Definitions for "Shipper's Letter of Instruction"
Keywords:  sli, waybill, lading, shipment, freight
Shipper's communication to their freight forwarder or carrier including all the detail of the shipment. This communication is used by the forwarder or carrier to complete the bill of lading and other shipping documents.
Abbreviation: SLI A document containing instructions given by the shipper or the shipper's agent for preparing documents and forwarding (air cargo).
A form used by the shipper authorizing a carrier to issue an air waybill or (BOL) bill of lading on the shipper's behalf. It contains all details of the shipment and authorizes the carrier to transport the cargo on behalf of the shipper specific instructions.