Bill of Lading forms

Australia, Western Australia, Cape Cuvier - Documents

Have your say on the upcoming ASBATANKVOY form

The joint Association of Ship Brokers and Agents (USA) Inc. and BIMCO subcommittee, which is revising the standard tanker voyage charter party form ASBATANKVOY, has now finalised a draft for industry consultation.

BIMCO is developing a new standard contract of affreightment (COA) – your opportunity to shape it

BIMCO members are invited to provide their views on the new standard contract of affreightment - GENCOA.

Time Charters Masterclass

The BIMCO Masterclass is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the principles of time chartering. The course will use case studies as the primary learning tool to allow you to develop a knowledge of the practical aspects of time chartering and its application in the daily operation of vessels. On the first day, we will begin with a general introduction to the practical aspects of time chartering seen from both the perspective of the owners and charterers. We will discuss how to identify and negotiate the best terms for a particular charter, and how to create and manage the charter party before and during the fixture. This part of the course will also cover disputes related to various daily issues, including seaworthiness and the obligation to issue and comply with voyage and employment orders. One of the key areas of dispute is the description of the vessel. The charter party will include a description of the vessel, and if the vessel does not meet these specifications, the charterer may claim damages from the owner. Another area of dispute is performance claims. The charter party will typically include provisions relating to the vessel's performance, such as speed and fuel consumption. If the vessel fails to meet these performance targets, the charterer may claim damages from the owner. Finally, we will discuss the disputes concerning the duration of the charter, especially in relation to redelivery, where disputes and discussions often occur concerning the vessel's last voyage. On the second day, we will look at common disputes related to the payment of hire. These include failure to meet the pre-agreed terms and conditions, unexpected delays or cancellations, failure to pay hire on time, disagreements over the amount of hire due, and failure to comply with any of the charter party terms and conditions on payments. All time charter parties contain an off-hire clause providing exceptions from the strict obligation for charterers to pay hire from delivery until redelivery. The specific terms of the off-hire clause will determine whether any particular event entitles the charterers to place the ship off-hire, and for how long. The course will conclude with a review of all the topics covered as a case study, enabling you to consolidate your understanding of the principles, practical aspects, and legal framework of a time chartering agreement.

Delivery / redelivery local times or GMT - NYPE

Slew of new contracts and clauses top BIMCO committee’s upcoming meeting

Projects for standard contracts and clauses covering almost every sector of the shipping industry will be reviewed by BIMCO’s Documentary Committee (DC) when it meets on 21 and 22 September. The gathering of over 70 documentary experts from around the world will take place online for the first time and two new contracts and two clauses are set to be approved for publication.

SHIPLEASE points to SHIPSALE 22

BIMCO’s standard term sheet for use in ship sale and leaseback transactions, SHIPLEASE, has been updated to refer to the new Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for ship sale and purchase, SHIPSALE 22.

Turn time - notice time

Blank Back Form of Liner Booking Note

The Blank Back Form of Liner Booking Note is a booking note which is subject to the carrier’s standard conditions of carriage.