"Cartelship" is a disputed spelling of the word cartel, which refers to a group of businesses or organizations that cooperate to control the production and pricing of goods or services. This unusual spelling appears to be a portmanteau of "cartel" and "ship," likely inspired by the concept of a fleet of ships controlled by a cartel. However, the correct spelling is simply "cartel," which is pronounced /kɑrˈtɛl/ in IPA phonetics. This spelling error may arise from confusion with the spelling of similar words in the shipping industry, such as flagship or clipper ship.