§42301 Definitions

Summary

Defines key shipping words used in the chapter. Common carrier, marine terminal operator, ocean common carrier, ocean transportation intermediary, shipper, and shippers’ association have the same meanings given elsewhere in the law. Foreign carrier — an ocean common carrier whose vessels are mostly registered under a foreign country's laws. Maritime services — moving cargo by ship between ports. Maritime-related services — other services tied to ocean carriers, like intermodal and terminal work, cargo solicitation, agency services, and freight intermediary activities. United States carrier — an ocean common carrier with vessels registered under U.S. law. United States oceanborne trade — moving cargo between the United States and a foreign country by an ocean common carrier, directly or indirectly.