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Aboard |
Referring to cargo being put, or laden, onto a means of conveyance. |
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Accessorial Charges |
Charges that are applied to the base tariff rate or base contract rate, e.g., bunkers, container, currency, destination/delivery. |
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Act of God |
An act beyond human control, such as lightning, flood or earthquake. |
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Ad Valorem |
A term from Latin meaning, "according to value." |
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Advice of Shipment |
A notice sent to a local or foreign buyer advising that shipment has gone forward and containing details of packing, routing, etc. A copy of the invoice is often enclosed and, if desired, a copy of the bill of lading. |
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