1. Trade and commercial activities conducted by sea, including the transportation of goods and passengers via ships
Naval commerce has been essential to economic development for centuries.
O comércio naval tem sido essencial para o desenvolvimento econômico há séculos.
2. The business and industry related to maritime shipping and seafaring trade
The country's naval commerce expanded significantly during the 18th century.
O comércio naval do país expandiu significativamente durante o século XVIII.