Nautical Term: Ship chandler

Definition of Ship chandler

A ship chandler is an individual or business that specializes in the sale of necessary equipment and provisions for the efficient operation of a ship.

For example, a captain of a cargo ship docked at a port may require a ship chandler to supply him with various provisions such as fresh water, foodstuffs, and spare parts for the ship’s engines.

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