Meaning Break-bulk cargo
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Break-bulk cargo


Cargo in-between bulk and containerized, that must be handled piece-by-piece by terminal workers (stevedores). Often stored in bags or boxes and stacked onto pallets. Smaller lift equipment (forklifts [..]
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Refers to general cargo that has been packaged in some way with the use of bags, boxes or drums. This cargo tends to have numerous origins, destinations and clients. Before containerization, economies of scale were difficult to achieve with break-bulk cargo as the loading and unloading process was very labor and time c [..]
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Break-bulk cargo


Goods shipped loose in the vessel's hold and not in a container. Also referred to as Non-Containerised Cargo (NCC) and static cargo.
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Each piece is handled by the terminal handler (stevedore)
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Goods shipped loose in the vessel’s hold and not in a container.
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Cargo which is divided or separate regardless of whether it is packed or not.
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