Shipping Instruction (SI)
A Shipping Instruction (SI) is a formal document provided by the shipper detailing all necessary shipment information for the carrier or forwarder. This article explains ...
Documentation Terms
Get to know the essential documentation terms in international trade. Understand bills of lading, commercial invoices, and export/import paperwork for smooth cross-border logistics. Rely on DTFU Logistics for authoritative guidance.
Cargo Receipt
An Original Bill of Lading (B/L) is a legal document issued by a carrier, serving as proof of receipt, a contract of carriage, and a ...
Booking Note (BN)
A Booking Note (BN) is a formal document confirming cargo space reservation on a specific vessel or transportation service. This article outlines the BN’s definition, ...
MAWB
A Master Air Waybill (MAWB) is the primary air cargo transport document issued by airlines or their agents, serving as a contract of carriage. This ...
Sea Waybill (SWB)
A Sea Waybill (SWB) is a non-negotiable ocean transport document that serves as a receipt and contract of carriage, but not as a title of ...
Telex Release (TLX)
A Telex Release (TLX) is an electronic authorization allowing cargo to be released at the destination without presenting the original Bill of Lading. This article ...