dock

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Last week, a Russian-owned tanker carrying an estimated 730,000 barrels of crude oil became the first crude oil shipment to dock in one of Cuba's ports since early January.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The announcement from Havana comes after the U.S. this week permitted an oil tanker from Russia carrying 700,000 barrels to dock in the Cuban capital.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

"Think of two ferries of different sizes approaching a dock," says Morrell.

From Science Daily • Mar. 22, 2026

"Those still going out are using the cheaper 'green oil' left over in the tanks. Once this batch is gone, everyone will probably dock because we can't handle the costs," Kwanchai predicted.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

At the end of the dock was a high chain-link gate and the fence that surrounded the ranger station.

From "Tiger Boy" by Mitali Perkins