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Glossary of Shipping Terms A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W XYZ. A. AA. Always Afloat (In some ports the ship aground when approaching, or at berth.). AAR. Abbreviation for: - Against All Risks (insurance clause). - Association of American Railroads. Abaft A point beyond the midpoint of a ships length, towards the rear or stern. Abandon A proceeding wherein a shipper/consignee seeks authority to abandon all or parts of their cargo. Abatement A discount allowed for damage or overcharge in the payment of a bill. ABI. Customs' "Automated Broker Interface," by which brokers file importers' entries electronically. Aboard Referring to cargo being put, or laden, onto a means of conveyance. Absorption One carrier assumes the charges of another without any increase in charges to the shipper.
Glossary of Shipping Terms A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W XYZ A AA Always Afloat (In some ports the ship aground when approaching, or
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