Endorse the original Bills of Lading on the back and send the full set to "K" Line America, Inc. Once your signed originals have been received by "K" Line America, Inc., we will promptly notify our office or agent overseas of the surrender.

A document that establishes the terms of a contract between a shipper and a transportation company under which freight is to be moved between specified points for a specified charge. Usually prepared by the shipper on forms issued by the carrier, it serves as a document of title, contract of carriage, and a receipt for goods. Also see Air Waybill and Ocean Bill of Lading.

Answer: A new set of originals may be obtained by furnishing a letter of indemnity stating that "K" Line is not to be held responsible if the first set is found and surrendered. The letter of indemnity must be signed by the shipper (or his legal representative) and counter-signed by any reputable bank doing business in the U.S. or Canada.

You can view these documents online through our image retrieval feature. Just enter your PITT OHIO pro number and we will display your bill of lading or proof of delivery. Images are available through our online services up to 365 days from the date of the pick up.

An express cargo bill (or seawaybill, or express release bill). The synopsis is: there is no original bill of lading. Or, if you will, the original is in the computer. Everything else is a copy. After shipment, you can fax the express cargo bill, invoice, and packing list direct to the buyer, and airmail hard copies which should still arrive before the shipment.

Answer: The Master B/L document, available from any forwarder, has step by step instructions on how to fill out a master Bill of Lading.

On Board – The date on an "on board" B/L must be the date when the cargo is loaded on board the vessel. In the case of an intermodal B/L, the date may be when the cargo is loaded on the railcar or truck. On Board Rail – An "on board rail" B/L specifically denotes the date when the cargo is loaded on board a railcar.

Answer: The master B/L should be sent as early as possible. At the latest, it should be in "K" Line’s possession 48 hours before a vessel sails.

Answer: Can I have more than 3 original Bills of Lading? Although 3 is the accepted industry standard, "K" Line can issue as many originals as you require as long as the face of the ladings bears the number of originals issued. (ie. if you require 6 originals, then the originals must state that 6 were issued).

This is the document describing the conditions of carriage and serves as a legal contract between you and NorthStar Express Freight.