Shipping Glossary
| Hawse PipeThick-walled pipe or beaded edge hole through which anchor chains or mooring lines are passed | 
| HAZHAZARDOUS CARGO SURCHARGE | 
| HAZ MATAbbreviation for hazardous material | 
| HBCHITCHMENT BILLS OF LADING CHARGE | 
| HBDHARBOUR DUES | 
| HEAVEChange in the direction of motion of a ship such that she faces the storm to avoid damages. In most cases, heaving is accompanied by reduced speed | 
| Heavy Cargo AdditionalAmount added to the sea freight for particularly heavy cargo. The weight limit for which heavy cargo additional becomes payable if exceeded is stipulated in the tariff | 
| Heavy GrainTerm related to the shipment of grains, comprises e.g. wheat, rye and maize | 
| Heavy HaulageTransport of heavy weight | 
| Heavy Lift AdditionalSurcharge for heavy lift |