transshipment

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“The continuity of operations is fundamental for the transshipment industry worldwide,” said Alberto Alemán, who served as Panama Canal administrator and now advises the Mulino administration.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 13, 2026

Shipping products through one port to another in a process known as transshipment is common in global trade.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2025

Some vessels also engage in transshipment, offloading their catch without returning to shore, which can lead to prolonged periods at sea and increased risks.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2025

The sanctions would also seek to do more to stem the transshipment of oil and other restricted goods through bordering countries, although he did not give details.

From Reuters • Feb. 21, 2023

They shot past floating platforms and transshipment loaders.

From "Ship Breaker" by Paolo Bacigalupi