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Maritime Dictionary

Bollard

Ship Structure & Parts

Meaning

Definition

A strong vertical post on a ship's deck or on a quay used for securing mooring lines. Ship bollards are typically paired and rated for a specific safe working load, while shore bollards are embedded in the quay structure.

Related Terms

See Also

Mooring LinesQuayBerth
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