BusinessAugust 31, 2026

bulker

BUL-ker

Definition

A large commercial vessel designed to transport unpackaged bulk cargo, such as grain, coal, or ore, in its cargo holds.

Etymology

The term derives from 'bulk,' referring to goods shipped in large, loose quantities, combined with the suffix '-er' to denote a vehicle or container designated for that purpose.

In the news

The article mentions a 'battery-powered self-unloading bulker' as a new technological development, highlighting the shift toward sustainability in the shipping industry.

Weilbach adds Optimum Voyage optimisation technology

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