Shipper: The person or company who is usually the supplier or owner of commodities shipped. also called Consignor.

Shipper’s Instructions : Shipper’s communication(s) to its agent and/or directly to the international

Stevedore: Individual or firm that employs longshoremen and who contracts to load or unload the ship.

Stowage : A marine term referring to loading freight into ships’ holds.

Stripping: Removing cargo from a container (devanning).

Stuffing: Putting cargo into a container.

Surcharge: An extra or additional charge.