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If, however, vessel must shift to and/or from such facilities, all time consumed by the vessel in shifting, including discharge of the ballast water and/or slops, shall count as used laytime; and expenses incurred by the vessel, including shifting expenses shall be for account of Buyer.", "samples": [{"hash": "ahfPcikycjY", "uri": "/contracts/ahfPcikycjY#ballast", "label": "Asset Purchase Agreement (Getty Realty Corp /Md/)", "score": 19.2026009582, "published": true}], "size": 2, "hash": "f520a45c239135a5e5a6a7891258829d", "id": 9}, {"snippet_links": [{"key": "tank-capacity", "type": "definition", "offset": [5, 18]}, {"key": "the-vessel", "type": "definition", "offset": [102, 112]}, {"key": "capable-of", "type": "definition", "offset": [116, 126]}, {"key": "loading-and-discharging", "type": "clause", "offset": [127, 150]}, {"key": "cargo-operations", "type": "clause", "offset": [177, 193]}], "snippet": "15.1 Tank capacity ALL 52411.6m3 (or Tons)\n15.2 Number and rating of ballast pumps 3 X 3000m3/hr\n15.3 The Vessel is capable of loading and discharging ballast concurrently with cargo operations. 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Typically, it specifies the type, quantity, and quality of ballast to be supplied, as well as the party responsible for its delivery, placement, and maintenance. For example, in shipbuilding contracts, this clause may require the contractor to ensure that sufficient ballast is installed to maintain vessel stability during certain phases of construction or operation. The core function of the Ballast clause is to ensure safety and compliance by clearly allocating responsibility for ballast, thereby preventing disputes and operational issues related to vessel or structure stability."}, "json": true, "cursor": ""}}