document giving title to goods that acts as a receipt and a contract to ship them, and can be used by shippers as security when discounting bills of exchange.
Our legal and binding contract with the Customer used for transportation of freight.
Official record of goods being carried on a ship.
Used in sea freight. As with other transport documents, a bill of lading is a receipt for goods received, and evidence of the transport contract. However a bill of lading has a third function - it provides entitlement to the goods. The holder of an original bill of lading can seek a delivery order and take delivery of goods. Normally issued as 3 originals and a number of copies
The document which covers transport by sea. Signed by the carrier, whether a shipping line or a freight forwarder, it serves as a receipt to the consignor for the goods, as evidence of the contract of transport containing the conditions of transport, and as a document of title by which possession of the goods can be transferred. Typically a B/L is issued in a set of three signed originals or negotiables, one of which must be presented to claim the goods upon which the others become void.
A document evidencing a contract for the carriage of goods by sea and the receipt for loading of the consignment by the carrier The carrier undertakes the obligation to deliver the consignment against surrender of the bill of lading. The bill of lading has the following functions: 1. A receipt for a consignment, signed by a person duly authorized by the carrier and on its behalf 2. A document witnessing title to the goods therein described. 3. Evidence of the agreed terms and conditions of carriage.
The basic document in van, truck, or ocean shipping; it is both the contract of carriage between the shipper and carrier and the receipt for the shipment. See also: air waybill (Nauert 1979).
A carrier's contract and receipt for goods. A written instrument which recites that the carrier has received certain goods which he agrees to transport from one place to another and to deliver to designated person or consignee for such compensation and upon such conditions that are stated therein.
A document issued on behalf of the carrier which evidences a contract of carriage by sea. The document has the following functions: 1. A receipt for goods, signed by a duly authorized person on behalf of the carriers. 2. A document of title to the goods described therein 3. Evidence of the terms and condition of carriage agreed upon between the two parties.
A document establishing the terms of a contract between a shipper and a transportation company for moving freight. Usually prepared by the exhibitor on forms issued by the carrier. Also called a Material Handling Order Form or Waybill in some instances.
A document by which a carrier acknowledges receipts of goods and contracts to move them. The Air Waybill is a form of bill of lading. See Air Waybill.
Receipt given by a transportation company to a shipper for goods accepted for shipment detailing the terms and conditions of the transportation.
This is a document recording the goods a ship carries and the terms the goods are carried under.
Document or form listing goods to be shipped.
(or B/L) A maritime transportation document, which is a negotiable ownership deed and an attestation of responsibility for goods.
the contract between you and your mover. The Bill of Lading represents the mover's receipt for your goods and specifies the dates and terms of the move. The information on the Bill of Lading should match that on the Order For Service.
A document that is used by a vendor and a freight carrier that describes the freight classification of the goods being shipped by the vendor.
A contract between a freight company and a shipper regarding transportation, which includes the exact contents of the delivery.
A document that serves three main functions: (1) a document of title to the goods described in the Bill of Lading; (2) a receipt for the goods; and (3) as evidence of the terms and conditions agreed upon for the transportation of the goods. Abbreviation: B/L; plural Bs/L.
The receipt given by a transportation company to an exporter when the former accepts goods for transport. It includes the contract specifying what transport service will be provided and the limits of liability.
Document signed by a transportation company ("carrier") to show receipt of goods for transportation from and to the points indicated. Although US law recognizes such a thing as a non-negotiable bill of lading, international law distinguishes bills of lading from waybills in that a bill of lading is a title document issued to order of a "consignee," who can then transfer title (legal ownership of the goods) by endorsement and delivery ("negotiation") of the bill of lading. Someone must present the bill of lading at the point of delivery in order to claim the goods. A waybill is not negotiable in this way and the transportation company will simply deliver the goods to the consignee. A transport document issued "consigned to order of..." is a negotiable bill of lading; one issued simply "consigned to..." is a nonnegotiable waybill. See also " multimodal bill of lading," " ocean bill of lading," " port-to-port bill of lading."
The most important document in transportation. It is the contract between the shipper and the carrier and contains the terms and conditions.
A written document issued by a common carrier, acknowledging receipt of the goods named and stating the terms of the contract of carriage.
Document issued by a carrier (shipowner or shipping line ) to the shipper of goods. It is a receipt for goods, evidence of the carriage contract, and a document of title to the goods.The latter feature is something akin to the relationship a cheque has to money. Without a bill of lading ( with the proper endorsement) no goods. The goods can be bought or sold merely by the passing of the B/L consigned "to order" providing that all the endorsements are in order.
Document generally issued by a shipper which acts as a receipt for goods received for carriage. In addition it provides evidence of the terms of contract between a shipper and a transport company under which goods are moved between specified places for a specified charge. And a bill of lading also acts as a transferable document of title to goods - meaning goods can be bought and sold simply by exchange of the bill. Bills of lading are used for all modes of transport - they're known as air waybills for airfreight. See also Air waybill.
issued by a transport carrier to an exporter to prove merchandise has been shipped
A document which provides the terms of the contract between the shipper and the transportation company to move freight between stated points at a specified charge.
(B/L)--A shipper's receipt for goods. The contract between the shipper and the carrier by which the carrier agrees to transport goods from one place to another, and to deliver to a designated destination, under the conditions stated therein. BILL OF MATERIAL (B.O.M.)--A complete list of all of the parts pieces and materials necessary to make one of the described items.
A contract prepared by the carrier or the freight forwarder with the owner of the goods. The foreign buyer needs this document to take possession of the goods.
a receipt given by the carrier to the shipper acknowledging receipt of the goods being shipped and specifying the terms of delivery
a carrier certificate that authorizes the movement of goods
a contact between the shipper and the shipping company, a receipt for the consignment and a document of title
a contract and within this rule
a contract between the owner of the goods and the carrier (as with domestic shipments)
a contract between you and the moving company spelling out the terms of the move and the valuation you wish to place upon your shipment
a contract of carriage between an exporter and a service provider (i
a document designed to be used as a multimodal or combined transport document with negotiable status which has been developed by the International Federation of Forwarding
a document issued and signed by a transportation company to show receipt of goods for transportation from and to the point of destination
a document issued by a carrier acknowledging the receipt of specified goods for conveyance to a named place for delivery to the consignee
a document issued by a carrier when goods are received for transport
a document issued by a carrier which serves as a receipt for livestock and is a contract to deliver animals
a document that describes exactly the goods being shipped, and it serves as title to the goods while they are in transit
a document that is prepared by a mover when a customer contracts for the transportation and delivery of a shipment of furniture and furnishings
a document which is issued by the transportation carrier
a document which serves as an evidence of the contract of carriage of goods by sea and the taking over or loading of the goods by the carrier, and based on which the carrier undertakes to deliver the goods against surrendering the same
a form document prepared by the carrier, who presents it to the shipper on a take-it-or-leave-it basis
a receipt for your goods and it represents the contract between you and the mover
a receipt that a common carrier gives to the seller for the goods that the carrier will transport
a shipping document issued by the household goods carrier, signed by both the shipper and the household goods carrier, that establishes the legal contract terms and conditions for a shipment of household goods
a shipping document that confirms receipt of a shipment
a transportation contract between a shipper/consignor ( i
a type of document that is used to acknowledge the receipt of a shipment of goods
a writing which evidences a contract for the carriage of property
a written account of goods shipped by any person, on board of a vessel, signed by the master of the vessel, who acknowledges the receipt of the goods,and promises to deliver them safe at the place directed, dangers of the sea excepted
a written account of goods shipped, signed by an agent of the transportation company, acknowledging receipt of the goods and promising to deliver them in good condition at the place directed
a written acknowledgment of the receipt of the goods and an agreement to transport and deliver them at a specified place to a person named or on his order
This is also known as the contract between the moving company and the customer. The Bill of Lading is also used as a receipt at the end of the move. Please make sure you understand and agree to all the terms before signing the Bill of Lading.
A certificate given to by a ship's master to a consignor of goods.
Legal document for shipping goods by carrier
The document that covers transport of goods by sea. Issued by the carrier to the consignor, it serves as a receipt for the goods, as evidence of the contract of transport and as a document of title to the goods. Bills of Lading are fully negotiable instruments. Transfer of the Bill of Lading transfers ownership of the goods from one party to another. See also "Export Document flow".
A document issued by a common carrier to a shipper that serves as: A receipt for the goods delivered to the carrier for shipment. A definition of the contract of carriage of the goods. A Document of Title to the goods described therein. This document is generally not negotiable unless consigned "to order." (See "Bill of Lading, Order" below.)
A document issued by a carrier which is a receipt for the merchandise or other property to be transported, and which outlines just what the carrier agrees to do and his responsibilities for the property.
A carrier's written document acknowledging receipt of goods, listing same, and contracting to deliver such goods to a specified place and party.
a document signed by the master, or agent, on behalf of the owner for goods received on board ship. It is also a document of title which means that the person holding the bill is the owner of the goods mentioned on it.
A written receipt or contract, given by a carrier, showing a list of goods delivered to it for transportation. The straight bill of lading is a contract which provides for direct shipment to a consignee. The order bill of lading is negotiable; it enables a shipper to collect for a shipment before it reaches its destination (this is done by sending the original bill of lading with a draft drawn on the consignee through a bank). When the consignee receives the lading indicating that payment has been made, the lading will be surrendered to the carrier's agent, and the carrier will then ship the goods to the consignee, and the bill of lading will be surrendered to the carrier. Note: Shippers frequently consign shipments to themselves on order bills of lading so that delivery is made only upon the shipper's order; the person or firm to be notified upon arrival of the shipment at destination must be designated.
A contract between a shipper and carrier listing the terms for moving freight between specified points.
This is the most important paperwork of your move. This is the contract between you and the mover that will eventuality detail all charges. It will also have all the information you require for communicating with your movers. The level of valuation and order number will also be on this paper.
The document issued on behalf of the carrier describing the kind and quantity of goods being shipped, the shipper, the consignee, the ports of loading and discharge and the carrying vessel. It serves as a document of title, a contract of carriage, and a receipt for goods.
A receipt for your household goods and a contract for their transportation. Your signature acknowledges that your household goods can be loaded on the van and released to the carrier.
A shipping document, usually provided by shipping companies or by freight forwarders
A transportation document that is the contract of carriage between the shipper and carrier; it provides a receipt for the goods tendered to the carrier and, in some cases, shows certificate of title.
originally called a "bill of loading", a bill of lading is not necessarily the complete contract of carriage of goods but is usually the best evidence of the contract. It is as well, a receipt signed by the master or on his behalf indicating in what apparent order and condition the goods have been received on board. Finally, it is also a document of title and thus a document of transfer, but not a negotiable instrument. It is usually a standard form contract, prepared and issued by the carrier or his agent.
A bill of lading is a piece of paper, which is issued when goods are loaded on a vessel based on a contract between the shipper and the exporter. This document conveys all rights to the shipped goods by its bearer.
shipping) A document issued by a carrier to a shipper, signed by the captain, agent, or owner of a vessel, furnishing written evidence regarding receipt of the goods (cargo), the conditions on which transportation is made (contract of carriage), and the engagement to deliver goods at the prescribed port of destination.
A document prepared by a carrier or freight forwarder that acts as a receipt for the goods, as evidence of a contract between the carrier and the exporter and as a document of title. A foreign buyer needs this document to take possession of the goods.
This is the receipt for your goods and the contract for their transportation. It is your responsibility to understand the bill of lading before you sign it. If you disagree with a certain aspect of the bill of lading, do not sign it until it meets your requirements. The bill of lading is an important document so do not misplace your copy.
a commercial shipping document that serves three distinct purposes in connection with the carriage of goods. Itemized list of goods contained in a shipment. It is a receipt of the goods. It represents the contract for carriage and services as a document of title.
A shipping form which is both a receipt for property and a contract for delivery of goods by a carrier. The principal bills of lading are: Straight A non-negotiable document. Surrender of the original is not required upon delivery of the freight unless necessary to identify consignee. Order A negotiable document. Surrender of the original property endorsed is required by transportation lines upon delivery of the freight, in accordance with its terms. Clean Either a Straight or Order Bill of Lading in which the transportation company acknowledges receipt of the property without noting any exceptions as to shortage or damage to the property received. Exchange A bill of lading which is given in exchange for another. Export One given to cover a shipment consigned to some foreign country. Government A special form of bill of lading which is used in making shipments for the account of the United States Government.
A receipt and contract issued by a common carrier for the shipment of goods.
Written document issued by the carrier of goods. Also, a receipt for goods and a contract to deliver goods.
Receipt for your belongings and contract for their transportation. Order for Service: Document authorizing the van line to perform moving services.
a document that a transportation company possesses acknowledging that it has received goods, and that temporarily serves as title during transport of the merchandise.
Contract between shipper and carrier. (B/L)
A document prepared by a carrier of goods that acts as a receipt and document of title and sets forth the conditions in which the freight will be delivered. Different types of bills of lading include an airway bill of lading, inland bill of lading, ocean bill of lading, and through bill of lading
A document that establishes the terms of a contract between a shipper and a transportation company. It serves as a document of title, a contract of carriage and a receipt for goods.
the receipt for your goods and the contract for their transportation. It is your responsibility to understand the bill of lading before you sign it. If you do not agree with something on the bill of lading, do not sign it until you are satisfied that it is correct. The bill of lading is an important document. Don't lose or misplace your copy.
A document (contract) between the shipper and the freight carrier which describes the goods being shipped in terms of their freight classification.
A document describing the conditions of carriage that serves as a contract between shipper and carrier.
The bill of lading is a legal contract between a carrier and a shipper that provides shipment details for the movement of freight. It describes the conditions under which the goods are accepted by the carrier and details that nature and quantity of the goods, name of vessel (if shipped by sea), identifying marks and numbers, destination, etc. The person sending the goods is the "shipper" or "consignor," the company or agent transporting the goods is the "carrier", and the person for whom the goods are destined is the "consignee". Bills of lading may be negotiable or nonnegotiable. If negotiable, i.e., payable to the shipperâ€(tm)s order and properly endorsed, title to the goods passes upon delivery of the bill of lading.
A document issued by the shipping company to the shipper which operates as an acknowledgement that the goods have been received on board. It shows details of the goods, vessel and port of destination. It evidences the contract of carriage and conveys title to the goods.
a shipownerâ€(tm)s receipt for its cargo, which includes cargo details, such as loading times.
Describes for foreign trade purposes details of the goods being sent. A marine bill of landing can give the holder the right of possession to goods and acts as a receipt for them. In the U.S. and U.K., it is a negotiable instrument and a document of title.
A transportation document that is the contract of carriage containing the terms and conditions between the shipper and carrier.
A delivery receipt acknowledging that a customer received a product and verified the count.
Official legal document representing ownership of cargo, a negotiable document to receive cargo, and the contract for cargo between the shipper and the carrier.
The contract between customer and mover. It stipulates all services and fees and is a receipt for the shipment. The driver who loads your shipment must give you a copy and it's your responsibility to read it.
Either a straight (non-negotiable) or order (negotiable) document which is a contract for transportation between the shipper and the carrier.
The original shipping contract that lists the dates, services and actual charges involved in a move and receipt for a shipper's belongings.
A document that establishes the terms of a contract between a shipper and a transportation company under which freight is to be moved between specified points for a specified charge.
A document issued by a carrier to a shipper that provides written evidence regarding receipt of the goods, the conditions on which transportation is made, and the engagement to deliver goods at the prescribed destination to the lawful holder of the bill of lading.
Written transportation contract between shipper and carrier; it identifies who receives the freight and the place of delivery. It also gives terms of the agreement.
Contract of carriage and receipt for goods, issued by carrier.
The receipt for your goods and contract for their transportation and valuation coverage. Your signature acknowledges that your household goods can be loaded on the van and “released to the carrier.
This is your contract with the carrier. It is your receipt for your goods and the contract for their transportation. Your signature on this document acknowledges that your goods have been loaded on the moving van and "released to the carrier".
A receipt for goods for shipment by sea. It is a Document of Title: see Documents.
A document by which the master of a ship acknowledges having received in good order and condition (or the reverse) certain specified goods. A bill of landing specifies the name of the master, the port and destination of the ship, the goods, the consignee, and the rate of the freight.
Document that serves as the carrier's acknowledgement of receipt of goods for shipping.
document detailing the quantity and type of goods loaded aboard a ship
The written evidence of a contract for carriage and delivery of goods sent by sea or land transportation; receipt given by the carrier for the merchandise and must be surrendered before the goods will be delivered.
A document signed by the captain authorized agents or owner of a vessel as a contract for the transportation of merchandise from a named point or points to some other point or points of destination. It is both a receipt and a contract for delivery of merchandise.
A document issued by the transportation service provider when the shipper relinquishes the household goods. The terms and condition of the move are detailed on the document, as well as the essential information about the shipper, the origin and destination addresses and the charges.
This is the contract between the mover and the customer. It also acts as a receipt. It is important to understand everything on the bill of lading before you sign it
A document issued by shipping companies as evidence of a contract of carriage of goods by sea between the shipper and the exporter.
Transport document issued by the carrier or a document establishing the terms of a contract between a shipper and a transportation company under which the freight is to be moved between specific points for a specified charge.
When the College is returning goods, shipper will have a Bill -of Lading describing items to be picked up, item description, vendor name and, if required, return authorization number.
contract between an exporter and a transportation company in which the latter agrees to transport the goods under specified conditions which limit its liability. It is the exporter's receipt for the goods as well as proof that goods have been or will be received.
A document issued by a carrier to a shipper, signed by the captain, agent, or owner of a vessel, furnishing written evidence regarding receipt of freight, the conditions on which transportation is made and the date to deliver goods at the prescribed port of destination to the lawful holder of the bill of lading.
A written acknowledgement issued by a carrier as bailee, constituting both a receipt and a contract undertaking to deliver the goods at a specific place to a named person or to his order. Title to the goods may be passed by transfer of the bill of lading.
Legal contract between the shipper and the carrier for the transportation of goods. The shipper always retains one copy of the bill of lading as a receipt for the goods shipped and the carrier retains the shipping order copy. The bill of lading shows, among other information, where the freight is going, where the freight originated, description of the freight, number of pieces and weight.
A document issued by a shipping company and giving details of goods shipped, the ship on which the goods are consigned, and the names of the consignor and consignee. One of the documents required by the Organization for the purposes of the controls rules.
A document used by a transport company acknowledging receipt of goods, and serving as title for the purpose of transportation.
The principal transportation document by which a carrier acknowledges receipt of freight, describes the freight, and sets forth a contract of carriage. Terms and conditions, responsibilities, and liabilities vary with manner and place of use. Bills of lading may be negotiable or non-negotiable.
Contract of carriage between shipper and steamship company which is the ship owner's receipt for the goods and is the document of title for the shipper or consignee.
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document which is a receipt for cargo received on board ship and is evidence of the contract between shipper and shipowner. It is also evidence of title to the goods described on it.
A shipping document containing a description of the goods to be shipped.
A document issued by a carrier (railroad, steamship or trucking company) which serves as a receipt for the goods to be delivered to a designated person or to his order. The bill of lading describes the conditions under which the goods are accepted by the carrier and details that nature and quantity of the goods, name of vessel (if shipped by sea), identifying marks and numbers, destination, etc. The person sending the goods is the "shipper" or "consignor," the company or agent transporting the goods is the "carrier", and the person for whom the goods are destined is the "consignee". Bills of lading may be negotiable or non-negotiable. If negotiable, i.e., payable to the shipper’s order and properly endorsed, title to the goods passes upon delivery of the bill of lading.
A document in one or more originals which is a receipt for goods accepted for carriage by sea. It lists information relating the cargo such as place of shipment, name of the carrying vessel, description of the cargo and its weight and also whether the goods are damaged in any way.
The transportation documentation that acts as a contract of carriage between the shipper and carrier; also provides a receipt for the goods tendered to the carrier.
document with shipping information, evidencing receipt of goods by shipper.
A document by which a carrier receipts for goods and contracts to move them. In air freight, the air waybill serves as the bill of lading and is the contract for carriage.
The document for shipping goods.
A document evidencing the receipt of goods for shipment issued by a person engaged in the business of transporting or forwarding goods. All important and necessary pertinent information is found on a Bill of Lading. This is the legal contract with a customer.
A legal document signed by the shipper and carrier tendering the responsibility of the freight to the carrier. The BOL states pertinent information for the shipment such as the complete address of the shipper and consignee, number of pieces, description, weight and any hazardous material information.
A document or contract between a shipper and a transportation company that serves to declare the transportation method of the merchandise, the price point for services rendered, and the acknowledgement by both parties that goods were shipped to the proper destination.
An itemized list of goods contained in a shipment. Multi-use documents that are essential to conduct the day to day operations when transportation of supplies, materials, and personal property is required. These primary documents are used to procure freight and express transportation and related services from commercial carriers, including freight forwarders.
customer's receipt for goods and contract for transportation. The customer's signature acknowledges that the household goods can be loaded on the van and "released to the carrier."
Abbreviation: B/L, plural Bs/L A document which evidences a contract of carriage by sea. The document has the following functions: 1. A receipt for goods, signed by a duly authorised person on behalf of the carriers. 2. A document of title to the goods described therein. 3. Evidence of the terms and conditions of carriage agreed upon between the two parties. At the moment 3 different models are used: 1. A document for either Combined Transport or Port to Port shipments depending whether the relevant spaces for place of receipt and/or place of delivery are indicated on the face of the document. 2. A classic marine Bill of Lading in which the carrier is also responsible for the part of the transport actually performed by himself. 3. Sea Waybill: A non-negotiable document, which can only be made out to a named consignee. No surrender of the document by the consignee is required. See also: Service Bill. Go to top
A document by which a transportation line acknowledges receipt of freight and contracts for its movement.
This is contract with the carrier and receipt for goods. Customers' signatures acknowledges that their goods have been loaded on the moving van and "released to the carrier".
The receipt for your goods and the contract for their transportation. CARRIER - The mover transporting your household goods.
This is the contract document agreement between the shipper and the customer. It also acts as the receipt. It is important to understand everything on the bill of lading before it is signed. see Order Number.
A bill of lading represents the contract between the seller and the shipping company. It also functions as a receipt that the goods were loaded in a certain condition. As a document of title, it is also a way of passing ownership to the consignee named on the bill. In other forms of transport, bills serve a similar function, but unlike the shipping bill of lading, do not act as a document of title.
n., pl. bills of lading. (Abbr. BOL) A document issued by a carrier to a shipper, listing and acknowledging receipt of goods for transport and specifying terms of delivery and payment status.
A shipping document which gives instructions to the company transporting the goods.
A contract of carriage between a shipper (the consignor) to consign a load to a carrier for delivery to another party (the consignee).
A document issued by a common carrier to the shipper as a receipt for goods tendered to the carrier for delivery. It is evidence of a contract for carriage. Furthermore, bills of lading can be documents of title when issued in negotiable format.
The Bill of Lading is common when goods are shipped by sea or where goods are packed in a container. The Bill of Lading serves three main purposes. It acts as evidence that there is a contract between either the exporter or importer and a chipping company to transport the goods by sea. It is a receipt for goods shipped and provides certain details as to their condition when placed on board. It is also a document of title, which means that the company named on the B/L has the right to possess the goods. A transfer of title on the B/L will transfer the ownership. This element of the B/L is vital to the payment arrangements for the goods. Bills of Lading are made out in sets of two or three originals, any one of them gives title to the goods.
The Bill of Lading is both the contract with the carrier and the receipt for the goods. The shipper will be asked to sign the Bill of Lading at both ends of the move. By signing at origin the shipper agrees to the rates and charges noted on the B/L as well as the rules printed on the back. Also a detailed inventory of the goods is made part of the agreement. The shipper is agreeing with the quantity and physical descriptions of the belongings as noted on the inventory as being what was turned over to the mover. By signing the bill of lading at destination, the shipper acknowledges that their belongings arrived in good condition (the same condition as on the inventory) and that they received everything shipped. Discrepancies should be discussed with the mover and noted on the inventory before signing.
A carrier's contract and receipt for goods the carrier agrees to transport from one place to another and to deliver to a designated person. In case of loss, damage, or delay, the bill of lading is the basis for filing freight claims.
A document issued by a carrier which is evidence of receipt of the goods, and is a contract of carriage. It describes the goods, the details of the intended voyage, and it specifies the conditions of transportation. If issued in negotiable form, i.e. "to order", it becomes documentary evidence of title to the goods.
A shipping paper for transportation by highway. This paper is typically the bill of sale and can give very valuable information about the exact weights and contents of containers and the shipper and consignee of the shipments.
A document issued by an entity providing transportation services that serves three purposes: 1) serves as receipt for the goods delivered to the carrier for shipment, 2) defines the contract of carriage of the goods from the point of origin to the point of destination according to the responsibilities of the service provider listed on the bill of lading, 3) under certain conditions, provides evidence of title for the goods.
The official legal document representing ownership of cargo. It is a negotiable document confirming the receipt of cargoes, and the contract for the carriage of cargoes between the shipper and the carrier.
A document that establishes the terms between a shipper and a transportation company for the transport of goods between specified points for a specified charge. Also see Air Waybill, Inland Bill of Lading, Ocean Bill of Lading, Through Bill of Lading.
A document that a transport company possesses acknowledging that it has received goods, and serves as title for the purpose of transportation.
A shipping document that is both a receipt for property to be transported and a contract for hauling it, stating the terms, conditions, and liabilities under which property is accepted for transportation. The principal Bill of Lading types are: Clean: A bill of lading without notation of damage or shortage of property. Domestic: Covers shipments within the U.S.A. Export: Covers shipment to a foreign country. Government: A special shipping document which is used in making shipment for the U. S. Government.
A bill of lading is a binding contract that serves three main purposes: (1) a receipt for the goods delivered to the carrier for shipment; (2) a definition or description of the goods; and (3) evidence of title to the relative goods, if “negotiable”. Complete the BOL online.
A bill of lading (also referred to as a BOL or B/L) is a document issued by a carrier, e.g. a ship's master or by a company's shipping department, acknowledging that specified goods have been received on board as cargo for conveyance to a named place for delivery to the consignee who is usually identified. A through bill of lading involves the use of at least two different modes of transport from road, rail, air, and sea. The term derives from the noun "bill", a schedule of costs for services supplied or to be supplied, and from the verb "to lade" which means to load a cargo onto a ship or other form of transport.