Bills of Lading: A Guide to Good Practice

This work explains how to avoid disputes and problems arising from improper use of bills of lading. It aims to assist ship's officers, operators and managers fully understand the legal implications of bills of lading and the problems and practical issues surrounding their everyday use. The guide works on various levels, with a practical guidance section supplemented by a theory section and, for the legal specialist, detailed legal footnotes. Copies of the various international conventions are included together with an annotated and fully explained copy of the BIMCO Congenbill and a set of recommended standard letters.