Are electronic bills of lading ready to alleviate inefficiencies in the transport industry? Read more about the perceived benefits and obstacles here
The target of 50% of all bills of lading to be electronic within the next decade has been set by the Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) in an announcement made last week. The international freight transport insurer, TT Club welcomes the commitment by the group of container shipping lines that together operate nearly 70% of the world's capacity.
Find out more about the practice of using Forwarder's Cargo Receipts in conjunction with bills of lading in China.
Transport and logistics insurer, TT Club, provides valuable advice on the types of shippers and who should be named on the bill of lading.
TT Talk - 'Telex release' by email
02/07/2009
Transport & logistics insurer, TT Club, explains the process of "telex release' for freight forwarders in relation to bills of lading
Transport and logistics insurer, TT Club, explains the difference between the terms on a bill of lading
Find out what you should do if the consignment you receive is in irregular or doubtful condition
Transport and logistics insurer, TT Club, explains which shipping details can be changed on a bill of lading and the risks involved