1767-Jan.-14: Captain Gilbert of the ship L’Eléfant offered reduced freight rates for merchants shipping goods to Nantes, La Rochelle, or Bordeaux.

1767-Jan.-14: Captain Gilbert of the ship L’Eléfant offered reduced freight rates for merchants shipping goods to Nantes, La Rochelle, or Bordeaux. He provided a discount of two deniers below the current market rate and offered better terms for high-volume shipments. The ship was a flute chartered from the King for one year, operating under the same liability rules as standard merchant vessels. Competitive shipping rates were essential for enslavers looking to export sugar and coffee while minimizing their operational overhead.