Singapore Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (COGSA): Primary legislation governing the carriage of goods by sea, incorporating the Hague-Visby Rules into Singapore law
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Act: Legislation governing port operations, maritime safety, and shipping regulations in Singapore waters
Singapore Bills of Lading Act: Legislation governing the legal status and requirements of bills of lading as documents of title
Singapore Sale of Goods Act: Legislation governing contracts for the sale of goods, relevant for shipping transactions
Hague-Visby Rules: International convention setting standards for bills of lading and carrier liability, incorporated into Singapore law
International Convention for Bills of Lading: International rules establishing uniform standards for bills of lading in international trade
Rotterdam Rules: Modern international convention on carriage of goods (not ratified by Singapore but relevant for awareness)
INCOTERMS 2020: International commercial terms defining responsibilities of buyers and sellers in international shipping
MPA Regulations: Specific regulations issued by Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore governing port and shipping operations
Singapore Customs Requirements: Customs documentation and compliance requirements for shipping goods through Singapore
Dangerous Goods Regulations: Special documentation and handling requirements for shipping dangerous goods through Singapore ports
