Incoterms 2020

Aframax-Tanker

A medium-sized crude oil or product tanker with a deadweight between 80,000 and 120,000 metric tons, optimized for maximum capacity within AFRA freight scale. Common in global seaborne oil trade.

Quick answer: A medium-sized crude oil or product tanker with a deadweight between 80,000 and 120,000 metric tons, optimized for maximum capacity within AFRA freight scale. Common in global seaborne oil trade.

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Quick answer

A medium-sized crude oil or product tanker with a deadweight between 80,000 and 120,000 metric tons, optimized for maximum capacity within AFRA freight scale. Common in global seaborne oil trade.

Why it matters

Aframax-Tanker matters because it supports clear communication in Incoterms 2020 contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

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Questions and answers

What is Aframax-Tanker?

In this glossary, Aframax-Tanker refers to: A medium-sized crude oil or product tanker with a deadweight between 80,000 and 120,000 metric tons, optimized for maximum capacity within AFRA freight scale. Common in global seaborne oil trade.

How is Aframax-Tanker used in logistics?

In logistics communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Der Hafen kann Aframax-Tanker aufnehmen, die aufgrund ihrer Größe und Kapazität für regionale Rohöllieferungen geeignet sind."

Why does Aframax-Tanker matter in logistics?

Aframax-Tanker matters because it supports clear communication in Incoterms 2020 contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

Who uses Aframax-Tanker?

Aframax-Tanker is mainly used by Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers.

What category does Aframax-Tanker belong to?

In this glossary, Aframax-Tanker is grouped under Incoterms 2020. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO and published by Protermify Logistics as a static logistics reference page.

Definition

A medium-sized crude oil or product tanker with a deadweight between 80,000 and 120,000 metric tons, optimized for maximum capacity within AFRA freight scale. Common in global seaborne oil trade.

Operational example

The port can accommodate Aframax tankers, which are ideal for regional crude oil shipments due to their size and capacity.

Localized term

Aframax-Tanker

Localized example

Der Hafen kann Aframax-Tanker aufnehmen, die aufgrund ihrer Größe und Kapazität für regionale Rohöllieferungen geeignet sind.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO

Category

Incoterms 2020

Exam relevance

  • FIATA Diploma
  • CILT Certification
  • IATA DGR

Target audience

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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