Tuesday, May 21, 2013

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Virga - Wisps or streaks of precipitation falling out of a cloud which evaporate before reaching the ground.
Category: - Weather


V/L - Abbreviation for vessel
Category: - Maritime - Acronym


VLCC - Very Large Crude Carriers: Tankers between 200,000 and 300,000 dwt.
Category: - Maritime - Acronym


Voice Tube - A large speaking tube that goes from one operating station to another.
Category: - Maritime


Void Tank - A watertight space that does not carry ballast or cargo. For floatation.
Category: - Maritime


Voyage Charter - A contract whereby the shipowner places the vessel at the disposal of the charterer for one or more voyages, the shipowner being responsible for the operation of the vessel.
Category: - Maritime


VTS - "Vessel Traffic Services, Canadian Coast Guard: The fundamental objectives of all Vessel Traffic Services world wide are; To facilitate the safe and efficient movement of marine traffic; To safeguard the environment. "
Category: - Maritime - Acronym


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