Stowage

The act of placing hazardous materials on board a vessel. (49CFR171)

A marine term referring to loading freight into the ships' holds.

A marine term referring to loading freight into the ships' holds.

The placing of goods in a ship in such a way as to ensure the safety and stability of the ship not only on a sea or ocean passage but also in between ports when parts of the cargo have been loaded or discharged.