The Ocean Bill of Lading is a fundamental document in maritime trade, essential for both commercial and legal purposes under Maltese jurisdiction. It is primarily used when goods are transported by sea, providing evidence of the carrier's receipt of cargo, the conditions of carriage, and the obligation to deliver the goods to the rightful holder of the document. This document must comply with Malta's Merchant Shipping Act, EU regulations, and international maritime conventions, particularly the Hague-Visby Rules. The Ocean Bill of Lading contains critical information including vessel details, cargo specifications, parties involved, and terms of shipment. It is widely used in international trade finance, customs clearance, and as security for payment in letter of credit transactions, making it indispensable for cross-border maritime commerce.
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1. Bill of Lading Number and Carrier Details: Unique identification number of the B/L and full details of the carrier/shipping line
2. Shipper Details: Complete name and address of the shipper/exporter
3. Consignee Details: Complete name and address of the consignee or 'To Order' designation
4. Notify Party: Details of the party to be notified upon arrival of the goods
5. Vessel and Voyage Details: Name of vessel, voyage number, port of loading, and port of discharge
6. Cargo Details: Description of goods, including marks, numbers, quantity, weight, and measurement
7. Freight and Charges: Details of freight payments and other charges, whether prepaid or collect
8. Standard Terms and Conditions: General terms governing the carriage, including liability limitations and jurisdictional clauses
9. Signature Box: Space for date, place of issue, and authorized signature
1. Special Instructions: Used when specific handling requirements or delivery instructions need to be included
2. Temperature Requirements: Required for refrigerated cargo to specify temperature maintenance requirements
3. Dangerous Goods Declaration: Mandatory when shipping hazardous materials, including IMO class and UN number
4. On-Deck Stowage Declaration: Used when cargo is specifically agreed to be carried on deck
5. Clean Bill of Lading Statement: Optional explicit statement when goods are received in apparent good order and condition
6. Transshipment Clause: Required when cargo may be transshipped during the journey
1. Container List: Detailed list of container numbers and seal numbers when multiple containers are shipped
2. Cargo Manifest: Detailed breakdown of cargo when multiple types of goods are included in the shipment
3. Special Handling Instructions: Detailed instructions for specific cargo handling requirements
4. Rate Schedule: Breakdown of freight rates and additional charges when complex pricing applies
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