The Short Bill of Lading Form is a standardized transport document used in maritime shipping under Dutch jurisdiction. It is essential for international trade transactions where goods are transported by sea, serving three primary functions: acknowledging receipt of cargo by the carrier, evidencing the contract of carriage, and acting as a document of title to the goods. The document must comply with the Dutch Civil Code (particularly Book 8) and relevant international conventions such as the Hague-Visby Rules. The Short Bill of Lading Form includes crucial information such as parties involved, vessel details, cargo specifications, and terms of carriage, while being more concise than a traditional bill of lading. It is commonly used in routine shipping transactions where standard terms and conditions apply, and when parties require a streamlined documentation process while maintaining legal validity under Dutch law.

1. Carrier Details: Name and address of the shipping company/carrier

2. Shipper Details: Name and address of the party shipping the goods

3. Consignee Details: Name and address of the party receiving the goods, or 'To Order' if transferable

4. Notify Party: Party to be notified upon arrival of the goods

5. Vessel and Voyage Details: Vessel name, voyage number, port of loading and discharge

6. Cargo Details: Description of goods, quantity, weight, marks and numbers

7. Container Details: Container numbers, seal numbers, and type if containerized

8. Freight and Charges: Details of freight payments and other charges

9. Standard Terms: Reference to carrier's standard terms and conditions

10. Signatures: Date, place of issue, and signature of carrier or agent