The Multimodal Transport Bill of Lading is essential in modern international trade where goods typically require multiple modes of transportation from origin to destination. This document, governed by Swiss law including the Swiss Code of Obligations and Maritime Navigation Act, serves three crucial functions: it acts as a receipt for goods, evidences the contract of carriage, and serves as a document of title. The document is particularly relevant for Switzerland's position in international trade, despite being landlocked, as it facilitates complex logistics operations involving combinations of road, rail, air, and sea transport. It includes detailed information about the goods, parties involved, transport routes, and conditions of carriage, while incorporating relevant international conventions and customs requirements.
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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/multimodal transport operator
2. Shipper Details: Complete name and address of the shipper/exporter
3. Consignee Details: Complete name and address of the consignee, or 'To Order' if negotiable
4. Notify Party: Details of the party to be notified upon arrival of the goods
5. Place of Receipt: Location where goods are first received by the carrier
6. Place of Delivery: Final destination where goods will be delivered
7. Vessel/Voyage and Routing Details: Information about the main carriage vessel, voyage number, and planned route including transshipment ports
8. Marks and Numbers: Identifying marks and numbers on the packages
9. Description of Goods: Detailed description of the goods, including package count, weight, and volume
10. Freight and Charges: Details of freight payments and other charges, whether prepaid or collect
11. Standard Terms and Conditions: General terms governing the contract of carriage including liability limitations and claims procedures
1. Dangerous Goods Declaration: Required when shipping dangerous goods, including IMO class and UN number
2. Temperature Control Requirements: Required for refrigerated cargo specifying required temperature range and monitoring
3. Special Handling Instructions: Any specific handling requirements for the cargo
4. Container Details: Required when goods are containerized, including container numbers and seal numbers
5. Letter of Credit Reference: When shipment is under L/C, reference numbers and special requirements
6. Insurance Declaration: When insurance is arranged by the carrier, details of coverage
7. Clean Bill of Lading Statement: Explicit statement when no cargo defects are noted
8. Customs Requirements: Special customs-related declarations or requirements for specific countries
1. Schedule 1: Detailed Route Plan: Complete itinerary including all modes of transport, transfer points, and estimated times
2. Schedule 2: Container Packing List: Detailed list of contents when goods are containerized
3. Schedule 3: Special Instructions: Compilation of all special handling, storage, or transport requirements
4. Appendix A: Carrier's Standard Terms and Conditions: Full text of the carrier's standard terms and conditions
5. Appendix B: Applicable International Conventions: List of international conventions governing different segments of transport
6. Appendix C: Insurance Certificates: Copies of relevant insurance certificates when applicable
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