A Shipping Bill of Lading is a fundamental document in maritime transport and international trade, serving multiple critical functions. This document, when governed by Belgian law, must comply with the Belgian Maritime Code, European regulations, and international conventions such as the Hague-Visby Rules. It is used whenever goods are transported by sea, providing proof of receipt of goods by the carrier, evidencing the contract of carriage, and functioning as a document of title that enables the transfer of ownership. The document includes essential information such as the identity of the carrier, shipper, and consignee; detailed description of the goods; vessel name; ports of loading and discharge; and terms of carriage. It is particularly crucial for international trade transactions, especially when payment is arranged through documentary credits, and enables the consignee to take possession of the goods at the destination port.
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1. Header Information: Essential details including bill number, carrier name, vessel name, port of loading and discharge
2. Shipper Details: Complete name and address of the party shipping the goods
3. Consignee Details: Complete name and address of the party receiving the goods
4. Notify Party: Details of the party to be notified upon arrival of the goods
5. Cargo Description: Detailed description of the goods, including quantity, weight, dimensions, and packaging
6. Marks and Numbers: Identifying marks and numbers on the packages
7. Freight and Charges: Details of freight payments and other charges, including whether freight is prepaid or collect
8. Number of Original B/Ls: Statement of how many original bills of lading have been issued
9. Standard Terms and Conditions: Carrier's standard terms and conditions, including liability limitations and governing law
10. Signature Block: Space for date, place of issuance, and authorized signature
1. Special Instructions: Used when specific handling, temperature requirements, or other special care instructions are needed
2. Declared Value: Optional section used when shipper declares a value for the goods, affecting carrier's limitation of liability
3. On-Board Notation: Used specifically for shipped bills of lading to confirm goods are actually loaded on the named vessel
4. Clean Bill of Lading Statement: Optional explicit statement that goods were received in apparent good order and condition
5. Letter of Credit Reference: Used when shipment is financed through a letter of credit, including relevant L/C numbers and details
6. Dangerous Goods Declaration: Required when shipping hazardous materials, including IMO class and UN numbers
1. Container List: Detailed list of container numbers and seal numbers when multiple containers are shipped
2. Packing List: Detailed inventory of contents when multiple items are packed within the shipment
3. Temperature Records: For reefer containers, log of temperature readings during transit
4. Dangerous Goods Documentation: Material Safety Data Sheets and other required documentation for hazardous cargo
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