Inland Bill of Lading

An inland bill of lading (IB/L) is a contract that’s used to transport goods overland. It’s a contract between a shipper and a carrier for the transportation of goods from one location to another.

An IB/L is similar to a bill of lading (BL), but it’s used for goods that are transported overland, not by sea. The main difference between an IB/L and a BL is that an IB/L does not include information about the vessel that will be used to transport the goods.

An IB/L normally includes the following information:

• Names and addresses of the shipper and the carrier
• Description of the goods being transported
• Quantity of the goods
• Agreed freight rate
• Terms of payment
• Date and place of shipment
• Date and place of delivery

An IB/L is important for both the shipper and the carrier. For the shipper, it’s a receipt for the goods and a contract for the transportation of the goods. For the carrier, it’s a contract for the carriage of the goods that can be used to claim freight charges.

If you’re importing goods overland, from Mexico or Canada for example, it’s important to use an Inland Bill of Lading. This will help to ensure that your goods are transported safely and efficiently and that you are protected from liability.

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