| Handling Costs |
The cost involved in transferring, preparing, and otherwise contracting inventory. |
| Hangertainer |
Specialized container equipped with hanger beams for the purpose of stowing garments on hangers. |
| Harmless Chemicals |
A cargo description, which is a contradiction of terms. A chemical is a substance and whether it is harmless or not, depends on the context in which the substance appears or is used. |
| HAWB/MAWB |
House Airway Bill/Master Airway Bill. Documents required for air transportation of cargo. |
| Heavy Lift Charge |
Charge for cargo which is too heavy to be lifted by standard cranes or ship's tackle. |
| Hitchment |
Marrying 2 or more portions of one shipment that originate at different geographical locations, moving under one bill of lading, from one shipper to one consignee. Authority for this service must be granted by tariff publication. |
| Holds |
Section of vessel in which containers are stored. (See also Bays) |
| Hustler |
Tractor that pulls containers around the pier for positioning. Also known as Yard Hustler. |
