What is Alongside?
Alongside in shipping refers to a location where a vessel is positioned parallel to a pier or dock, allowing cargo to be loaded or unloaded directly from the shore onto the ship. This is in contrast to a berth, which involves a vessel being secured to a dock or quay.
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