The Transfer Bill of Lading is a fundamental document in international maritime trade, used when goods need to be sold while in transit. Under Belgian jurisdiction, this document is governed by the modernized Belgian Maritime Code and relevant international conventions, particularly the Hague-Visby Rules. The Transfer Bill of Lading serves three essential functions: it acts as a receipt confirming the carrier's possession of goods, evidences the contract of carriage between shipper and carrier, and functions as a negotiable document of title. It contains detailed information about the shipped goods, parties involved, vessel details, and terms of carriage. This document is crucial for international trade transactions, especially when payment is arranged through documentary credits or when multiple sales of the cargo are anticipated during transit.
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1. Document Title and Number: Clear identification of the document as a Transfer Bill of Lading with unique reference number
2. Carrier Details: Full name and address of the carrier/shipping line issuing the bill of lading
3. Shipper Details: Complete name and address of the shipper/exporter
4. Consignee Details: Details of the consignee or marked 'TO ORDER' if transferable
5. Notify Party: Contact details of the party to be notified upon arrival
6. Vessel and Voyage Details: Name of vessel, voyage number, port of loading and discharge
7. Goods Description: Detailed description of the goods, including marks, numbers, quantity, and packaging type
8. Weight and Measurements: Gross weight, measurements, and number of packages
9. Freight Details: Freight charges and payment terms (prepaid or collect)
10. Place and Date of Issue: Location where B/L was issued and date of issuance
11. Terms and Conditions: Standard terms and conditions of carriage including liability limits
12. Signature Block: Space for authorized signature and company stamp
1. Special Instructions: Used when specific handling or delivery instructions are required
2. Temperature Requirements: Required for temperature-controlled cargo
3. Dangerous Goods Declaration: Mandatory when shipping hazardous materials, including IMO class and UN number
4. Clean/Claused Remarks: Section for noting any discrepancies in cargo condition or packaging
5. On-deck Stowage: Required when cargo is to be stored on deck with shipper's consent
6. Transhipment Details: Used when cargo will be transferred between vessels during journey
7. Letter of Credit Reference: When shipment is under L/C, reference numbers and specific requirements
8. Container Details: Required for containerized shipments, including container numbers and seals
1. Container Manifest: Detailed list of containers with numbers, seals, and contents
2. Packing List: Detailed inventory of the goods being shipped
3. Cargo Stowage Plan: Diagram showing location of cargo on vessel
4. Equipment Interchange Receipt: Document recording container condition at handover points
5. Temperature Log: For reefer containers, record of temperature maintenance
6. Survey Report: If cargo was surveyed before loading, details of inspection
7. Customs References: List of relevant customs declaration numbers and documents
Relevant legal definitions
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Relevant Industries
Maritime Transport
International Trade
Logistics
Manufacturing
Import/Export
Commodities Trading
Agriculture
Retail
Automotive
Chemical Industry
Construction Materials
Food and Beverage
Textile Industry
Mining
Relevant Teams
Legal
Logistics
Supply Chain
International Trade
Documentation
Shipping Operations
Trade Finance
Compliance
Commercial Operations
Risk Management
Port Operations
Customer Service
Export
Import
Relevant Roles
Logistics Manager
Shipping Coordinator
Trade Finance Manager
Export Manager
Import Manager
Supply Chain Director
Documentation Specialist
Customs Compliance Officer
Maritime Operations Manager
Legal Counsel
Trade Operations Manager
Freight Forwarding Manager
Commercial Manager
Documentary Credit Specialist
Port Operations Manager
Cargo Operations Supervisor
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