Document background
The Liner Bill of Lading is a fundamental document in maritime transport, particularly in regular liner services operating under Danish jurisdiction. This document type is essential when goods are transported by sea on regularly scheduled vessel services, as opposed to chartered vessels. A Liner Bill of Lading serves three primary functions: it acts as a receipt confirming the carrier's acceptance of goods, represents the contract of carriage between shipper and carrier, and serves as a document of title enabling the transfer of ownership rights to the goods during transit. Used in accordance with the Danish Merchant Shipping Act and international maritime conventions, it contains standardized terms and conditions while allowing for specific requirements of the particular shipment. This document is crucial for international trade transactions, especially when dealing with documentary credits or letter of credit payments.
