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Bulk Carrier

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A vessel used to carry bulk items, such as petrolium.

What is a bulk carrier?

A bulk carrier, also known as bulk freighter, is a merchant ship used by the companies to transport dry goods. This cargo is not packed in drums, containers, or any other sort of package. 

 

Usually, the products that are transferred using the bulk carrier include coal, cement, sugar, and many more. 

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