Shipping Terms
Packing List is shipping document indicating cargo description, weight and dimensions but no value is required.
Pallet or Skid is a platform for loading packages and pieces for easy transportation and handling.
Per Diem - shipping charge for inland carrier detention.
Pier is the carrier terminal to which vessel is loaded and unloaded.
Pier to Pier is shipping from port to port.
POD Proof of Delivery, Port of Discharge or Port of Destination is place where cargo is unloaded from the vessel.
POL - Port of Loading is the place where cargo is loaded on vessel.
Port – Harbor with piers or docks
Port of Call is port where ship is discharging the cargo.
PPI Principal Party of Interest
Pulp Temperature is process of temperature testing of the refrigerated cargo to ensure that proper temperature is maintain in the refrigerated container.