Shipping Glossary
BIMCOBaltic and International Maritime Conference |
BISBank for International Settlement |
BKIBANK INTREST |
Blanket BondA bond covering a group of persons, articles or properties |
Blanket RatesA rate applicable to or from a group of points. A special rate applicable to several different articles in a single shipment |
Blanket WaybillA waybill covering two or more consignments of freight |
BLCBARGE LIFTING CHARGE |
Blind ShipmentBill of lading wherein the paying customer has contracted with the carrier and the shipper or consignee information is not given |
BLKBULK CHARGE |
Block StowageStowing cargo destined for a specific location close together to avoid unnecessary movement |