A senior maritime industry executive has warned that mismatches involving bills of lading (BL) and physical cargo movement ...

Traditionally, the bill of lading (“BOL”) is a basic transportation contract between shipper and carrier. It’s importance under today’s laws is established in the first sentence of the Carmack ...

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The global shipping industry loses an estimated $52 billion to fraud every year. Nearly a quarter of that is linked directly to bad actors altering Bills of ...

The transition from paper-based to digital bills of lading has long been challenging. Many organizations, particularly small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), have been hesitant to adopt digital ...

Learn how the Carmack Amendment affects carrier liability for interstate shipments, including key exceptions and its ...

For nearly a century, the United States Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (COGSA) has granted ocean carriers the right to limit ...

It also ensures that a transferred bill of lading in the hands of a bona fide holder is treated as conclusive evidence of the goods being laden on board. This development is a significant step towards ...

In global trade, shipping documents are more than forms—they are the backbone of compliant and efficient cargo movement. From Bills of Lading to Commercial Invoices, each plays a vital role in ...

Freight documentation is the backbone of logistics, and even small mistakes can create major setbacks. From Bills of Lading to certificates of origin, accuracy ensures compliance and keeps goods ...