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The Maritime Bill of Lading is a fundamental document in international shipping and trade, essential for documenting the receipt and transportation of goods by sea. This version is specifically designed to comply with Swiss legal requirements, including the Swiss Maritime Navigation Act and relevant international conventions. It serves three primary functions: acting as a receipt for goods loaded onto a vessel, evidencing the contract of carriage between shipper and carrier, and functioning as a negotiable document of title. The document is crucial for international trade transactions, enabling the transfer of ownership while goods are in transit and facilitating trade financing through banks. It includes detailed information about the parties involved, cargo specifications, vessel details, and terms of carriage, all structured to meet Swiss legal standards and international maritime practices.

1. Carrier Information: Full details of the carrier/shipping line including name, address, and logo

2. B/L Number and Reference: Unique bill of lading number and booking reference

3. Shipper Details: Complete name and address of the shipper/exporter

4. Consignee Details: Complete name and address of the consignee/receiver

5. Notify Party: Details of the party to be notified upon arrival of the goods

6. Vessel and Voyage Details: Vessel name, voyage number, port of loading, and port of discharge

7. Cargo Description: Detailed description of the goods, including marks, numbers, quantity, weight, and measurement

8. Container Details: Container numbers, seal numbers, and type of containers if containerized cargo

9. Freight and Charges: Details of freight payments and other charges, whether prepaid or collect

10. Terms and Conditions: Standard terms and conditions of carriage as per Hague-Visby Rules and Swiss law

11. Signature Section: Place for date, signature, and stamp of the carrier or authorized agent