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Lighterage (Noun)

The fee charged for carrying goods in lighters.

Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.

The port authority increased the lighterage to cover rising fuel costs and other operational expenses.
As the ship couldn't navigate through the shallow waters, lighterage became a significant component of the total shipping cost.
To calculate the total freight charges, you need to consider the lighterage in addition to the sea freight and insurance costs.
Due to high demand and limited capacity, lighterage fees have surged in the past few months.
Lighterage rates can vary significantly depending on factors like the type of cargo, its volume, and the port of operation.

The transportation of goods on a lighter.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The company specialized in lighterage services for oversized cargo that couldn't fit through the canal locks.
Due to the low water levels, lighterage was the only viable option for transporting goods upstream.
Lighterage played a crucial role in the city's maritime trade, with barges being unloaded and reloaded onto ships.
The harbor's lighterage operations were temporarily suspended due to the severe weather conditions.
As the river's navigation channel was too shallow for large vessels, lighterage was used to transfer cargo to smaller boats.