Nautical Term: FWAD
Definition of FWAD
Fresh Water Arrival Draft is a maritime term that refers to a preliminary document outlining the procedures and requirements for the reception and handling of fresh water supplies on board a ship.
For instance, suppose a cargo ship is approaching a port where fresh water supplies are available. The master of the ship would need to follow the procedures outlined in the Fresh Water Arrival Draft to ensure that the fresh water is safely and efficiently received and handled on board the ship.
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