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Hub system

A transport network system in which a carrier routes heavily trafficked flights or voyages among a few large air or sea ports called hubs or base ports, rather than making direct calls on smaller ones. The respective hinterlands of each…

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Husbanding

A general term used for managing the affairs of a ship while in port, including such tasks as customs formalities, fueling, supplies, repairs and any requirements of the crew. Husbanding is normally handled by ship line employees, or vessel owners…

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