Bill of Lading (BL) instructions

These are general recommendations for reviewing your Bill of Lading (BL) before the documentation cut-off. Each shipment may have specific requirements, so your account executive will provide the details for your shipment.

• Confirm the shipping instructions deadline (SI cut-off) with the shipping line or agent.
• Check that the shipper, consignee and notify party details match your commercial documents exactly.
• Review the port of origin, port of destination and the Incoterm agreed with your customer or supplier.
• Confirm the goods description, number of packages, weight and volume.
• Specify whether you require an Original BL, Telex Release or Sea Waybill.
• Review billing details and references (PO, commercial invoice, container number and seal).

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