Freight and Shipping Terms Glossary
Logistics Worldwide’s Freight and Shipping Terms Glossary helps you understand the language of transportation—from common acronyms and industry terminology to payment, credit, and supply chain terms.
Select a letter below to browse terms alphabetically. If you can’t find a term or need help understanding how it applies to your shipment, contact Logistics Worldwide.
The Freight Terms Glossary was compiled by the Georgia Institute of Technology in association with the Georgia Tech Supply Chain & Logistics Institute.
- Quarantine
A restraint placed on an operation to protect the public against a health hazard. A ship may be quarantined so that it cannot leave a protected point. During the quarantine period, the Q flag is hoisted.
- Quay
A structure attached toland to which a vessel is moored. See also Pier and Dock.
- Quoin
A wedge-shaped piece of timber used to secure barrels against movement.
- Quota
The quantity of goods that may be imported without restriction during a set period of time.
- Quotation
An offer to sell goods at a stated price and under stated terms.
