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Maritime glossary, terms beginning with L (page 5)

All maritime glossary terms that begin with the letter L, drawn from every subject section. 1899 entries.

Showing 250 of 1899 terms (page 5 of 8).

Lionfish (Pterois volitans and Pterois miles) X18. Ballast Water, Biofouling and Antifouling
Indo-Pacific species invasive in the western Atlantic and Caribbean, primarily aquarium trade origin.
Lipari Tier X126. Marine Oil Spill Response and OPRC Regimes
Mediterranean cooperative response tier under REMPEC.
Lips, The [1988] AC 395 X143. Landmark Maritime Law Cases and Doctrines
House of Lords held that demurrage is liquidated damages, not a debt attracting interest separately.
Lipton Cup F4. Recreational Boating, Yachting and Sport
International team-racing trophy donated by Sir Thomas Lipton.
Lipton, Sir Thomas X84. Yacht Racing, Regattas and Sailing Governance
Tea magnate who challenged unsuccessfully for the America's Cup five times between 1899 and 1930.
Liquefaction X1. Cargo Science, Commodities and Cargo Care
Loss of shear strength in fine wet bulks (Group A); cause of capsizes.
Liquefaction Bulk Cargo X54. Naval Architecture Software and IACS Rules
Cargo behavior driving Group A IMSBC requirements and bulk carrier hold analyses.
Liquefaction Risk Assessment X5. Marine Surveying and Inspection
TML and moisture content check for Group A IMSBC cargoes.
LIQUEFIED BULK X15. Ports, Terminals and Stevedoring
cargo categories under MARPOL Annex I and II.
Liquefied Gas X75. IMDG Code, Classes, Packing and Segregation
Gas which when packaged under pressure is partially liquid at temperatures above minus 50 degrees Celsius.
Liquefied Gas Carrier X20. LNG Operations and Custody Transfer
IGC designation for vessel transporting cargoes listed in Chapter 19.
Liquefied Gas Tanker Advanced X21. STCW Certificates, Crewing and Seafarer Welfare
STCW V/1-2-2 advanced training.
Liquefied Gas Tanker Basic X21. STCW Certificates, Crewing and Seafarer Welfare
STCW V/1-2-1 short course.
Liquefied natural gas X56. LNG/LPG Carriers and IGC Code
Natural gas cooled to approximately minus 162 degrees Celsius at atmospheric pressure, reducing its volume by a factor of approximately 600.
Liquefied natural gas carrier C1. Commercial shipping, chartering, economics and finance
LNG carrier, vessel transporting LNG at minus 162 degrees Celsius.
Liquefied Natural Gas UN 1972 X172. IMDG Code: Classes, Divisions, Segregation, and Key UN Numbers
Methane refrigerated liquid or natural gas refrigerated liquid with high methane content, Class 2.1.
Liquefied nitrogen (LN2) X26. Reefer Containers and Cold Chain Logistics
Cryogenic expendable refrigerant for specialty reefer systems.
Liquefied petroleum gas X56. LNG/LPG Carriers and IGC Code
Propane, butane, or mixtures thereof carried at low temperature, elevated pressure, or both, depending on vessel type.
Liquefied petroleum gas carrier C1. Commercial shipping, chartering, economics and finance
LPG carrier such as VLGC or MGC.
Liquefied Petroleum Gas Inventory X50. Ship Recycling, Demolition and Hong Kong Convention
The Part III stores record of accommodation galley LPG cylinders.
Liquefied Petroleum Gas UN 1075 X172. IMDG Code: Classes, Divisions, Segregation, and Key UN Numbers
LPG, a Class 2.1 flammable gas mixture of propane, butane, and other hydrocarbons.
Liqui Moly Marine X61. Marine Lubricants and Cylinder Oils
Marine line of Liqui Moly additives and oils, marketed for leisure and small commercial vessels.
Liquid Bulk X1. Cargo Science, Commodities and Cargo Care
Cargo carried in tanks; covered by MARPOL Annex I or II, IBC, IGC.
Liquid bulk terminal C4. Ports, terminals and coastal/marine civil engineering
Terminal for oil, chemicals, or gas.
Liquid Cargo Barge X103. US Inland Waterway Towing and Barge
A general term for any tank barge carrying liquid cargo.
Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator X55. Marine Simulators, Training and Maritime Academies
Simulator dedicated to cargo and ballast operations on oil, chemical, or gas carriers with line, pump, and valve modeling.
Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator (LCHS) X144. Bridge Simulators, Engine Room Simulators, and Maritime Training Equipment
STCW A-V/1-1 advanced training for oil and chemical tanker officers, often using Transas LCHS 5000.
Liquid Cargo Heating X1. Cargo Science, Commodities and Cargo Care
Coil heating to maintain pumpability of bitumen, palm oil, etc.
Liquid Cargo Survey X115. Marine Bunker and Cargo Surveying
Quantity and quality survey of liquid bulk cargoes using ullage tape, density measurement, and ASTM/ISO petroleum measurement tables.
Liquid CO2 X57. Ocean Energy Beyond Wind
State in which CO2 is typically transported by ship at low temperature and moderate pressure for offshore storage.
Liquid Cooled Alternator X67. Marine Electrical Systems and Shore Power
Synchronous generator using a water or glycol jacket to remove heat from the stator.
Liquid epoxy X45. Marine Paints, Coatings and Antifouling
Solvent-free or high-solids epoxy applied at high thickness.
Liquid Gas Injection (LGI) X90. Marine Engine Specific Model Enumeration
MAN Energy Solutions two-stroke technology platform enabling low-pressure direct injection of liquid alternative fuels.
Liquid Gas Injection Ammonia (LGIA) X111. Methanol, Ammonia and Alternative Marine Fuels
MAN Energy Solutions designation for the ME-LGIA two-stroke ammonia dual-fuel engine series.
Liquid Gas Injection Methanol (LGIM) X111. Methanol, Ammonia and Alternative Marine Fuels
MAN Energy Solutions designation for the ME-LGIM two-stroke methanol dual-fuel engine series.
Liquid Header X20. LNG Operations and Custody Transfer
Common cargo loading and discharge line at deck level connecting tanks and manifolds.
Liquid Helium Tank Lift X104. Project Cargo Forwarders and Heavy Transport
Cryogenic vessel transport requiring controlled tilt and shock limits.
Liquid Inhibitor X135. Chemical Tanker Operators and IBC Code Cargoes
Chemical additive injected at load port to prevent polymerization in monomers such as styrene, vinyl acetate and acrylates.
Liquid Manifold X20. LNG Operations and Custody Transfer
Ship-side liquid presentation connection point per OCIMF MEG standards; typically 16-inch ANSI 150.
Liquid Mover X33. Inland Navigation and Barge Operations
Inland tanker vessel for liquid bulk cargoes.
Liquid organic hydrogen carrier X57. Ocean Energy Beyond Wind
LOHC, a chemical carrier proposed for offshore hydrogen export from sites such as AquaVentus.
Liquid Penetrant X92. Marine Steel Suppliers and Shipbuilding Plate
LP, surface nondestructive test method using dye penetration to reveal surface breaking defects.
Liquid Robotics Wave Glider X109. Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships and MASS Code
An ocean going wave and solar propelled unmanned surface vessel platform used for persistent maritime surveillance.
Liquid Robotics Wave Glider SV2 X65. ROVs, AUVs, USVs and Marine Robotics
Earlier generation Wave Glider USV from Liquid Robotics with shorter endurance than the SV3.
Liquid Robotics Wave Glider SV3 X65. ROVs, AUVs, USVs and Marine Robotics
Wave-propelled and solar-powered persistent USV from Liquid Robotics, a Boeing subsidiary.
Liquid sealed manometer X19. Engine Room Watchkeeping and UMS Operations
U tube manometer used for low pressure measurement of scavenge and exhaust.
Liquid Sulfur Barge X103. US Inland Waterway Towing and Barge
A heated tank barge carrying molten elemental sulfur.
Liquid Waste Receiving Facility X28. Ship Recycling and End-of-Life
Onshore facility accepting bilge water, sludge, and waste oils.
Liquid Water Path D1. Physical and chemical oceanography and marine meteorology
Vertically integrated cloud liquid water content.
Liquid-line filter drier X26. Reefer Containers and Cold Chain Logistics
Refrigerant moisture and contaminant filter on high-pressure liquid line.
Liquidated Damages X51. Maritime Arbitration, Law and BIMCO Clauses
A contractually agreed pre-estimate of loss, enforceable provided it is not a penalty.
Liquidator's Insurance X4. Marine Insurance, P&I and Claims
cover for hulls under insolvency administration.
Liquidity X61. Marine Lubricants and Cylinder Oils
Term loosely used in lubrication context to mean fluidity at a given temperature.
Liquidity Covenant X49. Ship Finance, Leasing and Maritime Capital Markets
Covenant requiring minimum cash and equivalents at the obligor.
Liquidity Provider X44. Shipping Indices, FFAs and Freight Markets
Market maker quoting consistent two-way prices in cleared FFAs to facilitate price discovery for end users.
Lirica Class X164. Cruise Industry, Brands, Ship Classes, and Terminals
An MSC Cruises class of four ships including MSC Lirica, MSC Opera, MSC Armonia, and MSC Sinfonia.
Lisbon Cruise Terminal X164. Cruise Industry, Brands, Ship Classes, and Terminals
The Terminal de Cruzeiros de Lisboa opened in 2017 at Santa Apolonia adjacent to the historic Alfama district.
Lisbon Higher Institute of Engineering Maritime Engineering X121. Maritime Education, Academies and Universities
ISEL maritime engineering BSc.
LISCR X7. Flag State, Port State Control and Detention Vocabulary
Liberian International Ship and Corporate Registry, headquartered in Dulles, Virginia.
List Compensation X20. LNG Operations and Custody Transfer
Software correction in CTMS converting observed level to true volume given measured list angle.
List Correction X5. Marine Surveying and Inspection
Correction applied to drafts and ullages due to vessel list.
List of Certificates and Documents Required to be Carried on Board Ships X7. Flag State, Port State Control and Detention Vocabulary
IMO FAL.2/Circ.131, the consolidated reference for onboard statutory documents.
List of competitors X71. Shipbrokers and Brokerage Firms
Vessels named by an S&P broker as also being for sale, used to gauge market depth.
List of Hazardous Materials X147. Ship Recycling, Hong Kong Convention, and Recycling Yards
Synonym for IHM Part I.
List of Lights X23. AIS, GMDSS, IALA Buoyage and Aids to Navigation
National publications enumerating lighted aids; NGA Pub. 110 to 116 in the US.
Listed Areas X22. Piracy, Maritime Security and Armed Protection
JWC designated waters attracting additional war risk premium.
Listed Facility under EU SRR X50. Ship Recycling, Demolition and Hong Kong Convention
A recycling yard appearing on the European Commission published List of approved ship recycling facilities.
Listening sweep X77. Naval Mine Warfare and Mine Countermeasures
A passive technique using hydrophones to detect mines or sweeping activity.
Listeria monocytogenes X41. Cruise Ship Public Health and VSP/USPH
Pathogen of concern in ready-to-eat foods such as deli meats and soft cheeses on cruise ships.
Listing X12. Maritime Casualties and Investigation
Persistent heel of a vessel due to flooding, cargo shift, or stability loss.
LISW (London International Shipping Week) X119. Maritime Conferences, Trade Shows and Awards
Biennial event series held since 2013, coordinated by Shipping Innovation Ltd.
LISW Conference X119. Maritime Conferences, Trade Shows and Awards
Flagship day-long conference within LISW at venues such as the QEII Centre.
Lithium Battery Mark X75. IMDG Code, Classes, Packing and Segregation
Rectangular mark with black border, UN number text, hazard symbol and contact phone number, required for many UN 3480, 3481, 3090, 3091 consignments.
Lithium Battery Test Summary X172. IMDG Code: Classes, Divisions, Segregation, and Key UN Numbers
A document required from 2020 per 2.9.4 confirming each cell and battery type meets UN Manual of Tests and Criteria Part III Section 38.3.
Lithium Chloride Scrubber X82. Saturation Diving and Offshore Diving Operations
Adsorbent used to control humidity in chamber atmospheres.
Lithium complex grease X61. Marine Lubricants and Cylinder Oils
Grease using a lithium complex thickener offering high dropping point and water resistance.
Lithium Hydroxide X82. Saturation Diving and Offshore Diving Operations
CO2 absorbent used in some diver bailout rebreathers.
Lithium Ion Batteries Contained in Equipment X75. IMDG Code, Classes, Packing and Segregation
UN 3481, Class 9.
Lithium Ion Batteries Packed with Equipment X75. IMDG Code, Classes, Packing and Segregation
UN 3481, Class 9, see SP188 and SP230.
Lithium Ion Batteries Standalone X75. IMDG Code, Classes, Packing and Segregation
UN 3480, Class 9.
Lithium Metal Batteries Contained in Equipment X75. IMDG Code, Classes, Packing and Segregation
UN 3091, Class 9.
Lithium Metal Batteries Contained in Equipment UN 3091 X172. IMDG Code: Classes, Divisions, Segregation, and Key UN Numbers
Class 9 lithium metal batteries packed with or contained in equipment.
Lithium Metal Batteries Packed with Equipment X75. IMDG Code, Classes, Packing and Segregation
UN 3091, Class 9.
Lithium Metal Batteries Standalone X75. IMDG Code, Classes, Packing and Segregation
UN 3090, Class 9.
Lithium Metal Batteries UN 3090 X172. IMDG Code: Classes, Divisions, Segregation, and Key UN Numbers
Class 9 lithium metal or lithium alloy batteries shipped alone, with specific load and packaging provisions.
Lithium-ion Batteries Contained in Equipment UN 3481 X172. IMDG Code: Classes, Divisions, Segregation, and Key UN Numbers
Class 9 batteries packed with or contained in equipment.
Lithium-ion Batteries UN 3480 X172. IMDG Code: Classes, Divisions, Segregation, and Key UN Numbers
Class 9 batteries without equipment, with watt-hour rating marked; subject to special provision 188, 230, 348, and lithium battery test summary requirements.
Lithium-ion battery X11. Naval Vessels, Warship Systems and Naval Architecture
Modern submarine main battery, fielded on Soryu and Taigei classes.
Lithium-Ion Battery Submarine X91. Submarines and Submarine Cable Systems
Submarine fitted with lithium-ion main batteries in place of lead-acid, exemplified by later Soryu and Taigei boats.
Lithosphere D2. Hydrography, tides, waves, bathymetry and marine geology
Rigid outer layer of Earth comprising crust and uppermost mantle.
Lithuania PSC X66. Port State Control and Regional MOUs
Paris MOU member State.
Lithuanian Maritime Safety Administration X98. Ship Registries and Flag States
Flag administration of the Republic of Lithuania.
Lithuanian Shiplift, Klaipeda X50. Ship Recycling, Demolition and Hong Kong Convention
Infrastructure historically used for Modest Infrastructure recycling operations.
Litigation Friend X51. Maritime Arbitration, Law and BIMCO Clauses
A representative appointed to conduct proceedings on behalf of a protected party, relevant in passenger claims.
Litoral Norte X124. Dredging Industry and Reclamation Contractors
Brazilian beach nourishment programme.
Litter Index D3. Marine environmental science, pollution and conservation
Density of marine litter on beaches or seabed.
Litton Marine Systems X89. ECDIS and Bridge Equipment Makers
Historical owner of Sperry Marine before acquisition by Northrop Grumman in 2001.
Littoral Combat Ship X11. Naval Vessels, Warship Systems and Naval Architecture
USN focused-mission corvette-sized combatant.
Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) E2. Naval, defence and maritime law enforcement
USN modular littoral combatant.
Littoral zone X10. Marine Biology, Fisheries and Oceanography
Intertidal zone between high and low tide marks.
Live animal container X26. Reefer Containers and Cold Chain Logistics
Containers permanently fitted for livestock under EU 1/2005 and IMO MSC.1/Circ.1349.
Live Bait Pole and Line X87. Fishing Vessels and Fisheries Management
Tuna fishing method in which scattered live anchovy or sardine excite a school for pole capture.
Live Bait Tank X87. Fishing Vessels and Fisheries Management
Refrigerated and aerated tank aboard pole and line vessels to hold live bait fish.
Live Fish Carrier (LFTV) X87. Fishing Vessels and Fisheries Management
Live fish transport vessel used for salmon, tuna, and other species, including transfer of bluefin from purse seine to farm cages.
Live load X6. Container, Intermodal and Trade Codes
Trucker waits while container is stuffed or stripped.
Live load on quay C4. Ports, terminals and coastal/marine civil engineering
Operational variable load on quay surface.
Live monitoring (marine mammal) X57. Ocean Energy Beyond Wind
Use of passive acoustic monitoring and sonar to manage interactions at tidal sites such as MeyGen.
Live Piracy Map X22. Piracy, Maritime Security and Armed Protection
IMB hosted geographic display of reported attacks.
Live Reef Fish Trade D4. Fisheries, aquaculture, blue economy and marine resources
Trade in coral reef fish for live consumption.
Live Reef Food Fish Trade X87. Fishing Vessels and Fisheries Management
Asian market sector involving live wrasse and grouper, subject to CITES Appendix II for humphead wrasse.
Live Reefer X83. ISO Container Manufacturing and Leasing
Refrigerated container shipped under power with cargo temperature setpoint.
Live Shellstock X41. Cruise Ship Public Health and VSP/USPH
Bivalve molluscs received with tags identifying the harvest area, dealer, and date.
Live-Fish Carrier (Well Boat) E4. Cruise, offshore energy and auxiliary/specialised fleets
Aquaculture transfer vessel.
Liveried Tender X164. Cruise Industry, Brands, Ship Classes, and Terminals
A cruise ship tender boat marked in the company colors, used to ferry passengers ashore at anchor ports.
Liverpool X39. Pre-1900 Maritime History
English port that grew rapidly with the West India and African trades from the eighteenth century.
Liverpool 2 X124. Dredging Industry and Reclamation Contractors
Mersey container terminal expansion requiring Boskalis Westminster channel deepening.
Liverpool John Moores University X55. Marine Simulators, Training and Maritime Academies
English university hosting the LJMU Maritime Centre with bridge and engine simulators in Liverpool.
Liverpool John Moores University Maritime Centre F3. Seafaring Life, Education, Professions and Institutions
UK maritime academic programs.
Liverpool Maritime Mercantile City F2. Maritime Culture, Heritage, Archaeology, Art and Museums
Formerly inscribed UNESCO World Heritage Site, delisted in 2021.
Liverpool Pilotage X159. Marine Pilotage, Pilot Districts, and Pilots' Associations
Liverpool Pilot Service Ltd handling vessels for the Mersey Docks and Harbour Company.
Liverpool Seamen's Orphan Institution X102. Seafarer Welfare and Maritime Charities
Historic UK seafarers' charity, founded 1869, supporting children of seafarers lost at sea.
Living Chamber X82. Saturation Diving and Offshore Diving Operations
Pressurized accommodation in the saturation system for divers between bell runs.
Living Stone X42. Offshore Wind Installation and Cable Lay
DEME multipurpose cable lay and rock installation vessel with two carousels.
Livorno X85. Ferries, Ro-Pax Operators and Routes
Italian Tuscan port hosting Moby Lines, Corsica Ferries, and Grimaldi Lines services to Corsica and Sardinia.
Livorno Cruise Terminal X164. Cruise Industry, Brands, Ship Classes, and Terminals
The Tuscan cruise port serving Florence and Pisa excursions, operated by Porto di Livorno 2000.
Liza Destiny FPSO X153. Offshore Drilling Rigs, FPSOs, and Offshore Vessels
Modec FPSO operating on the Liza field in the Stabroek Block offshore Guyana for ExxonMobil.
Liza Unity FPSO X153. Offshore Drilling Rigs, FPSOs, and Offshore Vessels
SBM Offshore FPSO operating as the second producing unit on the Liza field in Guyana.
LJMU Simulator Suite X144. Bridge Simulators, Engine Room Simulators, and Maritime Training Equipment
Liverpool John Moores University Maritime Centre simulator suite opened 2017.
LK-110 X133. Polar Research Vessels and Polar Code Regimes
Russian Leader-class concept, 120 MW shaft power, two RITM-400 reactors.
LK-60Ya X52. Polar Code, Arctic and Antarctic Shipping
Russian designation for the Project 22220 nuclear icebreaker class of approximately 60 megawatts shaft power.
LKP X80. Maritime Search and Rescue Coordination
Last Known Position of a vessel or person in distress.
LL 2003 Amendments X158. IMO Conventions, Protocols, Codes, and Resolutions
Revised Annex B amendments adopted by MSC.143(77) and entered into force 1 January 2005.
LL Container X83. ISO Container Manufacturing and Leasing
Lessor-owned container leased to a carrier and operated under the carrier's prefix on charter terms.
LL Protocol 1988 X146. Port State Control Regimes, MoUs, and Inspection Systems
The Protocol of 1988 relating to the Load Lines Convention, harmonizing the survey and certification system.
LL66 X158. IMO Conventions, Protocols, Codes, and Resolutions
International Convention on Load Lines 1966, adopted 5 April 1966 and entered into force 21 July 1968.
LL66 Convention X146. Port State Control Regimes, MoUs, and Inspection Systems
The International Convention on Load Lines 1966, central to 03xxx PSC deficiencies.
LLM Liner Lift Module X104. Project Cargo Forwarders and Heavy Transport
Industry term for liner modules forming part of a project plant package.
LLMC X13. Marine Salvage and Wreck Removal
Convention on Limitation of Liability for Maritime Claims, with wreck removal opt-in.
LLMC 1976 X4. Marine Insurance, P&I and Claims
Convention on Limitation of Liability for Maritime Claims, the modern global limitation regime.
LLMC 1976/1996 A4. Other IMO and ILO conventions and codes
Convention on Limitation of Liability for Maritime Claims, with 1996 Protocol and 2012 limit amendments.
LLMC 1996 Protocol X51. Maritime Arbitration, Law and BIMCO Clauses
The Protocol amending the 1976 LLMC, raising limits and simplifying amendment procedures.
LLMC 2012 Amendments X158. IMO Conventions, Protocols, Codes, and Resolutions
Amendments adopted by LEG.5(99) on 19 April 2012 raising the 1996 Protocol limits by 51 percent, entered into force 8 June 2015.
LLOSP X2. Marine Bunker Fuels, Lubricants and Bunkering Operations
Lowest level of suction at the bunker tank during stripping.
Lloyd Fonds X49. Ship Finance, Leasing and Maritime Capital Markets
German asset manager with a legacy KG shipping fund portfolio.
Lloyd Werft Bremerhaven X113. Drydock and Ship Repair Yards
German cruise ship specialist repair and conversion yard on the Weser, with several large graving docks.
Lloyd, Edward X39. Pre-1900 Maritime History
London coffee-house proprietor whose establishment, mentioned in print in 1688, became the nucleus of Lloyd's of London.
Lloyd's X4. Marine Insurance, P&I and Claims
insurance market in London operating under the Lloyd's Act 1871 and 1982.
Lloyd's Agent Survey X43. Marine Surveying and Warranty Surveying
An attendance by a Lloyd's Agent on behalf of underwriters at distant ports to verify cargo condition or vessel casualty details.
Lloyd's Aggregate Report X117. Marine Insurance Markets, Captives and Reinsurance
The annual report on Lloyd's market performance published by the Corporation of Lloyd's.
Lloyd's Appeal Arbitrators X99. Marine Salvage Awards and SCOPIC
Panel of distinguished retired judges hearing appeals from Lloyd's Salvage Arbitrator awards.
Lloyd's Average Bond X4. Marine Insurance, P&I and Claims
standard form bond signed by consignees for the release of cargo subject to GA contribution.
Lloyd's Class of Business X117. Marine Insurance Markets, Captives and Reinsurance
A risk code system used to classify Lloyd's premium for performance and regulatory reporting.
Lloyd's Coffee House F1. Maritime History
Edward Lloyd's 1686 London establishment, origin of Lloyd's of London insurance.
Lloyd's Coverholder X117. Marine Insurance Markets, Captives and Reinsurance
A firm authorized to underwrite on behalf of Lloyd's syndicates under binding authorities.
Lloyd's Form X53. Marine Insurance, P&I and Hull Clauses
Common shorthand for LOF, the Lloyd's Standard Form of Salvage Agreement.
Lloyd's Form 1980 X167. Major Salvage Companies, Wreck Removals, and Equipment
Earlier edition of the Lloyd's Open Form salvage contract introducing the safety net clause.
Lloyd's Form Arbitrators X157. Marine Loss Adjusters, GA Practice, and Casualty Firms
Panel of senior maritime arbitrators in London who hear and determine salvage disputes referred under LOF.
Lloyd's Form Cargo X108. Marine Insurance and P&I Clubs
Historic cargo wording originating from the Lloyd's market, superseded by Institute Cargo Clauses.
Lloyd's Joint Excess Loss Committee X53. Marine Insurance, P&I and Hull Clauses
A committee involved in coordination of marine excess of loss reinsurance in the London market.
Lloyd's Joint Working Party (LJWP) X117. Marine Insurance Markets, Captives and Reinsurance
A working group of market participants drafting wordings and clauses.
Lloyd's JWC X127. Maritime Security, Anti-Piracy and PMSCs
See Joint War Committee.
Lloyd's List F5. The Reference Layer: Glossary, Units, Signals and Information Sources
Maritime trade newspaper, founded 1734.
Lloyd's List Asia Pacific Awards X119. Maritime Conferences, Trade Shows and Awards
Annual regional awards presented in Singapore since 2003.
Lloyd's List Daily Briefing X71. Shipbrokers and Brokerage Firms
Daily intelligence email widely read in the broker community.
Lloyd's List Global Awards X119. Maritime Conferences, Trade Shows and Awards
Annual flagship awards held in London since 2003.
Lloyd's List Greek Shipping Awards X119. Maritime Conferences, Trade Shows and Awards
Annual Athens awards launched 2004.
Lloyd's List Intelligence A7. Compliance, certification and enforcement
Maritime intelligence service used for compliance screening.
Lloyd's List Intelligence Seasearcher X151. Maritime Sanctions, Dark Fleet, and Price Cap Regimes
A commercial database providing vessel ownership history, designation flags, and STS-pair detection.
Lloyd's List Maritime Intelligence Forums X119. Maritime Conferences, Trade Shows and Awards
Periodic Maritime Intelligence webinars and roundtables.
Lloyd's List Middle East and Indian Subcontinent Awards X119. Maritime Conferences, Trade Shows and Awards
Annual Dubai awards launched 2007.
Lloyd's List North American Maritime Awards X119. Maritime Conferences, Trade Shows and Awards
Annual New York or Houston awards launched 2018.
Lloyd's List Shipping Awards X119. Maritime Conferences, Trade Shows and Awards
Umbrella name for Lloyd's List regional and global award programs.
Lloyd's Maritime Academy F3. Seafaring Life, Education, Professions and Institutions
London-based maritime professional education provider.
Lloyd's Market Association (LMA) X117. Marine Insurance Markets, Captives and Reinsurance
The trade body for Lloyd's managing agents, publishing clauses including the LMA 5000 series.
Lloyd's of London X53. Marine Insurance, P&I and Hull Clauses
The London insurance market organized under the Lloyd's Act 1871 and subsequent statutes, comprising managing agents, syndicates, members, and the Corporation.
Lloyd's of London Marine Heritage F2. Maritime Culture, Heritage, Archaeology, Art and Museums
Insurance institution founded in 1688.
Lloyd's Open Form X13. Marine Salvage and Wreck Removal
Standard salvage contract, current edition LOF 2020 with SCOPIC 2020.
Lloyd's Open Form (LOF 2020) E1. Maritime security, geopolitics and risk
Standard no-cure-no-pay salvage contract.
Lloyd's Open Form (LOF) A5. Maritime Law, private and commercial
Standard salvage agreement with no-cure-no-pay basis and SCOPIC.
Lloyd's Policy Signing Office (LPSO) X53. Marine Insurance, P&I and Hull Clauses
The historic office that signed Lloyd's policies, succeeded by electronic placement systems.
Lloyd's Premium Trust Fund X117. Marine Insurance Markets, Captives and Reinsurance
The trust into which syndicate premiums are paid, used to settle claims and expenses.
Lloyd's Register X7. Flag State, Port State Control and Detention Vocabulary
LR, UK-headquartered classification society and IACS member founded 1760.
Lloyd's Register (LR) X8. IACS, Class Rules and Class Notations
classification society founded 1760, IACS founding member, headquartered London.
Lloyd's Register AL5 X107. Maritime Cybersecurity and OT Security
Lloyd's Register Autonomy Level 5 designation within its autonomy and digital notation series.
Lloyd's Register Cyber AL5 X109. Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships and MASS Code
The highest cyber assurance level under the Lloyd's Register ShipRight cyber notation, applicable to advanced MASS.
Lloyd's Register Cyber Aware X139. Maritime Cybersecurity, OT Threats and Standards
Entry-level LR notation with Secure and Resilient tiers above it.
Lloyd's Register Digital Health Check E3. Technology, digitalization and smart shipping
Cyber gap-analysis service.
Lloyd's Register Digital Twin X107. Maritime Cybersecurity and OT Security
Lloyd's Register methodology and notation framework for digital representation of assets and associated cyber considerations.
Lloyd's Register DRIVES X78. Voyage Optimization and Vessel Performance Software
A vessel performance and operational data platform within the OneOcean suite covering fuel, emissions, and voyage analytics.
Lloyd's Register Electrical Notation X67. Marine Electrical Systems and Shore Power
Class notation covering compliance with the Lloyd's Register rules for electrical installations.
Lloyd's Register Escort Tug X79. Tugs and Towage Industry
LR class notation indicating a tug certified for escort duties.
Lloyd's Register Fairplay X101. Vessel Brokerage Software and Chartering Platforms
Joint venture between Lloyd's Register and Fairplay, later folded into IHS Maritime and ultimately S&P Global Maritime & Trade.
Lloyd's Register FOBAS X115. Marine Bunker and Cargo Surveying
Fuel oil testing and advisory service operated by Lloyd's Register from facilities in Singapore and the United Kingdom.
Lloyd's Register Foundation X142. Classification Societies and Class Notations
Charitable parent of LR established 2012.
Lloyd's Register Group F3. Seafaring Life, Education, Professions and Institutions
Founded 1760, UK class and assurance organization.
Lloyd's Register Hull Monitoring X96. Hull Integrity Monitoring and Strain Gauges
Notation framework from Lloyd's Register covering installed hull monitoring systems.
Lloyd's Register IHM Expert B4. Shipbuilding, Materials, Sea Trials, Retrofits and Recycling
LR service for IHM compliance.
Lloyd's Register of Ships F5. The Reference Layer: Glossary, Units, Signals and Information Sources
Annual reference of merchant ships first published 1764.
Lloyd's Register OneOcean X78. Voyage Optimization and Vessel Performance Software
A maritime software portfolio from Lloyd's Register combining navigation, environmental, and compliance products including the former Marine Press platform.
Lloyd's Register PMS X174. Marine Engine Maintenance, Overhaul, and Condition Monitoring
Planned maintenance system approved by Lloyd's Register substituting continuous machinery survey items based on hours-run records.
Lloyd's Register Polar Class Notations E4. Cruise, offshore energy and auxiliary/specialised fleets
PC1 to PC7 designations.
Lloyd's Register Rules for Ships X30. Tug Operations and Harbour Towage
Class rules used for many tug designs.
Lloyd's Register Rules Pt 5 Ch 8 X38. Propellers, Stern Gear and Shaft Lines
LR rules covering shafting design and shaft alignment requirements.
Lloyd's Register ShipRight CSR-CR X148. Maritime Cybersecurity, IACS Cyber Rules, and Incidents
The "Cyber Security and Cyber Resilience" descriptive note in Lloyd's Register ShipRight procedures.
Lloyd's Register Surveyor X43. Marine Surveying and Warranty Surveying
A field surveyor employed by Lloyd's Register Group to perform classification, statutory, and additional inspection services.
Lloyd's Register Tug Notation X137. Harbour Tugs, Towage Operators and Tug Builders
LR's Tug Tug A1 notation covering structural and operational standards for towage units.
Lloyd's Register Yachts X156. Superyacht Industry, Builders, and Yacht Charter Market
Yacht classification arm of Lloyd's Register providing class for new builds and in-service surveys.
Lloyd's Register Yard Audit X50. Ship Recycling, Demolition and Hong Kong Convention
HKC-compliant yard verification campaigns conducted by Lloyd's Register, particularly active in Turkey and India.
Lloyd's Salvage Arbitration E1. Maritime security, geopolitics and risk
London arbitral mechanism under LOF.
Lloyd's Salvage Arbitration Branch X13. Marine Salvage and Wreck Removal
Body administering LOF awards and appeals in London.
Lloyd's Salvage Arbitrator X60. Marine Salvage and Wreck Removal
Senior maritime arbitrator appointed by the Council of Lloyd's to determine LOF awards.
Lloyd's Salvage Arbitrators X99. Marine Salvage Awards and SCOPIC
Panel of senior barristers and former judges appointed by the Council of Lloyd's to determine LOF awards.
Lloyd's Salvage Award X99. Marine Salvage Awards and SCOPIC
Final award issued by a Lloyd's Salvage Arbitrator following an LOF arbitration.
Lloyd's Standard Form of Salvage Guarantee (LSSG) X99. Marine Salvage Awards and SCOPIC
Pro forma security used by cargo and vessel interests to secure salvage claims.
Lloyd's Standard Salvage and Arbitration Clauses X13. Marine Salvage and Wreck Removal
LSSA clauses governing LOF procedure.
Lloyd's Standard Salvage and Arbitration Clauses (LSSA) X4. Marine Insurance, P&I and Claims
procedural clauses applying to LOF salvages.
Lloyd's Syndicate X4. Marine Insurance, P&I and Claims
underwriting member at Lloyd's, identified by syndicate number.
LM Wind Power X42. Offshore Wind Installation and Cable Lay
GE Vernova subsidiary manufacturing offshore wind turbine blades.
LM2500 X11. Naval Vessels, Warship Systems and Naval Architecture
GE marine gas turbine widely used on USN, JMSDF, RN, and other surface combatants.
LMA X53. Marine Insurance, P&I and Hull Clauses
The Lloyd's Market Association, the trade body representing managing agents at Lloyd's, publishing standard clauses and guidance.
LMA 5390 X117. Marine Insurance Markets, Captives and Reinsurance
The Cargo War Cancellation Clause used in cargo war risk wordings.
LMA 5400 X117. Marine Insurance Markets, Captives and Reinsurance
A series of marine cyber endorsements, including the cyber exclusion clauses for hull and cargo.
LMA 5402 X117. Marine Insurance Markets, Captives and Reinsurance
Marine Cyber Endorsement modifying CL 380 application in marine policies.
LMA 5403 X117. Marine Insurance Markets, Captives and Reinsurance
Marine Cyber Endorsement for hull and machinery, port packages, and offshore energy.
LMA Wordings X114. Maritime Arbitration and Shipping Law Firms
Lloyd's Market Association marine policy wordings interpreted by arbitral tribunals.
LMA5390 X53. Marine Insurance, P&I and Hull Clauses
A standard Lloyd's Market Association cyber exclusion clause used in marine and other classes.
LMAA A5. Maritime Law, private and commercial
London Maritime Arbitrators Association.
LMAA Award X51. Maritime Arbitration, Law and BIMCO Clauses
An award rendered by an LMAA tribunal under the LMAA Terms, Intermediate Claims Procedure, or Small Claims Procedure.
LMAA Bunker Arbitration X72. Bunkering Hubs and Bunker Suppliers
Arbitration of bunker quality and quantity disputes under London Maritime Arbitrators Association terms.
LMAA Checklist X152. Maritime Arbitration and Dispute Resolution
Pre-hearing checklist published by the LMAA for preparation of hearings under the Terms.
LMAA Fellows X114. Maritime Arbitration and Shipping Law Firms
Senior arbitrators of the LMAA elected from full members.
LMAA Full Members X114. Maritime Arbitration and Shipping Law Firms
Practising maritime arbitrators on the LMAA panel.
LMAA Intermediate Claims Procedure X51. Maritime Arbitration, Law and BIMCO Clauses
A streamlined LMAA procedure for claims of medium value, with limited disclosure and capped recoverable costs.
LMAA Intermediate Claims Procedure 2021 X114. Maritime Arbitration and Shipping Law Firms
Rules for medium-value disputes between US dollars 100,000 and US dollars 400,000.
LMAA Mediation Terms X114. Maritime Arbitration and Shipping Law Firms
Rules for mediation administered through the LMAA framework.
LMAA Mediation Terms 2002 X152. Maritime Arbitration and Dispute Resolution
Optional procedural framework for mediation services administered through LMAA members.
LMAA Questionnaire X51. Maritime Arbitration, Law and BIMCO Clauses
The standard form completed by parties at the outset of an LMAA reference to identify issues and case management requirements.
LMAA Small Claims Procedure (SCP) X51. Maritime Arbitration, Law and BIMCO Clauses
The LMAA procedure for low value claims, providing for a sole arbitrator and a documents only award.
LMAA Small Claims Procedure 2021 X114. Maritime Arbitration and Shipping Law Firms
Procedure for low-value claims up to US dollars 100,000 under a sole arbitrator on documents.
LMAA Supporting Members X114. Maritime Arbitration and Shipping Law Firms
Solicitors, P and I clubs, and others supporting the LMAA without arbitrator status.
LMAA Terms 2021 X51. Maritime Arbitration, Law and BIMCO Clauses
The current standard procedural terms of the LMAA for full-length references.
LMAA Tribunal X51. Maritime Arbitration, Law and BIMCO Clauses
The arbitral panel constituted under an LMAA arbitration clause, typically sole or three-member.
LMC X8. IACS, Class Rules and Class Notations
Lloyd's Register Machinery Class notation for machinery built and installed under LR survey.
LMG X133. Polar Research Vessels and Polar Code Regimes
RV Laurence M. Gould, USAP Antarctic Peninsula research vessel since 1997 under Edison Chouest.
LMI X114. Maritime Arbitration and Shipping Law Firms
London Marine Insurance market referenced in arbitration on hull and machinery policies.
LMR X103. US Inland Waterway Towing and Barge
See Lower Mississippi River.
LMRP X14. Offshore Oil and Gas Marine Operations
Lower marine riser package; disconnectable upper section of subsea BOP stack.
LMS X169. Container Terminal Cranes, Yard Equipment, and Lashing
MacGregor Lashing System lashing-force calculation software supplied with MacGregor cargo securing scopes.