| Daily cost / running cost
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Expenses for crew and other expenses directly connected to the daily running of the vessel, like lube oils, insurance, maintenance etc.
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| Deadweight (DWT)
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The total weight that a vessel can carry when loaded to its marks, including cargo, fuel, stores, spares, crew, etc. (usually in Metric Tons).
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| Demurrage
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Charge against cargo for loading/discharging taking longer time than agreed.
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| Despatch
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Credit against cargo for loading/discharging taking shorter time than agreed.
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| Displacement
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The weight of the vessel and its weight contents.
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| DNV
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Det norske Veritas, classification society.
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| Double hull
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The ship has an inner and an outer hull. This construction increases strength and safety.
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| Draught
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Depth of submerged part of vessel.
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| Drydock
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Place of ship repair. Vessels are regularly put into drydock for inspection, repair and painting of vessels bottom.
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| Dunnage
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Wood (usually) placed amongst cargo to facilitate stowage and protect against damage.
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| DWT
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Deadweight.
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