The loading of a vessel by handling and placing goods within the container so as to ensure stability of the container, maximum use of space, safety of cargo, and efficient loading and unloading. A description of each item and its disposition in the vessel after loading is contained in the ship's stowage plan.
A marine term referring to loading freight into ships' holds.
The placing and securing of cargo or containers on board a vessel or an aircraft or of cargo in a container.
The arranging and packing of cargo in a vessel for shipment.
A marine term which means to load freight into the ships' holds.
The lacing of cargo in a vessel in such a manner as to provide the utmost safety and efficiency for the ship and the goods it carries.