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Slop tank

Slop tank

Created OnFebruary 7, 2018
byCapt. Angad S Cheema
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a tank specifically designated for the collection of tank drainings, tank washings and other oily mixtures.

Related:

  • Dreadage or Dreading Clause
  • Load on Top Procedure
  • Hydrocarbon Gas
  • Arrived ship
  • Free in and out (FIO)
  • Both to Blame collision clause

By Capt. Angad S Cheema

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