coordination, and execution of goods transport via sea routes. These providers integrate services such as freight forwarding, warehousing, customs clearance, and last-mile delivery to ensure efficient global supply chains. Their role is critical in optimizing maritime trade, reducing transit times, and managing complex regulatory requirements.

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London

Deutsch: London / Español: Londres / Português: Londres / Français: Londres / Italiano: Londra

London in the maritime context refers to its significant role as a major port city and its historical and contemporary importance in global maritime trade and navigation. The city, situated along the River Thames, has been a central hub for shipping and commerce for centuries.

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LoS

LoS is a shortcut for --->'--->Level of Service'.

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Loss or Damage

Deutsch: Verlust oder Beschädigung / Español: Pérdida o Daño / Português: Perda ou Dano / Français: Perte ou Dommage / Italiano: Perdita o Danno

Loss or damage in the maritime context refers to the destruction, theft, or deterioration of cargo or vessels during maritime transport. This term encompasses a wide range of incidents that can affect the value and condition of the goods being transported, as well as the integrity of the ships themselves.

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LP

English: LP
German: LP is a shortcut for --->'Scientific Group of the London Protocol'.

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LPG

LPG is a shortcut for --->'Liquid Petroleum Gas' or 'Liquefied Petroleum Gas'.

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LR

English: LR
German: English: LR
German: LR is a shortcut for --->'Lloyd's Register'.

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LRIT

English: Long-range identification and tracking (ships)
German: LRIT is a shortcut for --->'Long Range Identification and Tracking'.

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LSA Code

Deutsch: LSA-Code / Español: Código LSA / Português: Código LSA / Français: Code LSA / Italiano: Codice LSA /

LSA Code is a shortcut for --->'Life-saving Appliances Code'.

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LUT

English: Lut (disambiguation)
German: LUT is a shortcut for --->'Local User Terminal (COSPAS-SARSAT ground receiving station)'.

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