Bills of Lading Act (Chapter 384): Singapore's primary legislation governing bills of lading, which provides the legal framework for the creation, use, and enforcement of bills of lading in Singapore
Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (COGSA) (Chapter 33): Legislation governing the rights, responsibilities, and liabilities of carriers and shippers in the maritime transport of goods
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Act (Chapter 170A): Legislation establishing the regulatory framework for maritime operations and port management in Singapore
Hague-Visby Rules: International Convention for the Unification of Certain Rules of Law relating to Bills of Lading, implemented in Singapore law, setting standard rules for bills of lading
Hamburg Rules: International convention on carriage of goods by sea (not ratified by Singapore but relevant for international trade awareness)
Contract of Carriage Requirements: Legal requirements for the formation and content of the contract of carriage, including essential terms and conditions
Carrier's Liability Provisions: Legal framework defining the scope and limitations of carrier's liability under Singapore maritime law
Notice Requirements: Statutory requirements for giving notice of loss or damage to goods under Singapore maritime law
Time Bar Provisions: Statutory limitation periods for bringing claims under bills of lading in Singapore
Jurisdiction and Arbitration: Legal requirements for jurisdiction and arbitration clauses in bills of lading under Singapore law
Straight Bill Transfer Restrictions: Specific legal provisions governing the non-negotiable nature and transfer restrictions of straight bills of lading
Delivery Without Presentation: Legal framework governing the circumstances and conditions for delivery of goods without presentation of the original bill of lading
Electronic Bills of Lading: Regulations and requirements governing the use of electronic bills of lading in Singapore
