The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC February competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 59: Table of iron initially moved to a vessel (8)

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A clue to LIFEBOAT.
2 comments refer to this clue (from 2 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.What does the surface reading mean?
2.What does this mean?