海运词汇表
ClassificationA publication, such as the Uniform Freight Classification (railroad) or the National Motor Freight Classification (motor carrier), that assigns ratings to various articles and provides bill of lading descriptions and rules |
Classification YardA railroad yard with many tracks used for assembling freight trains |
Clayton ActAn anti-trust act of the US Congress making price discrimination unlawful |
CLBCanadian Land Bridge |
CLCCONTAINER LIFT ON OFF CHARGE |
Clean B/LNo recorded irregularities in packing or general condition of all or any part of the shipment |
Clean bill of ladingA receipt for goods issued by a carrier with an indication that the goods were received in "good order and condition," without damage or other irregularities |
Clean L/CClean letter of credit |
ClearanceClearance of a ship in a harbour. Preparations before arrival and servicing while the ship is berthed in the harbour. Comprises the following activities: - Determination of the berth and operational schedule - Instructing the various service firms - Handling formalities before authorities such as customs and harbour police - Compilation of the booking forecasts (partner/HL) - inspection of special cargo - Coordinating departure with the terminal - Ordering moorage services, towing services and pilots upon departure of the ship - Organising agents attending to the crew |
Clearance AgentAgent who is mainly entrusted with clearing ships on behalf of the shipowners. The clearing trade is pursued by chartering brokers and liners agents. Syn.: Chartering Broker |