Bills of lading are the most frequently encountered contracts of carriage in the shipping industry. Under this scope, the seminar offers a great opportunity to take part in a profound theoretical and practical examination of bills of lading. Participants will also be introduced to letters of indemnity and get a practical insight to their commercial and legal complexities.

TOPICS COVERED

Bills of Lading

• Overview & Types of Bills of Lading
• Functions of the Bill of Lading
• Obligation of parties involved
• Transfer of Contractual rights
• Legal Framework
• Fraudulent Practices & Claims
• Practical Highlights

Letters of indemnity (LOIs)

• Content & Parties providing the LOI
• Enforcement
• The Latest trends and issues
• P&I cover position