Bill of Lading – Definition and Pronunciation
What is Bill of Lading?
Bill of Lading (B/L) is the basic document between a shipper and a carrier and a shipper and consignee. It represents the contract of carriage and defines the terms and conditions of carriage. It is the final receipt from the carrier for the goods shown on it and for the condition of the goods. It describes the nature, quantity and weight of the cargo carried. It is also the document of title of the goods shown.
Examples of Bill of Lading
This is particularly the case at the early stages of loading. Unless credit is given for the returned vapour, an overstatement of the Bill of Lading (B/L) quantity may result.
From “Preparation of loading and unloading operations for LNG/LPG carriers”.
To permit this system to function a shipboard method of density determination is required. This should not be confused with density values, which may be noted on the Bill of Lading (B/L) used for custody transfer.
From “Liquefied Petroleum Gas Reliquefaction Plant and Boil-Off Control”.
The VEF is commonly used at the loading port to provide an approximate check of the accuracy of the Bill of Lading and the ship’s figures.
From “Cargo Total Weight Calculation of Liquefied Gas on the LNG and LPG Carriers”.
Pronunciation of Bill of Lading
