Straight Bill Of Lading Form

Bill of Lading is a formal document. It is a proof the Shipping company is handling your cargo and it caries weight and responsability.To receive the goods at the other end recepient has to present the original document. This presentation to the Shipping line is regarded as “Surrender “ because it’s so important and it proves who receives the goods. Making sure no Joeblog can come and take a cargo he has nothing to do with.

A Bill of Lading (B/L or BoL) document is an extremely important document involved in the shipping and logistics industry. A Bill of Lading is a document that is issued by the Carrier of goods to the “Shipper” of the goods. It’s a document to provide evidence or proof of shipment. This is extremely important in International Trade as it provides ‘title‣ as to who legally owns the cargo. The Bill of Lading acts as evidence of Contract of Carriage, receipt of goods and document of Title to the goods. The owner of the cargo (the holder of the Bill of Lading) has the legal rights to claim the goods or arrange transfer ownership of the cargo to another party in the supply chain.Useful information on how the Bill of Lading is actually used…The Bill of Lading is important in International Trade when it comes to the IncoTerms that the goods are sold on and the payment terms agreed between buyer and seller. In alot of cases, buyers and sellers will agree to pay a deposit to the supplier then arrange the balance payment ‘upon receipt of Bill of Lading’. This means that when the goods have been shipped and the shipper receives the Bill of Lading from the carrier (shipping line), the shipper will use this document as security and will only email a ‘copy‣ of the Bill of Lading to the buyer to prove that the goods have been shipped and to request the balance payment. The shipper will hold title to the original Bill of Lading (originals) and therefore legally retain ownership of the cargo. The shipper will use this as security to ensure that they receive the balance payment for the goods. Bill of Ladings are also used when shippers and consignees arrange Letter’s of Credit (L/Cs) with both party's banks. Letters of Credit are contracts written between the shipper’s bank and the consignee’s bank that will guarantee payment of goods ‘upon Bill of Lading’.Once the buyer has made the balance payment the shipper will ‘surrender‣ the Bill of Lading and tell the shipping company to issue an ‘Express Release‣ or 'Telex Release' Bill of Lading. This Express Release Bill of Lading will allow the title of goods to be transferred to the buyer without the buyer having to actually receive the original Bill of Lading documents in the mail. The buyer will use this Express Release Bill of Lading to arrange customs clearance and release of their cargo at the port of destination.Read this article to understand:The difference between Freight Collect and Freight Pre-PaidInformation that is included on a Bill of LadingAn example Bill of Lading

In Simple terms,A Sea Waybill is a document that is given by the carrier which contains details of the Cargo like type of cargo, Dimension, name of the consignee and consignor and information like POL, POD, Carrier name, Charges etc., Now to the use of Waybill, the waybill is normally sent through mail which is mentioned as and it can be used to release the cargo. But if it is a LC shipment[1] the bill of lading is mandatory.One of the main difference between them is a Sea waybill shipment don’t need original SWB to obtain the DO whereas a shipment which has released a BL should provide the original BL to get the DO (Delivery Order).Bill of Landing is a document that is signed by the carrier and given to the shipper at the point of loading as a proof and it acts as an evidence. It also contains similar details as waybill has but it is a recognized document. Bill of lading should be sent through courier to the clearing agent in order to get the DO (Delivery Order).Now to your questions:If you are a liner you have to sign both the Waybill and Bill of lading on behalf of the Carrier (like OOCL, Mersk etc). No other has to sign those documents.There are 2 main types of BL[2], MBL and HBL, where MBL is issued by the Liner to the Shipper and HBL is issued by the Freight forwarders (the ones who loads the cargo).When you talk about no sign requirement, a Direct Master BL (only the MBL) is released there is no other documents needed (as it contain the name of actual Consignor and Consignee) other than a letter from the consignee stating the clearing agent name with it (which is necessary for the clearing agent to obtain the DO).I didn’t fully get the question details but still I have done my best up to my understanding.Hope its informative.Footnotes[1] Letter of credit - Wikipedia[2] A bill of lading ‣ Part 2 - MBL vs. HBL - Seaoo.com | Blog

The processes involved in the designing, building, and delivering of products to the customers that is collectively referred as supply chain management.In the Supply Chain, when business decides to export their products they have to deal with numerous barriers that have to be overcome. In many cases a business looks for a specialist, called a freight forwarder, who manages these obstacles.What a Freight Forwarder Can OfferThe services of a freight forwarder can vary between different companies but the main function of the freight forwarder is to act as an intermediary between the client who is hiring them and various transportation services that are involved in getting the product overseas to the customer. Depending on the final destination and the nature of the items shipped, there may be many transportation companies involved in the movement of the items from the supplier to the customer. The freight forwarder may have to deal with many export and import issues that could be involved in the movement of the goods.The freight forwarder is hired to get the product to the customer by a specific date and in an undamaged state.The freight forwarder will provide the client insurance services to make sure that if the items do arrive damaged, they will be reimbursed and not liable for the damages.PackagingA freight forwarder should provide assistance to the customer on how to package their products for export. Packaging that would normally be used for shipping within the US may not be sufficient for extended transportation where the items may be either loaded in a container or loaded and unloaded several times along the route. The item may be allowed to be stored in environments where extreme temperatures or weather may be experienced. If an item is be shipped via air then the freight forwarder may suggest packaging that is lighter than normal to keep shipping costs to a minimum.LabelingFreight forwarders will assist their customers in providing the correct labeling they require for their items. The correct label will be required to show the precise items in the shipping container, any hazardous items, country of origin, correct weight in pounds and kilograms, port of entry details, and any details that are required in the language of the destination country.DocumentationDocumentation is important for the shipment of an item overseas. There are a number of documents that the freight forwarder needs to prepare for the shipment that requires specialist knowledge. Few examples of documents are,Bill of Lading (BOL) ‣ The BOL is a contract between the owner of the goods and the carrier. There are two types of BOL; firstly a straight bill of lading which is nonnegotiable and secondly, a negotiable or shipper's order bill of lading. The negotiable BOL can be bought, sold, or traded while the goods are in transit. The customer will usually need an original as proof of ownership to take possession of the goods.Commercial Invoice ‣ The invoice is the bill for the goods from the seller to the buyer. It can be used to determine the true value of goods when assessing the amount of customs duty.Certificate of Origin (COO) ‣ The COO is a signed statement which identifies the origin of the export item.Inspection Certificate ‣ This document may be required by the customer to certify the goods have been inspected or tested and the quality of the goods is acceptable.Export License ‣ This license is a government document that authorizes the export of goods in specific quantities to a specific destination.Export Packing List ‣ This is a detailed packing list that itemizes each item in the shipment, what type of packaging container was used, gross weight, and package measurements.

Medicine are used for human use. You need to get register your product with medical council of targeted country. You need to submit complete details about effects, side effects, bio availability, raw material used and manufacturing sites for that medicine. once they have approved, you can start export to that particular country.For detailed process about china export visit: How To export Medicines from India to ChinaRegardsDevendra

I recommend you to attend this class:THREE DAYS CERTIFICATE PROGRAMME ONINTERNATIONAL TRADE FOR NEW ENTREPRENEURS AND WORKING EXECUTIVESDate 22/06/2023 to 24/06/2016Time 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.mVenue FIEO Conference Hall, Unit No.706, 7th Floor,769, Anna Salai, Chennai 600 02Participation Charges Rs.7000/-plus service tax 14.5% (TOTAL RS. 8,015)Following major topics will be covered in the programme:Topics:GETTING STARTED IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE [EXPORTS & IMPORT]Introduction to international trade.§ Setting up an organization to conduct International Trade with basic formalities for becoming and Exporter / Importer.§ Pre-requisites to be completed.§ Various organizations/institutions involved in the international trade§ International MarketingTRADE FINANCE· FEMA related to Exports and Imports· Export Finance· Incoterms· Letter of Credit / UCPDC· ISBP—International Standard Banking Practices in examining documents under LC· Forex Risk Management· Case discussions§ Role of FIEOin International Trade & India Trade PortalERROR FREE DOCUMENTATION ‣ [PREPARING & USING CHECKLISTS]Role of documentation in the international trade and its importance. Close review of the documents like:§ Invoice§ Packing List§ Certificate of Origin§ ARE-1 documents§ Shipping Bill/Types of Shipping Bill§ Bills of Exchange§ Bank Realization Certificates§ Bill of Lading (a) Airway Bill (b) Consular Invoice etc.§ GSP - Generalized System of Preference & documentsROLE OF ECGC IN THE TRADE AND THEIR PRODUCTS.§ Verification of the Credentials of the Buyer§ Organizations that can give inputs for the aboveFOREIGN TRADE POLICY AND INCENTIVE SCHEMES :UNDERSTANDING THE ROLES & FUNCTION OF INDIAN CUSTOMS & CENTRAL EXCISE:§ Role of these departments in the international trade.§ Formalities of customs clearance for exports & Imports.§ Role of Central excise in international trade.§ How to avail the exemptions and concessions & Documentation.§ Understanding of the New customs procedures on Self-Assessment& On-site post clearance audit.PROCEDURES AND E- DOCUMENTATION:- Presentation by Successful exporter on a Practical aspects.· Different customized accounting formats for various categories ranging from Wholesale to Retail Trade, Export & Import, Shipping & Logistics, Service Oriented, Manufacturing and any Trading.Certificate will be provided to the successful candidates.Who can attend?· Entrepreneurs who wanted to Start Export Business· Working Executives in Companies ‣ who wanted to update their knowledge· Shipping and Logistics Companies· Students who wanted to pursue in International Trade ActivitiesCourse fee: Rs.7000/-plus service tax 14.5% (TOTAL RS. 8,015) per participants which include course materials, Lunch, Tea/coffee, etc. Payable by at par Cheque/ DD payable in favour of Federation of Indian Export Organizations, Chennai. If a company nominate more than 3 participants, 10% discount will be given.As available seats are limited, confirmation will be provided on First-cum- first served basis. Please confirm your participation immediately by return mail to sseenivasagam@fieo.org Tel: 28497755, 28497766 Mob: 9551121213.The Bank details is given below for NEFT transferName of the Beneficiary : Federation of Indian Export OrganisationsName of the Bank : Canara Bank , Overseas BranchAddress of Bank : Spencer Tower, ChennaiAccount No. : 1826201001074Account Name : Current AccountIFSC Code : CNRB0001826Swift Code : CNRBINBBMOB

Federation of Freight Forwarders‣ Associations in India (FFFAI)is the Apex Body and the Sole Representative of 24 Member Associations from all over India representing 5000 Custom House Agents (employing over 1,000,000 people)There are two major types of freight business—a freight brokerage business and a freight forwarding business. Both sectors have a range of benefits and downsidesStarting a freight brokerage business:Freight brokerage businesses generally don’t handle any shipments themselves. They instead act as coordinators, matching suppliers with carriers. The role involves a great deal of communication—soliciting clients, negotiating rates with carriers, tracking shipments, and arranging alternative transport if a problem develops in the supply chain.Starting a freight forwarding business:Unlike brokers, freight forwarding businesses often directly handle customer shipments. Depending on the size of the shipment and the destination, a freight forwarding business could collect goods from a customer, store them at a warehouse, group smaller shipments into one larger consignment, and even deliver them.You will need at least one vehicle for transportation, a secure storage facility for shipments, and potentially packing materials. If you’re planning on commissioning other carrier companies, you will also need to purchase logistical software.However, this increased responsibility also leads to increased liability. Where freight brokers largely act as salespeople, freight forwarders actually handle shipments and are therefore subjected to many insurance and licensing regulations.Funding and Investment: To setup a freight forwarding service in India, one will require a capital investment of approximately 12 crores. A pure third party logistics service will require investments ranging from 65-100 crores. Starting an Inland Container Depot (ICD) or Container Freight Station (CFS) requires investment of several hundred croresCompliance and Registration: In India, registration with International Air Transport Association (IATA), Air Cargo Agent Association of India (ACAAI) are very useful for freight forwarders. Other important registrations in India include:Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) registrationRegistration with the Income Tax DepartmentRegistrar of Companies and related Government Departments.Private limited company registration.Import export code (IEC).VAT (value added tax) registration.Employee’s state insurance (ESI) or PF registration.Trademark registration, when there is a unique brand name.Other services:Insurance services : The freight forwarder will provide the client insurance services to make sure that if the items do arrive damaged, they will be reimbursed and not liable for the damages.Documentation: Documentation is important for the shipment of an item overseas. There are a number of documents that the freight forwarder needs to prepare for the shipment that requires specialist knowledge.Bill of Lading (BOL) ‣ The BOL is a contract between the owner of the goods and the carrier. There are two types of BOL; firstly a straight bill of lading which is nonnegotiable and secondly, a negotiable or shipper's order bill of lading. The negotiable BOL can be bought, sold, or traded while the goods are in transit. The customer will usually need an original as proof of ownership to take possession of the goods.Commercial Invoice ‣ The invoice is the bill for the goods from the seller to the buyer. It can be used to determine the true value of goods when assessing the amount of customs duty.Certificate of Origin (COO) ‣ The COO is a signed statement which identifies the origin of the export item.Inspection Certificate ‣ This document may be required by the customer to certify the goods have been inspected or tested and the quality of the goods is acceptable.Export License ‣ This license is a government document that authorizes the export of goods in specific quantities to a specific destination.Shipper's Export Declaration (SED) ‣ The SED is used for export statistics. It is prepared via the US Postal Service (USPS) when the shipment is greater than $500.Export Packing List ‣ This is a detailed packing list that itemizes each item in the shipment, what type of packaging container was used, gross weight, and package measurements.3. Packaging.4. Labeling.5. Why should I be aware of the HS Code and tariff and why is this information important to start my own shipping and freight business you may ask.6. I have been able to find a link of pdf which says Educational wing of Federation of Freight Forwarder’s Association in India. I hope this will be a help for you: http://fiata.com/fileadmin/user_...7. There is a blog by Vijay kumar chouhan related to the challenging opportunities for Freight Forwarders in India: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/c...It’s advisable to seek membership of an accredited industry organization. This will lend your new company some credibility, and help persuade potential customers to enlist your services. 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