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The document is a Straight Bill of Lading (Short Form) that outlines the terms and conditions for the transportation of goods. It details the responsibilities of the shipper and carrier, including the acknowledgment of receipt of property in good order, payment obligations, and compliance with applicable tariffs and regulations. The bill includes sections for consignor information, package details, weight, charges, and certifications regarding hazardous materials.

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Is CMR a bill of lading?

A CMR bill of lading is a bill of lading that complies with the guidelines of the international CMR Convention. CMR stands for Convention relative au Contrat de Transport International de Marchandises par Route (Convention on the International Carriage of Goods by Road).

What is the difference between BL and BOL?

A bill of lading (/ˈleɪdɪŋ/) (sometimes abbreviated as B/L or BOL) is a document issued by a carrier (or their agent) to acknowledge receipt of cargo for shipment. Although the term is historically related only to carriage by sea, a bill of lading may today be used for any type of carriage of goods.

What is the bill of lading in short?

A bill of lading is a legal document that is issued by a carrier to the shipper. It contains details about which goods are being shipped, where the shipment is coming from and going to, as well as details of the shipper, carrier, and consignee.

What is the difference between BL and SWB?

The sea waybill is a simple, non-negotiable transport document that can be used as an alternative to the bill of lading. Unlike the bill of lading, the sea waybill is not a document of title. But it does act as the: Evidence of a contract of carriage.

What is HBL and MBL?

An NVOCC operator or a Freight Forwarder will issue a House Bill of Lading (HBL) to their customers, while a Master Bill of Lading (MBL) is provided by the Shipping Line (Carrier) to the NVOCC Operator or Freight Forwarder.

What is a bill of lading short form?

A short-form bill of lading is a document that acknowledges the receipt of goods by a carrier or shippers agent and the contract for the transportation of those goods.

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