Ship Chartering Abbreviations Quiz
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What does BM stand for in the context of ship chartering?

  • Basis 1 Port to 1 Port
  • Berth Terms
  • Basis (correct)
  • Brackish Water Arrival Draft
  • In ship chartering, what does CIF refer to?

  • Close of Business
  • Custom Of Port
  • Cost, Insurance & Freight (correct)
  • Carriage Paid
  • What is the meaning of COACP in the context of ship chartering?

  • Charterers Pay Dues
  • Cash On Delivery
  • Contract of Affreightment Charter Party (correct)
  • Carriage Paid
  • What does BSS stand for in ship chartering terminology?

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    What does CBFT (or CFT) represent in the context of ship chartering?

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    Study Notes

    Abbreviations in Ship Chartering

    • AA: Always Afloat
    • AAAA: Always Accessible
    • ABT: About
    • ADCOM: Address Commission
    • AFSPS: Arrival First Sea Pilot Station (specific to Norway)
    • AFFREIGHTMENT: Hiring a ship, either in whole or part
    • AFT: Refers to the stern or rear section of a ship
    • AGW: All Going Well
    • APS: Arrival Pilot Station
    • A/S: Alongside

    Chartering Terms

    • ATDNSHINC: Any Time, Day or Night, including Sundays and Holidays
    • ATUTC: Actual Times Used to Count Ship Chartering
    • BALLAST: Heavy weight, usually seawater, necessary for stability in ships without cargo
    • BAREBOAT CHTR: A bareboat charter where owners lease a specific vessel and manage its technical and commercial operations
    • BBB: Before Breaking Bulk

    Vessel Specific Terms

    • BC: Bulk Carrier
    • BDI: Both Dates Inclusive
    • BENDS: Refers to both loading and discharging ports
    • BI: Both Inclusive

    Documentation in Shipping

    • BL (1): Bale, a unit of measurement
    • BL (2): Bill of Lading, a document signed by the carrier serving as a receipt and evidence of title to the cargo

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    Test your knowledge of ship chartering abbreviations with this quiz. From 'ABT' to 'ATUTC', see how many you can identify!

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