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The Standard Bill of Lading is a fundamental document in maritime trade, essential for international shipping operations through Hong Kong's busy ports. It is required whenever goods are transported by sea, providing legally binding evidence of the contract between the carrier and shipper. This document must comply with Hong Kong's Carriage of Goods by Sea Ordinance (Cap. 462) and incorporates the internationally recognized Hague-Visby Rules. It includes detailed information about the parties involved, cargo specifications, voyage details, and terms of carriage. The document's negotiable nature allows for the transfer of title to the goods while in transit, facilitating international trade financing. Given Hong Kong's position as a leading maritime center, this Bill of Lading format is designed to meet both local legal requirements and international shipping practices.

1. Carrier Details: Identity and contact information of the shipping line or carrier issuing the Bill of Lading

2. Shipper Details: Full name and address of the party shipping the goods

3. Consignee Details: Identity of the party entitled to receive the goods (or 'To Order' if negotiable)

4. Notify Party: Party to be notified upon arrival of the goods

5. Vessel and Voyage Details: Name of vessel, voyage number, and port of loading/discharge

6. Cargo Description: Detailed description of goods, including marks, numbers, quantity, and weight

7. Container Details: Container numbers, seal numbers, and type if containerized cargo

8. Freight and Charges: Details of freight payments and additional charges

9. Place of Receipt: Location where carrier takes possession of goods

10. Port of Loading: Port where goods are loaded onto the vessel

11. Port of Discharge: Port where goods are to be unloaded

12. Place of Delivery: Final destination where carrier releases the goods

13. Standard Terms and Conditions: Carrier's standard terms including liability limitations and claims procedures