Document background
The Multimodal Transport Bill of Lading is essential for modern international trade where goods are transported using multiple modes of transport under a single contract. This document, governed by Austrian law and international conventions, provides a comprehensive solution for managing complex logistics chains. It serves three primary functions: as a receipt confirming the carrier's possession of goods, as evidence of the transport contract, and as a negotiable document of title. The document is particularly relevant when shipments involve combinations of road, rail, sea, or air transport, with one operator (the MTO) assuming responsibility for the entire journey. It includes detailed information about the cargo, transport conditions, liability terms, and delivery instructions, while complying with both Austrian commercial code requirements and international transport conventions.
