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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.
Authorization
Deutsch: Autorisierung / Español: Autorización / Português: Autorização / Français: Autorisation / Italiano: Autorizzazione
Authorization in the Maritime context refers to the formal permission granted by a governing body, Port authority, or regulatory agency for vessels, crews, or maritime Operations to proceed with specific activities. These activities may include entering ports, Transporting certain Types of Cargo, Fishing in designated waters, or conducting offshore operations.
Freight forwarder
Deutsch: Spediteur / Español: Agente de carga / Português: Transitário / Français: Transitaire / Italian: Spedizioniere
Freight Forwarder in the maritime context refers to a company or individual responsible for organizing and coordinating the transportation of goods on behalf of shippers. They act as intermediaries between exporters, importers, and various transportation services to ensure that cargo is moved efficiently and cost-effectively across international borders.
Historical Significance
Deutsch: Historische Bedeutung / Español: Importancia histórica / Português: Significado histórico / Français: Importance historique / Italiano: Significato storico
Historical significance in the maritime context refers to the lasting impact, relevance, and importance of maritime events, technologies, explorations, or figures that have shaped the development of human history, trade, warfare, and global interactions through sea-based activities. This can include milestones in navigation, key naval battles, the role of Maritime Trade in shaping economies, and the cultural and geopolitical shifts brought about by seafaring nations.
Mechanical Failure
Deutsch: Mechanischer Ausfall / Español: Fallo mecánico / Português: Falha mecânica / Français: Panne mécanique / Italiano: Guasto meccanico
In the Maritime context, mechanical failure refers to the malfunction or breakdown of any mechanical Component or system onboard a Vessel that affects its Propulsion, Navigation, Safety, or operational capability. It is a critical concern in maritime operations, as such failures can lead to Accidents, delays, environmental Hazards, or even loss of the vessel.