The Sub Bill of Lading is a crucial document in maritime trade under Indian jurisdiction, used when a freight forwarder or NVOCC issues a bill of lading to their customer while holding a Master Bill of Lading from the actual carrier. This document type is essential in modern shipping practices where multiple parties are involved in the transport chain. The Sub Bill of Lading contains all necessary shipping details, including cargo specifications, vessel information, parties involved, and terms of carriage. It must comply with Indian maritime laws, particularly the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act, 1925, and relevant international conventions ratified by India. This document is commonly used in situations where cargo consolidation occurs or when freight forwarders need to issue their own transport documents while maintaining the link to the original Master Bill of Lading.

1. Header Information: Document title, Sub Bill of Lading number, and reference to Master Bill of Lading

2. Parties: Details of the carrier, shipper, consignee, and notify party, including full legal names and addresses

3. Vessel and Voyage Details: Vessel name, voyage number, port of loading, port of discharge, and place of delivery

4. Cargo Details: Description of goods, quantity, weight, measurement, marks and numbers, container numbers if applicable

5. Terms of Carriage: Standard terms and conditions governing the carriage, including liability limitations and jurisdiction

6. Freight and Charges: Details of freight amounts, whether prepaid or collect, and additional charges

7. Declarations: Specific declarations regarding cargo condition, on-board status, and clean bill status

8. Signatures: Space for authorized signatures, date, and place of issuance

9. Liability Clauses: Standard clauses defining carrier's liability as per Indian law and international conventions

10. Governing Law: Specification of Indian law as governing law and jurisdiction details