Glossary

It is all areas and things of, on, under, relating to, adjacent to, or bordering on a sea, ocean, or other navigable waterway, including all maritime related activities, infrastructure, people, cargo, and vessels…

It is the effective understanding of anything associated with the global maritime domain that could impact the security, safety, economy, or environment of the United States.

It shares and displays vessel Automated Identification System (AIS) data real–time with multiple international users through a web–based, password–protected system.

Letters, numbers, and other symbols placed on cargo packages to facilitate identification. Also known as marks.

A pointed metal spike, used to separate strands of rope in splicing.

It is an integrated, data–driven environment providing essential information to support the strategic requirements of the United States Marine Transportation System and its contribution to economic viability of the nation.

U.S. Customs’ automated program under AMS. It allows for electronic reporting of inbound (foreign) cargoes in the U.S.

An archaic practice. An acknowledgement of cargo receipt signed by a mate of the vessel. The possessor of the mate’s receipt is entitled to the bill of lading, in exchange for that receipt.

1,000 board feet. One MBM equals 2,265 C.M.

Abbreviation for “Master Container Freight Station.” See CFS.